Chipotle Opens New Restaurant in Melbourne

The new location will feature a drive-thru pickup lane and be the ninth Chipotle in Brevard County.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:52pm

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A photorealistic studio still life featuring a stack of fresh tortillas, a bowl of guacamole, and a bottle of hot sauce arranged elegantly on a clean, white background, conceptually representing the premium quality of Chipotle's ingredients.Chipotle's focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients is on full display in this minimalist studio still life.Titusville Today

Chipotle Mexican Grill is expanding its presence in Brevard County with the opening of a new restaurant in Melbourne on April 14, 2026. The new location at 4521 Andromeda Road will be open daily from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature a drive-thru pickup lane, making it the ninth Chipotle in the Space Coast area.

Why it matters

Chipotle's continued growth in Brevard County reflects the increasing demand for its customizable Mexican-inspired meals in the region. The addition of a drive-thru option at the new Melbourne location also caters to the evolving preferences of local consumers who value convenience.

The details

The new Chipotle restaurant in Melbourne will offer the brand's signature menu items, including burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, and salads. Customers can customize their meals by choosing a base, protein, beans, vegetables, salsas, cheese, and other toppings. The new location will be the ninth Chipotle in Brevard County, joining existing restaurants in Melbourne, Viera, West Melbourne, Palm Bay, Merritt Island, Titusville, and Indian Harbour Beach.

  • The new Chipotle restaurant will open on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • The restaurant will be open daily from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The players

Chipotle Mexican Grill

A popular fast-casual restaurant chain that specializes in customizable Mexican-inspired meals, including burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, and salads.

Amber Olesen

The food and dining reporter for FLORIDA TODAY, who reported on the opening of the new Chipotle restaurant in Melbourne.

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The takeaway

Chipotle's continued expansion in Brevard County demonstrates the growing demand for its unique brand of customizable Mexican-inspired cuisine, as well as the company's ability to adapt to consumer preferences by offering convenient options like drive-thru service.