Popeyes Brings 'Broke the Internet' Chicken to Merry Hill Retail Park
The popular American fast food chain Popeyes, which famously 'broke the internet' with its viral chicken sandwich, is set to open a new restaurant at Merry Hill Retail Park in Brierley Hill. This exciting addition marks another significant step in Popeyes UK's rapid expansion, bringing its iconic New Orleans-inspired menu to one of the region's busiest retail and leisure destinations.
New Orleans Flavors Arrive in the West Midlands
Popeyes will soon welcome guests at Merry Hill, offering a full menu that includes fan favorites such as the legendary Popeyes chicken sandwich, wings, tenders, and signature chicken wraps. The menu is complemented by classic sides like Southern Biscuits and Cajun gravy, ensuring a complete dining experience rooted in Louisiana hospitality.
Tom Crowley, Popeyes UK CEO, expressed his enthusiasm: "We're incredibly excited to be opening at Merry Hill. The West Midlands has shown huge love for Popeyes, and we know there’s real appetite in the area for our bold New Orleans flavors. Merry Hill is a vibrant, high-energy destination, so we can’t wait to welcome guests and serve up that famous shatter crunch."
Fresh Ingredients and Signature Crunch
Popeyes prides itself on using 100% fresh chicken, marinated for 12 hours in a unique blend of Louisiana herbs and spices. Each piece is hand-breaded and battered on-site to deliver the brand's world-famous crunch, a key element that has garnered international acclaim.
HoneyBBQ Range and Community Impact
To celebrate the opening, Popeyes will introduce its bold HoneyBBQ range, featuring items such as:
- The HoneyBBQ Sandwich, with a crunchy chicken breast drenched in rich Honey BBQ sauce, topped with pepper jack cheese, crispy smoky onions, pickled jalapeños, and ranch in a soft brioche bun.
- The HoneyBBQ Superstack, box meal, wrap, kids' poppy meal, and HoneyBBQ loaded fries.
This new restaurant will create approximately 50 new jobs for the local community, boosting employment opportunities in Brierley Hill. Full opening details, including the exact date, will be announced in the coming weeks, adding to the anticipation among food enthusiasts and shoppers alike.
The Merry Hill location is poised to become a hotspot for those craving authentic Southern flavors, further solidifying Popeyes' presence in the UK market as it continues to expand its footprint across the country.
