RICHMOND, Va. — Chick-fil-A has cut the ribbon on a new location in the city, while also plotting further expansion in the counties. The fast-food chain opens for business today (Tuesday) at its new Three James Center location at 1051 E. Cary St. downtown. The chicken sandwich-focused franchise has taken over the former Arby’s space. It’s the third location for Chick-fil-A in the city, joining spots on VCU’s Monroe Park and medical school campuses. Read more on Richmond BizSense.
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Once home to Arby’s, the restaurant space in Three James Center now houses Chick-fil-A.<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>
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