Frequently Asked Questions
Are you women-owned and operated?
Yes, The Burrito Factory is women-owned and operated. We opened in 2018 by a passionate local cook who built her dream restaurant.Do you make tortillas fresh daily?
Yes, we press tortillas fresh daily from hand-mixed dough. All tortillas are made in-house using authentic Mexican recipes for true authenticity.What areas do you deliver to?
We serve Muscatine and surrounding eastern Iowa towns including Davenport, Bettendorf, Iowa City, Clinton, and Cedar Rapids. Call (563) 299-4022 for delivery details.Do you offer pickup service?
Yes, pickup is available for all menu items. We also offer delivery service to the surrounding area.What's your most popular item?
Our Wet Burrito is our #1 best seller. It features a freshly pressed tortilla smothered in creamy house-made queso.Do you make salsa fresh?
Yes, our salsa is made fresh daily using homegrown vegetables and herbs from our own garden. No preservatives, just real flavor.Should I call ahead for tamales?
Yes, tamales are available daily in limited quantities. Large orders must be called in ahead at (563) 299-4022 as they sell out fast.Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we cater offices, parties, graduations, and local events. Full burrito bars and nacho trays available with pickup and delivery options.Are your beans made from scratch?
Yes, we boil our beans from scratch daily. We take pride in doing things the traditional way with fresh ingredients.Do you chop vegetables in-house?
Yes, all vegetables are chopped in-house daily. We prepare everything from scratch including fresh veggies and house-made ingredients.What makes your burrito bowls special?
Our burrito bowls have the same bold flavor as our signature burritos but served tortilla-free. Great for lighter meals without sacrificing authentic flavor.How long have you been open?
We opened in 2018 and have built a loyal local following. We're deeply rooted in Muscatine, serving neighbors and families across eastern Iowa.Do you offer tamales by the dozen, and can I order them for a group or event?
Yes, tamales are available individually or by the dozen, and larger quantities for events or catering can be arranged with advance notice. Calling ahead is recommended to confirm same-day availability, especially for bigger orders. For event or catering quantities, visiting the catering page or calling directly is the best way to get details.What fillings are available in your homemade tamales in Muscatine?
The Burrito Factory makes tamales in-house using traditional fillings crafted from scratch, consistent with the same from-scratch approach used across the menu. Because availability can vary by day, calling ahead is the best way to confirm which fillings are on hand before you come in.Can I place a bulk tamale order for a special occasion or party?
Bulk tamale orders for special occasions or parties can be accommodated with enough advance notice. Because tamales are made in-house, planning ahead ensures the kitchen can prepare the quantity you need — reaching out directly or checking the catering page is the recommended first step.What's the difference between a wet burrito and a regular burrito?
A wet burrito is smothered in sauce and served hot, making it a fork-and-knife meal rather than something you pick up and eat by hand. At The Burrito Factory in Muscatine, our wet burritos are topped with rich sauce right before they hit your table, and we also build made-to-order handheld burritos at the counter if you prefer the classic style.Does The Burrito Factory in Muscatine serve smothered burritos?
Yes, smothered — or wet — burritos are on the menu at our Muscatine location, covered in sauce and served hot so every bite is loaded with flavor. If you'd rather go handheld, we make traditional burritos to order at the counter as well.Where can I find the best burritos in Muscatine, IA?
The Burrito Factory in Muscatine handcrafts burritos made to order using fresh-chopped vegetables, scratch-made beans, and tortillas prepared daily in-house. Whether you want a saucy wet burrito or a classic handheld, everything is built fresh at our counter so you get exactly what you're craving.

