The quick-service restaurant will expand its footprint on the island from five to 20-25 restaurants by 2030. Chick-fil-A opened its first location in Puerto Rico in 2022.
“Chick-fil-A’s growth in Puerto Rico creates a tremendous opportunity not only for our business, but for economic development and local community impact across the Island,” said Paul Trotti, VP, International, Chick-fil-A. “We’re pleased to bring our authentic Chick-fil-A experience to more people across Puerto Rico, while also serving local communities and living out our commitment to having a positive influence on all we come into contact with.”
Chick-fil-A has more than 3,000 restaurants across the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. In 2023, the company said it planned to expand by 2030 into Europe and Asia. Chick-fil-A expects to launch in the UK in early 2025, aiming to open five locally owned and operated restaurants in the first two years.
The company’s planned expansion in Puerto Rico is supported by a government tax decree allowing Chick-fil-A to build restaurants in “qualified opportunity zones”.
