Chipotle Mexican Grill announced the opening of its first location in Kuwait City in partnership with leading international franchise retail operator Alshaya Group. The restaurant has been operating with adjusted hours since the beginning of the month to account for holidays and training and will hold its official grand opening on April 23. Chipotle's location in Kuwait marks the first time the company has entered a new country in over 10 years.

The new restaurant is located at The Avenues, Kuwait's largest shopping mall and a hub for international and local brands with over 1,100 stores and approximately one million visitors per week. New elements include: Wood Tile Floor: replacing Chipotle's traditional concrete floor, it fills the restaurant with warmth and rich patterns. Corten Art Wall: the legacy architectural material is transformed into an elevated focal wall that heroes the iconic Chipotle pepper.

Corten Ceiling Element: this large-scale metal ceiling and lighting element creates a layer of visual richness throughout the space. New Wall Finishes: updated surfaces and artisan materials are more textural and help impart a feeling of freshness. In July 2023, Chipotle signed its first-ever development agreement to open restaurants in partnership with the Alshaya Group.

Chipotle and Alshaya plan to open the first Chipotle location in Dubai later this year.