Chick-fil-A in the Student Union has been rolling out new menu options this semester to keep up with student demands.
Recently, Chick-fil-A in the Student Union stirred excitement by adding new menu items, expanding choices for students. Already a popular dining spot known for its chicken sandwiches and waffle fries, the restaurant is now branching out a variety of fresh new choices.
A fan favorite, Mac and Cheese has been permanently added to the menu, along with the Kale Crunch Side salad. Sodexo district manager Julia Neer said the changes were made “based on student requests.”
Along with the permanent menu items, a few new limited-time offers have also been added. Cherry Berry Sprite, Cherry Berry Lemonade, Cherry Berry Tea and Pretzel Sandwiches.
“Our dining team worked through Chick-fil-A’s approval process to bring Kale Crunch salad and Mac and Cheese to campus permanently,” Neer said.
This fall looks different for returning students at South Dakota State because, for the first time ever, they can experience a Chick-fil-A menu that goes beyond the basics. Sophomore Jaden VanPelt said she is happy about the changes. She said she appreciates the menu this year because she has more items to choose from when she is hungry.
“I am most excited for the new pretzel sandwiches,” VanPelt said.
She added that she appreciated the menu this year because she has more items to choose from when she is hungry.
With Chick-fil-A being as popular as it is, the lines and wait times are sometimes a stretch for students. Since the new menu additions, Jaden has noticed significantly longer lines than last year.
“Peak hour for lunch is right around 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.,” VanPelt said.
Freshman Nora Baustert is a frequent customer at Chick-fil-A. She said, “My favorite meal is the Chicken Nuggets, but when I am looking for a healthier option, I go for the Kale Crunch salad and Grilled Nuggets.”
As a first-year student, Nora appreciates the fuller menu, but hopes that even more options will be added in the future, she said.
Despite the effort put into menu expansions, Neer said that “so far there hasn’t been a large increase in students ordering these two new menu items.”
