2024 fast-casual chains Cava and Chipotle have both outperformed the S&P 500, with 98% and 25% stock growth, respectively.

2024 fast-casual chains Cava and Chipotle have both outperformed the S&P 500, with 98% and 25% stock growth respectively. While Chipotle is larger, with $2.7bn revenue vs. Cava's $256.3m, both have strong unit economics. The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team views Chipotle as a more reliable investment opportunity due to its market position, financial results and best-in-class brand.