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Watch: Hundreds queue new Birmingham restaurant's burrito giveaway

Hundreds have lined the streets for the opening of a new Mexican restaurant in Birmingham and celebrated the occasion with a free burrito.

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Queues lined the streets
Queues lined the streets

300 Burritos were given away at Boojum as it opened its doors at 12pm today (Thursday, November 21). 

Queues were seen heading out the door onto New Street, Birmingham City Centre as West Midlands foodies rushed to get their hands on a freebie.

People queue outside Boojum for free burrito
People queue outside Boojum for free burrito
Queues lined the streets
Queues lined the streets

Boojum prides itself on its high-quality, ‘live out loud food’ and is best renowned for its Burrito Bowl, which is the number six top trending dish globally on Deliveroo and rated number one in all Mexican food on the takeaway platform. 

Pictures released by the restaurant have also shown the freshly decorated venue ahead of the grand opening.  

A look inside the new Boojum
A look inside the new Boojum
The new restaurant has opened on New Street in Birmingham City Centre
The new restaurant has opened on New Street in Birmingham City Centre
The chain is known for it's vibrant decor
The chain is known for it's vibrant decor

Boojum Head of Operations, Rob Powell, said: "Following our huge Leeds opening earlier this year, we're very excited to announce the launch date of our Birmingham restaurant. Our team has been working hard over the last few months to create our new space and we can’t wait to shake up the food scene in Brum and welcome everyone from Thursday 21st November.

 "To celebrate we will be handing out free burritos to the first 300 diners through the doors from 12pm, so we’d advise customers to get there early to make sure you don’t miss out.”

300 freebies were given away today
300 freebies were given away today

Boojum first hit the scene in Belfast in 2007, making serious waves in the Irish food game with its killer menu consisting of burritos, bowls, nachos, tacos, and freshly made chips and salsas.

The brand now has 19 stores across Ireland and GB and has become the go-to for bold, flavourful Mexican eats that pack a punch. Birmingham is the brand's third GB site, after Leeds and Nottingham.

Visit Boojum's website to find out more.