Top 8 Chipotle Mexican Grill Competitors & Alternatives in 2025

Competitors

1. 

   #1

   Taco Bell

   Best for consumers

   Est. 1962   •  1k+ employees   •  Public (NYSE:YUM)

   Large quick-service chain offering Mexican-inspired tacos, burritos and value-driven menu items across a broad footprint.

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2. 

   #2

   Qdoba Mexican Eats

   Best for consumers

   Est. 1995   •  1k+ employees

   Fast-casual Mexican-style chain offering customizable burritos, bowls, tacos and signature queso/guacamole add-ons.

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3. 

   #3

   CAVA

   Best for consumers

   Est. 2006   •  1k+ employees   •  Public (NYSE:CAVA)

   Mediterranean fast-casual chain serving customizable bowls, pitas, salads and grocery-brand dips and dressings.

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4. 

   #4

   Sweetgreen

   Best for consumers

   Est. 2006   •  1k+ employees   •  Public (NYSE:SG)

   Fast-casual chain focused on salads and grain bowls emphasizing fresh ingredients and digital ordering.

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5. 

   #5

   Moe's Southwest Grill

   Best for consumers

   Est. 2000   •  201-1k employees

   Fast-casual Mexican/Tex‑Mex franchise serving burritos, tacos, quesadillas and a salsa/queso-focused menu.

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6. 

   #6

   Baja Fresh

   Best for consumers

   Est. 1990   •  201-1k employees   •  Public (TSX:MTY)

   Tex‑Mex fast-casual chain emphasizing fresh-made ingredients and a self-serve salsa bar.

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   #7

   Del Taco

   Best for consumers

   Est. 1964   •  1k+ employees   •  Public (NASDAQ:JACK)

   Quick‑service chain combining tacos and burritos with a broader fast‑food menu (burgers, fries) in many Western and Southern markets.

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8. 

   #8

   Rubio's Coastal Grill

   Best for consumers

   Est. 1983   •  201-1k employees

   California-based fast-casual chain known for fish tacos and coastal Mexican‑style menu offerings (regional competitor).

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