Chipotle a beacon of light on fast-food highway

Chicken with a bunch of add-ons (Rochester Voice photo)

NORTH CONWAY - Chipotle is fast becoming one of the elites of fast food, and after a meal produced at their North Conway restaurant, we can see why.

They have a myriad of combinations of offerings that all include freshly prepared proteins and sides.

We chose chicken with the following sides all piled high on top that ended up weighing around a pound inside their to-go container: white rice, brown rice, pinto beans, corn salsa, sour cream, cheese, guac, with vinaigrette dressing.

Being my first encounter with the Chipotle brand, I was keenly aware as I took my first bite of the offering, and found it wonderfully delicious, satisfying and a one-of-a-kind taste sensation.

All of the ingredients are keenly a notch above typical fast-food fare.

The orders are all prepared before your eyes, kind of like a Subway, only a cut above.

After I wolfed it down, I had a sensation that this was a little rich for my blood, but very savory and satisfying.

I will perhaps adjust my order accordingly, but I found Chipotle definitely worth further experimentation.

The cost was $17 plus tax, a little steep for a fast food meal, but it fed two of us easily.

The closest Chipotle is in Dover at 826 Central Ave.

Food ★★★★

Service ★★★