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P.F. Chang's · Kyoto Cabin
A cocktail made with Woodford Reserve Bourbon, black tea, maple and lemon, finished with a nutmeg aroma, part of the Autumn in Kyoto seasonal menu.
Every maple menu item, by chain and by year
Which US restaurant chains put maple on the menu, when each launch ran, and who got there first.
Key data
MenuLaunches has tracked 8 maple menu launches across 5 US restaurant chains between 2026 and 2026, peaking in 2026-09. The chains that use it most are P.F. Chang's, Sweetgreen, Krispy Kreme, Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.
- Launches
- 8
- Chains
- 5
- Years covered
- 2026–2026
- Peak month
- 2026-09
Launches by month
When chains actually put this on the menu.
- 126-08
- 726-09
Who launched maple first in 2026
Ordered by announce date.
| # | Chain | Item | Announced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chick-fil-A | Chicken and Waffles Sandwich | August 25, 2026 |
| 2 | Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers | Maple Pecan Concrete | September 4, 2026 |
| 3 | Sweetgreen | Roasted Bacon Brussels | September 4, 2026 |
| 4 | Sweetgreen | Maple Glazed Salmon | September 4, 2026 |
| 5 | Sweetgreen | Autumn Harvest Bowl | September 4, 2026 |
| 6 | Krispy Kreme | Fall & Football Dozen | September 12, 2026 |
| 7 | Sweetgreen | Fall Harvest Menu | September 14, 2026 |
| 8 | P.F. Chang's | Kyoto Cabin | September 16, 2026 |
All launches
ReturningWhile supplies last
Sweetgreen · Fall Harvest Menu
Seasonal fall menu featuring maple-glazed brussels sprouts topped with crumbled bacon and charred jalapeno ranch, alongside the Harvest Bowl.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Krispy Kreme · Fall & Football Dozen
A seasonal assortment box including Football-shaped shell donuts filled with white Kreme and dipped in chocolate icing, Pumpkin Spice Cake Donuts, Maple Cheesecake Donuts, and Original Glazed Donuts.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Sweetgreen · Autumn Harvest Bowl
A bowl combo of blackened chicken, maple glazed Brussels sprouts, roasted sweet potatoes, apples, goat cheese, roasted almonds, wild rice, shredded kale, and balsamic vinaigrette.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Sweetgreen · Maple Glazed Salmon
A new plate featuring miso glazed salmon, maple glazed Brussels sprouts, warm roasted sweet potatoes, napa cabbage slaw, white rice and garlic aioli.
SeasonalWhile supplies last
Sweetgreen · Roasted Bacon Brussels
A new seasonal side made with maple glazed Brussels sprouts with or without crumbled bacon and charred jalapeño ranch.
Limited-time offer5 days left
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers · Maple Pecan Concrete
A frozen custard treat with the option of blending bacon into the mix and topping it with crumbled bacon.
Limited-time offerWhile supplies last$6.69
Chick-fil-A · Chicken and Waffles Sandwich
A crispy-fried chicken filet with three pieces of applewood-smoked bacon and honey butter spread, sandwiched between two warm, maple-flavored waffles, served with a side of syrup. Available in breakfast and entree sizes, with grilled or spicy filet options.