Marcus Reid
Co-Founder & CEOFormer chef turned entrepreneur, Marcus built Chopt on the belief that fast food should never compromise on flavor or integrity.
Since 2012
Serving Fresh Flavors
How It Started
A Kitchen, A Dream, A Community
Chopt started as a small corner kitchen in Brooklyn in 2012. Our founders — two food-obsessed friends with a shared belief that fast food could be both bold and nutritious — set out to change the way people eat on the go.
The concept was simple: take the finest seasonal produce, pair it with globally inspired dressings and toppings, and hand-craft every bowl to order. No shortcuts, no frozen shortcuts — just real, honest food made the right way.
What began as a single Brooklyn location quickly grew into a beloved chopt restaurant brand across the United States, earning a loyal following for its commitment to quality, transparency, and flavor-forward cooking.
Farm-to-Bowl
Seasonal ingredients sourced from trusted local farms.
Made with Love
Every item hand-crafted fresh to each order.
Global Flavors
Inspired by cuisines from around the world.
Eco-Conscious
Sustainable packaging and responsible sourcing.
12+
Years in Business
40+
Locations Nationwide
2M+
Bowls Served
98%
Customer Satisfaction
What We Stand For
Our Mission & Core Values
Everything we do at Chopt is guided by a simple mission: to make genuinely good food accessible, exciting, and honest.
Real Ingredients
We never compromise on quality. Every ingredient is hand-selected, fresh, and traceable from source to bowl.
Community First
We invest in our neighborhoods, support local farmers, and create spaces where everyone feels welcome.
Sustainability
From compostable packaging to zero-waste kitchens, we take our responsibility to the planet seriously.
Bold Innovation
We constantly experiment, explore, and evolve our menu to surprise and delight every visit.
Our Journey
From Brooklyn to Everywhere
A decade of growth, flavor, and community — here's how Chopt became the chopt restaurant people love.
2012
The First Bowl
Chopt opens its first location at 1 Boerum Pl, Brooklyn. Lines form around the block on opening day as guests discover a new way to eat boldly and well.
2014
Manhattan Expansion
We brought Chopt to three Manhattan neighborhoods, proving that our farm-to-bowl philosophy resonated far beyond Brooklyn. The brand's identity solidified around freshness and speed.
2016
Going Digital
Launched our first mobile app, making it easier than ever to customize and order. Online orders accounted for 30% of all sales within the first six months of launch.
2018
Nationwide Delivery
Partnered with leading delivery platforms to bring Chopt to homes and offices nationwide. Our delivery packaging was redesigned to maintain freshness over distance.
2021
Zero-Waste Initiative
Rolled out our full sustainability program: 100% compostable packaging, food waste partnerships, and a carbon offset program across all US locations.
2024
40 Locations & Growing
Chopt now operates over 40 locations across the United States, with franchise opportunities open nationwide and 2 million bowls served — and counting.
The People Behind It
Meet the Chopt Team
Our talented team of food lovers, thinkers, and creators are the heart of everything Chopt does every single day.
Priya Nair
Co-Founder & Creative DirectorPriya brings global culinary inspiration to every menu. Her passion for bold, unexpected pairings defines the Chopt experience.
Daniel Torres
Head ChefWith 15 years in Michelin-starred kitchens, Daniel ensures every Chopt recipe meets the highest standards of taste and craft.
Sofia Chen
Head of SustainabilitySofia leads our eco-initiatives, building partnerships with local farms and driving our zero-waste mission across every Chopt location.
Fresh Every Day
Taste the Chopt Difference
Join millions of food lovers across the United States who trust Chopt for bold, fresh, real food — made their way, every time.