Updated
Updated · CNBC · Jul 13
Chipotle Opens First Mexico Restaurant, Targeting 350-370 New Stores in 2026
Updated
Updated · CNBC · Jul 13

Chipotle Opens First Mexico Restaurant, Targeting 350-370 New Stores in 2026

3 articles · Updated · CNBC · Jul 13

Summary

  • Thursday’s opening in San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, marks Chipotle’s first restaurant in Mexico and the start of a broader rollout with partner Alsea.
  • Mexico is part of Chipotle’s push to revive growth after a stagnant year, with international expansion and new menu offerings supporting plans to add 350 to 370 restaurants in 2026.
  • Monterrey was chosen for its strong economy, growing population and business-hub status, and the new outlet will serve the same menu as U.S. locations.
  • Mexico City is next on the expansion map for 2027 under the development agreement signed with Alsea last year, as Chipotle builds on a global base of more than 4,100 stores.

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