The $20 Burrito Problem — What Eating Out Is Really Costing Your Budget in 2026
Key Takeaways Food away from home has risen 24.2% since 2022 — outpacing grocery inflation by nearly double A Chipotle chicken burrito cost $5.30 in 2006 and $10.95 in 2026 — a 107% increase vs 61% headline CPI over the same period The median burrito price across US restaurants in July 2026 was $13.67 — … Read more