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Two Texas customers are suing Popeyes and its parent company for $1.5 million, alleging negligence and deceptive trade practices after finding a condom-like object in fried chicken at a Houston location in July. Popeyes says the item was likely a glove, but refunded the guests and apologized. The lawsuit, filed Aug. 3, cites fears of contamination and seeks damages under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
Restaurant Brands International beat Q2 2026 earnings expectations with adjusted EPS of $1.07 on $2.52 billion in revenue, led by Burger King US same-store sales up 8.5% and international BK growth of 5.4%, while Popeyes US same-store sales fell 5.2% and Tim Hortons was flat in Canada; executives pointed to ongoing investments, renovations and menu/marketing improvements, with Popeyes expected to rebound in the second half, and shares moved lower as other chains lagged.
A taste-tested ranking compares Burger King Big Fish, Popeyes classic flounder, McDonald's Filet-O-Fish, Wendy's crispy panko, and Popeyes spicy flounder, placing Popeyes’ spicy flounder first and Burger King’s Big Fish last while noting differences in texture, tartar sauce, buns, and toppings across the chains during Lent.
USA TODAY reports that Sailormen Inc., the Florida-based Popeyes franchisee operating more than 130 restaurants, plans to close three Georgia locations (1817 Glynn Ave., Brunswick; 628 W Parker St., Baxley; 419 S Church St., Homerville) as part of Chapter 11 proceedings that also include 17 prior closures in Georgia and Florida. Sailormen cites weak foot traffic, inflation, and a failed 2024 restaurant deal; Popeyes says the bankruptcy does not reflect the brand’s overall health.
Three Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen locations in Georgia have closed after Sailormen Inc., the franchisee overseeing roughly 130 Popeyes in Georgia and Florida, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January. The company’s court filing indicates the closures will cut more than $1 million annually from SG&A and restaurant costs, as Sailormen works to reject the leases on shuttered sites while continuing its broader restructuring.
Yelp's latest report reveals that Chick-fil-A has overtaken Popeyes as America's favorite fried chicken sandwich chain, with Dave's Hot Chicken, Raising Cane's, and Shake Shack rounding out the top five. Despite Popeyes' historical significance in popularizing the fried chicken sandwich craze, it now ranks fifth, while McDonald's remains a regional favorite but only ninth nationally. Preferences may shift again in the future, but Chick-fil-A currently leads the pack.
Popeyes has introduced limited-time Chicken Wraps and a new beverage lineup to compete with McDonald's upcoming return of the Snack Wrap, with Popeyes' wraps featuring hand-breaded chicken, various spreads, and biscuit-inspired tortillas, while McDonald's plans to bring back their Snack Wraps in July.
Popeyes introduces limited-time fried chicken wraps available nationwide until supplies last, offering a portable alternative to their popular chicken sandwiches, along with new blueberry lemonade and tea for summer.
To celebrate Beyoncé's new country-inspired album, Popeyes is renaming its Combo menu to "Cowboy Combo Meals," featuring a variety of combo options including classic Chicken Sandwich and Blackened Chicken Sandwich. Available nationwide for one week only, the Cowboy Combo Meals can be ordered for pick up or delivery through Popeyes.com/menu.
R&B star Chris Brown and his fellow investors are facing potential asset seizure after defaulting on a $2 million bank loan used to open two Popeyes franchises. A court in California has ordered Brown to personally pay over $1.3 million to City National Bank, with the possibility of assets being seized if he fails to respond within 30 days. This adds to Brown's ongoing legal issues, including a lawsuit for allegedly assaulting a man in London and a history of legal troubles dating back to 2009.
Michigan Popeyes franchise fined $48,251 for violating child labor laws after 63 teens, ages 14 and 15, were found to have worked more than 18 hours when school was in session and past 7 p.m. before June 1 and past 9 p.m. between June 1 and Labor Day. The parent company, Michigan Multi-King Inc., which operates the Popeyes in Troy, cooperated in the investigation and took action to remediate the issues. The Fair Labor Standards Act prohibits 14- and 15-year-old employees from working late hours and operating hazardous equipment. Popeyes franchisee is committed to ensuring strict compliance with labor laws going forward.
A Popeyes restaurant in Troy, Michigan, has been cited for violating child labor laws after employing 63 teens aged 14-15 during school hours, resulting in a $48,251 fine. The parent company, Restaurant Brands International, did not immediately comment. The Labor Department has seen a 69% increase in child labor law violations, with 955 cases identified in fiscal year 2023, and has formed an Interagency Task Force to Combat Child Labor Exploitation to address the issue.
Ken Jeong stars in Popeyes' first Super Bowl commercial, featuring the chain's new wings. The comedic spot shows Jeong as a man who cryogenically froze himself 52 years ago waiting for the "best-ever" wing to be created. Jeong, a former medical resident, reveals that he used to eat Popeyes after long shifts. The ad also features his goldendoodle, Mocha. Jeong expresses gratitude for the opportunity and discusses his current hosting roles on "I Can See Your Voice" and "The Masked Singer."
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen will give away free wings if the Buffalo Bills, Baltimore Ravens, or Philadelphia Eagles win Super Bowl 58, with the offer available two days after the game with any online or in-app purchase. The promotion is tied to the launch of five new flavors of wings and is reminiscent of Taco Bell's World Series promotion.
Popeyes is adding a new line of wings to its menu, including Honey BBQ, Roasted Garlic Parmesan, Signature Hot, Ghost Pepper, and Sweet N'Spicy flavors. The fast-food chain hopes to recreate the success it had with its chicken sandwich debut in 2019. Wings have gained popularity as cheap eats, and Popeyes saw a surge in sales and customer interest when it introduced limited-time wing promotions. The success of these promotions led to the decision to make wings a permanent menu item. Popeyes expects the wings to attract a younger demographic and potentially spark a marketing war with competitors.