CAVA vs. Chipotle: Whose Growth Story Looks Stronger Now?

Key Takeaways CAVA reported 28.2% y/y revenue growth and 10.8% same-store sales growth in 1Q25. CMG opened 57 restaurants in Q1 and targets 7,000 units in North America. CAVA's loyalty program now has nearly 8M members, fueling repeat visits and revenue growth.CAVA Group (CAVA) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) are the two major companies in the fast-casual dining space. Both companies have a compelling growth narrative, but at very different stages of maturity.While Chipotle has long cemented its dominanc ...