New Raising Cane’s Locations Opening Soon (2025–2026 List)
Raising Cane’s is rapidly expanding in urban and suburban areas across the United States. Recent corporate announcements and city permits confirm dozens of new openings planned through late 2025 and early 2026.
Which U.S. cities are getting a new Raising Cane’s?
Raising Cane’s is launching 20 new locations in different states, focusing on high-traffic areas near retail centers, universities, and major commuter zones.
Confirmed 2025-2026 locations:
| City | State | Expected Opening |
|---|---|---|
| Long Beach | California | 26 August, 2025 |
| Santa Fe Springs | California | 2 September 2025 |
| Canoga Park | California | 2 September 2025 |
| San Diego | California | 10 September 2025 |
| Spokane | Washington | Coming Soon |
| Indianapolis | Indiana | winter 2025 |
| Sioux City | Lowa | winter 2025 |
| Topeka | Kansas | Early 2026 |
| Glen Burnie | Maryland | 19 August |
| Bel Air | Maryland | Coming Soon |
| Raleigh | North Carolina | Fall 2025 |
| New York (Broadway) | New York | 4 September |
| Memphis | Tennessee | Spring 2026 |
| New Braunfels | Texas | End of 2025 |
| Georgetown | Texas | End of 2025 |
| Riverview | Florida | End of 2025 |
| Wesley Chapel | Florida | Early 2026 |
| Port Charlotte | Florida | Early 2026 |
| Stuart | Florida | Early 2026 |
| Brick Township | New Jersey | Early 2026 |
Source: KTLA, official Raising Cane’s press updates, and local planning boards.
Is Raising Cane’s expanding outside the U.S.?
Yes. Raising Cane’s is rolling out internationally via strategic franchising.
International expansion plans:
City | country | status | Franchise Partner |
|---|---|---|---|
toronto | canada | opening 2026 | internal development |
Dubai | UAE | approved franchise | american group |
london | UK | in negotiations | undisclosed partner |
Franchising outside the U.S. targets English-speaking or U.S.-influenced QSR markets.
What restaurant formats is Raising Cane’s using?
Raising Cane’s designs store formats based on traffic expectations:
- Freestanding drive-thrus – 65% of new builds
- Mall or strip centers – 20%, with a walk-in focus
- Food courts/airports – 15%, high turnover spots
Drive-thru models produce faster service times and higher throughput.
Are Raising Cane’s openings focused on specific U.S. regions?
Yes. Expansion is concentrated in the South, Southwest, and Mid-Atlantic.
- Texas – New Braunfels and Georgetown
- California – Burbank and Bakersfield
- Florida – Four new cities: Riverview, Wesley Chapel, Port Charlotte, and Stuart
- New Jersey – Expansion into Brick Township (first Ocean County location)
- Washington & Colorado – First-time entries into Yakima Valley and Grand Junction
How to track new Raising Cane’s openings?
Track upcoming openings using verified platforms:
- Official Store Locator
- Google Maps (search: “Raising Cane’s coming soon”)
- KTLA and local news outlets (regional construction updates)
- City permitting websites and retail leasing boards
- Social media: @raisingcanes on Instagram, TikTok, and X
Pro Tip: Search using keywords like “Raising Cane’s + [city] + permit” for early planning approvals.
