CHIPOTLE DEBUTS IN SAUDI ARABIA WITH FIRST RESTAURANT IN RIYADH

The opening at Sidra in Riyadh marks Chipotle's entry into the Kingdom and continues the brand's expansion across the Middle East with franchise partner Alshaya Group NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. , Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG ) today announced the opening of its first restaurant in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) 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 customize their meals with a choice of proteins, rice, beans, salsas, toppings and Chipotle's signature hand-mashed guacamole.

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. Jeff Kellen, President, Hospitality division at Alshaya Group, said: "Since its launch in the region over two years ago, Chipotle has surpassed all expectations to become one of our most loved brands. Knowing how eagerly consumers in KSA have awaited its arrival, we look forward to meeting their expectations with Chipotle's delicious, fresh, and real-ingredient menu."

Chipotle continues to expand its international footprint with more than 80 company-owned restaurants in Canada, 21 in the U.K., six in France and two in Germany. The company, in partnership with Alsea, a leading restaurant operator in Latin America, recently entered Mexico with its first restaurant in Nuevo León . Chipotle currently operates more than 4,200 restaurants worldwide and expects to open between 350 and 370 new restaurants in 2026 as it continues to execute its "Recipe for Growth" strategy, including a target of operating 7,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada. Chipotle's business development group, led by Lawton, continues to evaluate strategic opportunities to accelerate the company's global expansion through partnerships, joint ventures and development agreements. Information on submitting a proposal can be found at https://ir.chipotle.com/contact-us .

About Chipotle Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG ) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. There are over 4,200 restaurants as of June 30, 2026, in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and the Middle East and it is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in the United States, Canada and Europe. With nearly 140,000 emp...