Restaurant hosts Moove-In Party to celebrate opening with community
NAPLES, Fla. (May 14, 2026) – A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving the Naples community at its newest location on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 6 a.m. Chick-fil-A, Inc. selected Katie Cornutt as the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A City Gate.
To celebrate, Cornutt and team are inviting the community to show their spots at a Moove-In Party on opening day! Whether it’s a full cow suit or a simple cow-spotted accessory, Guests of all ages are invited to join the fun. Anyone who visits the restaurant on opening day dressed in cow spots can redeem one free entrée* or kid’s meal inside the restaurant or in the drive-thru.
Located at 3820 City Gate Drive, the new restaurant will serve Guests Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., offering dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, third-party delivery mobile pick-up and Mobile Thru. The restaurant also features a newly reimagined playground, offering
Naples Guests a fun, family experience while they dine. The redesigned playground space features an immersive play experience, including floor-to-ceiling illustrations and interactive games and activities designed to keep little ones happy and entertained during their visit.
Locally Owned and Operated
“Chick-fil-A City Gate is more than a restaurant, it’s a place where lives are changed and opportunities are created,” said Cornutt. “I’m excited to celebrate this new beginning with my family and the community. It means so much to serve a vibrant coastal community like Naples, where people take pride in showing up for one another and building meaningful connections.”
A Florida native, Cornutt’s Chick-fil-A journey began when she volunteered at a restaurant in Texas and, she gained hands-on experience serving in Chick-fil-A restaurants across the country, developing a passion for caring for others. Now, Cornutt is excited to return to Florida to open Chick-fil-A City Gate, bringing her story full circle. She is grateful for the opportunity to serve the Naples community and looks forward to creating a welcoming place where people can connect and enjoy quality food.
Caring for the Naples Community
Cornutt is committed to giving back to the Naples community by:
- Celebrating the opening with a $25,000 donation from Chick-fil-A, Inc. to support local hunger relief efforts of Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida, a Feeding America partner food bank, in honor of the new restaurant.
- Participating in the Chick-fil-A Shared Table® program, which redirects surplus food to local nonprofits, helping to create over 42 million meals nationwide to date.
- Creating approximately 120 jobs.
To learn more about careers at Chick-fil-A City Gate click here. For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A City Gate, visit the restaurant’s Facebook and follow along on Instagram.
Delicious Food; Outstanding Customer Service
Chick-fil-A is known for creating a remarkable restaurant experience, starting with friendly service, a warm welcome and quality food, including the original Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich. Restaurants strive to provide a great-tasting meal made with real, whole chicken breast and fresh produce, all grown and sourced with care and prepared throughout the day. For more on Chick-fil-A‘s high-quality menu options, click here. For more information about the Brand’s food, people and customers across the country, visit chick-fil-a.com.
Opening Day Offer Details
*Guests who dress in cow attire on opening day can redeem the offer of one free entrée or kid’s meal inside the restaurant or in the drive-thru. Breakfast offer options are a Chick-fil-A® Chicken Biscuit, Egg White Grill or 4-ct Chick-fil-A Chick-n-Minis®. Lunch/dinner offer options are Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, 8-ct Grilled Nuggets, 8-ct Chick-fil-A®
Nuggets or 5-ct Nugget Kid’s Meal. The offer is limited to one per person in cow attire, per day, while supplies last. No purchase is necessary. See the restaurant for more details.
About Chick-fil-A, Inc.
Chick-fil-A, Inc. is the third largest quick-service restaurant company in the United States, known for its freshly-prepared food, signature hospitality and unique franchise model. More than 200,000 Team Members are employed by local Owner-Operators in more than 3,000 restaurants across the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, the UK and Singapore.
Chick-fil-A local Owner-Operators live and work in the communities their restaurants serve, each supporting local efforts and making a positive impact. Chick-fil-A gives back through programs including Shared Table, True Inspiration Awards and Scholarships. The family-owned and privately held company got its start in 1946, founded by S. Truett Cathy. More information on Chick-fil-A is available at www.chick-fil-a.com and Chick-fil-A Press Room.
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