If you love old-school soda shop desserts, the Chick-fil-A Float is the kind of menu item that instantly makes sense: your choice of fountain beverage, finished with a swirl of Chick-fil-A’s signature Icedream® dessert. Chick-fil-A describes it as “a classic float… made special with a swirl of our signature Icedream® dessert.”
And yes—Floats are now a permanent part of the menu. Chick-fil-A confirms that starting January 5, 2026, restaurants nationwide are permanently adding Frosted Sodas and Floats.
What is a Chick-fil-A Float?
Chick-fil-A’s Float is exactly what you’d expect from the name—a fountain beverage plus a swirl of vanilla Icedream®, served together like the traditional floats people grew up with. Chick-fil-A’s official description emphasizes the swirl of Icedream® that makes it “special.”
Float vs Frosted Soda (don’t mix these up)
Chick-fil-A launched two related “soda + Icedream®” treats:
- Frosted Soda: Icedream® is hand-spun/blended with the fountain beverage for a creamy, shake-like texture.
- Float: Fountain beverage served with a swirl of Icedream®, more like the classic layered float experience.
If you want “milkshake energy,” go Frosted Soda. If you want the nostalgic float feel—soda sip + creamy swirls—go Float.
Chick-fil-A Float Price & Calories
| Float | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Coke® Float | $5.45 | 320 cal |
| Diet Coke® Float | $5.45 | 260 cal |
| Coke® Zero Sugar Float | $5.45 | 260 cal |
| Dr Pepper® Float | $5.45 | 320 cal |
| Diet Dr Pepper® Float | $5.45 | 260 cal |
| Hi-C® Fruit Punch Float | $5.45 | 320 cal |
| Sprite® Float | $5.45 | 320 cal |
| Powerade® Mountain Berry Blast Float | $5.45 | 290 cal |
Allergens of the Chick-fil-A Float
This menu item contains:
- Milk
Nutrition of the Chick-fil-A Float
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 290 |
| Total Fat | 7g |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5g |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 25mg |
| Sodium | 180mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 53g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g |
| Sugars | 52g |
| Protein | 7g |
Ingredients of the Chick-fil-A Float
The ingredient logic for Floats is simple:
- Icedream® ingredients (dairy + stabilizers/emulsifiers)
- Your selected beverage’s ingredients (varies by brand and whether it’s diet/zero)
How to order Chick-fil-A Floats in 2026
Here’s where a lot of people get tripped up.
Official ordering availability (most reliable statement)
Chick-fil-A’s customer support article states:
- Floats and Frosted Sodas are available for dine-in and pickup (app or online).
- Frosted Sodas are available for delivery, but Floats are not.
- Neither item can be catered.
That’s your “source of truth” for what’s supported chain-wide.
How to pick the best Float flavor
You don’t need to overthink it. Choose based on sweetness, caffeine, and the kind of “finish” you want after your meal.
If you want the most classic float experience
- Coke® Float
- Dr Pepper® Float
These are the ones that feel closest to the traditional diner float.
If you want fewer calories than the regular soda floats
- Diet Coke® Float
- Coke® Zero Sugar Float
- Diet Dr Pepper® Float
You’ll still have sugar from Icedream®, but you avoid the extra sugar load from regular soda syrup.
If you want “bright and fruity”
- Hi-C® Fruit Punch Float
- Fanta® Orange / Strawberry / Fruit Punch Floats
These usually drink more like a candy-leaning dessert.
If you want a “wildcard” that people talk about
- Powerade® Mountain Berry Blast Float
It’s a different vibe: less “soda shop,” more “creamy sports drink slush.”
If you want the most “nostalgic”
- Barq’s® Root Beer Float (if your location offers it)
Root beer floats are basically the blueprint for the category.
FAQs – Chick-fil-A Float
1) Are Chick-fil-A Floats the same price at every location?
No. Chick-fil-A notes that prices vary by location, and public location menus can show different float pricing. Always confirm your store’s price in the ordering flow.
2) Why do Floats cost more than a regular fountain drink?
Because you’re not just paying for soda—you’re paying for the dessert component (Icedream®), plus the extra build time and packaging of a Treats item. That’s why it’s priced as a dessert platform rather than a standard beverage.
3) Can I substitute a Float for my combo drink?
Sometimes stores allow upgrades, but it’s not universal. The fastest way to know is to build your meal in the app and see whether a Float appears as a drink substitution—and what the upcharge is at your store.
4) Are Floats available during breakfast hours?
Most Chick-fil-A locations allow Treats during operating hours, but local menus can vary by time of day and stock. If you don’t see Floats during breakfast pickup, try adjusting the pickup time or selecting a different nearby restaurant.
5) Are Floats available for delivery?
Chick-fil-A’s customer support states Frosted Sodas are available for delivery, but Floats are not. So plan on pickup or dine-in.
6) Why does the website show “Order delivery” on some Float pages if Floats aren’t delivered?
Some menu pages show general ordering buttons, but Chick-fil-A’s support policy clarifies Floats are not available for delivery. In practice, your selected restaurant’s checkout options decide what you can actually place.
7) Can I cater Floats for an event?
No. Chick-fil-A states neither Frosted Sodas nor Floats can be catered.
8) Do all restaurants offer every Float flavor (like Barq’s® Red Flash)?
No—Chick-fil-A says beverage selections vary by restaurant. So specialty fountain flavors may not appear everywhere.
9) Which Float flavors are usually the easiest to find?
Typically the big fountain staples: Coke®, Diet Coke®, Sprite®, Dr Pepper®. These are common fountain lineups, so they’re more likely to be enabled across locations. (Still, confirm in your store’s menu.)
10) What’s the best “value” Float to try first if I’m not sure?
If you want the safest first pick, start with Coke® Float or Dr Pepper® Float—they’re classic float flavors and usually the most “predictable” taste profile compared with fruit punch or sports drink bases.
11) Are there caffeine-free Float options?
Yes, the official Floats list includes Caffeine Free Diet Coke® Float and Caffeine Free Barq’s® Root Beer Float (availability varies by restaurant).
12) Do Floats come in multiple sizes?
Many stores display Floats as a single serving size, but what you see depends on your restaurant’s menu setup. If you only see one price and one option, that location likely offers one standard size for Floats.
13) Are Floats part of limited-time “Newstalgia” promos or are they permanent?
They launched as part of the 80th anniversary celebration, but Chick-fil-A states they’re being permanently added starting Jan 5, 2026.
Promos may come and go, but the platform is designed to stay.
14) Can I redeem Chick-fil-A One® points for Floats?
Yes—Chick-fil-A says members can redeem points for Frosted Sodas and Floats.
15) Can I gift Floats to someone through the Chick-fil-A app?
Chick-fil-A’s support article states that Silver, Red, and Signature members can gift these items. Whether gifting appears in your account depends on your tier and app features.