Forsyth County Chipotle Chipotlane Opening January 27 on Ronald Reagan Blvd

A Chipotle restaurant with a Chipotlane will open Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, at 3115 Ronald Reagan Blvd, bringing the chain’s drive-thru pickup model to Forsyth County and expanding quick-service options along the City Center corridor.

The Chipotlane is designed for digital and to-go orders, with a dedicated drive-thru pickup lane that separates mobile and online order traffic from in-restaurant customers. That layout prioritizes speed for customers who order ahead through Chipotle’s app or third-party delivery platforms and reduces indoor crowding by routing pickup traffic directly to the drive-thru window. The new location at 3115 Ronald Reagan Blvd places the pickup lane and parking area within the busy City Center corridor, where access and congestion are recurring concerns for commuters and shoppers.

For Forsyth residents, the new location represents both convenience and a change in travel patterns. Drive-thru pickup is likely to attract commuters seeking a quick lunch or dinner on the way to or from work, potentially shifting some demand away from dine-in and local independent takeout restaurants. The Chipotlane’s emphasis on digital orders aligns with broader industry trends toward app-based ordering and contactless pickup, which have reshaped average ticket sizes and order frequency in quick-service restaurants nationally.

Local traffic planners and motorists should note the potential for increased short-term queuing on Ronald Reagan Blvd during peak lunch and dinner windows. The combination of a drive-thru lane and parking turnover for to-go customers can intensify curbside activity near intersections and shopping centers. Parking layout and ingress-egress at 3115 Ronald Reagan Blvd will be especially relevant for neighboring businesses and residents who use the City Center corridor during rush hours.

Economic effects for Forsyth County include additional sales tax revenue and new employment opportunities in restaurant operations, though exact job counts and fiscal impacts have not been released. The arrival of a Chipotlane reflects Chipotle’s regional expansion strategy and the chain’s focus on digital-first service models that complement growing takeout and delivery habits among local consumers.

The Jan. 27 opening will be the first chance for residents to experience Chipotle’s drive-thru pickup on Ronald Reagan Blvd. Forsyth drivers and shoppers should expect altered traffic flows near the City Center corridor and may want to factor a possible increase in short-term congestion into their travel plans during lunch and evening peaks.