i got an email today:

{name removed} sent a message using the contact form at
http://chipotlog.com/contact.

hi, I have experience in the restaurent business as I own one.
I like your food and I like to serve what I like. Would appreciate to
hear from you.
thanks.

I assume you found this site by reading everything you need to know about chipotle franchises which says very clearly that they are not a franchise operation and you can’t get a franchise.

so…folks, seriously, they don’t franchise. even though you wish they did. they don’t. don’t write me asking for a franchise! it won’t happen and it’s not even my decision.

This guy may know lots about running restaurants, but reading comprehension isn’t your strong suit.