Chick-fil-A to Open $4.5M Location in Hillsboro, Following Buc-ee’s Arrival

HILLSBORO, TX — A fast-growing Central Texas town along the I-35 corridor is about to get even busier. Chick-fil-A has filed plans for a $4.5 million restaurant in Hillsboro, just one year after Buc-ee’s made its own splashy debut there. The project highlights how this once-small town is becoming a booming stopover between Dallas-Fort Worth and Waco .

What’s New at Chick-fil-A Hillsboro

According to filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration, construction will span 5,035 square feet and include the familiar setup of a drive-thru with stand-alone canopies. The project is expected to wrap by September 2026, though officials note that timelines can change as plans move forward .

For locals, this new restaurant means no more long drives to nearby Bellmead or Cleburne for their chicken sandwich fix. Soon, breakfast items like Chick-n-Minis and classic waffle fries will be just around the corner.

Inside the Menu and Experience

As with other locations, the new Hillsboro Chick-fil-A will serve its signature chicken sandwiches, nuggets, salads, and breakfast favorites, all with the chain’s emphasis on quick service and hospitality. The addition of a high-capacity drive-thru is especially important for the busy I-35 corridor, where traffic often spikes with travelers and commuters.

Author POV:
Having watched Chick-fil-A openings across Texas, I can say this one feels especially impactful. Hillsboro is growing rapidly, and with Buc-ee’s already reshaping the town’s identity, Chick-fil-A is set to become a natural community hub. It’s the kind of pairing — Beaver Nuggets down the road, chicken sandwiches here — that makes small towns feel like big stops.

Community Buzz and What’s Next

Hillsboro’s population has jumped 10% since 2020, according to World Population Review, and that growth shows no signs of slowing. The addition of Chick-fil-A alongside Buc-ee’s only reinforces the town’s transformation into a key destination along I-35 .

Residents are already speculating about the impact: easier access to dining options, more jobs, and greater visibility for a community once considered just a pass-through.

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