On May 5, 2026, Chipotle Mexican Grill will celebrate Cinco de Mayo by offering free chips and sides with any entrée purchase at its new location in New Bedford, Massachusetts. This promotion highlights the restaurant’s commitment to using real ingredients.
Key details of the promotion:
- Customers can enjoy free Chips and Guacamole or Chips and Queso Blanco when they use code CINCO26.
- The New Bedford location opened on April 29, 2026, featuring a drive-thru pick-up lane called Chipotlane.
- Chipotle’s guacamole is made from six real ingredients, including Hass avocados and jalapeño.
Stephanie Perdue, Chipotle’s Interim Chief Marketing Officer, shared, “Cinco de Mayo is all about coming together over food, and chips and sides are where the celebration begins.” This sentiment resonates deeply within the community as families gather to enjoy festive meals.
Despite the celebratory atmosphere, Chipotle reported a first-quarter net income of $302.8 million for 2026, which is a decrease from $386.6 million in the same period last year. However, their revenue of $3.09 billion exceeded expectations of $3.07 billion.
Additional insights:
- Chipotle’s same-store sales grew by 0.5% in the first quarter of 2026.
- The New Bedford location is hiring for approximately 30 positions.
- Chipotle currently operates over 4,000 restaurants as of December 31, 2025.
In addition to enjoying free chips on Cinco de Mayo, Chipotle Rewards members can earn a digital achievement badge for purchases made using the promotional code. As the community embraces this festive occasion, many look forward to trying out the new location’s offerings while enjoying the benefits of their loyalty program.
