
Mesquite-Smoked Brisket at Chipotle Mexican Grill — launch date and LTO window
A limited-time meat option made with Responsibly Raised beef seasoned with smoked serrano and chipotle chili peppers, seared and mixed with a smoky sauce.

Key data
Chipotle Mexican Grill brought back the Mesquite-Smoked Brisket, announced October 27, 2026, available from November 5, 2026 through November 18, 2026. It is a returning in the other category, available nationwide. This record is backed by 2 sources and 2 independent outlets.
The facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Chain | Chipotle Mexican Grill |
| Launch type | Returning |
| Announced | October 27, 2026 |
| Available from | November 5, 2026 |
| Available until | November 18, 2026 |
| Price | Not stated |
| Markets | Nationwide |
| Channels | Not stated |
| Category | Other |
Sources
Every published launch carries at least one source with a quote from the original announcement.
- Trade mediaOctober 27, 2026
“Chipotle is bringing back its Mesquite-Smoked Brisket in the U.S. and Canada for a limited time beginning Nov. 5.”
nrn.com ↗ - Consumer mediaOctober 27, 2026
“Chipotle has just announced that its Mesquite-Smoked Brisket is back for another year, arriving right in the middle of football season.”
sporked.com ↗
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