Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A earns more per restaurant than any other US chain, thanks to its Original Chicken Sandwich, waffle fries and legendary service, while staying closed on Sundays.

Written by · Last updated October 2026 · Specifications verified 2026-10-01

Chick-fil-A
Brand
Chick-fil-A, Inc.
Category
Fast Food Chains
Released
1967
Price
$11
VersusAnything Score
7/100

Key features

  • Highest sales per restaurant in the US
  • Original Chicken Sandwich and waffle fries
  • Closed on Sundays

Best for people who want a chicken sandwich and the friendliest drive-thru.

Chick-fil-A specifications

Founded1967
Locations worldwide (approx.)3,200
Countries (approx.)4
Signature itemOriginal Chicken Sandwich, waffle fries
Breakfast menuYes (Chick-n-Minis)
Plant-based optionLimited (salads, fruit cup)
Typical combo price (US, approx.)$11
Drive-thruYes, famously fast
Parent companyChick-fil-A, Inc. (private)

Score breakdown

  • Overall (100%)
    7

Scored against every fast food chain in our database using the fast food chains weighting.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Highest sales per restaurant in the US
  • Original Chicken Sandwich and waffle fries
  • Closed on Sundays

Cons

  • Weaker overall score (7/100 within fast food chains)

Compare Chick-fil-A against

Alternatives to Chick-fil-A

Sources

  • Chick-fil-A: Chick-fil-A, Inc. official (manufacturer)

Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.