For longtime residents of Lafayette and surrounding areas, the food court at Acadiana Mall holds plenty of memories. Crowded weekends. Window shopping. And for many, that first unforgettable bite of Chick-fil-A, often handed out as a free sample by someone trying to convince shoppers this chicken sandwich was worth their few hard-earned dollars.
Now, that chapter is coming to a close.
According to an Advocate report, Chick-fil-A will permanently close its Acadiana Mall location on Wednesday , ending a 46-year run that began in March 1979.
A Landmark Location With Deep Roots
The Acadiana Mall Chick-fil-A was more than just another restaurant. It was the first Chick-fil-A location in Louisiana west of the Mississippi River and, for many locals, their introduction to a brand that was still largely unknown at the time…