Bellingham Chick-fil-A Vandalized on April 30 2026. Photo Courtesy of Mikey McDevitt to BMN
BELLINGHAM, WA (BMN) — A newly constructed Chick-fil-A location in Bellingham was vandalized this week, just days before its anticipated grand opening.
Photos shared with Bellingham Metro News show red spray-painted graffiti across the exterior wall of the restaurant, located on Cordata Parkway. The message appears to reference opposition to meat consumption, with wording directed at “carnists,” a term sometimes used in discussions around veganism and animal rights.
The incident comes as the location prepares to open on April 30, putting the business roughly one week out from welcoming its first customers. The restaurant has been under construction for several months and has drawn significant attention locally as one of the first Chick-fil-A locations in the immediate area.
It is unclear at this time when the vandalism occurred or whether any suspects have been identified. There has been no official word yet on whether the damage will impact the planned opening date.
The location is expected to be locally owned and operated, with preparations already underway for opening day operations. Despite the setback, the building itself appears structurally unaffected based on available images, with the damage limited to exterior surfaces.
Traffic on and after April 30 is expected to reach record levels as this is one of the most anticipated restaurant openings in Whatcom since Texas Roadhouse opened in the Cordata and Guide Meridian area. This Chick-fil-A will also be the closest location to the Greater Vancouver BC Metropolitan area.
A Chick-fil-A in Burlington WA is also currently still in planning and is expected to be constructed on a parcel on Nevitt Road near the Burlington McDonalds.
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