If you’re thinking about using Chipotle catering for your next event, here’s what you need to know!

Chipotle’s Catering Service

Chipotle launched its catering service in 2014 and we’ve used it many times. From birthday parties to graduations, it’s a great way to feed a large group of people! Their catering service provides the napkins, bowls, chips, and other essentials, so you don’t have to worry about a thing!

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How Much to Order

As you might expect, this depends on the size of your crowd and how hungry your guests will be. When you’re ordering through the online system, you’re technically paying “per person” although they’re generous in the portion sizes. If you’re ordering the “Double” or the “Triple” options, you don’t necessarily need to order a meal for every person. If you’re hosting a birthday party or casual event, ordering 10 servings will likely feed 11-13 people. Obviously, there is a difference in people’s appetites, so it’s best to have extras!

When Chipotle initially launched their catering offerings, the food came in metal containers, shown below. They’ve recently moved to plastic containers.Chipotle Catering

Planning for a Group

One reason I love using Chipotle’s catering service is that it’s easy to fit a variety of diet restrictions. Since guests can customize their own bowl, it’s easy to offer gluten free, vegetarian, and/or vegan options.

When picking salsa options, I recommend the mild tomato salsa and the corn salsa. These aren’t too spicy but they both offer a lot of flavor.

For proteins, I recommend a veggie option (the fajita veggies and guacamole are excellent) then chicken, then steak. Those tend to be the crowd pleasers!

How to Store Leftovers

Most of the items will keep well in the fridge for 2-3 days, with the exception of the guacamole and lettuce. All containers come with plastic lids, so it’s easy to keep everything sealed and fresh.

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Catering Customer Service

I’ve been a huge fan of Chipotle’s food for years, so it’s no surprise I love their catering service! I’ve also been impressed with their customer service. When ordering Chipotle catering for a surprise party, the restaurant was late with the order. (Very late, which was unfortunate for a surprise party!) But when I submitted my feedback online, Chipotle was quick to apologize and offered me a coupon for free catering so they could make it right at another event. They go above and beyond, which is awesome!

If you need a budget friendly, easy, delicious catering service for your next event, try Chipotle!

This post was not sponsored but Chipotle did provide me with catering for an event. I was not required to post a review, but I wanted to share my honest thoughts!

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