September 26th 2024.
Great news for fast food lovers in the UK – Chick-fil-A has finally announced the locations of their first restaurants in the country! While there are already plenty of well-known chains like McDonald's, Burger King, and KFC, the arrival of this American institution promises to bring something new and exciting to the table.
In recent years, a number of other popular American businesses have expanded into the UK, offering their own unique twists on fast food. From fluffy biscuits at Popeyes to square burgers at Wendy's, and wacky chicken-shell tacos at Taco Bell, there's been no shortage of options for foodies to try out.
But the excitement doesn't stop there! We've also heard that Dave's Hot Chicken and Carl's Jr are planning to launch in the UK soon, along with the highly-anticipated arrival of Chick-fil-A. This chain, known for its famous Chicken Sandwich and delicious salads and nuggets, has confirmed that they will be investing $100 million into their UK expansion, with five new restaurants set to open in Belfast, Leeds, Liverpool, and London within the next two years.
What makes this expansion even more special is that these new restaurants will not only be licensed, but also locally owned. This means that not only will we get to enjoy Chick-fil-A's tasty menu, but we'll also be supporting our own communities.
For those unfamiliar with Chick-fil-A, it's worth noting that their chicken will be sourced from the UK and their eggs will be 100% free-range, raised on certified welfare farms. And if you're wondering why so many people in the US are raving about this chain, just check out their massive cult following on Reddit and X – with comments like "amazing", "unbelievable", "absolutely delicious", and "holy institution", it's no wonder people can't get enough of their food.
This actually isn't Chick-fil-A's first attempt at setting up shop in the UK. In 2019, they opened a restaurant in Reading's The Oracle shopping centre, but unfortunately had to close it after a six-month trial period due to backlash over donations made to anti-LGBT groups. However, fans are hopeful that this time around, the chain will bring its popular breakfast menu to the UK, featuring savory chicken-filled biscuits, hash brown scrambles, wraps, and muffins.
In addition to expanding their menu, Chick-fil-A has also announced that they will be donating £25,000 to local non-profit organizations in each area where they open a new restaurant. They will also be introducing their Chick-fil-A Shared Table program in the UK, which redirects surplus food from their restaurants to local soup kitchens, shelters, food banks, and non-profits in need. Last year alone, this program helped create over 7 million meals in the US and Canada, and we can't wait to see the positive impact it will have in the UK.
Anita Costello, Chief International Officer at Chick-fil-A, Inc., shared her excitement about the UK expansion, stating, "Serving communities is at the heart of everything we do, and we look forward to bringing Chick-fil-A's delicious food and signature hospitality to Belfast, Leeds, Liverpool, and London, and continuing our long-term investment in the UK. From job creation to supporting local causes, we are excited about the positive impact our first restaurants will have in the communities they serve."
So, are you ready for Chick-fil-A's arrival in the UK? Let us know in the comments! And if you have any interesting stories to share about your experiences with this chain, don't hesitate to get in touch with us – we'd love to hear from you.
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