Popeyes Expanding, Taste Tests
Popeyes is still expanding, with new locations opening in Lapeer, Michigan, and Hull, England [ ]. People even camped out for the Hull opening []. Recent taste tests rank the classic and spicy sandwiches as top picks, with the Ghost Pepper option being seriously hot [].
The Hull location, Popeyes' first in East Yorkshire, officially opened March 13 at Kingswood Retail Park. To celebrate, the first four walk-up customers and the first four cars in the "Park & Serve" bays won free Deluxe Chicken Sandwiches for a year. The first 50 in line received exclusive merchandise, and the first 100 got a free Deluxe Chicken Sandwich. The Lapeer, Michigan, location's opening has been anticipated since 2021, facing delays due to issues with MDOT regarding the driveway location. The restaurant is located on S. Main Street (M-24) near Belle Tire. Popeyes is also introducing its new Kickback Collection, built around its smoky, tangy Kickback Dip, which has already seen more than 19 million millilitres sold since launching in November. The range includes the Kickback Sandwich, featuring the brand's 100% fresh, Shatter Crunch chicken topped with smoked cheese, pickles and Kickback Sauce in a brioche bun. There's also a Kickback Box Meal, which includes the sandwich alongside a choice of tenders, hot wings or boneless pieces, plus fries, a drink and an extra dip.
