Mochachos didn’t build its name on burgers first — that honour goes to the flame-grilled Pollo Pueblo chicken — but the burger range (branded Burgers El’ Supremo) has quietly become one of the most popular sections of the menu. The problem is that the lineup includes chicken fillet burgers, a nacho-coated fried option, and a full beef burger, and they’re not directly comparable unless you know what actually separates them.
This guide ranks every Mochachos burger by three things that actually matter when you’re ordering: how much food you’re getting, what’s actually inside it, and whether the price matches the portion. No filler, no “it’s delicious” fluff — just what’s on the bun and whether it’s worth ordering.
How Mochachos Structures Its Burger Range
Before ranking anything, it helps to understand the two families the burgers fall into.
Flame-grilled chicken fillet burgers — the core El’ Supremo range. These all start from the same base: a flame-grilled chicken breast fillet, crisp lettuce, tomato, and Mochachos’ signature Mayo-Whip sauce in a soft bun. What changes between them is the topping added on top of that base — cheese, pineapple, jalapeños, feta, or guacamole.
The Beef Burger — a separate, non-chicken option built around a 150-gram Angus beef patty, topped with cheddar cheese, jalapeños, onion, pickles, and a pink burger sauce in a seeded bun. This is the only red-meat burger on the menu, and it’s built differently from the ground up rather than being a chicken fillet with different toppings.
There’s also the Nacho Crunch Gourmet Burger, which breaks the pattern entirely — instead of a flame-grilled fillet, the chicken is coated in crushed nachos and fried, giving it a crunchy exterior closer to a Southern-style fried chicken sandwich than the rest of the flame-grilled range.
Most of the chicken fillet burgers are also available in Single or Double fillet portions, which is the single biggest lever for portion size on the whole menu — more on that below.
Every Burger, Ranked by Portion Size
Portion size on the Mochachos burger menu comes down to two variables: how many chicken fillets (or how much beef) you’re getting, and how much topping is piled on. Here’s the lineup from smallest to largest realistic portion.
1. Jose (Mini Chicken Fillet Burger)
The smallest burger on the menu isn’t really aimed at adults — it’s a kids’ portion, typically bundled into the Bambino meals with chips and a fruit juice. If you’re ordering for a young child, this is sized appropriately; adults looking for a full meal should skip straight past it.
2. Single Chicken Fillet Burgers (Chicken, Cheese, Pine, Cheese & Pine)
The base-tier chicken burgers — Chicken Burger, Cheese Burger, Pine Burger, and Cheese & Pine Burger — all use a single flame-grilled fillet. These are standard adult-portion burgers: filling enough as a meal with a side, but not oversized. The differences between the four are entirely in the toppings (covered below), not the size.
3. Single Beef Burger
The Beef Burger’s 150g Angus patty is comparable in overall size to a single chicken fillet, but the ingredient list is denser — cheese, jalapeños, onion, and pickles stacked on top of the meat rather than the lighter lettuce-tomato-sauce base used on the chicken range. It eats slightly heavier than a single chicken fillet burger of the same tier.
4. Jalapeño Cheese Burger & Gourmet Burger (Single)
These two sit a notch above the basic chicken fillet burgers, not because the fillet itself is bigger, but because the topping load is heavier — feta cheese, guacamole, and sliced jalapeño for the Gourmet Burger; cheddar and jalapeño for the Jalapeño Cheese Burger. More toppings means more total food on the plate even with the same base fillet.
5. Nacho Crunch Gourmet Burger
Because the fillet here is coated in crushed nacho chips before frying, this burger has more bulk from the coating alone, on top of feta cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and jalapeño. This is one of the heavier single-fillet options on the menu purely because of how loaded the build is.
6. Double Chicken Fillet Burgers
Where available, the double version of any fillet burger (Cheese & Pineapple, Gourmet, Jalapeño Cheese) roughly doubles the protein by using two fillets instead of one, while keeping the same toppings. This is the largest realistic single-order portion on the chicken side of the menu, and the clear choice if a single fillet burger wouldn’t be enough food for you.
Burger Comparison Table: Ingredients at a Glance
| Burger | Base Protein | Key Toppings | Flavour Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Burger | 1 flame-grilled fillet | Lettuce, tomato, Mayo-Whip | Classic, mild |
| Cheese Burger | 1 flame-grilled fillet | + Cheese | Mild, creamy |
| Pine Burger | 1 flame-grilled fillet | + Grilled pineapple | Mild, sweet-savoury |
| Cheese & Pine Burger | 1 flame-grilled fillet | + Cheese + grilled pineapple | Sweet, rich |
| Jalapeño Cheese Burger | 1 flame-grilled fillet | + Cheddar + sliced jalapeño | Sharp, mild heat |
| Gourmet Burger | 1 flame-grilled fillet | + Feta, guacamole, jalapeño | Tangy, moderate heat |
| Nacho Crunch Gourmet Burger | 1 fried, nacho-coated fillet | + Feta, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, jalapeño | Crunchy, loaded, moderate heat |
| Beef Burger | 150g Angus beef patty | + Cheddar, jalapeño, onion, pickles, pink sauce | Rich, savoury, mild heat |
| Double variants (Cheese & Pine / Gourmet / Jalapeño Cheese) | 2 flame-grilled fillets | Same as single version | Same flavour, doubled portion |
Ranking by Ingredients: What Actually Sets Each Burger Apart
Since most of the chicken burgers share the same base, the real decision usually comes down to topping style. Here’s how to think about it.
If you want the purest chicken flavour — go Chicken Burger. No cheese, no fruit, no heat. Just fillet, lettuce, tomato, and Mayo-Whip. This is also the easiest option for picky eaters or kids stepping up from the Jose mini burger.
If you want something rich and comforting — the Cheese Burger adds a straightforward layer of melted cheese without complicating the flavour.
If you like sweet-and-savoury combinations — Pine Burger (and its bigger sibling, Cheese & Pine) brings grilled pineapple into the mix, a flavour combination South African fast food has leaned into for decades. If you’ve never tried a pineapple burger, this is the one on the Mochachos menu that delivers it properly.
If you want heat without complexity — Jalapeño Cheese Burger is the straightforward spicy option: cheddar and jalapeño, nothing else competing for attention.
If you want the most flavour-dense option without frying — the Gourmet Burger, with feta, guacamole, and jalapeño, is the most “Mexican-leaning” of the flame-grilled burgers and tends to be the pick for people who find the classic or cheese versions too plain.
If you want texture as much as flavour — Nacho Crunch Gourmet Burger is the only fried, crunch-coated option on the burger menu. If you’re used to crispy fried chicken sandwiches elsewhere and find Mochachos’ flame-grilled burgers “too soft” by comparison, this is the one built to solve that.
If you don’t want chicken at all — the Beef Burger is the only non-chicken burger on the menu, and it’s built with a noticeably different flavour profile — pickles, onion, and a pink burger sauce rather than Mayo-Whip. There’s also a veggie patty swap available on request for a meat-free version of the same build.
Ranking by Value: Which Burger Gives You the Most for Your Money
Value on the burger menu isn’t just about price — it’s about matching the topping load and portion to what you’re paying. Here’s how the tiers generally shake out.
Best value entry point: The base chicken fillet burgers (Chicken, Cheese, Pine) sit at the lower end of the price range while still delivering a full flame-grilled fillet and a proper bun-and-topping structure. If you’re ordering on a tight budget, starting here gets you the core Mochachos flavour without paying for extras you might not want anyway.
Best value for flavour complexity: The Gourmet and Jalapeño Cheese Burgers cost a bit more than the base tier, but the price increase is modest relative to how much more is happening on the plate — feta, guacamole, and jalapeño aren’t cheap add-ons elsewhere, and bundling them into one burger price is good value if that’s the flavour profile you want anyway.
Best value if you’re genuinely hungry: Double fillet burgers cost more than singles, but not double the price — the fillet is usually the cheapest component to duplicate compared to bun, sauce, and toppings, which don’t need duplicating. If a single fillet burger wouldn’t fill you up, going double is usually better value than ordering a single burger plus a large side to compensate.
Weakest value scenario: Ordering a base Chicken Burger with a large side and a drink separately, rather than through a combo, is almost always worse value than choosing the equivalent Chicken Burger Combo Meal, which bundles chips and a drink at a lower combined price than assembling the same meal item by item.
Real-World Ordering Scenarios
You’re introducing a friend to Mochachos for the first time. Start them on the Chicken Burger or Cheese Burger — familiar, mild, and representative of the flame-grilled flavour without any surprises like pineapple or jalapeño.
You want the most “Mochachos-specific” flavour experience. The Gourmet Burger or Pine Burger are the two options that lean furthest from a generic fast-food burger — one Mexican-style, one South African sweet-savoury — and both showcase what makes the range distinct.
You’re avoiding spice entirely. Stick to Chicken Burger, Cheese Burger, or Pine Burger. Skip Jalapeño Cheese, Gourmet, and Nacho Crunch, all of which include jalapeño.
You’re really hungry and a single burger won’t cut it. Go double fillet on whichever topping style you prefer, rather than ordering two separate single burgers — it’s typically better value and easier to eat as one sandwich than juggling two.
You want a crunchy, indulgent option rather than the standard flame-grilled texture. Nacho Crunch Gourmet Burger is the outlier built specifically for this — closer to a loaded fried chicken sandwich than the rest of the range.
You don’t eat chicken, or want a change from it. The Beef Burger is the only option built around Angus beef, with a distinctly different flavour profile (pickles, onion, pink sauce) rather than being a chicken fillet swap.
You’re ordering for a vegetarian in the group. Ask about the veggie patty option, which can typically be swapped into the Beef Burger build for a meat-free version with the same toppings.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Burger Order
Don’t assume “gourmet” means “biggest.” Gourmet and Nacho Crunch refer to topping style and preparation method, not fillet count — if size is your priority, look specifically for the Double listing rather than the burger name.
Combos beat à la carte almost every time. If chips and a drink are part of your plan anyway, ordering through the Chicken Burger Combo Meal (or equivalent) is virtually always cheaper than buying the burger, chips, and drink as three separate items.
Pineapple burgers divide opinion — order one to share first if you’re unsure. The Pine and Cheese & Pine burgers are a distinctly South African fast-food flavour combination that not everyone has tried. If you’re ordering for a group that’s never had it, consider one to sample before committing everyone to it.
Ask about current toppings if ordering for someone with allergies. Feta, guacamole, and pickles aren’t present on every burger — check the specific build rather than assuming, especially with the Gourmet and Nacho Crunch options which carry the most add-ons.
People Also Ask
What’s the difference between the Cheese Burger and the Gourmet Burger at Mochachos?
The Cheese Burger is a flame-grilled chicken fillet with just melted cheese added to the classic base. The Gourmet Burger adds feta cheese, guacamole, and sliced jalapeño instead, making it spicier and more flavour-dense.
Is the Mochachos Beef Burger bigger than the chicken burgers?
It’s comparable in overall size to a single chicken fillet burger, but it carries more toppings (onion, pickles, pink sauce) on top of the 150g Angus patty, so it tends to eat slightly heavier.
What is the Nacho Crunch Gourmet Burger?
It’s a chicken fillet coated in crushed nacho chips and fried, rather than flame-grilled like the rest of the range, then topped with feta cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and jalapeño. It’s the crunchiest, most heavily loaded burger on the menu.
Can I get a double portion on any Mochachos burger?
Double fillet options are typically available on select burgers such as the Cheese & Pineapple, Gourmet, and Jalapeño Cheese Burgers, using two chicken fillets instead of one for the same toppings.
Is there a vegetarian burger option at Mochachos?
Yes, a veggie patty swap is generally available, typically applied to the Beef Burger build, letting you get the same toppings without meat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Mochachos burger is the mildest?
The Chicken Burger is the mildest option on the menu — just flame-grilled fillet, lettuce, tomato, and Mayo-Whip, with no cheese, fruit, or spice.
Which Mochachos burger has the most food on it?
The double-fillet versions of the Gourmet, Jalapeño Cheese, or Cheese & Pineapple burgers carry the most total food, combining two fillets with a full topping load.
Are the chicken burgers grilled or fried at Mochachos?
Most of the chicken fillet burgers are flame-grilled, matching the preparation style used across the rest of the Pollo Pueblo menu. The Nacho Crunch Gourmet Burger is the exception — it’s coated and fried rather than grilled.
Is the Beef Burger the same size as the chicken burgers?
Roughly, yes — the 150g Angus patty is comparable to a single chicken fillet in overall size, though the topping mix (pickles, onion, pink sauce) gives it a different eating experience.
Which burger is the best value for money?
The base-tier chicken fillet burgers (Chicken, Cheese, Pine) generally offer the best value for a straightforward meal, while the Gourmet and Jalapeño Cheese Burgers offer the best value if you want more flavour complexity without paying much more.