Chick-fil-A Will Open Johnson City Location
The restaurant at the Oakdale Commons is scheduled to open its doors on October 1, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 18, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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A new Chick-fil-A restaurant is slated to open at the Oakdale Commons in Johnson City on October 1, 2026. The site was previously occupied by a Key Bank branch, which was demolished in November 2025 to make way for the new construction.
Why it matters
The opening represents a new retail expansion in the area, providing residents with a fresh dining option at the established Oakdale Commons site. This development is part of a broader growth strategy for the chain within Broome County.
The new restaurant will maintain daily operating hours from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday. This site replaces a former Key Bank branch that was cleared in late 2025.
The players
Chick-fil-A
This American fast-food restaurant chain specializes in chicken sandwiches and operates over 3,000 locations across the United States.
Oakdale Commons
This commercial center serves as a primary retail hub located in Johnson City.
Town Square Mall
This shopping facility serves as a major commercial destination within the town of Vestal.
The details
Construction of the facility at the Oakdale Commons is now complete following the demolition of the former bank building. Simultaneously, crews continue to work on a second project for the company at the Town Square Mall in Vestal, where a former Storming Crab restaurant previously operated.
Timeline
November 2025: Demolition of the Key Bank branch occurred.
September 18, 2026: Official details regarding the opening were confirmed.
October 1, 2026: The restaurant is expected to begin operations.
Market Landscape
This development follows the growing industry trend of repurposing former financial sector real estate for fast-food operations. The dual expansion into Johnson City and Vestal highlights the ongoing competition for prime retail space in Broome County.
Local diners will gain a new food option at the Oakdale Commons starting in early October. The addition of this location provides residents with a consistent operating schedule from Monday through Saturday.
The takeaway
The project demonstrates how retail developers are successfully transforming vacant bank lots into high-traffic dining destinations. Residents can anticipate similar site-conversion projects as commercial hubs continue to modernize their footprint.
What happens next
The restaurant is scheduled to begin operations on October 1, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on retail activity, visit Johnson City Openings & Closings.
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