Rumors were swirling on social media that the fast-casual eatery was preparing to shut its doors. Here are the facts.

On March 20, 2025, Unión Rayo published an article claiming that Chipotle was shutting down while reporting on the closure of its spinoff Farmesa Fresh Eatery, which the company invested in back ...

another X user wrote. "I'm unfazed about chipotle closing, cava clears anyway," one user wrote, joining in with users unperturbed over the alleged closures. Since the news had taken flight ...

The speculation gained traction after a March 20, 2025 article inaccurately linked the closure of Farmesa Fresh Eatery—a smaller concept brand launched by Chipotle—to the fate of the main company.

The decision comes as dozens of stores and outlets are preparing to shut up shop so their workers can enjoy Easter Sunday.

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Chipotle refuted rumors that it filed for bankruptcy after confusion spread online on Friday night. A spokesperson for the chain restaurant confirmed to PIX11 News that the ...

How did the rumor that Chipotle was closing stores get started? Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The misinformation spread about the closure of the fast-casual eatery on ...