Coming to Ellicott City: Chipotle Mexican Grill

There are about 1,000 Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurants worldwide.

In Columbia, there are two.

In Ellicott City: none.

That is about to change, however. By the end of this year, according to Cheryl Heidorn, design manager for the company, a new restaurant will be opening at the northwest corner of St. John’s Lane and Baltimore National Pike.

Just across the street from Qdoba.

The company has gained approval from the design advisory board, and is scheduled for a March 19 public hearing in front of the hearing examiner regarding parking and a setback variance.

So what do you think? Are you one of those Chipotle addicts? Does Ellicott City need another chain restaurant?

Let us know in the comments or simply click “yes” or “no” in the poll.