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2026 Official Guide

Chipotle Catering Menu & Prices (2026 Official Guide)

The Complete Guide for Events, Offices, Weddings & Parties.

Chipotle Catering costs $8.75-$13.50 per person for Build-Your-Own Spreads, $8.75 per person for Burritos by the Box, or $10.60-$16.01 per person for Build-Your-Own Tacos.

2026 CHIPOTLE CATERING PACKAGES & PRICING

Build-Your-Own Spreads (Buffet Style)

Single spread

Single

Price / Person: $8.75

Minimum Order: 6 People

Double spread

Double

Price / Person: $12.00

Minimum Order: 20 People

Triple spread

Triple

Price / Person: $13.50

Minimum Order: 20 People

What's Included (All Spreads):

  • Proteins: Chicken, Steak, Barbacoa, Carnitas, or Sofritas (tofu)
  • Bases: White rice, brown rice, black beans, pinto beans
  • Toppings: Fajita veggies, cheese, sour cream, lettuce
  • Salsas: Fresh tomato, roasted chili-corn, tomatillo-green, tomatillo-red
  • Tortillas: Soft flour and/or corn tortillas
  • Equipment: Chafing dishes, fuel cans (sternos), serving utensils, napkins, plates

Catering Quick Estimator

Small planning tool inspired by the official catering flow. Use it to estimate total cost and per-person spend before ordering.

Burritos by the Box (Individual Meals)

Burritos by the Box

Price: $8.75 per person

Minimum: 6 people

Includes: Individually wrapped burritos (custom labeled), Bags of chips, Salsa on the side

Protein Options: Chicken, Steak, Barbacoa, Carnitas, Sofritas

No heating equipment provided - served cold/room temperature

Best For: Office drop-offs, quick handouts, individual dietary needs

Build-Your-Own Tacos (Taco Bar Catering)

Taco Package Est. Price / Person Minimum Order
BYO Tacos Single ~$10-$12 10 People
BYO Tacos Double ~$13-$15 10 People
BYO Tacos Triple ~$16-$18 10 People

Note: Contact your local Chipotle or call 1-800-CHIPOTLE for exact taco bar pricing as it varies by location.

Taco Types Available

  • Soft Flour Tacos: Large, burrito-style tortillas
  • Soft Corn Tacos: Gluten-free option
  • Crispy Corn Shells: Traditional crunchy tacos

Guest Planning

  • How Many Tacos Per Person: Each guest typically makes 3-4 tacos
  • Best For: Casual parties, taco bars, interactive dining, Cinco de Mayo events

SIDES, DRINKS & ADD-ONS

Chips & Dips

Chips and dips spread
Item Serves Price
Chips & Salsa Spread 10-15 People $40.00
Chips & Salsa Spread (XL) 15-20 People $55.00
Chips & Guacamole 10-15 People $57.40
Hand-Mashed Guacamole 10-15 People $57.40
Queso Blanco 10-15 People $57.40
Individual Salsa Trays 10-15 People $57.40 Each

Drinks & Beverages (2026)

Drinks Box: $3.50 per person

Includes: Assorted fountain drinks, bottled water

Bottled Beverages (Individual):

  • Tractor Organic Lemonade: $3.80 (crisp, tangy, turmeric-infused)
  • Tractor Hibiscus Lemonade: $3.80 (tart hibiscus flower + citrus)
  • Tractor Mandarin Agua Fresca: $3.80 (orange, tangerine, cardamom)
  • Tractor Berry Agua Fresca: $3.80 (strawberry, pomegranate, apple cider vinegar)
  • Mexican Coke: $3.50 (glass bottle)
  • Topo Chico: $3.50 (sparkling mineral water)
  • Bottled Lemonade & Black Tea: $3.80 (Sri Lankan black tea blend)
  • Kid's Drinks: $2.50 each (Organic Milk, Apple Juice, Honest Kids Organic Juice)

Team Chipotle 2026 Digital Exclusives

Order these athlete-created bowls through the Chipotle app.

Athlete Build Protein Protein Amount Key Features
Matthew Tkachuk Bowl Double Chicken 67g Protein Light rice, light salsa
Brady Tkachuk Bowl ½ Chicken, ½ Steak 60g Protein Roasted chili-corn salsa
Hilary Knight Burrito Custom 28g Protein Pinto beans, guac inside
Taylor Heise 3 Tacos Chicken 50g Protein Double salsa, sour cream
Red Gerard Bowl Chicken 48g Protein Extra white rice

CATERING FOR SPECIFIC GROUP SIZES

Group Size Best Package Total Cost Per Person Includes
10 People Single Spread $87.50 $8.75 1 protein, all bases, equipment
20 People Double Spread $240.00 $12.00 2 proteins, chips, guac or queso, equipment
30 People Triple Spread $405.00 $13.50 3 proteins, all toppings, guac + queso
40 People 2x Double $480.00 $12.00 2 serving stations, added variety
50 People Triple + Single $675.00 $13.50 Multiple proteins, large setup
75 People 3x Triple + Single $1,012.50 $13.50 3 serving stations, premium setup
100 People 4x Triple + 2x Single $1,350.00 $13.50 Buffet style, multiple stations

TACOS, BURRITOS, BOWLS & SALADS

Chipotle Catering Tacos

Available Formats:

  • Build-Your-Own Taco Bar: $10.60-$16.01/person (10 min)
  • Pre-made Taco Boxes: Not available for formal catering
  • DIY from Spreads: Order any Spread with tortilla selection

Taco Calculations:

  • How many tacos per person: 3-4 tacos average
  • For 20 people: Order Double Spread (60-80 tacos worth of ingredients)
  • Tortilla ratio: Order 3-4 tortillas per guest

Taco Types: Soft Flour Tacos, Soft Corn Tacos, Crispy Corn Shells.

Interlink: View Chipotle taco prices and nutrition

Chipotle Catering Burritos

Available Formats:

  • Burritos by the Box: $8.75/person (individually wrapped)
  • DIY Burrito Bar: Order any Spread with flour tortillas

Interlink: View burrito item prices and customization

Chipotle Catering Bowls

Important: There is no specific "Bowl Package" for catering.

How to Order Bowls for Catering:

  • Order Build-Your-Own Spread
  • Request "No Tortillas" in special instructions
  • Guests build bowls from buffet ingredients
  • Provide bowls instead of plates (bring your own or request)

Bowl Base Options: Cilantro-Lime White Rice, Cilantro-Lime Brown Rice, Supergreens Salad Mix, Romaine Lettuce

Interlink: Open bowls menu page

Chipotle Catering Salads

How to Order:

  • Order Build-Your-Own Spread
  • Request "Supergreens" or "Romaine" instead of rice
  • Include Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette (comes with spreads)

Salad Catering Tips:

  • Request dressing on side for guest choice
  • Provides lighter option for health-conscious guests
  • Same price as standard spread

QUESADILLAS, KIDS & SPECIALTY ITEMS

Chipotle Catering Quesadillas

Important: Chipotle does NOT offer quesadillas as formal catering items.

How to Serve Quesadillas at Your Event:

  • Group Order Workaround: Place regular Group Order (not catering) for quesadillas
  • Price: $11.35-$13.10 per quesadilla (individual pricing)
  • Availability: App/online only (not in-store)
  • Calories: 1,370 per standard quesadilla
  • Alternative: Order Build-Your-Own Spread with extra tortillas - guests can make "quesadilla-style" burritos by grilling tortillas with cheese

Interlink: Check quesadilla menu page

Chipotle Catering for Kids

Important: There is no formal "Kids Catering Package."

How to Accommodate Kids:

  • Individual Kid's Meals: $5.95 each (add to any order)
  • Includes: Small quesadilla or taco, chips, drink
  • Kid's Quesadilla: $4.50 (individual order)
  • Kid's Build Your Own: 1 taco + chips + drink
  • Recommendation: For events with 10+ kids, order 50% kid's meals and 50% regular catering - kids often eat smaller portions

Interlink: Open kids meal pricing and nutrition

ORDERING, DELIVERY & SETUP

How to Order Chipotle Catering

  • Online: catering.chipotle.com or Chipotle app
  • Phone: 1-800-CHIPOTLE (1-800-244-7685)
  • Advance Notice: 24 hours required for all catering orders

Chipotle Catering Set Up

  • Chafing dishes (aluminum trays with lids)
  • Fuel cans (sternos) - 2-3 hour burn time
  • Serving utensils (tongs, spoons)
  • Plates, napkins, forks
  • Setup Time: 10-15 minutes
  • Temperature: Food stays warm for 2+ hours with proper fuel can use

Delivery vs. Pickup

Feature Delivery Pickup
Cost $10-$30 (Varies by distance) Free
Setup Drop-off only; you arrange chafing stands You transport and set up
Vehicle Not needed SUV recommended (trays are 21″ long)
Best For Large events, convenience Cost savings, small orders

CATERING VS. GROUP ORDER

Feature Catering (10+) Group Order (<10)
Price / Person $8.75-$16.01 $9-$15
Notice 24 Hours Immediate
Equipment Chafing dishes included None
Setup Buffet style Individual packaging
Best For Events, meetings Small team lunches
Tacos BYO Taco Bar available Individual taco orders
Quesadillas Not available Available (App only)
Drinks Drinks Box ($3.50 / Person) Individual drinks

EVENT PLANNING BY TYPE

Office Meetings & Corporate Events

Best: Burritos by the Box ($8.75/person)

  • Individual portions, no setup
  • Professional presentation
  • Easy expense tracking

Alternative: Work Anywhere Build ($12/person) - Interactive buffet, accommodates all diets

Weddings & Receptions

Best: Triple Protein Spread ($13.50/person)

  • Premium presentation
  • Multiple proteins prevent bottlenecks
  • 40-60% cheaper than traditional wedding catering

For 100 guests: ~$1,350 (vs. $3,000+ traditional catering)

Birthday Parties

Best: BYO Tacos Double ($13.34/person)

  • Fun, interactive
  • Kids and adults love taco bars
  • Easy customization

Graduation Parties

Best: Double Spread + All Sides ($12/person + extras)

  • Mix of ages
  • Budget-friendly
  • Popular chips/guac starter

Sports Teams

Best: Burritos by the Box (Extra Portions)

  • High protein options
  • Easy grab-and-go
  • Order 1.5x servings for athletes

FAQ

Does Chipotle catering come with plates and utensils?

Yes. Build-Your-Own Spreads include plates, napkins, forks, and serving utensils. Burritos by the Box include napkins only.

Can you order Chipotle catering same-day?

No. All catering orders require 24-hour advance notice. For same-day needs, use the regular Group Order function in the Chipotle app.

Does Chipotle catering come with guacamole?

Double and Triple Spreads include guacamole. Single Spreads and Burritos by the Box do not—add separately for $57.40 (serves 10-15).

Does Chipotle catering come with chips?

Double and Triple Spreads include chips. Single Spreads and Burritos by the Box include smaller chip portions—order Chips & Salsa Spread ($40) for groups.

Does Chipotle catering come with drinks?

Drinks are add-ons. Order Drinks Box ($3.50/person) or individual bottled beverages ($3.50-$3.80 each).

Is Chipotle catering available for weddings?

Yes. The Triple Spread ($13.50/person) is popular for weddings, offering variety and value compared to traditional catering ($30-50/person).

Can I order just tacos for catering?

Yes. Order BYO Tacos packages ($10.60-$16.01/person) which include all ingredients for taco construction.

Can I order quesadillas for catering?

No. Quesadillas are not available as formal catering. Use Group Order for individual quesadillas ($11.35-$13.10 each) or order a Spread with tortillas for DIY quesadillas.

Do Chipotle Rewards points apply to catering?

Yes. Earn 10 points per $1 spent on catering orders placed through the app or website.

What is the Chipotle catering phone number?

1-800-CHIPOTLE (1-800-244-7685) for catering inquiries and orders.

Can I pick up my Chipotle catering order?

Yes. Pickup is free and available at all locations. Recommended vehicle: SUV or trunk space for large trays (21" long).

Is there a minimum order for Chipotle catering?

Yes. Single Protein Spreads require 6 people minimum. Double and Triple Protein Spreads require 20 people minimum. Burritos by the Box require 6 people minimum. Build-Your-Own Tacos require 10 people minimum.

WHY CHOOSE CHIPOTLE CATERING

  • ✓ Customizable: Guests build their own bowls, tacos, or burritos
  • ✓ Fresh Ingredients: Proteins grilled fresh daily, produce prepped in-house
  • ✓ Dietary Options: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free accommodations
  • ✓ No Setup Hassle: Chafing dishes keep food warm for 2+ hours
  • ✓ Predictable Pricing: Clear per-person costs, no hidden fees
  • ✓ Scalable: Serves 6 to 200+ people with consistent quality
  • ✓ Taco Bar Option: Unique BYO Tacos packages for interactive dining
  • ✓ Drink Options: Organic Tractor Beverages and traditional fountain drinks

Note: verify prices before ordering from official Chipotle catering portal and location calls.