Chicken Salad Chick Opens First Drive-Thru in Lexington

Lexington, October 16, 2025

News Summary

Chicken Salad Chick is opening its first drive-thru location in Lexington’s Hamburg district, aiming to serve both commercial and residential customers. To celebrate, the first 100 guests will receive free chicken salad for a year during the grand opening week that includes special giveaways. Owned by seasoned restaurateur Vickie Tranter, this branch will offer in-restaurant dining, take-out, drive-thru, and catering, emphasizing community involvement through support for local charities.

Lexington — Chicken Salad Chick is set to open its first drive-thru location in the Hamburg district of Lexington at 1956 Bryant Road on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. This new venue is part of the brand’s expansion in Kentucky and aims to cater to both the bustling commercial and residential demographics of the area.

In celebration of the grand opening, the first 100 guests in line will receive free chicken salad for a year. Additionally, the opening week will feature various specials and giveaways, showcasing Chicken Salad Chick’s dedication to Southern hospitality.

The new Lexington location will provide a comprehensive dining experience, offering options for in-restaurant dining, take-out, drive-thru, third-party delivery, and catering services. The restaurant’s menu includes a wide variety of made-from-scratch chicken salad flavors, fresh side salads, gourmet soups, signature sandwiches, and desserts, catering to diverse tastes and preferences within the community.

This branch of Chicken Salad Chick is owned and operated by Vickie Tranter, a seasoned foodservice professional with over 30 years of experience. Vickie previously opened her first Chicken Salad Chick in Nicholasville in 2018, which marked the initial entrance of the brand into Kentucky. The Nicholasville location has successfully served the greater Lexington area for the last seven years, establishing a solid customer base and community presence.

The Hamburg location embodies the brand’s mission to contribute positively to the communities it serves. In advance of the grand opening, Chicken Salad Chick plans to hold Friends & Family events designed to support the Lexington Dream Factory, a non-profit organization that fulfills dreams for children suffering from critical or chronic illnesses.

The restaurant will operate from Monday to Saturday, opening its doors at 10 AM and closing at 8 PM. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to secure their spot for the special giveaway. For additional details on the grand opening and available specials, customers can visit Chicken Salad Chick’s social media pages or website.

As Chicken Salad Chick continues to grow in the Bluegrass State, it reaffirms its commitment to the local communities with ongoing fundraising efforts and special events aimed at enhancing community engagement.

Key Features of the New Chicken Salad Chick Location

• Location: 1956 Bryant Road, Hamburg, Lexington, KY
• Grand Opening Date: October 21, 2025
• Drive-thru: First drive-thru location in Lexington
• Free Offer: Free chicken salad for a year for the first 100 guests
• Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 8 PM
• Services Offered: In-restaurant dining, drive-thru, take-out, catering, third-party delivery
• Menu: Made-from-scratch chicken salad, side salads, soups, sandwiches, desserts
• Community Involvement: Support for the Lexington Dream Factory through pre-opening events

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Additional Resources

• Kentucky.com – Chicken Salad Chick Expands in Lexington
• Lane Report – Chicken Salad Chick’s New Restaurant Announcement
• PR Newswire – Chicken Salad Chick’s Kentucky Expansion
• Franchising.com – Opening of Chicken Salad Chick in Lexington
• Kentucky.com – Expansion of Chicken Salad Chick
• Wikipedia: Chicken Salad Chick
• Google Search: Chicken Salad Chick
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• Encyclopedia Britannica: Chicken Salad Chick
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