Raising Cane's, the popular fast-food chain specializing in chicken fingers, is planning on opening their first Suffolk County location in late 2026 as part of the brand's entry into the Long Island market.
Know for their signature Cane's Sauce, Raising Cane's is slated to open in Commack at the location of a former McDonald's restaurant, pending the approval of permits by the local municipality.
“Pending city permitting and approval, Raising Cane’s is aiming to bring our ONE LOVE Craveable Chicken Finger Meals to Commack, NY at 2 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway in late 2026,” a Raising Cane's spokesperson said in a statement.
The chain currently also has other Long Island locations in the works in Carle Place and Farmingdale, following the opening of a flagship restaurant in Manhattan's Times Square in 2025.
Raising Cane’s originally announced their proposed expansion into the Tri-State Area in 2024, stating at the time that they intended to open hundreds of locations across New York State.
The chain is known for their fried chicken, which is marinated and battered, their secret dipping sauce, and chicken sandwiches that come with sides such as crinkle-cut fries, coleslaw, and Texas toast.