
Lafayette’s Raising Cane’s on Kaliste Saloom Reopened After Full Renovation
LAFAYETTE, La. - A Lafayette Raising Cane's is celebrating a grand re-opening on Monday, April 27, following renovations to the restaurant.

The newly remodeled restaurant is located at 2516 Kaliste Saloom Road (in between Spa Mizan and Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers). The store refresh brings updated designs, modern upgrades, and community-inspired details to town.
What's New Inside the Renovated Lafayette Raising Cane's
The restaurant features a refreshed exterior and renovated dining room that highlights Lafayette's local pride, schools, notable figures, and cultural traditions. Customers can enjoy renovated dining areas, which include new tables, chairs, lighting and more.
“At Raising Cane’s, we’re committed to more than just great Chicken Fingers. We’re passionate about creating spaces that celebrate the Communities we’re part of,” said Raising Cane’s Area Leader of Restaurants Billy Mick. “Our Lafayette remodel is an investment in the people and culture here, bringing in elements of Acadiana, our schools and hometown pride to create a space that feels authentic to the area, while still delivering the Craveable Chicken Finger Meals our Customers count on.”
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Community Celebration on May 1: Swag, Ribbon Cutting, and a Charity Donation
In addition to today's reopening celebration, there will be a community celebration at this Cane's location on Friday, May 1 beginning at 9 a.m. The event will include swag giveaways for the first 50 dine-in customers who purchase a combo (while supplies last), ribbon cutting ceremony, and a $1,500 check presentation to Miles Perret Cancer Services.
The Story Behind Raising Cane's: From LSU Campus to 1,000 Locations Worldwide
Of course, many of us in South Louisiana know the history of Raising Cane's, from its humble beginnings near the LSU campus, starting in 1996. The brand has grown to over 1,000 restaurants around the world, with nearly 100 new restaurants opening in 2026 alone.
What Makes Raising Cane's Menu Different: 24-Hour Marinated Chicken and Handmade Sides
Raising Cane's signature menu from the get-go has built on ONE LOVE® and includes premium chicken marinated for 24 hours before cooking fresh for every order. Crewmembers prepare everything by hand each day, from mixing Cane’s Sauce and grilling Cane’s Toast to freshly squeezing lemons for lemonade, ensuring every meal delivers the flavor and quality Caniacs expect.
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Gallery Credit: Jude Walker
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