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Scott Boatwright

Chief Executive Officer & Director, Chipotle Mexican Grill

Search every verified Scott Boatwright interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Scott Boatwright, CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, discussed the company's second-quarter 2026 results, citing continued positive transaction growth and progress from its "recipe for growth" initiatives launched earlier in the year. He noted the opening of 100 company-owned restaurants during the quarter and reiterated plans to open approximately 350 restaurants in 2026, with about 80% featuring the Chipotle Lane. Boatwright also highlighted improvements in food quality, guest satisfaction, and throughput, stating that restaurants using the high-efficiency equipment package are outperforming the enterprise by two to three entrees during peak 15-minute periods. Boatwright also addressed the company's international expansion, including the upcoming opening of its first location in Mexico, with plans to extend to Mexico City in 2027. He stated that Chipotle will use the same menu in Mexico as in the U.S., while locally sourcing ingredients such as avocados, tomatoes, and peppers. In response to a question about a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to produce in multiple U.S. states, Boatwright said the company had reviewed its supply chain and found no indication that its ingredients were involved, while committing to continued monitoring.

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“The average price of a chicken burrito today across America is still under $10, and I don't think there's anyone in the space that can even compete or come close.”

“If you think about the economic value that generates or creates for our organization, it is probably best in class in the industry, and the economic returns — at 60% year 2 return on cash — is just impressive.”

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