St Albans: Chipotle submit Chequer Street planning application

The application would see a new restaurant located on the former Benito's Hat site, at 24-26 Chequer Street.

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Benito's Hat opened in December 2018, but has since closed, with the location sitting empty ever since.

The new planning application details floor plans for the Chipotle restaurant, and the inclusion of a red Chipotle sign at the front of the venue.

Floor plans of the proposed restaurant have been submitted.. (Image: Harrison / Chipotle)

When approached for comment, a spokesperson for Chipotle Mexican Grill said: "We do not currently have a location planned in St Albans, but Chipotle is always exploring opportunities to bring our real food to more great communities."

The proposed sign for the restaurant. (Image: Harper Signs / Chipotle)

However, the spokesperson later added: "We are exploring opportunities to bring our real food to St Albans."