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Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
False rumor of Chipotle going bankrupt, closing stores spreads online
The rumors about Chipotle filing for bankruptcy and closing restaurants in 2025 are just that: Rumors. The misinformation spread about the closure of the fast-casual eatery on social media Thursday and Friday appeared to have started after Spanish media outlet Unión Rayo published a report about the closure of Farmesa Fresh Eatery, a spinoff venture Chipotle invested and tested for a few months in 2023. The story's promotional image previously showed the Chipotle logo, Newsweek reported. Numerous users took to X to express frustration with the alleged closures. "Chipotle is closing all restaurants & is declaring bankruptcy. The number of businesses declaring bankruptcy is very eerie," an X user posted Thursday morning. X users were still posting reactions to the rumors days later, wondering how Chipotle could be filing for bankruptcy. "how chipotle goin bankrupt when i get a bowl with extra chicken and guac everyday?????" another X user wrote. Chipotle spokesperson Erin Wolford refuted the rumors on Saturday, sharing in a statement that the "false information stemmed from an inaccurate online article confusing Chipotle with a venture it tested in 2023." Chipotle contacted the international site to correct the story and has since received an apology for the "false article" written last week. Unión Rayo did not immediately respond to USA TODAY's request for comment on Tuesday. Chipotle actually has plans to expand, contrary to the disinformation spread by the rumor mill. "We anticipate opening between 315 to 345 new restaurants this year with at least 80% including a (digital drive-thru) Chipotlane," Wolford said. Chipotle posted its fourth quarter and full year financial snapshot last month, revealing to investors in a Feb. 4 earnings call that the company's total revenue for 2024 was $11.3 billion, a 14.6% increase from 2023. The earnings call indicated zero debt and over $2 billion in cash reserves, Wolford said. "Chipotle had another outstanding year," Scott Boatwright, Chipotle CEO, said in a news release. "I want to make sure that as we continue to scale Chipotle, everything we do is in service of our guests or those who serve our guests." Chipotle opened 304 company-owned restaurants with 257 locations, including a Chipotlane, and three internationally licensed restaurants in 2024, the company said. Chipotle also recently introduced a new protein option: Honey Chicken. According to Chipotle's website, there are 77 locations in Washington. Seattle has 10 locations, the most of any city in Washington. Vancouver has seven, Spokane has four and Bremerton has one. Chipotle's corporate headquarters is located in Newport Beach, California. Farmesa Fresh Eatery was a restaurant concept tested by Chipotle for a few months in a Santa Monica food hall in 2023. "Farmesa is a fresh, bold concept featuring delicious proteins, greens, grains and vegetables that are inspired by Chipotle's Food with Integrity standards," Chipotle said in a February 2023 news release. The "eclectic" menu was curated by Nate Appleman, a James Beard Award-winning Chef who also serves as the Director of Culinary Innovation at Farmesa, and previously led menu innovations for Chipotle in the mid to late 2000s. Farmesa was slated to serve a variety of bowls complete with a protein, green or grain, two sides, a choice of five sauces, and a topping option that cost between $11.95 to $16.95. Contributing: Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY This article originally appeared on Kitsap Sun: False rumor of Chipotle going bankrupt, closing stores spreads online Sign in to access your portfolio
USA Today
08-03-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Sheetz offers 99-cent meatball subs for National Meatball Day: Here's when to get them
Sheetz offers 99-cent meatball subs for National Meatball Day: Here's when to get them National Meatball Day is this Sunday, March 8, and Sheetz is celebrating by offering customers a discount on a popular sandwich. The restaurant and convenience store chain announced Wednesday it is offering customers 99-cent half-size meatball subs with any purchase from Sunday, March 9, through Tuesday, March 11. The deal can be redeemed at all Sheetz locations by adding it under the "OFFERZ" tab on the Sheetz app. Customers must make any other purchase to receive the deal and the offer can only be applied once per My Sheetz Rewardz member, according to the company. New menu item: Chipotle unveils new Honey Chicken protein option: Here's when you can get it More details on the Sheetz 99-cent meatball sub deal According to Sheetz's website, a half-size meatball sub contains about 956 calories and varies depending on what type of bread you choose for your sub and what toppings you put in it. Sheetz operates over 760 locations throughout Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, North Carolina and Michigan, according to the company. Customers can become a My Sheetz Rewardz member by downloading the Sheetz app. (This story was updated to fix a typo.)Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@
USA Today
06-03-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Chipotle unveils new Honey Chicken protein option: Here's when you can get it
Chipotle unveils new Honey Chicken protein option: Here's when you can get it Show Caption Hide Caption Chipotle CEO says it will absorb tariff costs President Trump's proposed tariffs on major trading partners are affecting the U.S. economy, but Chipotle plans to keep prices stable for their customers. Cheddar Fans of Chipotle now have a new protein option to choose from. The Mexican fast-casual restaurant chain announced Thursday, March 6 that Chipotle Honey Chicken will be available across restaurants in North America and the United Kingdom beginning Friday, March 7 and for a limited time. Chipotle Rewards members can get exclusive early access on Thursday, March 6 via the Chipotle app, and according to the company, and the protein will be available in France and Germany starting Wednesday, March 12. "Chipotle's latest culinary innovation is a bold, new menu item that perfectly balances unique heat from chipotle peppers and a touch of sweet from pure wildflower honey," according to the company's announcement. 'Delicate balance of heat and a touch of sweet' Chipotle, citing the National Restaurant Association's "What's Hot 2025 Culinary Forecast," said hot honey is the top trending flavor. The company said the protein did well while test-marketing in Nashville and Sacramento, emerging as a fan favorite "thanks to a balanced flavor made with real ingredients." The Honey Chicken is made with fresh chicken, seasoned with savory Mexican spices, in a marinade of seared, smoked chipotle peppers and a touch of pure honey, according to Chipotle. "Chipotle Honey Chicken was our top performing limited time offer in test markets and we're excited for guests to taste this bold, new protein with their go-to order," said Chris Brandt, Chief Brand Officer, in the news release. "The delicate balance of heat and a touch of sweet pairs perfectly with our real ingredients prepared fresh every day." The company said it is featuring the "Most Popular Chipotle Honey Chicken Bowl" on its app and website for easy ordering, "making it simple for guests to experience the new protein." The bowl contains 880 calories and features the Honey Chicken with white rice, black beans, fajita veggies, fresh tomato salsa, roasted chili-corn salsa, sour cream, cheese and lettuce, according to Chipotle. Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Chipotle's best-selling limited edition Honey Chicken. How to find it in Delaware
When Chipotle launched an exclusive spicy yet sweet protein in Nashville and California in 2024 it tested so well it became their best-selling, limited-time offering. The sweet success of Chipotle's Honey Chicken has fans of the surging hot honey trend across state lines wanting to take a bite of the unique flavor combination, and the fast-casual chain is listening. Chipotle on Thursday launched early access to the new protein addition to select members on their apps and website across the nation, with the company offering customers the punchy new protein in-restaurant starting Friday. Here's what to know about the company's latest creation and when and how to get it in New Jersey. Chipotle Rewards members have access today, Thursday, March, 6, to add honey chicken to their favorite meals on the Chipotle app or on It is free to sign up to become a Chipotle Rewards member on their website. Beginning on Friday, March 7, honey chicken will be available to guests ordering in-person at a Chipotle location. Chipotle Honey Chicken is only available today, Thursday, March 6, via the Chipotle app or through an online order for Rewards members. On Friday, March 7, you can order the protein to add to your favorite menu item in-store. The Chipotle Honey Chicken is made with fresh, grilled chicken seasoned with savory Mexican spices in a marinade of seared and smoked chipotle peppers and a tough of pure honey, Chipotle said in a news release. The most popular item, and what is featured on the Chipotle app, is the Chipotle Honey Chicken Bowl, which includes the new protein option with white rice, black beans, fajita veggies, fresh tomato salsa, roasted chili-corn salsa, sour cream, cheese and lettuce. There are 11 Chipotle locations in Delaware, according to the chain's website. To find your nearest restaurant, visit the Chipotle website. Lori Comstock is a New Jersey-based journalist with the Mid-Atlantic Connect Team. This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Chipotle Honey Chicken debut did so well, it's now in DE
