Raising Cane’s Expanded Washington Restaurant Footprint
The chicken chain has filed plans for new locations in Lakewood, Puyallup, and Burlington.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Raising Cane’s has advanced plans for three new restaurants in Washington state. The expansion follows the successful opening of the company’s University District location in Seattle earlier this year.
Why it matters
These filings represent the next phase of the chain's growth across the state, bringing the brand into new communities including Lakewood and Burlington.
The company has initiated development for sites at 10025 Lakewood Drive SW, 4110 S. Meridian, and 1075 S. Burlington Blvd. This growth follows the debut of their Seattle University District restaurant in February 2026.
The players
Raising Cane’s
This fast-food restaurant chain is known for its focused menu of chicken fingers and its rapid national expansion.
Department of Ecology
This Washington state agency oversees environmental regulations and granted stormwater coverage for the new Lakewood site.
The details
Raising Cane’s filed public records with the state Department of Ecology and respective city governments to secure the new sites. While construction is underway for the Lakewood and Burlington locations, the company previously canceled a planned restaurant in Renton.
Timeline
February 17, 2026: The University District location in Seattle opened.
October 21, 2026: Construction is scheduled to begin in Lakewood.
January 19, 2027: Construction is scheduled to begin in Burlington.
May 29, 2027: Construction is scheduled to conclude in Lakewood.
August 26, 2027: Construction is scheduled to conclude in Burlington.
Market Landscape
The expansion follows the broader trend of major chicken chains increasing their density in Washington state. This move intensifies competition in the region's fast-casual sector as brands vie for prime suburban real estate.
Residents in Lakewood, Puyallup, and Burlington can expect new dining options as the construction projects move toward completion. These locations will increase the brand's accessibility for customers who previously had to travel to Seattle or other existing hubs.
The takeaway
The chain's active site development demonstrates a continued commitment to growing its footprint in the Pacific Northwest. Local residents should monitor construction updates as the project timelines move through 2027.
Further reading
For more information on other local retail activity, see Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by My Northwest.
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