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2012 Top 100: Chipotle Mexican Grill No. 6

May 22, 2012

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Denver / No. of units: 1,230

Chipotle continued down its path of global growth in 2011, opening its second location in London. The chain also is looking to open in Paris and Germany, further extending its international footprint. While employment issues plagued the concept in 2011, co-CEO Monty Moran has used the experience to become an outspoken advocate for immigration reform. The company is expected to hire more than 100,000 employees over the next three years. Legislative issues aside, consumers are keeping the chain hotter than a habanero. Chipotle ended its fiscal 2011 year with a revenue increase of 23.6 percent, stemming from a same-store sales gain of 11 percent.