# Jalapeno Cheese Dip Toppings Select Barberitos Locations Will Feature a New Topping or Side Option By Riley von Niessen | Published 2020-10-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barberitos References: [restaurantnews](http://www.restaurantnews.com/barberitos-spices-up-its-menu-with-jalapeno-cheese-dip-102020/) & [barberitos](https://www.barberitos.com/) Barberitos, a fast casual Mexican restaurant chain that's based in the United States, has announced a new menu addition that it hopes will appeal to spice lovers. The 'Jalapeño Cheese Dip' can be ordered at participating locations starting in October, and makes for a great accompaniment to its [tacos, burritos, bowls, and nachos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southwestern-entre). Consumers can choose to add it as a topping to the dish of their choice, or order it as a side. Barberitos Founder and CEO Downing Barber spoke to new menu addition, stating "[Barberitos'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheesesteak-burrito) new [jalapeño cheese dip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-queso-dip) is a spicy and fresh way to mix up any of our fan-favorite menu items" and "We are excited to introduce this topping to heat up our menu as we prepare for cooler temperatures this fall.” Image Credit: Barberitos ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Spicy Toppings:** Opportunity for restaurants to introduce new and exciting spicy toppings to appeal to spice lovers. - **Menu Innovation:** Creating new menu additions like jalapeño cheese dip to keep customers interested and engaged. - **Customization Options:** Offering the choice to add toppings like jalapeño cheese dip as a way to enhance the customer's dining experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants can capitalize on the growing demand for spicy toppings by incorporating unique options like jalapeño cheese dip. - **Fast Casual Dining:** Fast casual restaurants can stand out by offering menu innovations like the jalapeño cheese dip to attract customers looking for something different. - **Food Service Industry:** Food service providers can expand their offerings by introducing new customizable options like the jalapeño cheese dip to meet diverse consumer preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spiced Cheese Snack Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-jalapeo-bacon-dip.md) - [Cheesy Jalapeño Diner Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/johnny-rockets-jalapeo-popper.md) - [Ultra-Spicy Queso Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queso-apocalypto.md) - [Dippable Cheesy Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bell-6.md) - [Highly Anticipated Dip Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobo-ranch.md) - [Chili-Topped Jalapeño Poppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-chili-cheese-jalapeo-poppers.md) - [Flavorful All-Occasion Dip Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deans-dip.md) - [Spicy QSR Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bad-daddys.md) - [Meta Chip-Infused Chip Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doritos-dip.md)