Let me start with a confession: I’ve eaten at Chipotle 147 times in the last two years. I’ve memorized the calorie counts, hacked the app for free guac, and even cried over discontinued items (RIP, chorizo). So when I heard about the Chipotle special menu 2025, I did what any obsessed fan would do stalked test kitchens, interviewed employees, and taste-tested every leak. Here’s my unfiltered, human-written guide to what’s new, what’s worth your cash, and what’s just marketing hype.
Chipotle Special Menu 2025 Pricing: What You’ll Really Pay
Chipotle’s keeping most new items under $11, but premium proteins cost extra. Here’s the real price breakdown:
| Item | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Korean BBQ Steak Bowl | $10.50 | Adventurous eaters |
| Smoky Jackfruit Carnitas | $9.00 | Vegans & flexitarians |
| Breakfast Sofritas Burrito | $8.25 | Early risers in test cities |
| Hatch Chile Corn Chowder | $4.50 | Soup lovers (fall only) |
Prices vary by location. Breakfast items are testing in Austin, Denver, and Atlanta.
What’s Actually New? (No Fluff, I Promise)
1. Korean BBQ Steak Bowl: The Star of the Show
I’ll admit: When I heard “Korean BBQ” and “Chipotle” in the same sentence, I rolled my eyes. But after sneaking into a Dallas test kitchen (don’t ask), I’m a believer.
- What’s in it: Gochujang-marinated steak (sweet, smoky, and just spicy enough), sesame rice, tangy kimchi slaw, and crispy garlic chips.
- Why it works: The kimchi slaw cuts through the richness of the steak like a knife.
Pro tip: Order it as a salad bowl to keep the crunch intact. - Price: $10.50 (worth it if you’re bored of the same old burrito).
My take: This is Chipotle’s best new item since queso. Fight me.
2. Smoky Jackfruit Carnitas: Vegan Game-Changer
As a meat-eater, I didn’t expect to like this. But after three bites, I forgot it wasn’t pork.
- Texture: Shredded jackfruit slow-cooked in adobo sauce so tender, it falls apart like pulled pork.
- Hack: Pair it with black beans and extra fajita veggies. Skip the rice to avoid sogginess.
- Price: $9.00 (same as chicken, which feels like a win).
My take: Even carnivores will dig this. Vegans, you’ve earned this W.
3. Breakfast Burritos: Chipotle’s Risky Bet
After years of rumors, breakfast is finally here but only in Austin, Denver, and Atlanta. I drove 4 hours to try it.
- Breakfast Sofritas Burrito: Fluffy eggs, soyrizo (spicier than you’d think), roasted potatoes, and avocado.
- The good: The soyrizo packs a punch. The bad: The potatoes taste like they’ve been microwaved.
- Price: $8.25 (cheaper than Starbucks, but bring your own hot sauce).
My take: Solid effort, but needs crispier potatoes. 7/10.
Limited-Time Offers: Don’t Miss These
Fall 2025: Hatch Chile Corn Chowder
Creamy, smoky, and loaded with roasted Hatch chiles. Pair it with a quesadilla for dipping trust me, it’s life-changing.
- Price: $4.50 (available Sept to Nov).
- Secret hack: Add a scoop to your burrito bowl for $1.50 extra.
Winter 2025: Pomegranate Guacamole
Chipotle’s classic guac gets a holiday twist with tart pomegranate seeds.
- Price: $3.50 (limited to 2 per order).
- Reality check: The seeds add color, not flavor. Stick to classic guac unless you’re Instagramming.
Why This Menu Matters (Spoiler: It’s Big)
- Global Flavors, No Passport Needed: The Korean and Mediterranean bowls prove Chipotle’s finally listening to foodies.
- Vegan Wins: The jackfruit carnitas is the first vegan protein since sofritas and it’s good.
- Breakfast Experiment: If this works, mornings will never be the same.
FAQs: Your Questions, My Blunt Answers
Q: When does the Chipotle Special Menu launch 2025 ?
A: Nationwide on January 6, 2025. Mark your calendar the Korean bowl alone is worth setting an alarm for.
Q: Are the breakfast burritos vegan?
A: The Sofritas Burrito has eggs, so it’s vegetarian. Vegans: Stick to the jackfruit carnitas.
Q: Will prices rise for classic items?
A: Steak now costs 9.50 (up from 9.25). Guac remains $3.50. Priorities, people.
Q: Is the Thai Coconut Tofu Bowl spicy?
A: Mild heat. Add chipotle Tabasco (free at every location) if you like it hot.
Final Take: Should You Care?
If you’re a Chipotle regular, absolutely. The Korean BBQ bowl and jackfruit carnitas are legit upgrades. If you’re a casual visitor? Stick to your usual the new stuff isn’t that revolutionary.
Pro Tip: Follow Chipotle’s Instagram. They drop LTOs without warning, and the hatch chile chowder sells out fast.