Chick-fil-A is giving its fall menu a sweet-and-savory twist, bringing Chicken & Waffles sandwiches to restaurants nationwide alongside two new Sâmores-inspired drinks. The limited-time lineup arrives Aug. 24, 2026, with separate breakfast and daytime versions of the sandwich.
The launch is notable because waffles are moving onto Chick-fil-Aâs national menu following earlier testing. Customers can pair them with Original, Spicy or Grilled chicken, while the company is using the release as part of its 80th-anniversary âNewstalgiaâ celebration.
What is on Chick-fil-Aâs fall menu?
The Chicken & Waffles Sandwich replaces a traditional bun with two maple-flavored waffles. Between them sits a Chick-fil-A chicken filet, three strips of applewood-smoked bacon and honey butter spread. Classic syrup is served on the side.
Customers can choose an Original, Spicy or Grilled chicken filet, giving the sandwich three different flavor combinations.
There are also two sizes depending on when customers visit. The breakfast version uses a smaller chicken filet and waffle and is available from opening until 10:30 a.m.
From 10:30 a.m. until closing, Chick-fil-A offers the larger entrée version with a full-sized filet and waffle. This means Chicken & Waffles will effectively be available across the day, but the size and format change after breakfast hours.
The breakfast sandwich starts at $4.95, while the entrée starts at $7.59. Prices vary by restaurant and market, so customers should check their local menu or app for the exact cost.
Chick-fil-Aâs official fall menu announcement confirms the Aug. 24 nationwide launch and describes the new offerings as limited-time items.
The move comes as major chicken chains experiment with new products and formats to give customers more choices beyond their traditional menus. KFC has also made substantial changes through a menu overhaul featuring boneless chicken and new drinks, highlighting the wider competition for fast-food customers.
Sâmores Milkshake and Frosted Coffee are coming too
Chick-fil-A is pairing the sandwiches with two Sâmores-inspired treats built around chocolate, graham cracker and marshmallow flavors.
The Sâmores Milkshake blends Chick-fil-Aâs Icedream dessert with chocolate shortbread and graham cracker crumbles, marshmallow-flavored syrup and marshmallow-flavored whipped topping.
The Sâmores Frosted Coffee combines cold-brewed coffee, marshmallow-flavored syrup and Icedream with chocolate shortbread and graham cracker crumbles. It offers a coffee-based alternative to the dessert-style milkshake.
Specialty beverages have become another area where large fast-food companies are expanding their menus. McDonaldâs, for example, has been developing its beverage business with new specialty drinks designed to compete for more beverage occasions.
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What customers should know before Aug. 24
The biggest practical detail is the 10:30 a.m. cutoff. Customers visiting during breakfast hours get the smaller breakfast Chicken & Waffles sandwich. Those ordering from 10:30 a.m. onward can choose the full-sized entrée.
The choice of chicken also makes the new sandwich more customizable than its name suggests. Customers who want the familiar Chick-fil-A flavor can choose Original, while Spicy adds heat and Grilled provides an alternative to the breaded filets.
Another point to remember is that the announced $4.95 and $7.59 figures are starting prices. Local pricing can differ, and delivery fees, taxes or other charges may change the final cost.
Why Chicken & Waffles fits Chick-fil-Aâs 80th year
Chick-fil-A traces its beginnings to 1946, making 2026 its 80th-anniversary year. The company has been marking the milestone with its âNewstalgiaâ campaign, which mixes elements of its history with new products and experiences.
The yearlong celebration has included retro-inspired packaging, Classic Cups and merchandise, as well as permanent Frosted Sodas and Floats. Chicken & Waffles extends that idea by taking a familiar comfort-food pairing and adapting it around Chick-fil-Aâs signature chicken.
The nationwide release also follows earlier market testing. Chick-fil-A said the items were well received in test markets, helping build momentum for a broader launch.
Starting Aug. 24, customers will therefore have several decisions to make: breakfast or entrĂ©e size, Original, Spicy or Grilled chicken, how much syrup to add, and whether to pair the meal with a Sâmores Milkshake or Frosted Coffee. Since the fall lineup is available for a limited time, customers should check their local restaurant for current availability and pricing.
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