Burger King fuels RBI growth

by Valerie Gritton

August 6, 2026

Restaurant Brands International (RBI), the parent company of Burger King, Tim Hortons, Popeyes and Firehouse Subs, reported strong second-quarter 2026 results…

Popeyes tests tipping prompts on self-order kiosks amid 'tipping fatigue' debate

July 30, 2026

Popeyes is testing tip prompts on self-order kiosks at about 12 food court locations, including one at Great Lakes Crossing Mall in Auburn Hills, Michigan…

Bankruptcy claims loom over QSR brands

July 29, 2026

Two major franchisee bankruptcies are highlighting the financial strain facing quick-service restaurant operators in 2026, according to an article in L'Express…

Popeyes brings viral Hamptons chicken tender tower nationwide

July 22, 2026

Popeyes is celebrating its chicken tenders with a national meal deal and a partnership with The Surf Lodge in the Hamptons, according to a press release.

Popeyes taps Matt Rubin as CMO

January 19, 2026

Popeyes has named Matt Rubin as chief marketing officer for the U.S. and Canada. Rubin will lead Popeyes' marketing strategy, brand positioning and customer…

Burger King, Popeyes have new head chefs

January 2, 2026

Burger King and Popeyes have new head chefs. Both have been promoted from within, according to a press release.

Popeyes partners with Blumhouse's upcoming Five Night at Freddy's 2 for menu collab

November 18, 2025

Popeyes is partnering with Blumhouse's Five Nights at Freddy's 2 horror film with a menu collab available now for a limited time, according to a press release.

Popeyes accelerates growth in Mexico with plans to open 300-plus restaurants

October 8, 2025

Chicken brand Popeyes has inked development agreements with regional franchisees in Mexico.

Popeyes opens 1st UK airport location in Birmingham

June 30, 2025

Popeyes has opened its first UK airport location at Birmingham Airport (BHX). The restaurant is its fifth in the region, according to a Travel Daily Media…

Popeyes UK hires 1st CMO

May 8, 2025

Popeyes UK has hired Jo Vaughton as the brand's first CMO. She begins her position in June and most recently served as marketing director for Pizza Express…

Popeyes opens 7th store in Bucharest

May 6, 2025

Popeyes will open a restaurant in Bucharest this week with a grand opening celebration Wednesday in the food court of the Mega Mall shopping center, according…

Popeyes Canada brings on 2 to leadership team

May 1, 2025

Popeyes Canada has brought on two to its leadership team. Brian Trier has been named general manager and Lisa Mazurkewich joins as senior director of…

Popeyes sponsoring tailgates, watch parties

October 4, 2024

Popeyes has dubbed itself The Official Wing of Watching Football. The chicken brand has introduced Sweet 'N Smokey Chipotle Wings and is teaming up with…

Popeyes to open 1st store in Ireland

August 29, 2024

Popeyes will open its first restaurant in Ireland on Sept. 20, according to a U105 report.

Popeyes makes leadership changes

August 15, 2024

Bart LaCount has been named chief marketing officer of Popeyes U.S. and Canada and Matt Rubin has been named chief digital officer of Popeyes U.S. &…

Popeyes plans New Zealand expansion with $25M investment

July 15, 2024

Louisiana-style fried chicken chain Popeyes announced plans to enter the New Zealand market with a $25 million investment, opening 10 stores and creating 15…

RBI to increase China presence with acquisition of Popeyes China, investment in Tims China

July 1, 2024

Restaurant Brands International Inc. will expand its presence in China through the acquisition of Popeyes China and a co-investment in Tims China, according to…

Popeyes introduces Boneless Wings as permanent menu additions

June 26, 2024

Popeyes has introduced Boneless Wings as a permanent menu item, available nationwide, according to a press release.

Popeyes UK names Peter Gibson as director of acquisitions and estates

April 15, 2024

Popeyes UK has named Peter Gibson director of acquisitions and estates, according to a report in The Retail Bulletin.

Popeyes to launch in Italy

February 1, 2024

Popeyes and Restaurant Brands Iberia, parent of the master franchisees for Burger King Spain, Burger King Portugal, Popeyes Spain, and Tim Hortons Spain, will…