scorecardChick-fil-A is opening its first Hawaii location, but the chain has had a luau-themed restaurant for years. See inside Truett's Luau.
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Chick-fil-A is opening its first Hawaii location, but the chain has had a luau-themed restaurant for years. See inside Truett's Luau.

Mary Meisenzahl   

Chick-fil-A is opening its first Hawaii location, but the chain has had a luau-themed restaurant for years. See inside Truett's Luau.
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  • Chick-fil-A is planning a location in Hawaii for 2022.
  • The chain has had a Hawaiian luau-themed restaurant since 2013.
  • The luau restaurant has Polynesian decor and specialty menu items.

Chick-fil-A just announced that it will open the first Hawaii location in 2022.

Chick-fil-A just announced that it will open the first Hawaii location in 2022.
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The Hawaii location is a first for Chick-fil-A, but the chain already has a Hawaiian luau-themed restaurant, Truett's Luau.

The Hawaii location is a first for Chick-fil-A, but the chain already has a Hawaiian luau-themed restaurant, Truett
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The restaurant is located in Georgia and is named after Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy.

The restaurant is located in Georgia and is named after Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy.
Chick-fil-A has a Hawaii-themed restaurant in Georgia.      Chick-fil-A

Cathy picked out the Polynesian decor himself.

Cathy picked out the Polynesian decor himself.
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Cathy wanted the restaurant to be a place "where we celebrate as family with laughter, fun times, and good food," which a sign on the restaurant still reads.

Cathy wanted the restaurant to be a place "where we celebrate as family with laughter, fun times, and good food," which a sign on the restaurant still reads.
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The 8,000 square foot restaurant has sit-down seating, counter service, and a drive-thru.

The 8,000 square foot restaurant has sit-down seating, counter service, and a drive-thru.
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It was built in 2013.

It was built in 2013.
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Like typical Chick-fil-A restaurants, Truett's Luau is closed on Sundays.

Like typical Chick-fil-A restaurants, Truett
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Workers wear Hawaiian shirts and greet customrse with "Aloha."

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Truett's Luau sells bubble lemonade, milkshakes, and frozen lemonade.

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The restaurant has its own TikTok where customers can learn more about it.

The location has an exclusive tropical sauce for nuggets.

@truettsluau

Don’t forget to ask for our Tropical Sauce for your Minis at breakfast ☀️##truettsluau ##breakfast

♬ Don't be suspicious - io non so

Grilled mahi tacos, fried cod sandwiches, and island chicken salad sandwiches are also on the menu.

Even classic fries get a twist, like sweet potato fries.

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The general manager shows off more details that contribute to the theme, including a luau-themed rickshaw and a waterfall.

@truettsluau

Aloha, it’s been a busy first day on TikTok here at the Luau. Maholo (thanks) @emilyclevengerr for the introduction! ##truettsluau ##chickfila

♬ original sound - Truett's Luau

For big fans, there's even merch available to buy from the restaurant.

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The Hawaii location will be a regular Chick-fil-A with the standard menu.

The Hawaii location will be a regular Chick-fil-A with the standard menu.
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