Qdoba Halts Jalapeño Service Amid Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Mexican Produce
Following Chipotle's decision to remove jalapeños from its menu due to salmonella concerns, Qdoba has also stopped serving the peppers at its U.S. locations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has linked a salmonella outbreak to jalapeños produced…
Indianapolis, IN, August 6, 2026 —
Qdoba, a fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain, has stopped serving jalapeños at its U.S. locations in response to a widespread salmonella outbreak. This move by Qdoba follows a similar decision made by Chipotle, another prominent Mexican-inspired food establishment.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified jalapeños produced in Sinaloa, Mexico, as the likely source of the salmonella outbreak. The CDC reports that the outbreak has impacted 345 individuals across 27 states.
The decision by both restaurant chains to temporarily remove jalapeños from their menus is a precautionary measure aimed at ensuring customer safety. The ongoing investigation by health authorities seeks to fully understand the scope and origin of the contamination.
Further details regarding the timeline for the potential return of jalapeños to Qdoba’s menu were not immediately available. The company has not provided specific information on when the peppers might be reintroduced, pending the outcome of health and safety assessments.
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