Joe Burrow, Todd Graves, Owner and Founder, Raising Cane's and Justin Jefferson attend The New Heights Party with Jason & Travis Kelce on February 04, 2026 in San Francisco, California.
The 1st time I had Raising Canes I was in Denver Colorado with my Partner. I had mentioned to my partners sister that we have yet to try it. So obviously she had to take us and show us what we were missing!
It's a simple, yet very tasty Fast-Food Restaurant; offering delicious chicken and good vibes.
I recently found out there are locations in Pennsylvania, and I noticed something about their different locations and I'm here for it....
:A Bit of Raising Canes History:
Raising Canes was founded in 1996 by Todd Graves in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. As of today, the fast-food chain has 849 & counting locations, 118 restaurants opening in the year of 2024 alone. Raising Canes is not shy to help out the communities they reside in. Hosting charity events and donating over 100 million dollars in the past 25 years.
Fun Fact: The company got its name after the owners' yellow Labrador Retriever, Cane (1992-1998). Todd has had 2 other labs (Cane II & Cane III) Cane will be seen at openings/events and is a Raising Canes celebrity!
:Let's Talk Food:
If you've been to a Raising Canes, then you know how simple the menu is. Just Chicken Tenders (three, four, or six tenders.) or Sandwich that can stand alone OR you can grab a combo that comes with your choice of drink, crinkle cut fries, a 3oz portion of coleslaw, one slice of the infamous Texas toast bread, & Canes sauce.
The menu is very simple and easy to navigate. It's just chicken!
They carry coke products, along with Canes own iced tea(s) & lemonade.
My go-to order is the 4-tender combo. I am a chicken tender gurlie & I will stand by that. I have yet to try the chicken sandwich so I cannot speak on a personal level about it just yet, but I've heard good things.
As for the tenders....they are juicy, they come out piping hot, and I'm not sure what they put in these things, but It must be unicorn tears because oh lawd! They are delicious! I would have to say Rasing Canes is my favorite chicken tender out in The USA today. They are made with all white meat allegedly never frozen & I feel like I can taste that in the product.
The Fries are a classic crinkle cut salted to perfection. Let's be honest though, the real star of this show is the secret recipe canes sauce you dip the fries in! It's rich, creamy, tangy. Everything I want from a dipping sauce.
Now the coleslaw. I am a true fan of a slaw. A simple way to add a veg to the meal. The Canes Slaw is a small 3oz cup portion. It isn't too salty or sweet. It's simple and has a nice crunch to it. Some may turn down the slaw as it isn't the norm for Fast-Food joints, but for a Fast-Food slaw, this one takes the chicken. (See what I did there (¬‿¬) heh)
As for my absolute favorite part of the combo here at Rasing Canes.... the Texas Toast! It has a little crust to it, but its soft, buttery, a hint of garlic, salty, all-around perfection packed into one thiccccc slice of bread. This is what sets Canes apart from the rest of the chicken fast-food restaurant in my opinion. The slice of bread was what called to me as a consumer. It's pictured so beautifully and trying it for the 1st time solidified that that magnetic pull that Texas toast had on me. 10 out of 10 will always recommend.
I would really love to see dessert item(s) as Raising Cane grows. Maybe a fresh baked cookie or some type of fried dough? I feel this would elevate the chain to the next level.
{Hey Todd hit me up, I have MANY baked goods in the bank for discussion...not to mention I'm an experienced pastry chef ^_~)
: Location Location Location:
I recently found out there are locations in Pennsylvania, and I noticed the interior was different from the one I was in Colorado. The one is Colorado was just a simple fast-food place. nothing crazy, there was some decor on the walls depicting the famous Cane himself, but that was it. Then we have the location in Allentown Pennsylvania. This location had more to the interior design. There were disco balls, neon signs, more decor on the walls, the seating was a mix of high-tops. booths, and a bar stool seating in the front. Not to mention the music was very loud and club like. This had me wondering if there are different themed Canes...which led me to the Custom Celeb, Post Malone owned locations.
In April of 2023 Post Malone opened one of Raising Canes locations in Midvale, UT. Although Post isn't the 1st celeb to open a chain location, this one hit the news and elevated the Fast-Food Restaurant scene! He has his location custom made, inside & out with an all-pink design, replicating the chains atmosphere. The outside replicates a tattoo he has, while the inside holds memorabilia of the celeb throughout his career.
Post then teamed up with the Dalas Cowboys & opened up a 2nd location later in the year (October 2023) in Dalas TX.
Raising Canes is changing the game for Fast-Food dining. They also have their Flagship Restaurants they opened in New York City (Time Square), Las Vegas Navada, Miami Beach Florida, Nashville Tennessee, and Chicago.
They even opened up an all-gold location in August of 2024, located in downtown Boston Massachusetts. This was in honor of Raising Canes "golden birthday" Celebrating 28 years of chicken slinging goodness.
These locations have a unique theme. unique decor, and vibe. All around a reason to travel to see these restaurants in person!
I think what Raising Canes has done in the Fast-Food Restaurant world in game changing. Their menu is simple. You know exactly why you're there and have little to no thought about what you're going to order. Simple. Easy. Delicious.
Thanks for staying awhile with me on this little rabbit hole on Rasing Canes restaurants. I think this franchise is fun. I would love to see others follow. Why have a boring and basic atmosphere when you can relate to your customers and community all while drawing them in with fun decor. Give the people something to talk about!!!
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