A popular fast-casual restaurant chain that specializes in Mexican-inspired cuisine is expected to open in Galesburg this winter.
Annie Gradinger, communications specialist for Chipotle Mexican Grill, tells WGIL, “We are happy to confirm that we are currently scheduled to open a new location in Galesburg this winter.”
Gradinger could not confirm an exact date of Chipotle’s Galesburg debut.
WGIL reported in March that Chipotle Mexican Grill would join Jersey Mike’s and T-Mobile and Goodwill as the tenants in the currently under construction retail complex at 2200 N. Henderson St., site of the former Sirloin Stockade buffet restaurant.
Construction is progressing at the site, with walls on the south end of the project going up this week.
Adam Bell, vice president with Core Acquisitions, previously told WGIL “the goal is to have everybody open by the end of the year.”
Chipotle will occupy the south end-cap of the three-tenant building that will be located on the south edge of the development. Gradinger said the restaurant will include a drive-thru “Chipotlane” that allows customers to place their order through the Chipotle mobile app or website, then pick it up a window, all without having to leave their vehicle.
The restaurant will seat 42 people and an outdoor patio seating area also will be available to Chipotle customers.
Jersey Mike’s Subs, a New Jersey-based fast food chain, will occupy the center section of the three-tenant building. With over 2,500 locations nationwide, Jersey Mike’s Subs is known for its grilled subs featuring meats and cheeses on freshly baked bread.
The north end-cap will be occupied by T-Mobile, a telecommunications communications company that provides wireless voice, messaging and data services.
Galesburg Goodwill will be the largest retailer at Galesburg Commons and will occupy a stand-alone 15,000 square foot building on the north end of the development.