Chipotle Brings Back Viral Chicken al Pastor to Drive Spring Traffic
Chipotle Mexican Grill reintroduces its popular seasonal protein option, aiming to drive traffic and boost digital sales across nationwide locations.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Chain Watch
Key points
- Chipotle has officially brought back its popular Chicken al Pastor menu item across all nationwide restaurants for a limited time.
- The protein option combines grilled chicken with a marinade of achiote, morita peppers, pineapple juice, and fresh cilantro.
- Limited-time menu additions allow fast-casual chains to drive customer traffic and digital app orders without adding kitchen complexity.
- Industry reporting from Nation's Restaurant News underscores the strategic importance of seasonal menu rotations in boosting store-level margins.
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