Restaurant Creates Approximately 120 jobs, Guests Invited to Dress in Cow Print on Opening Day for Free Entrée
Foxborough, Mass. (Sept. 25, 2025) – A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving Guests in Foxborough on Thursday, October 2 at 6:30 a.m. Chick-fil-A, Inc. has selected John De Simone to serve as the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Foxborough.
Located at 80 Washington St. on the south side of Patriot Place, Chick-fil-A Foxborough will serve Guests Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., offering dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, delivery, catering and Mobile Thru. Chick-fil-A Foxborough brings approximately 120 jobs to the community.
To celebrate the opening, Guests are welcome to join the fun by dressing in cow print on opening day to receive a free entrée.
Locally Owned and Operated
“As a lifelong Bostonian, I’ve had the privilege of operating restaurants across the city, but opening Chick-fil-A Foxborough holds a unique and profound significance,” De Simone shared. “After years in the food and beverage industry, I sought a deeper purpose: to foster growth, deliver remarkable service, and build a business that impacts lives far beyond our restaurant doors.”
More About John
- A Harvard University graduate and seasoned entrepreneur, John brings decades of leadership experience to Chick-fil-A Foxborough.
- John and his wife, Lisa, are proud parents to twin boys, John and Christian. He actively gives back to the community through his role as a youth football and baseball coach, reflecting his passion for mentorship both on and off the field.
Caring for the Foxborough Community
“From the moment that Chick-fil-A announced their Patriot Place location, we have been counting down the days until they officially opened their doors and began sharing their delicious food and signature hospitality with our guests,” said Brian Earley, Vice President and General Manager of Patriot Place. “With their passion for customer service, commitment to give back to the community and dedication to delivering high-quality food, Chick-fil-A is a wonderful addition to Patriot Place. We are thrilled to partner with the Chick-fil-A team, including local Owner-Operator, John De Simone, and celebrate their grand opening alongside our guests on Oct. 2.”
De Simone is committed to giving back to the Foxborough community by:
- Celebrating the opening with a $25,000 donation from Chick-fil-A, Inc. to Feeding America to support local hunger relief efforts of the Greater Boston Food Bank, 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.
Cows Eat Free to Celebrate Chick-fil-A Foxborough
To celebrate the restaurant moo-ving into town, cows will eat free on opening day! De Simone and his team are inviting the community to show off their cow spots on opening day for one free entrée.
- Since 1995, the Cows have been a beloved part of Chick-fil-A, encouraging humans to skip burgers and “Eat More Chikin” – and now it’s Foxborough’s turn to join the herd.
- Guests dressed in cow print – whether it’s a full cow costume or a simple cow-spotted accessory – can enjoy one free entrée* in person inside the restaurant or in the drive-thru.
To learn more about careers at Chick-fil-A Foxborough, click here. For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Foxborough, visit the restaurant’s Facebook page and follow along on Instagram. For more on Chick-fil-A’s high-quality menu options, click here.
*Guests who dress in cow attire on opening day can redeem the offer of one free entrée 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 or 8-ct Grilled 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 and Puerto Rico.
Chick-fil-A opened its first restaurant in the UK in early 2025 with the goal of launching five locations across the UK within the next two years. The first Singapore restaurant is set to open in late 2025, marking the brand’s entry into Asia.
Chick-fil-A local Owner-Operators live and work in the communities their restaurants serve, each supporting local efforts to address hunger, education, and making a positive impact. The family-owned and privately held company was founded in 1967 by S. Truett Cathy. More information on Chick-fil-A is available at www.chick-fil-a.com and @ChickfilANews.
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