Chipotle Mexican Grill(US:CMG) Prnewswire·2025-12-12 12:53Core Insights - Chipotle Mexican Grill has opened its 4,000th restaurant in Manhattan, Kansas, marking a significant milestone in its growth strategy [1][5] - The company plans to continue its expansion, with projections to open between 315 to 345 new restaurants in 2025 and 350 to 370 in 2026, including international locations [5][6] Company Growth - Since CEO Scott Boatwright joined in 2017, Chipotle has increased its restaurant count from over 2,300 to 4,000, representing a 70% growth in eight years [5][8] - The company is now over halfway to its long-term goal of operating 7,000 restaurants in the U.S. and Canada [8] New Restaurant Features - The new Manhattan location includes a Chipotlane, allowing for drive-thru pick-up of digital orders, and features a High-Efficiency Equipment Package designed to streamline operations [4][5] - The equipment package includes advanced cooking tools that enhance efficiency and maintain culinary standards [4] International Expansion - Chipotle currently operates over 100 restaurants outside the U.S., with plans to open in Mexico, South Korea, and Singapore in the coming years [6][9] - The first Chipotlane outside North America opened in Kuwait, showcasing the company's international growth strategy [6] Commitment to Quality - Chipotle emphasizes its commitment to serving responsibly sourced, real food without artificial ingredients, aligning with its mission to cultivate a better world [7][9]