After a pop-up presence earlier in 2024, American fast-food brand Chick-fil-A has announced its official entry into Asia with its first store in Singapore in 2025.
Already a household name in the United States for its signature chicken creations like the iconic Chicken Sandwich, Chick-fil-A will expand its presence to Asia with its first Singapore store sometime in late 2025.
What to know about Chick-fil-A’s first Asia store in Singapore so far
According to a press release on 17 October 2024, Chick-fil-A announced plans to open its first restaurant in Singapore in 2025 with a 10-year, US$75 million (approximately HKD 583 million) investment.
Details like the location of the first Singapore Chick-fil-A restaurant and the exact opening date are expected to be revealed in the coming months. Stay tuned for more information.
Chick-fil-A is currently gathering interested parties who are interested in becoming the first independent Chick-fil-A franchise Owner-Operator in Singapore. Individuals can apply at https://bit.ly/applytoChickfilASG.
Because most Chick-fil-A locations are owned and run by local individuals, the Chick-fil-A franchise model gives them a sense of proprietorship. They are, therefore, small company entrepreneurs rather than passive investors.
Chick-fil-A franchise Owner-Operator interacts and builds relationships with customers every day while working side by side with team members in the restaurants.
The local owners will also have the opportunity to be part of the Chick-fil-A Shared Table™ food donation program for community impact. This initiative helps struggling individuals by sharing surplus food with local nonprofit partners, who will distribute it to the hungry.
“We are thrilled to introduce Chick-fil-A to Singapore, bringing new jobs and opportunities as we support the local community. Serving our Guests with high-quality food and signature hospitality remains our top priority as we do so,” said Hugh Park, Head of Asia Pacific Operations at Chick-fil-A (Asia) Pte Ltd. “Our unique approach, with locally owned and operated Restaurants, will also allow us to better connect with people in Singapore as we provide an authentic Chick-fil-A experience.”
Chick-fil-A first appeared in Singapore as a temporary ‘Chicken and Smiles’ pop-up at The Esplanade Mall in June 2024.
This three-day ticketed-only event, priced at SGD 10 (HKD 58.76) donation to the Community Chest, allowed guests to sample a set meal comprising its signature Original Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich, waffle potato fries, and a drink of choice.
More than 1,000 people in Singapore supported the pop-up and SDG 30,000 (HKD 176,267) in donations were raised for Community Chest, the philanthropy and engagement arm of the National Council of Social Service (NCSS).
(Feature and hero image credit: Chick-fil-A / Facebook)
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