News Summary
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers has announced plans to open its inaugural location in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The 2,800-square-foot restaurant will feature a drive-thru and is set to occupy a site previously home to Bob Evans. Scheduled for opening in late 2025 or early 2026, the location aims to enhance local dining options. Renowned for their chicken finger meals and signature Cane’s sauce, the chain is looking to expand further in the Charlotte market, promising to be a new culinary attraction for residents.
Rock Hill, South Carolina – Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers has announced its plan to open its first restaurant in the Charlotte area, specifically in Rock Hill. The popular fast-food chain specializes in chicken finger meals and aims to enhance the dining options in the region.
The upcoming restaurant will be a 2,800-square-foot stand-alone building equipped with a drive-thru for customer convenience. It will be located at 520 John Ross Parkway, at a site previously occupied by Bob Evans, which will be demolished to make way for the new establishment. The anticipated opening is set for December 2025 or early 2026, although the exact timeline is subject to changes based on construction schedules.
While the site for the new location has elicited enthusiasm among residents, the building permit has not yet been issued. Community members have been actively tracking developments related to the new restaurant, with discussions taking place in local online groups since late 2025. A job posting suggests that the restaurant may be built near the busy intersection of John Ross Parkway and Dave Lyle Boulevard, which is surrounded by various dining options, a shopping center, and a movie theater.
Menu Highlights
Raising Cane’s is renowned for its chicken finger meals, complemented by crinkle-cut fries, Texas toast, and coleslaw. Their signature Cane’s sauce is particularly popular among customers, further enhancing the appeal of their offerings. Besides chicken fingers, the chain is known for its lemonade and iced tea served over crushed ice, along with several side options that round out the menu.
Company Background
Founded in 1996 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Raising Cane’s has grown significantly to include over 917 locations across 42 states and internationally, in regions including Guam and the Middle East. Within South Carolina, there are currently four other Raising Cane’s outlets, three located in Charleston and one in Clemson. In nearby North Carolina, only one Raising Cane’s restaurant exists, located in Chapel Hill.
Raising Cane’s aims to expand its footprint further in the Charlotte market, indicating plans for more locations beyond the initial opening in Rock Hill. The restaurant is co-led by Todd Graves, the founder and co-CEO, along with AJ Kumaran, the COO. The brand’s name is a tribute to Graves’ yellow Labrador, Cane, embodying the company’s casual and friendly dining ethos.
Conclusion
As Raising Cane’s prepares to launch in Rock Hill, the community eagerly anticipates the arrival of a new dining option. With the growing popularity of its menu and the brand’s expansion aspirations in the Charlotte area, this new location is expected to attract both loyal customers and new visitors. With hiring for management already underway, Raising Cane’s is on track to enhance Rock Hill’s culinary landscape in the coming years.
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Raising Cane
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