NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — The Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. announced its revenue increased by 7.4% during the first quarter of 2026.
The fast-food company has more than 4,100 restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and the Middle East, and is the only restaurant company of its size to own and operate all its restaurants in North America and Europe.
Currently, there are 19 Chipotle Mexican Grill locations in Oklahoma, including restaurants in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Norman, Edmond, Broken Arrow, Midwest City, Moore, Owasso, and Stillwater.
“Our first quarter exceeded expectations as we advanced our Recipe for Growth strategy, delivering tangible progress across operations, digital, menu innovation, people, and development,” Scott Boatwright, the company’s chief executive officer, said. “We are excited to welcome a new Chief Brand Officer and a new Chief Digital Officer to further strengthen our value proposition, sharpen our brand messaging, and accelerate innovation — positioning Chipotle for sustained, long-term growth as we advance on our path to becoming a global iconic brand.”
Company officials said restaurant sales increased by 0.5%, while its operating margin decreased from 16.7% to 12.9%.
Boatwright said the company employs more than 135,000 people. He said the revenue increase was driven by new restaurant openings and, to a lesser extent, by a 0.5% increase in comparable restaurant sales, driven by higher transaction volume of 0.6%, partially offset by a 0.1% decrease in average check. Digital sales represented 38.6% of total food and beverage revenue.