OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Chicken finger fans in Ocala won’t have to wait much longer.
Raising Cane’s will open its newest restaurant Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 2410 SW College Rd, marking the brand’s first location in the city.
The restaurant will host a community celebration beginning at 8 a.m., ahead of its official opening. The event will feature music, giveaways and prizes, including free Raising Cane’s for a year for 20 customers.
“We’re excited to introduce Raising Cane’s to Ocala and celebrate the opening of our first restaurant in this great city,” said restaurant leader Joseph Hamidy in a statement. “From day one, we’ve felt the energy and warmth that makes Ocala so special. Our crew is excited to get involved, build lasting connections and serve up our hand-battered chicken fingers to a community that truly values coming together. We’re ready to share the ONE LOVE that makes Cane’s feel like home with Ocala.”
Founded in 1996 by Todd Graves, Raising Cane’s has grown into one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands in the United States. The company plans to surpass 1,000 locations in 2026 and expects to open nearly 100 new restaurants this year. The brand is also expanding internationally, including the debut of its first United Kingdom restaurant.
More information about the Ocala location is available at raisingcanes.com and on the company’s social media channels.