Major Mexican Food Chain Opening New Restaurant in Central New York

No, it wasn't an April Fool's prank!

With all the restaurant and business closures rattling the Mohawk Valley, it's about time we had some good news to share.

One of Central New York's larger cities is getting a brand new chain restaurant that's known for its generous servings.

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Just days after Denny's confirmed it is pulling out of the Copper City, Chipotle Mexican Grill is ringing the bell and announcing it's time for Rome's restaurant scene to make room for them.

The famed Mexican chain confirmed it is expanding its footprint in Central New York with a second location in Oneida County. The company has a establishments already in New Hartford, Fayetteville, Syracuse, and Cicero.

The restaurant is slated to open sometime this year in Rome, meaning fans of their oversized burritos or their burrito bowls won't have to wait too much longer to have another place to get their fix.

While an exact opening date is unknown, it's believed that the doors will open sometime in the fall.

As for where in Rome the new Chipotle will go, the Rome Sentinel shared reports that it'll open " between Burger King and Starbucks in the Mohawk Acres Plaza on Black River Boulevard."

At this time, details are limited and officials are not privy to reveal all their cards just yet. This report will be updated once more information is released.

Currently, Chipotle operates 3,665 locations across the United States. Currently, the brand has 225 establishments across New York State.

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