Ground-Up Restaurant Construction in Minnesota: Strack Opens Two New Chipotle Locations

As a trusted leader in ground-up restaurant construction in Minnesota, Strack Construction is proud to celebrate the opening of two brand-new Chipotle locations in Winona and Lexington, Minnesota. Both restaurants officially opened this week and represent another milestone in Chipotle’s continued growth across the state.

These projects highlight Strack Construction’s experience delivering efficient, high-quality restaurant builds that support nationally recognized brands and growing communities.

Built from the Ground Up

Ground-up restaurant projects require detailed coordination from the earliest phases of development through final completion. Site preparation, utilities, scheduling, and trade coordination all play important roles in keeping projects moving efficiently.

For both the Winona and Lexington locations, Strack Construction worked closely with project partners to maintain momentum and deliver spaces ready for opening day.

Additionally, each site was designed to support long-term operational efficiency while maintaining Chipotle’s recognizable brand standards.

Featuring the Popular Chipotlane Experience

Both new restaurants include Chipotle’s increasingly popular Chipotlane feature. This digital-order pickup lane allows customers to place orders online and quickly retrieve meals without leaving their vehicles.

As customer demand for convenience continues growing, restaurants are evolving to support faster and more streamlined service models. Because of this, construction planning must account for traffic flow, accessibility, and operational efficiency from the start.

The Chipotlane design creates a smoother customer experience while supporting higher order volume and improved functionality for restaurant staff.

Supporting Growth Across Minnesota

Chipotle continues expanding throughout Minnesota, bringing new dining options to communities across the region. Projects like these contribute to local economic growth while adding modern restaurant spaces designed for today’s consumers.

Strack Construction takes pride in helping national brands successfully enter and grow within local markets. From site development to final finishes, the team focuses on delivering reliable construction solutions that align with each client’s goals.

Because restaurant schedules often move quickly, strong communication and organization remain essential throughout every phase of construction.

Building Long-Term Brand Partnerships

At Strack Construction, successful projects are built on strong relationships and consistent execution. Repeat partnerships with growing brands demonstrate the trust clients place in the team’s ability to deliver dependable results.

As an experienced provider of ground-up restaurant construction in Minnesota, Strack Construction prioritizes:

  • Reliable scheduling
  • Clear communication
  • Efficient project coordination
  • Consistent quality across locations

These principles help support continued franchise growth while ensuring projects stay on track.

Celebrating Another Successful Opening

The opening of these two Chipotle locations marks another exciting achievement for everyone involved. Strack Construction congratulates the project teams, ownership groups, and trade partners who helped bring these restaurants to life.

We’re proud to continue supporting projects that strengthen communities, create jobs, and deliver high-quality dining experiences throughout Minnesota.

Breaking New Ground in Grand Forks!


After a successful 2024 build for the “Dakota Spicy Cluckers” in Fargo, Strack Construction is thrilled to kick off our second Dave’s Hot Chicken project in North Dakota. This time, we’re bringing the heat to the newly renovated Southtowne Mall in Grand Forks with a 3,500-square-foot tenant improvement.

From early fly-in site investigations, including some assistance from a Project Manager in training, to meticulous sub-trade selection, our team has laid the groundwork to ensure our client receives accurate budgets, realistic schedules, and a smooth construction process.

We’re proud to maintain our strong relationship with this multi-unit operator. We have assembled a top-notch crew to get the job done and we continually add our acclaimed value to every project. With precision planning and collaboration at every step, we’re on track to have this project wrapped up by the end of October.

Here’s to another successful partnership and another spot for Grand Forks to experience the bold flavors of Dave’s Hot Chicken!