Fried chicken fans in Liverpool can experience Popeyes® world-famous Chicken Sandwich at 17 Ranelagh Street from Thursday, 2nd April

Popeyes® UK has announced it will be bringing its iconic Louisiana fried chicken back to Liverpool with the opening of its second restaurant in the city centre. The new restaurant, located at 17 Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, L1 1JW, will officially open at 11am on Thursday 2nd April.

Marking its 9th opening of 2026 and 5th in Merseyside, Popeyes® will be pulling out all the stops, showcasing its New Orleans hospitality with exciting launch day giveaways for locals.

On opening day, the first three customers in the queue will win the ultimate prize of free Deluxe Chicken Sandwiches for an entire year*. Plus, the first 50 customers in the queue will be treated to exclusive Popeyes® UK merchandise, and the first 100 will bag a free Deluxe Chicken Sandwich.

Popeyes® has become known for its round-the-block queues on opening day across the UK, with fans queuing overnight for the opening of the Lord Street restaurant in 2022. To be part of the action at Liverpool Central, the team is advising hungry customers to arrive early to avoid missing out on the epic giveaways.

With dine-in and speedy takeaway options available, fried chicken fans will soon be able to enjoy Popeyes® favourites like the iconic Popeyes Chicken Sandwich, Signature Wraps and the Saucin’ Boneless & Hot Wings range as well as Hand Spun Shakes.

Building on its core menu, Popeyes® is turning up the flavour with its new Kickback Collection, centred around the brand’s signature smoky, tangy and pickle-y Kickback Dip. A true fan favourite, the dip has already seen more than 19.37 million millilitres sold since its introduction in November alone.

Rolling out nationwide, the Kickback Sandwich leads the line-up, featuring Popeyes® iconic 100% fresh, Shatter Crunchin’ chicken, topped with smoked cheese, fresh pickles and the signature Kickback Sauce, all nestled in a soft brioche bun.

Also landing is the Kickback Box Meal, starring the Kickback Sandwich alongside a choice of two Tenders, three Hot Wings or four Boneless pieces, served with regular Fries, a drink and an extra Kickback Dip for maximum smoky, tangy enjoyment.

All Popeyes® chicken is marinated for 12 hours in its signature blend of bold Louisiana seasoning, then hand-breaded and battered to deliver that world-famous ‘Shatter-Crunch’.

The Breakfast menu will also be available 8am until 10am every day, and will even include a Breakfast meal deal for just £1.99 – consisting of the Brekkie Roll, a Cajun Hash Brown and a drink.

Tom Crowley, Popeyes® UK CEO, said: “We can’t wait to bring the bold flavours of Louisiana to the heart of Liverpool for the second time. We’re bringing more of the spirit of New Orleans to Merseyside and we can’t wait to welcome the local community and celebrate together.”

The new restaurant will be located at 17 Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, L1 1JW and brings 113 new jobs to the local area. Plans include 58 seats inside and self-service kiosks and collection points for a seamless dining experience.