Raising Cane’s Celebrates Milestone with 1,000th Restaurant Opening in Hollywood

Raising Cane’s is set to open its 1,000th restaurant at 6933 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, near iconic landmarks such as the TCL Chinese Theatre and Madame Tussauds. This two-story location features a design inspired by the Hollywood Walk of Fame, including LED screens, a nearly 7-foot-tall golden statue of Cane III, and a “Menu of Fame” ceiling. The opening is part of Raising Cane’s broader strategy to become a top 10 restaurant brand in the United States, with plans to open 100 new locations in 2026 and expand internationally into markets like London and Mexico.

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Todd Graves, the founder and co-CEO of Raising Cane’s, has a personal connection to Los Angeles, having moved there over 30 years ago to pursue his dream of opening a restaurant. After facing initial rejections from banks, Graves funded his first restaurant through hard work in various jobs, ultimately opening the first Raising Cane’s in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in 1996. Graves expressed the significance of the Hollywood location, stating, “It’s serendipitous being here today, celebrating the 1,000th restaurant back where an important part of the Raising Cane’s story started for me.”

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Raising Cane’s has experienced rapid growth, ranking No. 18 on Technomic’s 2024 report with $5 billion in sales, a 32% increase year-over-year. The chain aims to reach $10 billion in sales and 1,600 locations by the end of the decade. The Hollywood restaurant is part of a larger expansion strategy, with nine additional locations planned in the Los Angeles area by 2026, including sites near SoFi Stadium and Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade.

Raising Cane’s ready to open its 1,000th location

Raising Cane’s has committed to giving back to communities, with plans to donate $100 million as it grows. The brand has already contributed over $160 million to various causes, including education and pet welfare. Graves emphasized the importance of community involvement, stating, “We have close to 100,000 crew members that are sharing in this dream with me.”

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Despite its success, Raising Cane’s has faced challenges, including public pushback against plans to convert an iconic diner into a restaurant. However, the company continues to focus on its core menu of chicken fingers and customer experience, which Graves believes is key to sustaining growth.

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• “Our next aspiration is to be a top 10 restaurant brand in the U.S. Think of the big boys — McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Starbucks, Subway — companies that have been open a lot longer than we have,” — Todd Graves, Founder

Raising Cane’s ready to open its 1,000th location

• “We’re going to continue growing by focusing on doing what we do best: serving Craveable Chicken Finger Meals.” — Todd Graves, Founder

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• “It’s serendipitous being here today, celebrating the 1,000th restaurant back where an important part of the Raising Cane’s story started for me,” — Todd Graves, Founder

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As Raising Cane’s prepares for its Hollywood opening, it stands as a testament to the brand's journey and ambition, with a clear vision for future growth and community impact.

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