Chicken Salad Chick to Open First Dublin Location at The Shoppes at River Ridge in Early 2026

Dublin, Ohio – Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast-casual chicken salad restaurant concept, is expanding its Central Ohio footprint with a brand-new location at Shoppes at River Ridge in Dublin. Set to open in early 2026, the 2,552-square-foot restaurant will be located at 4345 West Dublin Granville Road, south of 161 and east of Riverside Drive.

“As a lifelong member of the Columbus area, I am thrilled to have the opportunity to grow in a place so close to home,” said Jen Crichfield, franchise owner of Chicken Salad Chick. “I am grateful to our hard-working team and loyal guests for making this dream a reality. Chicken Salad Chick is all about warm hospitality, fresh flavors, and community, and we can't wait to share that experience with our neighbors in Dublin. I look forward to an exciting new year filled with even more opportunities to serve you fresh, made-from-scratch chicken salad and share our mission to Spread Joy, Enrich Lives, and Serve Others.”

Known for its made-from-scratch menu featuring more than a dozen original chicken salad flavors, fresh sides, soups and desserts, Chicken Salad Chick has quickly become a favorite among families and foodies alike. With more than seven thriving locations across Central Ohio, this will mark the brand’s first restaurant in the Dublin area.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Chicken Salad Chick to the Shoppes at River Ridge,” said Zach Graham, Senior Vice President of Commercial Real Estate and Leasing at Crawford Hoying, owner and landlord at Shoppes at River Ridge. “This concept perfectly aligns with the experience we strive to provide residents, office workers and visitors alike. 

Chicken Salad Chick is the newest establishment announced at Shoppes at River Ridge, which is already home to numerous entertainment and dining destinations including Loft, Bruegger’s Bagels, Studio J, Harbor Yoga Studio, River’s Edge Pediatrics, Thalia+Dalia, Polished Hair and Nails, Jos. A. Banks, and more. Additional information on Shoppes at River Ridge can be found at www.theshoppesatriverridgedublin.com.

Additional details, including official opening dates, will be announced in the coming months.

About Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick serves full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad made from scratch and served from the heart. With more than a dozen original chicken salad flavors as well as fresh side salads, gourmet soups, signature sandwiches and delicious desserts, Chicken Salad Chick’s robust menu is a perfect fit for any guest. Founded in Auburn, Alabama, by Stacy and Kevin Brown, in 2008, Chicken Salad Chick has grown to more than 315 restaurants in 22 states. Today, under the leadership of Scott Deviney and the Chicken Salad Chick team, the brand is continuing its rapid expansion with both franchise and company locations. Chicken Salad Chick has received numerous accolades including rankings in the 2023 Entrepreneur Franchise 500, Franchise Times’ Fast & Serious for the third consecutive year, Fast Casual’s Top Movers and Shakers from 2018 to 2024, QSR’s Best Franchise Deals in 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2024, and Franchise Business Review’s Top Food Franchises list from 2019-2024. See www.chickensaladchick.com for additional information.    

About Shoppes at River Ridge

Located next door to the exciting Bridge Park development and just east of historic downtown Dublin, Ohio, Shoppes at River Ridge sits upon 13 acres overlooking the Scioto River. Shoppes at River Ridge features 98,000 SF of retail and office space, and is home to numerous dining, retail and entertainment establishments including The Pint Room, Harbor Yoga Studio, Bruegger’s Bagels and more. Additional information on Shoppes at River Ridge can be found at www.theshoppesatriverridgedublin.com.