Regular Chick-fil-A customers might be amazed by the hidden gems beyond the standard menu board, even after weekly visits.
Savvy customers have found creative ways to customize their orders into new dishes. The secret Chick-fil-A menu stays off the official board. Breakfast breakthroughs and unique drink combinations can turn your next visit into a culinary adventure.
This piece reveals 5 must-try items that blend regular menu ingredients in unexpected ways. You’ll learn how to order these special combinations and get insider tips to customize your favorite Chick-fil-A classics into something extraordinary.
Hidden Gems: Secret Menu Customizations
Chick-fil-A doesn’t officially have a secret menu, but creative customers have found innovative ways to customize their orders. Here are some exciting hidden menu hacks that spread across social media.
The Famous Chick-fil-A menu Bowl Hack
A TikTok sensation got over 32 million views by combining nuggets, fries, and mac and cheese in a salad bowl. You can create this masterpiece by ordering these components separately and adding Garden Herb Ranch and Honey Roasted BBQ sauces. This combination might never appear on the official menu, but you can order the items separately and put them together yourself.
Custom Milkshake Combinations
Milkshakes taste better with customizable options like Banana Pudding, Cookies & Cream, Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry. The experience becomes more indulgent when you order a Cookies & Cream shake with added chocolate syrup. These customizations are possible in-store, but availability varies by location.
Sauce Mixing Techniques
Your dipping experience reaches new heights with these popular sauce combinations:
- Zesty Buffalo + Garden Herb Ranch: A perfect blend of heat and cream
- Polynesian + Chick-fil-A: A dynamic duo that works great with strips and fries
- Barbecue + Honey Mustard: The ultimate sweet and savory mix
Pro tip: Buffalo and BBQ combination works best with a 2:1 ratio (two parts BBQ, one part Buffalo). You can buy bottled sauces to make these combinations at home.
Team Members can only prepare items from the official menu. The secret lies in ordering standard menu items and combining them creatively on your own.
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Breakfast Menu Hidden Treasures
Chick-fil-A’s breakfast menu opens up a world of morning possibilities beyond their standard offerings. The morning menu has grown from a simple Chicken Biscuit in 1986 into a rich source of customizable options.
The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich Build
You can mix and match proteins to create your perfect morning sandwich. Their Hash Brown Scramble Burrito comes with five protein choices, and any breakfast sandwich can include extra bacon or chicken. The Spicy Chicken, Egg & Cheese Biscuit adds a spicy kick to your morning – though availability varies during breakfast hours.
Creative Morning Meal Combinations
The Hash Brown Scramble Bowl stands out at $4.99. This versatile dish combines:
- Grilled or spicy chicken
- Crispy nuggets
- Sausage
- Bacon
- No meat option
Pro tip: The Creamy Salsa Dressing can replace standard Jalapeño Salsa to lift your Hash Brown Scramble experience. This creamy, smoky dressing cuts through the heat and adds complex flavors to your breakfast.
Early Bird Special Items
Fresh biscuits start your morning adventure with their crispy exterior and fluffy interior. These biscuits keep their crunch even after 30 minutes with eggs. Health-conscious guests can enjoy the Egg White Grill with its citrus-flavored grilled chicken breast on a toasted multigrain English muffin.
The colorful fruit cup provides a fresh mix of red and green apples, strawberry slices, blueberries, and mandarin segments for a lighter option. Note that breakfast service ends at 10:30 AM, so plan your visit early to try these morning specialties.
Savory Side Dish Modifications
Want to make your Chick-fil-A side dishes even better? The restaurant chain has added some exciting twists to their classic sides that you’ll love.
Pimento Cheese Add-ons
Chick-fil-A’s menu now features their own pimento cheese blend with green chiles and red pimentos mixed into cheddar cheese. You can grab an individual order starting at $3.99 or get it for your next party at $6.50. This southern favorite’s popularity on U.S. menus has jumped 8.5% over the last four years. Here’s what you can do with this tasty addition:
- Use it as a dip for waffle fries or nuggets
- Add it to your biscuits or sandwiches
- Take it home to enjoy with Waffle Potato Chips
Waffle Fry Enhancement Options
Chick-fil-A’s beloved waffle fries are better than ever. The recipe got a makeover to keep them crispy longer. The Chick-fil-A App lets you customize your fries with extra toppings, depending on your location. Adding or removing toppings is just a tap away.
Mac and Cheese Upgrades
The signature mac and cheese comes loaded with Parmesan, Cheddar, and Romano cheeses. You can make it even better with a few tweaks. Mix in some chopped chicken nuggets for extra protein. Pro tip: Create a Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese by adding Zesty Buffalo and Garden Herb Ranch sauces. Some spots even let you add bacon bits, but check your local restaurant first.
Since June 12, 2023, ordering these customized sides is easier through the Chick-fil-A App or your favorite delivery services like DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub.