Largest Chick-fil-A in Hawaii Creates Approximately 120 Jobs, Guests Invited to Dress in Cow Print on Opening Day for Free Entrée
HONOLULU, Hawaii (March 26, 2026) – A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving Guests in Honolulu on Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 a.m. Kurt Milne, current local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Ala Moana Mall, will also serve as the independent franchised local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Kapiolani & Kalakaua.
Located at 1837 Kapiolani Blvd., Chick-fil-A Kapiolani & Kalakaua is set to be Chick-fil-A’s largest restaurant to-date in Hawaii. The new restaurant will serve Guests Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., offering dine-in, carry-out, third-party delivery, catering and a dedicated event space for community gatherings. The Kapiolani & Kalakaua restaurant brings approximately 120 jobs to the community and joins four other Chick-fil-A restaurants serving the Honolulu market.
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
“Opening my second Chick-fil-A fills me with excitement for what’s ahead,” said Milne. “This new location gives us the chance to welcome more Guests and build on the strong relationships we’ve formed across Honolulu over the last four years. My hope is that Chick-fil-A Kapiolani & Kalakaua becomes more than a restaurant, but a gathering place where neighbors connect, families celebrate and our Team Members can grow and serve with purpose.”
More About Milne
- Born and raised in Atlanta, Milne grew up with Chick-fil-A as his favorite childhood restaurant, creating lasting memories with the brand from an early age. After graduating from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, he chose to make O’ahu his home, where he lives today with his family.
- With more than two decades of business experience on O’ahu, Milne brings deep local expertise and a strong commitment to serving the island community. As the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Kapiolani & Kalakaua, he looks forward to delivering second mile service to Guests and creating new opportunities for connection through the restaurant’s dedicated event space.
Restaurant Details
Chick-fil-A Kapiolani & Kalakaua features a spacious dining room with seating for up to 260 Guests and a dedicated event space designed to bring the community together.
From birthday celebrations to team meetings, the space provides a welcoming, purpose-driven setting for connection. More than a place for freshly prepared food and warm hospitality, the restaurant is built to foster relationships and create meaningful moments for the community.
Opening Day Moove-In Party at Chick-fil-A Kapiolani & Kalakaua
To celebrate the restaurant moo-ving into town, Milne 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 Honolulu’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 or kid’s meal* in person inside the restaurant.
Caring for the Honolulu Community
Milne is committed to giving back to the Honolulu community by:
- Celebrating the opening with a $25,000 donation from Chick-fil-A, Inc. to Feeding America in honor of the new restaurant. These funds will be distributed to partners in the greater Honolulu area to aid in the fight to end hunger.
- 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. When there is surplus food, Chick-fil-A Kapiolani & Kalakaua will donate it to Aloha Harvest.
- Recognizing Chick-fil-A’s support for local Team Members through more than $60,000 in
Chick-fil-A Remarkable Futures™ Scholarships awarded to 28 Team Members across the state of Hawaii.
For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Kapiolani & Kalakaua, 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, 8-ct Original Nugget, 8-ct Grilled Nugget 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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