Chicken Salad Chick Continues Rapid Growth Trajectory: Opens 300th Location

Nation’s Only Chicken Salad Franchise Securing 35 additional Restaurant Deals in Q1 2025

ATLANTA, Georgia – Outpacing its previous record-breaking year, Chicken Salad Chick continues to rapidly expand its presence across the United States. As franchise confidence continues to grow for the unique concept, multi-unit owners are taking note and continuing to invest in this one-of-a-kind offering. As a testament to the uniquely popular brand, it opened its 300^th location in late April.

Milestones in Q1:

Chicken Salad Chick has secured 35 additional deals in Q1, outpacing all previous quarters.
The brand is now serving its southern-style chicken salad in 300 restaurants in 21 States. It opened 12 locations in the first Quarter.
- Behind the 300^th opening – Allison Gibson & Cathy Brown: First-time franchisees who are fulfilling their dreams of owning a business together.
Chicken Salad Chick is currently prioritizing development in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and West Virginia.

“What sets Chicken Salad Chick apart isn’t just our food – it’s the culture and consistency we offer our franchisees.” said Mark Verges, Vice President of Franchise Development at Chicken Salad Chick. “We’re seeing more people step forward, ready to grow with a brand that feels both familiar and forward thinking.”

According to a ConsumerWise Survey while consumers are choosing to spend less on clothes and other items, food is still the priority expense. Amid changing consumer habits, Chicken Salad Chick has seen a positive increase in average ticket sales attributing the brand’s unique experience as a key reason why consumers continue choosing to dine at its restaurants.

Chicken Salad Chick continues to be recognized as a standout franchise system, being named one of QSR magazine’s Best Franchise Deals for the fourth consecutive year, as well as being named #3 in Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers. The brand was also highlighted in Franchise Times’ Top 400 Ranking at 177 for 2024.

In 2025 the team is capitalizing on momentum from 2024, aiming to break records with new deals across the United States. Franchise development has identified Pennsylvania, Ohio, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and West Virginia as target growth states with high economic potential. The brand continues to bring its gracious hospitality and fresh fare to new markets, seeing a 13% increase in unit count year-over-year. According to the 2024 FDD, in addition to this impressive growth, Chicken Salad Chick reported over $353 million in system wide sales, a 38% increase over 2021 and grew to record-setting AUV of $1.5 million.

To learn more about opportunities with Chicken Salad Chick visit http://www.chickensaladchick.com/franchising.

About Chicken Salad Chick

Chicken Salad Chick serves full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad made from scratch and served from the heart. With more than a dozen original chicken salad flavors as well as fresh side salads, gourmet soups, signature sandwiches and delicious desserts, Chicken Salad Chick’s robust menu is a perfect fit for any guest. Founded in Auburn, Alabama by Stacy and Kevin Brown, in 2008, Chicken Salad Chick has grown to more than 288 restaurants in 20 states. Today, under the leadership of Scott Deviney and the Chicken Salad Chick team headquartered in Atlanta, the brand is continuing its rapid expansion with both franchise and company locations. Chicken Salad Chick has received numerous accolades including rankings in Franchise Times’ Fast & Serious and Fast Casual.com‘s ranked top 3 in the nation in 2024 , QSR’s Best Franchise Deals for the second consecutive year and recognized at No. 134 on Nation’s Restaurant News 2024 Top 500, spotlighting the biggest restaurants in America by systemwide sales. See www.chickensaladchick.com for additional information.

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