Who Started Chipotle Mexican Grill?

On July 13, 1993

Mexican grill chain Chipotle opened its first restaurant.

The founder Steve Ells opened 16 restaurants in Colorado, US, and there are now over 500 locations.

This Day in History - July 13

1878

The Treaty of Berlin was signed, granting Serbia, Montenegro, and Romania independence from Turkey.

1772

British explorer Captain James Cook departed on his second voyage from Plymouth.

1837

Queen Victoria inherited Buckingham Palace from her uncle and moved in, becoming the first royal to live on the property.

1960

John F. Kennedy was nominated as a presidential candidate by the US Democrats.

1969

The USSR's Luna 15 robotic spacecraft was launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.

What Happened on Jul 13?

What Happened in 1993?