Manatee's Next Chick-fil-A to Open in Bayshore Gardens

MANATEE COUNTY — South county will get a new Chick-fil-A next week. The company's newest Manatee County location opens next Thursday, May 15, at 6010 14th Street West near Bayshore Gardens. Nathan Anderson will be the local owner-operator.

The restaurant will be open Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., with the drive-thru remaining open until 10 p.m. It will offer dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, delivery, and catering.

"Our goal at Chick-fil-A Bayshore Gardens is to do more than serve great food—we want to create opportunities for our leaders to grow and make a difference," said Anderson. "My family and I are honored to serve Bradenton and build a restaurant where guests, team members, and the community feel valued and supported."

A Florida native, Anderson transitioned from retail operations to Chick-fil-A in 2015 because he was drawn to the restaurant company’s hospitality and community focus. He served as a local Owner-Operator in Colorado for nearly a decade.

Anderson's family, along with his entire leadership team and their families, moved back to his home state. He says they are focused on developing team members, delivering exceptional service, and cultivating community partnerships.