Restaurant celebrates with Moove-In Party on opening day
LAKE RONKONKOMA, N.Y. (Nov. 12, 2026) – A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving the Lake Ronkonkoma community on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 at 6:30 a.m. Chick-fil-A, Inc. selected Sam Nesbitt as the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Lake Ronkonkoma.
To celebrate, Nesbitt 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 575 Portion Road, Chick-fil-A Lake Ronkonkoma will serve Guests Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., offering dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, mobile pick-up and third-party delivery.
Locally Owned and Operated
“I’m incredibly excited to open our doors and welcome the Lake Ronkonkoma community to Chick-fil-A,” said Nesbitt. “Our hope is to create a place where Guests of all ages can come together, enjoy a delicious meal and feel genuinely cared for. Having spent time in this area, I’ve seen firsthand what makes this community so special, and my team and I look forward to serving our neighbors and building meaningful relationships for years to come.”
Nesbitt began his Chick-fil-A journey through the Chick-fil-A® Leadership Development Program, inspired by his passion for entrepreneurship and desire to put down roots in a community. After supporting a nearby restaurant opening, he developed a connection to the Lake Ronkonkoma area and its commitment to family, hard work and community.
Caring for the Lake Ronkonkoma Community
Nesbitt is committed to giving back to the Lake Ronkonkoma community by:
- Celebrating the opening with a $25,000 donation from Chick-fil-A, Inc. to be shared between Island Harvest and Long Island Cares, Inc., both Feeding America partner food banks, to support hunger relief efforts.
- Participating in the Chick-fil-A Shared Table® program, which redirects surplus food to local nonprofits, helping to create over 50 million meals nationwide to date.
- Creating approximately 100 jobs for the area.
To learn more about careers at Chick-fil-A Lake Ronkonkoma, click here. For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Lake Ronkonkoma, visit the restaurant’s Facebook page 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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