Network Rail has welcomed the opening of Louisiana chicken restaurant Popeyes at Waterloo station, marking Popeyes first foray into travel retail.
Comprising more than 1,820sq ft of prime retail space, the restaurant is new to Network Rail’s retail portfolio and the first Popeyes to open across its 19 managed stations in Great Britian.
Bringing a taste of New Orleans to Waterloo, Popeyes has over 3,700 worldwide restaurants and is one of the largest chicken brands globally. Popeyes operates in over 30 European countries, with a well-balanced offering including classics from their American menus and locally exclusive items.
Known for their 12-hour marinated Louisiana chicken, all Popeyes food is freshly hand prepared. At Waterloo, Popeyes will be serving takeaway and dine-in eating from breakfast through to dinner, with customers able to pick from internationally enjoyed items including The Chicken Sandwich and Hot Wings.
Popeyes launched by offering the first 50 diners free meals, with the first 3 customers given a special prize to eat free at the restaurant for a year. Queuing started 18 hours ahead of opening, with a brass band performance marking the occasion at Waterloo station.
