Chick-fil-A Opens New Location in Bradenton Amid Nationwide Expansion Surge
BRADENTON, FL — May 2025 | A brand-new Chick-fil-A officially opened its doors in Bradenton this May, bringing with it the chain’s trademark Southern hospitality, lightning-fast drive-thru, and chicken sandwiches that have become a national craving.
Located in a high-traffic corridor near SR-64 and I-75, the new Bradenton location is already making waves—welcoming hundreds of cars through its dual-lane drive-thru and receiving glowing local reviews for service and efficiency.
The opening isn’t just another restaurant launch—it’s part of a strategic expansion wave that highlights Chick-fil-A’s unstoppable momentum. While many fast-food giants battle for relevance, Chick-fil-A has quietly (and now loudly) built one of the most efficient, high-revenue restaurant models in America.
The Bigger Picture: A Decade of Unmatched Growth
Since 2015, Chick-fil-A has grown from a regional Southern favorite to a $21 billion national brand, with more than 3,200 U.S. locations and counting. It consistently ranks #1 in customer satisfaction, despite remaining closed every Sunday—a rarity in the fast-food world.
- 2024 Systemwide Sales: $21B+
- Average Unit Volume: ~$8.7 million per store — the highest in the industry
- Total Locations (U.S.): Over 3,200
- Days Closed Each Week: 1 (yet still outperforms 7-day rivals)
The Bradenton store reflects Chick-fil-A’s focused approach to expansion: fewer, higher-performing locations with a local feel. Each restaurant is operated by a hand-selected franchisee who manages day-to-day operations and builds real relationships in the community.
Community-Driven, Tech-Savvy
At the core of Chick-fil-A’s success is an experience-first mentality. Guests rave about polite team members, clean dining areas, and the app-based ordering that reduces wait times dramatically. It’s not uncommon for drive-thru lines to wrap around the block—but still move faster than shorter lines at other restaurants.
The Bradenton location features:
- Dual-lane drive-thru with mobile order lanes
- Indoor and outdoor dining
- Chick-fil-A One app pickup
- Family-friendly design and service culture
And like all Chick-fil-A locations, this new restaurant gives back. With every opening, local nonprofits are supported, scholarships are granted to team members, and the franchise operator is deeply invested in making a difference in the surrounding neighborhood.
The Future of Chicken (and Fast Food)
As Chick-fil-A looks ahead, it’s exploring international markets, tech-enhanced kitchen models, and sustainability efforts that aim to keep operations as clean and efficient as the brand itself. This includes:
- Compact urban formats
- Drive-thru-only concepts
- AI-enhanced service logistics
- Eco-conscious packaging
- New global openings in the UK and Asia under review
Yet, even with all this innovation, the real power lies in consistency and care—the very attributes that Bradenton locals are experiencing firsthand with this new location.
A Symbol of Success In Any Environment
Whether you’re a Bradenton native or new to town, this Chick-fil-A represents more than just great chicken—it’s a symbol of how a well-run business rooted in values can succeed in any environment.
So next time you’re driving down SR-64, keep an eye out for those friendly faces and red polo shirts—because chances are, your food will be hot, your experience will be pleasant, and the line will move faster than you’d expect.
