About Chiquito
Chiquito is a beloved British Tex-Mex restaurant chain established in 1989, known for bringing authentic Mexican-inspired flavours to UK diners through an extensive menu of tacos, burritos, fajitas, and cocktails. At its peak, the chain operated sixty-eight restaurants across the country, playing a significant role in popularising Mexican cuisine in Britain alongside chains like Wahaca. Beyond the restaurant experience, Chiquito has extended its brand into UK supermarkets through a strategic partnership with Iceland and The Food Warehouse. The standout collaboration features the Chiquito Vegan Burrito Bowl, developed with Swedish plant-based brand Oumph! and available exclusively at over 1,000 Iceland stores nationwide. The Chiquito Vegan Burrito Bowl (450g, £4.00) features Oumph! Salty & Smoky soya protein, designed to deliver the bold Tex-Mex flavours Chiquito is famous for in a convenient frozen format. Cooking straight from frozen, it's positioned as ideal for quick meals and on-the-go snacking. Iceland reports the product has out-performed initial sales forecasts with positive customer reviews both in-store and online. This retail venture allows Chiquito fans to enjoy restaurant-quality Mexican-inspired cuisine at home, bringing the vibrant flavours and festive atmosphere of the Chiquito dining experience to freezer aisles across the UK.
