Chipotle Mexican Grill
“At the Menlo mall location, it's usually always busy at the expected times, but the line moves pretty quickly.”
“Best thing is that its inclosed in its own section so you get out of all the noise and chaos from the mall.”
“I'm sorry, Moes ( same with Qdoba and Pancheros!”
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
5 reviews
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My main gripe with Chipotle is the cost-to-food ratio. On the one hand I love that they stress how their meat comes from humanely raised animals – there's no doubt in my mind that I would pay extra for that. However, I almost always order the vegetarian salad which is lettuce, black beans and grilled veggies for $7. I do think a scoop of guacamole is included in the price so that's good since guacamole on the side runs $2 (what's up with the crazy cost of guacamole – I can get a whole avocado for $2).
I'm always a bit shell-shocked when it comes time to pay but the food is good. And the service here is usually pretty competent. I guess when it comes down to it I'd rather pay a little bit more here as opposed to taking my chances in the food court.
I like Chipotle. It's fine for what it is. But I just cannot fathom how all these years later Chipotle still manages to pack people in like they are giving away free money. Until this week, I had never eaten at the Menlo Park Mall Chipotle. Why? Because I just refuse to stand on a line that snakes all the way through the food court and out into the mall. And yet, no matter when I have ever come here, that's exactly the scene unfolding.
But this week was different. Instead of a line of 80 or so hungry, burrito-bowl-loving Chipotle fanatics waiting to order, it was more like 20. Even then, I would normally walk away, but Chipotle is one of the few places where you can actually get a decent Vegan meal.
I'm a big fan of their sofritas, which is essentially organic tofu, chilis, poblanos, and spices all braised together. They are correct in advertising that Vegans and carnivores alike should enjoy the stuff, since my dual personalities find me alternating between both classifications quite regularly. Whatever the case, it's good. Leave out the rice and beans and ask for extra onions and peppers and you can get out of here in decent caloric shape and still enjoy a flavorful, filling meal.
If you're lucky you can snag a seat in the back by the window, place your back to everyone else in the mall, and actually have a relaxing time away from all the chaos behind you.
This location is inside of menlo park mall. It has a large kitchen that is visible while you wait in line. The seating setup makes me feel like this location is more for taking out or taking your meal and eating in the food court which I saw a few people doing. Their is private entrance and also an entrance from the mall food court. The store is starting to show its age but the food was the freshest I've ever had at any location. Also on a Saturday around noon prime lunch time the line was super long and almost made me contemplate leaving. I'm glad I stayed as it moved super fast.
Just about your average Chipotle location.
I'd say they started skimping on how much food they put in the burritos and the link, my friends can easily finish these in a quick sitting.
If you get vegetarian the guac is free, otherwise it's extra. Lunch rush starts about 12:30 from all the local offices coming together, Friday's are by far the busiest.
I think by now most people know what to expect from a Chipolte, this one was good, long line when I stopped in but it moved fast and the layout is kind of cool as you really watch them cook the food more here. The staff was pretty efficient, it was kind of neat watching the chaos of the lunch rush. Food came out great.