Chipotle Del Monte is a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its customizable menu featuring burritos, bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads. The company is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Using only 53 real ingredients, the company’s "Food with Integrity" principles prioritize sourcing ingredients from farms that adhere to humane and sustainable practices. Chipotle team members use classic culinary techniques and serve handcrafted entrées in abundance at an extraordinary value. To get exclusive offers and earn free food, sign up for Chipotle Rewards.
Customers frequently reported issues with food freshness, including undercooked rice, stale ingredients, and small portion sizes.
Service Issues
Many reviews highlighted poor customer service, including rude staff, incorrect orders, and slow service.
Cleanliness
The restaurant was often described as dirty, with unclean tables and restrooms, contributing to a negative dining experience.
Ingredient Availability
Numerous customers noted that the location frequently ran out of key ingredients, impacting their ability to order desired meals.
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Ariel Alden
2 days ago
2.0
We come to this chipotle everytime we come to Monterey. It’s never been the cleanest or had the best service, but we still love supporting because it’s one of our favorites. However this time 1/9/26 it was unbearable. We walked in around 7:45ishpm, the trash cans were stacked and overfilling with trash. The tops of the trashcan area had trash and leftover drinks. Every table had food pieces left on it, chairs at other tables, the tables along the window behind drink station to the right had bags of trash and food. We had to clean off the table ourselves as well as the other two men that were also in there. After we ordered and I sat down I went back up to get a cup water. The worker was leaned back against the counter on his phone. I stood there for about a minute and a half before he noticed me, then quickly asked me what I needed and then went back to his phone. As we were sitting there, one of the workers turned on their speaker and began blasting music. As we were trying to eat with our child. The whole atmosphere was unprofessional. I’m a die hard Chipotle fan. Where I live we get it weekly, however this establishment missed the mark for me, unfortunately it was not a good experience. I wish I would have taken pictures for evidence .
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Kevin Costa
2 days ago
1.0
Dirtiest chipotle I have ever been too . Trash cans were overflowing, not a single clean table . I had to wipe my own table off . As we’re eating the workers in the back started blasting music over the music they have playing on the speakers . Went back up for a water cup and was ignored while they stood there on their phone
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Adi G
Jan 4, 2026
5.0
Chipotle Mexican Grill offers fresh, customizable meals with generous portions. The bowls and burritos are flavorful and filling. Quick service makes it a reliable option for a fast, satisfying meal.
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Melissa Kiehl
Jan 3, 2026
1.0
When we entered this Chipotle location, there was no line to order, but there was a woman waiting to order who informed us there was no rice and that she was told it would be ready in 10-15 minutes, and she had been waiting 4 minutes. Despite the fact that almost every table was dirty, we sat at a table and decided to wait. After 10 more minutes, she was still waiting and we had watched several to-go orders prepared with rice. So, we went to the counter to ask if it was ready. The boy behind the counter stated it would be another 10 minutes. We asked if they could make the orders with the rice from the to-go area and a manager came out to say the rice could not be moved and that we would be waiting another 30 minutes for rice. We asked why they hadn't been honest about the wait earlier and why they couldn't accommodate us, and the manager disappeared and never reappeared, essentially leaving a group of teenagers to handle the situation. The manager could have done a number of things - suggested we place "to go" orders so they could prepare our meals, suggested that there was another Chipotle a mile away (we were tourists and so was the other family), or been honest about how long it would take to prepare the food. When we pointed this out, a teen girl said that our attitudes were making the situation worse. What a complete failure of leadership and a total lack of customer service. You are essentially a "fast food" restaurant that should always have ingredients ready - particularly 3 hours before closing. The lack of cleanliness, customer service, and ingredients demonstrated a complete failure of leadership.
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B0D3GaPrinc3
Dec 14, 2025
5.0
Per usual a good spot, I love their super spicy green Tabasco sauce, complements the food here really well. Too bad this time I found some plastic in my food, and it wasn’t the micro kind either. It was a big piece of plastic, but the staff was super cool, refunded me. Still good food!
Frequently Asked Questions About Chipotle Mexican Grill
What are the operating hours of Chipotle Mexican Grill at 500 Del Monte Center, Monterey?
Chipotle Mexican Grill at 500 Del Monte Center, Monterey, is open daily from 10:45 AM to 10:00 PM.
Does Chipotle Mexican Grill offer pickup and delivery services?
Yes, Chipotle Mexican Grill offers both in-store pickup and delivery services for your convenience.
Where can I order online from Chipotle Mexican Grill Del Monte location?
You can order online from Chipotle Mexican Grill at https://order.chipotle.com/ for quick and easy service.
What types of food does Chipotle Mexican Grill serve at the Del Monte Center?
Chipotle offers customizable Mexican cuisine including burritos, bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads made with responsibly sourced, wholesome ingredients.
How does Chipotle Mexican Grill ensure food quality and sustainability?
Chipotle prioritizes using 53 real ingredients from farms that follow humane and sustainable practices, and their menu contains no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.
Is Chipotle Mexican Grill Del Monte location LGBTQ+ friendly?
Yes, Chipotle Mexican Grill welcomes LGBTQ+ customers and promotes an inclusive environment.
Can I use credit cards and gift cards at Chipotle Mexican Grill in Monterey?
Yes, this Chipotle location accepts credit cards as well as gift cards for payment.
What nearby places can I visit before or after dining at Chipotle Mexican Grill at Del Monte Center?
Nearby you can visit the Del Monte Regional Movie Theater for films, shop at Sunglass Hut or Bath & Body Works, or grab coffee at Starbucks.
How can I find Chipotle Mexican Grill inside the Del Monte Shopping Center?
Chipotle is located within the Del Monte Shopping Center at 500 Del Monte Center, Monterey, making it easy to combine your meal with shopping or other activities in the plaza.
Are there other food options near Chipotle Mexican Grill in Del Monte Center?
Yes, you can find a variety of other dining options nearby such as Pizza My Heart for pizza, Poke House for Hawaiian cuisine, and Chinese Gourmet Express for Chinese food.