Chick-fil-A, a beloved fast-food chain, is known for its iconic waffle fries. However, the brand is now testing a new lineup of classic comfort sides that may just steal the spotlight from the beloved fries. The test lineup includes Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Classic French Fries, Fried Okra, Sweet Potato Soufflé, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potato Tots, Onion Rings, and Cornbread.
Some of these new sides lean distinctly Southern, such as Fried Okra, Sweet Potato Soufflé, and Cornbread. Others, like Sweet Potato Waffle Fries and Sweet Potato Tots, offer playful spins on traditional comfort-food favorites. Classic French Fries and Crispy Brussels Sprouts provide a more standard side-dish vibe but still fit alongside Chick-fil-A’s signature chicken sandwich.
Currently, these new sides are only available at select test locations. The brand’s Little Blue Kitchen in College Park, Md., and Truett’s or Dwarf House locations across Georgia are some of the places where you may find these new menu items. Not every location offers every side, so availability may vary.
Fans are already rallying behind their favorites from the test lineup. Fried okra seems to be a popular choice, with many calling it a long-overdue addition. Sweet potato fries and cornbread are also drawing strong support. The excitement among customers is high overall, with some looking forward to trying onion rings with their nuggets and others ready to swap their favorite waffle fries for sweet potato tots without hesitation.
The big question remains whether this test lineup signals a permanent expansion or is just a fun experiment for the brand. Testing these new classic comfort sides allows Chick-fil-A to gauge demand and see what resonates most with customers. And the enthusiastic response from fans suggests there is definitely interest in these new menu items.
While many customers may still be reaching for the classic waffle fries for now, those near the test locations have the opportunity to weigh in on what could potentially become the chain’s next permanent side. Whether fried okra will steal the spotlight remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure – Chick-fil-A fans have some exciting new menu items to look forward to.
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