How many company-owned Chick Fil A outlets were operating at the end of 2024?
Chick_Fil_A Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 2230 | 2338 | +108 |
| 2023 | 2331 | 2494 | +163 | |
| 2024 | 2494 | 2629 | +135 | |
| Company Owned | 2022 | 81 | 73 | -8 |
| 2023 | 80 | 58 | -22 | |
| 2024 | 58 | 55 | -3 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 2311 | 2411 | +100 |
| 2023 | 2411 | 2552 | +141 | |
| 2024 | 2552 | 2684 | +132 | |
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
| Licensed | 2022 | 393 | 395 | +2 |
| 2023 | 395 | 412 | +17 | |
| 2024 | 412 | 425 | +13 | |
| Company Owned | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 393 | 395 | +2 |
| 2023 | 395 | 412 | +17 | |
| 2024 | 412 | 425 | +13 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 83–102)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chick Fil A's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the close of 2024, there were 55 company-owned Chick-fil-A restaurants. This is down from 58 at the start of the year, reflecting a net decrease of 3 company-owned locations during 2024.
It is important to note that Chick Fil A also operates licensed units, but these are distinct from franchised restaurants. In 2024, Chick Fil A did not have any company-owned licensed units. The FDD specifies that Chick Fil A may temporarily operate a new restaurant until a franchisee is selected and trained.
Prospective franchisees should be aware of the distinction between franchised and licensed units, as well as the potential for Chick Fil A to operate locations temporarily. This information provides insight into the company's growth strategy and its relationship with franchisees.