Are you a fan of carne asada? Then we have good news for you! Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) has announced the return of this popular dish, which will be available on the menu for a limited time. If you want to try it, we’ll tell you when it will arrive at the chain’s restaurants so you can run and get yours.
When is carne asada coming back to Chipotle?
According to the company, carne asada will be back starting this Thursday, September 4, at restaurants in the United States and Canada.
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What is Chipotle’s carne asada like?
It’s grilled, marinated, and seasoned beef with a blend of spices like cumin, cilantro, garlic, and oregano. It’s served chopped into pieces. Each serving provides 29 grams of protein, and you can order it in a bowl or a burrito with white rice, black beans, roasted chili-corn salsa, fresh tomato salsa, and cheese.
Chipotle offers
The return of carne asada has been highly anticipated by many fans, so the chain has decided to offer $0 delivery on all orders of this dish. The promotion applies to orders made through the app and online, from Monday, September 8 through Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
Chipotle Menu
At its various locations, the chain offers a variety of options on its menu. Some of these include:
- Burrito
- Burrito Bowl
- Lifestyle Bowl
- Quesadilla
- Salad
- Tacos
- Kids’ Meal
- Chips and Sides
How many Chipotle restaurants are there in the United States?
Currently, the restaurant chain has 3,494 locations in the United States. California has the highest concentration of these restaurants, with a total of 486, representing about 14% of all Chipotle restaurants in the country.
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What is Chipotle Rewards?
It’s the company’s loyalty program. You’ll earn 10 points for every $1 spent at any of the chain’s restaurants, as well as for orders made through the website or the official app. You can also earn points faster by completing challenges.
Once you accumulate points, you can redeem them for rewards, such as free menu items or exclusive brand products. When you sign up, you’ll also receive a welcome gift, special birthday rewards, and exclusive offers for members.
Chipotle History
Chipotle was founded by Steve Ells, who took advantage of the growing popularity of burritos and other Mexican dishes when he opened his first restaurant in the 1990s. Since then, the chain has positioned itself as a key player in the fast food industry.
Today, the company has over 3,700 restaurants in various countries, not only in the United States but also in places like Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates. It is the only company of its size in the restaurant industry that owns and operates all of its locations in North America and Europe.
With more than 130,000 employees, Chipotle is part of the Fortune 500 list and is ranked among the most admired companies in the Fortune 2025 list, as well as being recognized on Time’s list of the most influential companies.
