Raising Cane’s Locations in the U.S. (2026 Updated Guide)

Raising Cane’s has grown from one small shop in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to nearly a thousand restaurants across America. Famous for its crispy chicken fingers and signature Cane’s Sauce, the brand continues to expand every year.

If you’ve ever searched “Raising Cane’s near me” or wondered how many Raising Cane’s locations there are in the U.S., this guide covers everything—state-by-state breakdowns, top cities, and where new restaurants are opening soon.

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🏢 Total Number of Raising Cane’s Locations in the U.S.

As of Jan 2026, there are about 879 Raising Cane’s locations across the United States in 43 states and territories (source: ScrapeHero).

Raising Cane’s keeps expanding rapidly in major metro areas, suburban markets, and college towns. The chain is expected to pass 1,000 restaurants by 2026 if the current growth trend continues.

🌎 States with the Most Raising Cane’s Locations

Here’s a list of the states with the highest number of Raising Cane’s restaurants in 2026:

State	Approx. Locations	Popular Cities
Texas	~ 200	Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio
California	~ 115	Los Angeles, Sacramento, Bay Area
Ohio	~ 65	Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati
Louisiana	~ 60	Baton Rouge, New Orleans
Arizona	~ 40	Phoenix, Tempe, Tucson

Texas alone makes up nearly one-fourth of all Raising Cane’s locations in the U.S.

🏙️ Cities with the Most Raising Cane’s Restaurants

If you’re in these cities, chances are you’ll spot a Cane’s nearby:

Houston, TX – about 24 restaurants
Las Vegas, NV – around 14 restaurants
Dallas, TX – about 13 restaurants
San Antonio, TX – about 12 restaurants
Phoenix, AZ – around 10 restaurants

These high-traffic cities keep Cane’s fans coming back for quick meals, drive-thru orders, and late-night cravings.

🚫 States Without Raising Cane’s Locations (Yet)

As of 2026, a few states still don’t have a single Raising Cane’s location. These include:

Idaho
Vermont
Maine
Montana
Wyoming
South Dakota
West Virginia
U.S. Virgin Islands

However, the brand has announced plans to reach several of these states within the next few years as part of its nationwide expansion.

🚀 Expansion Plans and New Openings

Raising Cane’s continues to open new restaurants at a fast pace—50 to 100 new locations per year.

Recent openings and upcoming stores include:

San Francisco, CA: New flagship store opened in Union Square (SF Chronicle).
Detroit, MI: First Michigan locations opened (Eater Detroit).
Florida: Multiple stores opening along the East Coast.
New York City: Expansion plans near Times Square announced by Todd Graves.

These moves show that Cane’s is targeting both major urban centers and college markets where demand for quick chicken meals is strong.

🔍 How to Find a Raising Cane’s Near You

Finding your nearest Raising Cane’s is easy.

Use the official Store Locator on the Cane’s website.
Search “Raising Cane’s near me” in Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Check food delivery apps like DoorDash or Uber Eats for available locations and hours.

Each listing includes address, hours, phone number, and dine-in or drive-thru availability.

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