Our Story

About Chopt Restaurant

We're more than a chopt restaurant — we're a movement toward real, vibrant food that energizes your day. Born in New York, crafted for food lovers everywhere.

10+ Years of Fresh

200K+ Bowls Served

50+ Menu Items

4.9 Avg. Rating

Chopt restaurant kitchen team preparing fresh ingredients

Est. 2014 New York, NY

Our Origins

The Chopt Story

Chopt was born from a simple but powerful idea: that fast food doesn't have to mean bad food. In 2014, our founders stepped into a tiny kitchen on Varick Street in New York with nothing but a sharp knife, a cutting board, and an obsession with fresh ingredients.

"We wanted to create the kind of meal that makes you feel good the moment it hits your plate — bold flavors, honest ingredients, and a chopt restaurant experience that leaves you energized, not weighed down."

From those humble beginnings, Chopt grew into one of New York's most beloved fast-casual destinations. Our signature chopped approach to salads and bowls has turned everyday lunch into a culinary adventure — one that keeps guests coming back, bowl after bold bowl.

Locally sourced, seasonal produce every single day
House-made dressings and bold global flavors
A community-first approach to dining in New York
Sustainable packaging and zero food-waste commitment

What We Stand For

Our Mission & Purpose

Every bowl we craft carries a promise — to nourish, delight, and inspire. Here's what drives every decision we make at Chopt.

Fresh First

We source the freshest seasonal ingredients daily. No compromise, no shortcuts — just real food that tastes the way nature intended.

Bold Flavors

Inspired by global cuisines and local culture, we craft dressings, proteins, and toppings that surprise, delight, and keep you craving more.

Community Love

We're woven into the fabric of New York. From local farmers to neighborhood schools, giving back is as natural as breathing for us.

Planet Positive

From compostable packaging to food-waste reduction programs, we take our responsibility to the earth as seriously as we take our cooking.

How We Got Here

Our Journey Through Time

From a single location to a New York institution — here are the milestones that shaped the chopt restaurant you know and love today.

2014

The First Chop

Chopt opens its first location at 200 Varick St, New York. A tiny team with a big vision: make a chopt restaurant that changes how New Yorkers eat on the go.

2016

Menu Expansion & Press Love

We doubled our menu, launched five signature house dressings, and received our first major press feature in New York Magazine — putting Chopt on the city's food map.

2018

Going Green — For Real

Chopt launched its sustainability initiative: 100% compostable packaging, a farm-to-table sourcing network, and a food-rescue partnership with local shelters.

2020

Community in Crisis

During the pandemic, Chopt donated over 10,000 meals to NYC frontline workers and pivoted to contactless ordering — keeping our community nourished when it mattered most.

2022

Digital & Catering Launch

We launched our full online ordering platform and expanded into catering — bringing Chopt's bold flavors to corporate events, private parties, and beyond.

2024

A Decade of Freshness

Celebrating 10 years, 200,000+ bowls served, and a community of passionate food lovers who make every chop worth it. The journey is only getting started.

The People Behind Every Bowl

Meet Our Team

Passionate, creative, and obsessed with flavor — our team brings dedication to every station, every plate, every single day.

Marcus Rivera

Founder & Executive Chef

The visionary behind every Chopt bowl. Marcus brings 15 years of culinary expertise and an unrelenting passion for fresh, bold ingredients.

Sophia Chen

Head of Operations

Sophia ensures every Chopt location runs like clockwork. Her logistics expertise keeps fresh ingredients flowing and guests smiling from open to close.

Jordan Osei

Head Chef & Menu Dev

Jordan is the creative force behind Chopt's ever-evolving menu. Trained in global cuisines, he turns seasonal produce into extraordinary, crowd-pleasing bowls.

Amara Williams

Community & Sustainability

Amara leads Chopt's green initiatives and community partnerships. Her work connects us to local farms, food banks, and the neighborhoods we call home.

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How We Work

Our Core Values

These aren't words on a wall — they're the living principles that shape every interaction, every recipe, and every decision at Chopt.

Radical Freshness

We believe in ingredients so fresh you can taste the difference. No frozen shortcuts, no artificial additives — ever.

Fearless Creativity

Great food comes from curiosity. We experiment, iterate, and push flavor boundaries to keep every menu visit exciting.

Genuine Hospitality

Every guest is family. We go beyond service — we build relationships, remember names, and make sure you leave happier than you arrived.

Uncompromising Quality

Standards are not optional. From prep to plating, every detail must meet our exacting quality benchmark — or it doesn't leave the kitchen.

Sustainable Future

We treat the planet like a guest — with respect and care. Every decision considers environmental impact, from sourcing to packaging.

Team Empowerment

Our people are our greatest ingredient. We invest in training, growth, and well-being — because a thriving team creates extraordinary food.

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Experience the Chopt Difference

From our kitchen to your bowl — every ingredient tells a story. Come taste what passion, freshness, and craft truly mean.

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