Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A (pronounced /tʃɪkfɪˈleɪ/) is an American fast food restaurant chain headquartered in the city of College Park, Georgia, specializing in chicken sandwiches. Founded in May 1946, it operates more than 2,600 restaurants, primarily in the United States.
Etymology
The name "Chick-fil-A" is a play on the American English phrase "chicken fillet". The "A" is meant to indicate "grade A top quality". The company's trademarked slogan, "We Didn't Invent the Chicken, Just the Chicken Sandwich," refers to their flagship menu item, the Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich.
History
Chick-fil-A was originally established as the Dwarf Grill in 1946, changing the name to 'Dwarf House' until rebranding as Chick-fil-A in 1967. The company is associated with the Southern United States, where it has been a cultural icon.
Menu
Chick-fil-A's menu primarily consists of chicken sandwiches, chicken nuggets, chicken strips, waffle potato fries, and beverages such as soft drinks, milkshakes, and fresh-squeezed lemonade.
Controversies
Chick-fil-A has been involved in public controversy regarding LGBT rights. The company's charitable arm, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, has donated to organizations seen as opposed to LGBT rights.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chick-fil-A
- Wikipedia's article - Chick-fil-A
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