Budget-conscious burrito lovers, beware—Chipotle prices keep climbing with no end in sight.
FinanceBuzz compared menu prices at 12 fast-food chains over the past decade to study the effects of inflation. The analysis revealed that the cost of eating at Chipotle has increased by an average of 75% since 2014.
Discover which Chipotle items have seen the highest price hikes:
Barbacoa Burrito
Price increase: 87%
Chipotle is known for its burritos, but you’ll pay significantly more for them in 2024 versus ten years ago. In 2014, the restaurant chain charged $6.65 for a barbacoa burrito. The same menu item is now $12.45 a decade later.
Barbacoa Tacos
Price increase: 87%
Burritos aren’t the only barbacoa-based meals at Chipotle that have risen in price. Since 2014, barbacoa tacos have become nearly 90% more expensive. They were $6.65 a decade ago but now cost $12.45.
Steak Salad
Price increase: 87%
The steak salad is another Chipotle item whose price has jumped 87% in the past decade. This menu option was a reasonable $6.65 in 2014. However, you’ll now pay $12.45 for the same meal.
Large Soda
Price increase: 79%
Even Chipotle’s drink offerings have suffered from inflation. Ten years ago, a large-sized soda cost under $2. In 2024, you’ll have to shell out $3.40 to quench your thirst with the same amount of beverage.
Chicken Burrito Bowl
Price increase: 71%
Chicken burrito bowls used to be a wallet-friendly Chipotle option. In 2014, this menu item was just $6.25. You’ll be disappointed to hear this familiar favorite is now $10.70.
Chicken Tacos
Price increase: 71%
Another chicken item that has increased in price is the tacos. This chicken-based meal has become 71% more expensive, just like the burrito bowl. An order of chicken tacos was $6.25 in 2014 but now costs $10.70.
Veggie Tacos
Price increase: 71%
Don’t think you can save money at Chipotle by going meat-free. Veggie tacos cost $10.70 as of 2024. A decade ago, the same menu item was only $6.25.
Carnitas Burrito
Price increase: 71%
The price increase on the carnitas burrito has saddened many Chipotle fans. A decade ago, the dish was available for $6.65. In 2024, it is now a pricey $11.35.
Side of Guac
Price increase: 64%
A side of guacamole costs 64% more today than ten years ago. In 2014, you could add a small serving of guac to your meal for $1.80. Nowadays, you’ll have to pay nearly $3 for a side portion.
Chips and Salsa
Price increase: 63%
While many sit-down Mexican restaurants offer chips and salsa for free, Chipotle charges you for this meal addition. Chips and salsa used to cost $1.75, making it a no-brainer to order. In the past decade, the price of this menu item has increased to $2.85.
How do Chipotle prices compare to other chains?
In its analysis of fast-food chain price increases since 2014, FinanceBuzz ranked Chipotle fourth. The chain falls behind restaurants like McDonald’s but well above competitors like Panera and Chick-fil-A. Chipotle’s inflation rate of 75% is more than double the national average of 31%.
Chipotle isn’t the only Mexican chain suffering from inflation
Taco Bell is among the worst offenders when it comes to fast-food price increases. See which items have soared in the past decade.
Taco Bell Menu Prices Skyrocket Up to 132% — 10 Highest Hikes
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