What the cluck! New Chick-fil-A finally open, city officials celebrate with ribbon cutting
LEESBURG — It seems like everyone who isn't a vegan or nutritional purist is over the moon about the new Chick-fil-A opening at 9925 U.S. 441.
The popular fast-food restaurant renowned for its chicken sandwiches and favored by consumers in surveys opened to the public on April 25.
The Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce, government officials, local business representatives and other members of the community gathered Thursday morning for a ribbon cutting.
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The franchise's operator, Eric Johnson, arrived with his wife, Debbie, whom Johnson introduced as "Shorty," and a bevy of grandsons.
Commissioners Alan Reisman and Allyson Berry showed support along with City Manager Al Minner.
The restaurant's new boss encouraged everyone in attendance to download the app and that there will be a "high convenience factor" for people who order online.
The restrooms were sleek with contemporary white porcelain flat sinks and fresh flowers.
"We will serve all people with honor, dignity and respect in a humble, teachable manner ... we are better together," Johnson told the crowd, echoing Chick-fil-A's mission statement.
This article originally appeared on Daily Commercial: Leesburg leaders and community celebrate and check out the menu.
