Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced the opening of its first restaurant in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia later this month in partnership with Alshaya Group, a leading international franchise retail operator.
Located at Sidra, the premier dining destination in Riyadh next to the Granada Mall, the restaurant marks Chipotle’s entry into Saudi Arabia and another milestone in the company’s international growth strategy.
The Riyadh restaurant will serve Chipotle’s menu of burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas and salads, all made with responsibly sourced, classically cooked real ingredients and prepared in an open kitchen. Guests will be able to customizse their meals with a choice of proteins, rice, beans, salsas, toppings and Chipotle’s signature hand-mashed guacamole.
“We’re pleased to introduce Chipotle to guests in Saudi Arabia for the first time,” said Nate Lawton, Chief Business Development Officer at Chipotle. “Expanding into the Kingdom advances our international growth strategy and provides a compelling opportunity to serve one of the Middle East’s most dynamic consumer markets. Riyadh is home to one of the region’s leading shopping and leisure destinations, making it an exceptional place to introduce our brand to both local guests and international visitors. Together with Alshaya Group, we look forward to delivering the distinctive Chipotle experience and establishing a strong long-term presence in the country.”
The opening builds on Chipotle’s continued expansion in partnership with Alshaya Group. Since 2024, Chipotle has opened 16 restaurants across the Middle East, including seven in the United Arab Emirates, seven in Kuwait and two in Qatar.
