Alshaya Group Brings Chipotle’s First-Ever Chipotlane Beyond North America to Kuwait

16 Nov 2025

Alshaya Group and Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) are proud to announce the launch of the brand’s first Chipotlane restaurant outside North America, located in Kuwait. This format is new to the Gulf region, offering a digital order drive-thru pickup lane that allows guests to pick up their preordered meals without leaving their cars

The new Chipotlane at Bneid AlGar, Kuwait, provides guests with the full Chipotle menu of responsibly sourced ingredients and fresh-made burritos, bowls and tacos, alongside the convenience of a fast-pick up lane. This innovative format strengthens the guest offer and signals Alshaya Group’s commitment to introducing world-class dining formats to the Gulf region.

“Today’s opening of Chipotle’s first-ever Chipotlane outside of North America is a highlight for both Chipotle and our partnership with Alshaya Group,” said Scott Boatwright, CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill. “We are excited to increase access and convenience for guests in Bneid AlGar and bring this dining experience with our real-food and wholesome ingredients to Kuwait.”

John Hadden, CEO of Alshaya Group, commented: “Launching the first Chipotlane in Kuwait is a proud milestone for our partnership with Chipotle and a testament to the growing demand for premium, innovative dining experiences in the region. We’re excited to bring this industry-defining format to our guests, offering even greater convenience and choice. This opening reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering memorable experiences and raising the bar for what guests can expect from our portfolio.”

This opening in Kuwait signals the extension of the Chipotlane format beyond North America, with Chipotle now operating over 1,000 Chipotlane outlets in the United States and Canada. The Kuwait location will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m., offering exceptional convenience for guests at all hours. Over 80% of company-owned restaurants will have a Chipotlane, and Chipotle has a long-term target of 7,000 locations in North America.