FYI, it’s pronounced chee-POAT-lay.
Steven Ells, Chipotle's founder, started the first restaurant as a way to fund his dream of opening a fine-dining restaurant.
The first restaurant opened on July 13, 1993 in Denver, Colo. Fortunately for us, his small taqueria started to make a ton of money and the rest, as they say, is burrito history.
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You get about 70% more food if you order a burrito bowl with a tortilla on the side.
According to Business Insider, if a massive burrito is your goal, ordering it this way ensures you get more bang for the same price.
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On Halloween, Chipotle offers discounted "Booritos" to those who come dressed up.
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McDonald's was an investor in the company, before divesting in 2006.
It seems Ronald and friends wanted to focus on their burgers and fries, which some believe was a huge mistake.
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