On Monday 28th October – Popeyes® UK, the home of Famous Louisiana Chicken, opened the doors (and lanes) to its latest Drive-Thru restaurant in West Yorkshire, with over 100 people queueing for the official opening to get hold of the Chicken Sandwich which ‘broke the internet’.
The Drive-Thru officially opened at 11am on Monday 28th October on Plantation Way in Gildersome, with the launch seeing customers queue around the block.
In true Popeyes® UK fashion, the brand brought its signature New Orleans energy and hospitality, treating chicken fans to hundreds of free Chicken Sandwiches, plus limited-edition, car-themed Popeyes® UK merchandise which was given to those who attended the launch.
Vijay and Usman, locals from Gildersome, were the first customers through the Drive-Thru lane after queuing for the viral Chicken Sandwich.
Vijay commented: “I first tried Popeyes in Wakefield and the Chicken was really juicy and succulent, so I knew I had to come down and try it when I saw it was opening so close to home.”
While Usman added: “I visited Popeyes in Meadowhall, and my kids love it, the menu is great value and the Spicy Chicken Sandwich is next level. When I saw Popeyes was opening closer to home, I knew I had to pop down.”
For those who missed the Gildersome launch day, the brand is extending its generosity with a brand-new giveaway and the chance to also win free Chicken Sandwiches for a year. Each day between Tuesday 29th October – Sunday 3rd November, one lucky customer will find a golden-wrapped Chicken Sandwich at random, also earning them the coveted prize*.
Starting tomorrow, Tuesday, 29th October, Popeyes® will also be serving its breakfast menu, featuring British breakfast classics with a New Orleans twist. The ‘Brekkie’ menu includes the Big Cajun Roll, Cajun Hash Browns, and indulgent Nutella-topped buttermilk biscuits. Breakfast will be available daily from 8am to 11am.
Neil Williamson, Popeyes® UK Chief Operating Officer, said: “Chicken fans in West Yorkshire have once again blown us away, with over 100 people queuing to get their hands on our famous Chicken Sandwich, as we celebrate the opening of our fifth location in the region!
“With such incredible support, we’re continuing to bring the taste of New Orleans around the UK and we’re excited to share more plans for new openings soon.”
Popeyes Gildersome is now open at Plantation Way, Unit 1A Wakefield Rd, Gildersome, Leeds LS27 7FP. The new restaurant has created over 100 jobs in the local area and marks the brand’s 5th location in West Yorkshire and its 61st nationwide.
The site includes 68 indoor seats and 26 outside, with a car park available for those who wish to dine inside. The location also offers a Drive-Thru lane and dedicated ‘Park & Serve’ bays, allowing customers to order and be served from the comfort of their vehicles.
To find out more about the Gildersome restaurant launch visit the Popeyes® UK website here. For all things Popeyes® UK follow the brand on Instagram at @PopeyesUK.