Restaurant celebrates with Cows Eat Free offer on opening day
KOKOMO, Ind. (Feb. 12, 2026) – A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving the Kokomo community at its newest location on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, at 6:30 a.m. Chick-fil-A, Inc. selected Spencer Colson as the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Kokomo.
To celebrate, Colson and team are inviting the community to show their spots 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 1014 S Reed Road, Chick-fil-A Kokomo will serve Guests Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., offering dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, third-party delivery, catering pick-up and mobile pick-up. Because Chick-fil-A restaurants are designed to serve the unique needs of each community, Chick-fil-A Kokomo will also feature a play space to serve Guests with children.
Locally Owned and Operated
“We’re honored to open the first Chick-fil-A in Kokomo and know the community’s been looking forward to it,” said Colson. “Our team is excited to welcome Guests and make the grand opening one to remember. From Cows Eat Free to the smell of fresh waffle fries in the air, we want first-timers and longtime fans to feel right at home from the moment they arrive.”
Colson was inspired to pursue a career with Chick-fil-A after seeing the Brand’s ability to bring people together and create opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds. Now, as the local
Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Kokomo, he’s focused on building a team that delivers memorable experiences and serves the community with care.
Caring for the Kokomo Community
Colson is committed to giving back to the Kokomo 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 local partners in the area to aid in the fight against 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.
- Creating approximately 120 jobs.
To learn more about careers at Chick-fil-A Kokomo, click here. For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Kokomo, visit the restaurant’s Facebook page.
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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