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Chipotle Refund Policy

Last verified: 2026-03-24

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Summary

Chipotle offers refunds within Contact within 24 hours of receiving your order for best results; merchandise returns within 30 days of purchase. Processing time: Food refunds typically same day or next business day; merchandise refunds within 15 days of receiving the return; full processing up to 5–10 business days depending on bank. Refund methods include original payment method: same day or next business day for food orders and chipotle store credit: available as an alternative for food refunds. Refunds are granted on a case-by-case basis for incorrect, missing, or poor-quality food orders..

Refund Window

Contact within 24 hours of receiving your order for best results; merchandise returns within 30 days of purchase

Processing Time

Food refunds typically same day or next business day; merchandise refunds within 15 days of receiving the return; full processing up to 5–10 business days depending on bank

Refund Method

Original payment method: same day or next business day for food orders

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How to Get a Refund — Step by Step

  1. 1Open the Chipotle app or visit chipotle.com and navigate to the 'Help' or 'Contact Us' section.
  2. 2Select the order in question and report missing or wrong items directly through the app (real-time feedback provided).
  3. 3Alternatively, visit chipotle.com/contact-us: click 'Contact Support', then 'Tell us about it', then 'In Restaurant Order Issue or Experience'.
  4. 4Choose the option that relates to your experience, enter the restaurant location, date, time, and order number.
  5. 5Provide a detailed description of the problem and attach photos if applicable.
  6. 6For phone support, call 1-800-CHIPOTLE (1-800-244-7685) and explain your refund request.
  7. 7For merchandise returns, pack items in original packaging with the return slip, apply the included UPS shipping label, and drop off at a UPS location.

When You Can Get a Refund

  • Refunds are granted on a case-by-case basis for incorrect, missing, or poor-quality food orders.
  • You should contact Chipotle within 24 hours of receiving your order for the best chance of a refund.
  • Chipotle may charge cancellation fees if the food has already been prepared.
  • Delivery orders placed through third-party apps (DoorDash, Uber Eats) must be disputed through the respective delivery service.
  • Merchandise must be returned unworn, unused, and unwashed in original packaging within 30 days.
  • Photo evidence of incorrect or poor-quality food significantly improves refund approval chances.

All Refund Methods

  • Original payment method: same day or next business day for food orders
  • Chipotle store credit: available as an alternative for food refunds
  • Merchandise refunds: processed within 15 days after the returned package arrives at Chipotle's facility
  • Chargeback refunds: 3–5 business days through your bank

Partial Refunds

  • If only some items in an order were incorrect or missing, Chipotle may refund the value of those specific items rather than the full order.
  • Delivery fees and tips are typically not refunded for food quality issues unless the entire order is being refunded.
  • Cancellation fees may apply if you cancel after food has been prepared.
  • Promotional discounts applied to the original order may reduce the refund amount proportionally.

Dispute Process

  • Use the Chipotle app's built-in reporting feature for the fastest resolution on order issues.
  • Contact Chipotle customer service via the website contact form or by calling 1-800-CHIPOTLE.
  • For faster responses, many customers report success by tweeting @ChipotleTweets or messaging Chipotle on Facebook.
  • Delivery order disputes must be handled through the third-party delivery app (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub).
  • If Chipotle does not resolve the issue, file a chargeback with your credit card company.

Additional Notes

  • Chipotle does not publish a formal universal refund policy — refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis.
  • The app has a built-in feature to report missing or wrong items with real-time feedback, which is often the fastest way to get a refund.
  • Always keep your order confirmation and receipt for documentation when requesting a refund.
  • Chipotle Rewards members may receive credits or bonus points as goodwill gestures for order issues.
  • For catering orders, contact the catering support team separately — standard refund processes may not apply.
  • Chipotle Goods (merchandise) has a separate return process from food orders, with its own return portal and UPS shipping labels.

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