Restaurant Creates Approximately 120 Jobs, Guests Invited to Dress in Cow Print on Opening Day for Free Entrée
LINCOLN PARK, Mich. (March 30, 2026) – A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving Guests in Lincoln Park on Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 a.m. Chick-fil-A, Inc. has selected Detroit-native Marcel Smith to serve as the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Lincoln Park.
Located at 2060 Southfield Rd., Chick-fil-A Lincoln Park 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 Lincoln Park brings approximately 120 jobs to the community and joins more than 20 Chick-fil-A restaurants serving the Detroit 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
“Lincoln Park has always stood out to me for its close-knit spirit – this community is hardworking, family-centered with deep cultural pride and a strong sense of togetherness,” said Smith. “Opening a restaurant so close to where I grew up is a full-circle moment for me. As the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Lincoln Park, my goal is for Guests and Team Members to feel known and cared for, and for this restaurant to serve as a positive anchor for my family and the community.”
More About Smith
- Born and raised in Detroit, Smith is a proud product of Detroit Public Schools Community District and a graduate of Houston Christian University, where he earned a degree in International Business and developed his leadership style as a student-athlete playing basketball.
- After college, Smith combined his passion for leadership, business and community impact, coaching youth and working as a financial advisor before being selected for the
Chick-fil-A® Leadership Development Program, where he gained hands-on operational experience at restaurants nationwide, preparing him to step into his role as the local
Owner-Operator. - Now, returning home as a local Owner-Operator and guided by his philosophy to “rise by lifting others,” Smith is deeply committed to investing in the city that shaped him – creating jobs, mentoring young leaders and building a restaurant that reflects the hardworking spirit of the Detroit and Downriver community.
Opening Day Moove-In Party at Chick-fil-A Lincoln Park
To celebrate the restaurant moo-ving into town, Smith and his team are inviting the community to show off their cow spots for a free entrée.
- On opening day, Guests dressed in cow print – whether it’s a full cow costume or a cow-spotted accessory – can enjoy one free entrée or kid’s meal* inside the restaurant or in the drive-thru.
- 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 Lincoln Park’s turn to join the herd.
Caring for the Lincoln Park Community
Smith is committed to giving back to the Lincoln Park community by:
- Celebrating the opening with a total $25,000 donation from Chick-fil-A, Inc. to Feeding America to support local hunger relief efforts of Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan and Forgotten Harvest, Feeding America partner food banks, 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.
To learn more about careers at Chick-fil-A Lincoln Park, click here. For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Lincoln Park, 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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