{"id":319180,"date":"2026-06-02T13:45:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:45:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/319180\/"},"modified":"2026-06-02T13:45:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:45:27","slug":"laynes-chicken-fingers-to-open-landmark-50th-restaurant-in-lubbock-amid-rapid-nationwide-expansion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/319180\/","title":{"rendered":"Layne\u2019s Chicken Fingers to Open Landmark 50th Restaurant in Lubbock Amid Rapid Nationwide Expansion"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Layne's<\/a>
\nTexas-born chicken finger franchise will celebrate milestone opening with Free Layne\u2019s for a Year giveaways, Texas Tech NIL partnership and continued nationwide growth momentum.<\/p>\n

\"Layne'sLubbock, TX\u00a0 (RestaurantNews.com<\/a>)\u00a0 Lubbock, get ready. You\u2019re officially home to something pretty big\u2026 like, \u201cour 50th restaurant in the country\u201d big.<\/p>\n

Layne\u2019s Chicken Fingers<\/a> will celebrate the opening of its first Lubbock location on June 13 at 7902 University Ave., marking a major milestone for the Texas-born, 50+ location chicken finger brand as it opens its 50th restaurant nationwide and continues its rapid rise from regional favorite to national contender.<\/p>\n

To put it simply: things just got a whole lot crispier in West Texas.<\/p>\n

To celebrate restaurant No. 50, Layne\u2019s is going all out. The first 50 dine-in guests on opening day will score Free Layne\u2019s for a Year. Yes, a whole year. And because one round of fun isn\u2019t enough, 50 more guests throughout opening week will also be surprised with the same prize.<\/p>\n

Even better, Layne\u2019s is turning the celebration into a nationwide moment with its \u201cHow You Layne\u2019s\u201d social media contest. Fans are invited to show off their favorite orders, signature sauces, secret hacks, and go-to Layne\u2019s traditions on Instagram and TikTok. Fifty winners across the country will also take home Free Layne\u2019s for a Year, because a milestone this epic deserves a celebration everyone can be part of.<\/p>\n

The party doesn\u2019t stop there. The Lubbock opening also marks the launch of Layne\u2019s new partnership with Texas Tech Athletics. Red Raiders student-athletes Amier Boyd, Corey Platt, Ben Roberts, and John Curry will be on-site for opening day festivities, helping welcome guests and officially kick off Layne\u2019s arrival in Raider Country.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis opening means a lot to us,\u201d said Garrett Reed<\/a>, CEO of Layne\u2019s Chicken Fingers. \u201cFifty restaurants is a huge milestone, but what really stands out is how we got here: great franchise partners, strong communities, and a lot of people who just really love chicken fingers. Lubbock felt like the perfect place to celebrate that.\u201d<\/p>\n

And Layne\u2019s isn\u2019t slowing down anytime soon.<\/p>\n

In the first quarter of 2026 alone, the brand awarded more than 50 future restaurants across the country, signed 16 new leases, and continued expanding with both new and existing franchise partners in key growth markets. Earlier this year, Layne\u2019s also earned its first-ever spot on the Franchise 500 list<\/a>, signaling its growing national presence in the fast-casual chicken space.<\/p>\n

The Lubbock restaurant is operated by C5 Restaurants, the multi-brand QSR group led by Eli Cohen<\/a>. This opening marks C5\u2019s first Layne\u2019s location in Texas, alongside four existing Arkansas restaurants. The group is also the largest developer in the system, with a 55-unit development pipeline across Texas and Arkansas, the biggest commitment in Layne\u2019s franchise history.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat we\u2019ve built at C5 is all about execution,\u201d said Cohen, Owner and Managing Member of C5 Restaurants. \u201cStrong operations, disciplined growth, and teams that know how to run restaurants at a high level. We believe in the Layne\u2019s model, and we\u2019re excited to bring that approach to Texas in a big way.\u201d<\/p>\n

Known for its hand-breaded chicken fingers, signature sauces, and Texas toast-stacked sandwiches, Layne\u2019s has built a loyal following by keeping things simple, bold, and seriously craveable. The new Lubbock restaurant will feature the full menu, from chicken finger meals, sandwiches, wraps, and milkshakes to signature sauces like house, jalape\u00f1o ranch, honey mustard, BBQ, and gravy.<\/p>\n

This opening marks Layne\u2019s first location in Lubbock and another major step in its accelerating nationwide expansion, with more than 30 additional openings planned in 2026.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s just say, Lubbock is about to meet its new favorite chicken finger spot.<\/p>\n

Come see what the crunch is all about in Lubbock: LaynesChickenFingers.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Layne\u2019s Chicken Fingers<\/p>\n

Founded in 1994 in College Station, Texas, Layne\u2019s Chicken Fingers built its reputation on hand-breaded crispy tenders, iconic secret sauce and genuine hospitality. What started as a local favorite near Texas A&M University has grown into one of the fastest-rising chicken finger brands in the country, known for its crave-worthy menu, playful personality and loyal fanbase. With more than 50 locations open and rapid expansion underway, Layne\u2019s is bringing its signature chicken finger experience to communities nationwide.<\/p>\n

For more information, visit LaynesChickenFingers.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Contact:
Julie Maw
Mainland<\/a>
209-617-6518
jmaw@hellomainland.com<\/p>\n

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