A BELOVED American fast food chain that is popular among celebrities is opening in the UK for the first time.
Not only does it have over five million followers on socials, but also fans such as Snoop Dogg, Post Malone, Cardi B, Cynthia Erivo and Travis Kelce.
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Raising Cane’s has been a favourite fast food joint in the US, particularly known for its chicken fingers.
Its first flagship will open in a UK hot spot next year, to mark the brand’s European debut.
The new Raising Cane’s will take over the former Angus Steakhouse site in London’s Piccadilly Circus.
It is set to open its doors late in 2026, as the first of several restaurants planned to come to London.
Expected to be a site with bold signage and high visibility in the centre of Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, the new branch will fit right into its vibrant West End location.
Opening at 21-22 Coventry St, it will be right amidst the nightlife, entertainment, theatre and shopping district.
Raising Cane’s loyal fanbase in the States have loved its “Craveable Chicken Finger Meals” and five core menu products.
These include its iconic Crispy Chicken Fingers, that are said to be have been marinated for more than 24 hours, and hand-breaded.
There is also Buttery Cane’s toast, which is an American classic of thick-sliced white bread that is spread with butter and then grilled until golden or crispy “to perfection”.
Another staple is the Crunchy Coleslaw which is described to be hand-mixed and made fresh.
And finally, their Crispy crinkle-cut fries that are served hot and salted.
There is also Cane’s Sauce that is iconic to the restaurant, and has been awarded the number one “most craveable sauce” in the restaurant industry, along with its chicken.
The addition of Raising Cane’s to London’s Piccadilly Circus will mean it joins some other globally iconic locations that the restaurant chain can be found, including Times Square and the Las Vegas Strip.
As is tradition with the fast food restaurant, it will also feature curated memorabilia and decor to pay homage to the location’s community, history and icons in London.
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Raising Cane’s co-CEO and COO AJ Kumaran said: “Bringing Raising Cane’s to the UK has been a dream of ours for many years and we’re excited to officially open the doors to our UK flagship late next year.
“We love the vibrant and eclectic atmosphere of Piccadilly Circus and are looking forward to marking this milestone with a flagship in the heart of London.
“With more than 950 restaurants across the US and Middle East, Europe presents an excellent expansion opportunity as we embark on this next phase of growth, and we’re excited to begin that growth with the UK.”
Raising Cane’s was founded in 1996 in Louisiana by Todd Graves, who wanted to present a Chicken Finger-focused concept.
“The Mothership” first restaurant opened in Baton Rouge in Louisiana, which Graves built by hand and it still stands today.
He said: “When I started Raising Cane’s 29 years ago, I never imagined we’d grow to where we are today as we announce our expansion into the UK with the opening of our UK flagship in iconic Piccadilly Circus.
“The demand from our customers and fans in the UK has been incredible and I can’t wait to show London what we’re all about.”
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