New Chick-Fil-A Opening Its Doors Near RSM Oct. 14

LADERA RANCH, CA — Order up, Mission Viejo. A brand-new Chick-fil-A is opening its doors in Ladera Ranch on Oct. 14, and 100 local heroes will be honored at the grand opening in a big way. According to a statement released by Chick-fil-A, 100 local heroes making an impact in Ladera Ranch will be honored with free Chick-fil-A for an entire year.

Additionally, Chick-fil-A will donate $25,000 to Feeding America. The funds will be disbursed to partners within the great Orange County area to help the fight against hunger, the statement said.

The new restaurant is located at 27712 Antonio Pkwy in Ladera Ranch, and Chick-fil-A, Inc. has selected Orange County resident Mark Howery as the independent franchised owner/operator of the eatery. Howery grew up in Orange County and currently operates Chick-fil-A Laguna Niguel, a location he's manned for seven years.

"I've called Orange County home my entire life, and I am humbled by the opportunity to continue making a difference in the community that has meant so much to me," Howery said in the statement. "With the opening of Chick-fil-A Ladera, I look forward to bringing new jobs to Ladera Ranch, mentoring my team members and serving our neighbors great-tasting food with Chick-fil-A's signature hospitality."

Chick-fil-A Ladera will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday.