Chipotle Mexican Grill
“I avoid this place when there is an event at Prudential Center; I don't understand why people are surprised when the service is poor during the time of an event!”
“I typically go for the chicken burrito bowl with all the fixin's.
Warning: the line gets VERY long during lunch time – you are in the downtown district after all.”
“To prevent any tension I just ask for extra meat (which is an extra $2.15), but it's worth it.”
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
8 reviews
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I was so happy to see Chipotle opening up in Newark. But what the fudge! I am a big fan of Chipotle but this place disappoint in terms of quality. I ordered steak burrito two different occasions, and both time, the steak was chewy and lack flavor. I don't mind the lack of flavor but the steak should never be chewy. The chicken also lack some flavor. Both times I came here after 7pm, so that might play a factor as to why the meat is not up to par. Unlike some restaurants in the downtown area, this place is open late. And the prices are fair. But unfortunately I have to be desperate to get Chipotle here. I don't like being disappointed by Chipotle. This place needs to get it together.
This is a clean chipotle, service is good, I've been here and the line was down the block and I've been here and didn't have to wait. Best bet is to order online during the weekday lunch rush.
This Chipotle isn't any different from any other one. Reviews I see are suggesting that the food quality is this or that. To me it's Chipotle if your ever been to one this one is no different and I myself love it. I always get double steak bowl and it's consistent with every other Chipotle I've been too. The young staff may be inexperienced but they do their best and aren't rude. Everytime I have a taste for Chipotle which is at least once a week it's comforting to know I have one in walking distance that I can rely on.
Part of me is happy to see these new spots open in Newark while the rest is conflicted about the effects of gentrification on long time residents. But that's another issue. This chipotle was pretty busy when I got there on a Monday around 7 pm. There were some issues compared to the many other Chipotle locations I've been to. Overcooked/dry brown rice, overseasoned chicken, odd ratio of ingredients in my burrito bowl. Definitely a good option for dinner as most places nearby (aside from Dinosaur BBQ and some others) close early. I'm sure they'll work out the issues as they are open longer. I did like the design of the interior which was different from any other Chipotle I've been to. I imagine they get packed at lunch so maybe avoid those hours. You can usually find parking around here as long as there isn't a Devils game (you may have to look a little if you aren't lucky).
I'm very confused on why the recent reviews here are relatively low. Ive been to this Chipotle many of times and everytime I go the service is pleasant, they bang out even the longest lines, it's always super clean and the dine in area is spacious. The only complaint that I do have is they aren't necessary generous when it comes to portioning out the meat (I think it's a company policy thing). To prevent any tension I just ask for extra meat (which is an extra $2.15), but it's worth it.
Ah Chipotle. Yum. Part of Chipotle's appeal is the fact they try their best to be a sustainable company. The other part is the portions are so large, you can easily make two meals out of one order.
I typically go for the chicken burrito bowl with all the fixin's.
Warning: the line gets VERY long during lunch time – you are in the downtown district after all.
The staff can get a little confused when they are busy – I was charged twice for guacamole recently when I should have been charged once.
I also wish they offered outdoor seating during the summer.
However, those supposed "cons" would not deter me from being a regular at this location.
Great location for events at the Prudential Center. Very convenient for a quick meal and pretty cheap. The staff is very efficient and fast. There isn't a ton of seating, so it can get crowded before big events. The door also creates a draft in the winter, so sit further in.
I have been to countless Chipotles and this is probably the worst one.
First off, the portions here are a joke. I'm used to my burrito bowls being piled high with all the goodies. NOT at Newark. Its like they are trying to scrape together every last bit of food so that it'd last longer. Why you so stingy?
Also, I went in one time and they had run out of guac… CHIPOTLE WITH NO GUACAMOLE?! How is that even possible? I have never walked out of Chipotle without an order of guac 🙁
I will, however, note that the workers are friendly and very quick. The low rating has nothing to do with service. Management needs to step up their game!