Frequently Asked Questions

It's a free, independent tool that lets you build a Moe's order — base, protein, toppings, sauces, sides — and see the running calorie and macro total update live, using nutrition data compiled from public sources.

No. This is an independent, unofficial resource and is not operated by, endorsed by, or affiliated with Moe's Southwest Grill or its parent company. See our disclaimer for details.

Figures are compiled from publicly available nutrition data and cross-checked across sources, but real-world portions can vary by location, especially for hand-scooped items like guacamole, sour cream, and queso. See our sources and methodology page for the full picture.

A salad base with a lean protein (chicken, fish, or tofu), beans, pico de gallo, and salsa instead of a creamy dressing typically lands under 350 calories. See our low-calorie ordering guide for a full worked example.

A fully loaded Homewrecker with a 12" flour tortilla, rice, beans, protein, and toppings typically lands somewhere around 850–1,100 calories depending on what's added — the tortilla alone contributes roughly 310. Build your exact version in the Moe's nutrition calculator to see the real number.

The biggest single levers are the tortilla (skip it for a bowl or salad instead), rice, chips, and queso — queso in particular is the highest-sodium and one of the highest-calorie add-ons on the whole menu.

Yes — any protein on a salad or bowl base with non-starchy toppings (guacamole, cheese, peppers & onions, sour cream) is naturally low-carb once you drop the tortilla, rice, and beans. See our keto ordering guide.

The 12" flour tortilla alone is about 49g of carbs. Add rice (33–36g) and beans (20–22g) and a fully loaded burrito can easily reach 100g+ of carbs before you count any other topping. Check exact totals in the nutrition chart.

No — please don't rely on this site for allergen information. Always confirm allergens directly with the restaurant, since ingredients and cross-contact risk can change. See our disclaimer.

Neither is automatically healthier — both are build-your-own concepts where your specific choices matter more than the restaurant. Comparable chicken bowls at both chains land in a similar calorie and protein range. The real difference is Moe's automatic side of chips and salsa: it's a nice perk, but it adds calories, fat, and sodium by default that Chipotle only adds if you pay for and choose chips separately. Skip or share the chips and the two chains are much closer nutritionally.

Yes, most Moe's entrées come with a complimentary side of chips and salsa. It's a genuine perk, but it's easy to eat without thinking about it — that side alone typically adds around 400–600 calories, 20–28g of fat, and 400+mg of sodium on top of whatever you ordered. Factor it in deliberately if you're tracking totals. See our full chips calorie breakdown for the exact numbers.

Commonly cited guidance for building muscle falls around 0.7–1g of protein per pound of bodyweight per day (roughly 1.6–2.2g per kg), spread across meals rather than eaten all at once. A double-protein bowl at Moe's can supply 35–50g in a single order. See our muscle gain ordering guide for a worked example, or use the macro calculator to set a daily target.

"Homewrecker" is Moe's name for its standard full-size burrito or bowl — a 12" flour tortilla (or bowl base) with rice, beans, one protein, and toppings of your choice. It's not a separate menu item with fixed ingredients; the calorie range depends entirely on what you build. See the Homewrecker calorie question above, or build your exact version in the calculator.

TDEE (on our calculators page) estimates your total daily calorie needs based on your body and activity level. The Moe's calculator estimates the nutrition content of a specific order. Use TDEE to set your target, then use the Moe's calculator to build a meal that fits it.