Popeyes Menu with Prices 2026 | Full Louisiana Kitchen Breakdown

Popeyes has been serving its signature Louisiana-style fried chicken and other Southern-inspired favorites since 1972. The menu includes signature chicken, sandwiches, tenders, wings, seafood, sides, drinks, desserts, and limited-time items. This guide brings the main Popeyes menu items together with prices and calorie information for 2026.

Menu items, prices, availability, and even some offerings can vary by country and location. The prices shown in this guide are based on the menu information available for October 2026, so check your local Popeyes or its official ordering page for the latest details.

Complete Popeyes Menu with Prices 2026

The sections below cover the major categories on the current Popeyes menu, with prices and calorie information included for October 2026.

Popeyes Signature Chicken Menu Prices & Calories

Popeyes Signature Chicken is made with crispy chicken seasoned with Louisiana-style seasoning. You can order it by the piece, as a combo with a side and drink, or in larger boxes and family meals when you’re feeding a group.

Popeyes Chicken Wraps Prices 2026

Popeyes Chicken Sandwich Prices & Calories

The Popeyes chicken sandwich is one of the most popular items on the menu. It features a buttermilk-marinated, hand-battered chicken breast served on a buttery brioche bun with barrel-cured pickles. The Popeyes spicy chicken sandwich uses the same base but comes with a spicier breading blend for extra heat.

Popeyes chicken sandwiches come in several options, including classic, spicy, Honey BBQ, and bacon & cheese varieties. Prices and calorie counts vary by sandwich and combo size, so the table below gives you a quick look at the available options.

Popeyes Tenders Menu Prices and Sizes

Popeyes chicken tenders are made from whole chicken breast strips, marinated in Louisiana seasonings, hand-battered, and fried until golden. You can choose from classic, spicy, and blackened varieties, with different portion sizes and combo options available.

Popeyes offers tenders in individual servings as well as family meal options. Larger meals typically include sides, biscuits, and dipping sauces, with the exact selection depending on the meal size and availability at your location.

Popeyes Wings Menu with Prices

Popeyes wings are available in bone-in, boneless, and mix-and-match formats. According to a 2023 company report, Popeyes served over 5 million pounds of wings globally in that year alone, making wings one of its consistently top-performing categories.

Bone-In Wings

Menu Item	Price	Calories
6Pc Bone-In Wings	$6.99	720-1,290 Cal
6Pc Bone-In Wings Combo	$11.99	830-2,810 Cal
12Pc Bone-In Wings	$13.89	1,440-2,580 Cal
12Pc Bone-In Wings Combo	$17.99	1,550-4,100 Cal
18Pc Bone-In Wing Group Pack	$24.99	1,770-4,720 Cal
24Pc Bone-In Wings	$27.69	1,440 – 5,160 Cal

Boneless Wings

Menu Item	Price	Calories
6Pc Boneless Wings	$6.99	580-1,160 Cal
6Pc Classic Boneless Wings Combo	$11.99	690-2,680
12Pc Classic Boneless Wings	$13.89	1,160-2,320
12Pc Classic Boneless Wings Combo	$17.99	1,270-3,840 Cal
18Pc Classic Boneless Wing Group Pack	$24.99	2070-4,330 Cal
24Pc Classic Boneless Wings	$27.69	2,320-4,640 Cal

Mix n’ Match Wings

Menu Item	Price	Calories
12Pc Mix n’ Match Wings	$13.89	1,160-2,580 Cal
12Pc Mix n’ Match Wings Combo	$17.99	1,270-4,100 Cal
18Pc Mix n’ Match Wing Group Pack	$24.99	2,070-4,720 Cal
24Pc Mix n’ Match Wings	$27.69	2,320-5,160 Cal

Wing flavors available include Classic, Spicy, Ghost Pepper, Roasted Garlic Parmesan, Bold BBQ, and Voodoo. The Mix n’ Match option allows customers to combine any two flavors in the same order.

Popeyes Seafood Menu

Popeyes seafood menu offers a meaningful alternative for those who prefer shrimp or fish over chicken. The Shrimp Tackle Box and Surf & Turf Box are among the most ordered seafood items at Popeyes.

Popeyes Family Meals — Prices for Groups

Popeyes family meals are designed to feed four or more people and include combinations of chicken or tenders with large sides and biscuits. These are among the most cost-effective options per serving on the Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen menu.

Signature Chicken Family Meals

Menu Item	Price	Includes
8Pc Classic Signature Chicken Family Meal	$29.99	1 Large Side + 4 Biscuits
12Pc Classic Signature Chicken Family Meal	$40.99	2 Large Sides + 6 Biscuits
16Pc Classic Signature Chicken Family Meal	$50.99	3 Large Sides + 8 Biscuits

Tenders Family Meals

Menu Item	Price	Includes
8Pc Tenders Family Meal Classic	$29.99	1 Large Side + 4 Biscuits + 3 Sauces
16Pc Tenders Family Meal Classic	$50.99	2 Large Sides + 6 Biscuits + 4 Sauces
16Pc Tenders Family Meal	$50.49	3 Large Sides + 8 Biscuits + 6 Sauces

Wings Group Pack

Menu Item	Price	Includes
18Pc Mix n’ Match Wing Group Pack	$24.99	1 Large Side + 3 Sauces

Popeyes Combo Meals Overview

Combo meals at Popeyes include an entree, one regular side, one regular drink, and a biscuit. Large combos substitute a second regular side and upgrade to a large drink. Below are the core combo price points:

Combo	Regular Combo Price	Large Combo Price
2Pc Signature Chicken Combo	$9.39	$11.39
3Pc Signature Chicken Combo	$10.79	$12.79
Classic Chicken Sandwich Combo	$9.39	$11.39
3Pc Tenders Combo	$10.79	$12.79
6Pc Bone-In Wings Combo	$11.49	$13.49
6Pc Boneless Wings Combo	$11.49	$13.49
Shrimp Tackle Box Combo	$7.99	$9.99

Popeyes $5 Faves Menu — 2026 Value Options

In 2026, Popeyes introduced and expanded its $5 Faves menu nationally across the United States. These are the most popular entry-level menu items available at the $5 price point:

Item	Price	Calories
Classic Chicken Sandwich	$5.00	207-441 Cal
Spicy Chicken Sandwich	$5.00	1-132 Cal
3Pc Classic Signature Chicken	$5.00	650 Cal
3Pc Spicy Signature Chicken	$5.00	650 Cal
3Pc Classic Tenders	$5.00	530-600 Cal
3Pc Spicy Tenders ALC	$5.00	530–600 Cal
3Pc Blackened Tenders	$5.00	240–310 Cal
2 Regular Sides	$5.00	380 Cal

This value tier positions Popeyes competitively against Chick-fil-A’s $5 meal options and KFC’s value buckets, while maintaining the same preparation standard as its full-priced menu items.

Popeyes Limited-Time Menu Items — May 2026

Popeyes regularly rotates limited-time offerings to test new flavors and drive seasonal interest. The following items are currently available as of May 2026:

Limited-time items are available while supplies last and may not be offered at all Popeyes locations.

Popeyes Sides & Sweets Menu with Prices

Sides at Popeyes are served in regular and large portions. The Cajun Fries, Red Beans & Rice, and Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy are among the most ordered sides across all locations.

The biscuit at Popeyes is a point of differentiation — made from a buttermilk recipe with a flaky interior and slightly crisp exterior, it consistently ranks among the highest-rated sides in customer satisfaction surveys for the fast food category.

Popeyes Beverages — Drinks Menu and Prices

Popeyes beverages span standard fountain drinks, premium lemonades, iced teas, and a full selection of specialty cold drinks.

Popeyes Desserts Menu

Popeyes desserts are limited but well-executed. The apple pie uses a cinnamon-spiced filling in a flaky, fried crust. The Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is a newer addition that has earned strong customer feedback.

Popeyes Dipping Sauces — Full List with Prices

Popeyes offers an extensive sauce lineup. Wing sauces are priced separately from standard dipping sauces.

Standard Dipping Sauces

Wing Flavor Sauces

Sauce	Price	Calories
Honey BBQ Wing Sauce	$0.75	160 Cal
Sweet ‘N Spicy Wing Sauce	$0.75	70 Cal
Signature Hot Wing Sauce	$0.75	410 Cal

Popeyes Kids Meal Prices

Popeyes Kids Meals are designed for smaller appetites and include a main item, a kid-friendly side, and a drink. The Mac & Cheese Kids Meal is the most popular option among younger diners.

Kids Meal	Price	Calories
4Pc Boneless Kids Meal	$6.99	70 Cal
1Pc Leg Kid’s Meal	$6.99	230 Cal
1Pc Tender Kid’s Meal	$6.99	220 Cal

Current Popeyes Deals and Offers — May 2026

Popeyes periodically offers limited-time deals through its app and in-store. Below are the active promotions verified for May 2026:

Deal	Price	What’s Included
2 Sandwiches + Regular Side	$12.00	2 Chicken Sandwiches + 1 Regular Side
25% Off 3Pc Tenders Combo	$8.09	3Pc Tenders + Side + Biscuit + Drink
5Pc Chicken 2 Can Dine	$13.99	5Pc Chicken + 2 Sides + 2 Biscuits
6Pc Tenders 2 Can Dine	$13.99	6Pc Tenders + 2 Sides + 2 Biscuits
6Pc Wings + 3Pc Tenders 2 Can Dine	$13.99	6Pc Wings + 3Pc Tenders + 2 Sides + 2 Biscuits
10Pc Family Meal	$26.99	10Pc Chicken + 2 Large Sides + 5 Biscuits
14Pc Tenders Family Meal	$26.99	14Pc Tenders + 2 Large Sides + 5 Biscuits
12Pc Wings + 6Pc Tenders Bundle	$26.99	12Pc Wings + 6Pc Tenders + 2 Large Sides
Welcome Deal (New Customers)	Free	2Pc Chicken / 3Pc Tenders / 6Pc Wings / Sandwich or Fried Pickles on first order of $10+

Deals are subject to availability and may vary by region. The Popeyes app typically offers the most current and exclusive promotions.

Popeyes Restaurant Hours

Most Popeyes locations across the United States operate on the following general schedule. Individual restaurant hours may differ based on location, staffing, and local regulations.

Day	Opening Time	Closing Time
Monday	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Sunday	10:00 AM	10:00 PM

Drive-thru hours at many locations extend to 11:00 PM. Holiday hours, including Thanksgiving and Christmas, may vary. Checking the Popeyes app or Google Maps listing for a specific location is the most reliable way to confirm current hours.

What Makes Popeyes Different from Other Fast Food Chains?

Before diving into prices and categories, it helps to understand what separates Popeyes from competitors like KFC, Chick-fil-A, and Church’s Chicken.

Popeyes uses a 12-hour marinade process. Every piece of signature chicken is soaked in a blend of Louisiana herbs, peppers, and seasonings overnight before being hand-battered in a Southern coating and fried to a golden brown. This process — used consistently across nearly all U.S. locations — produces a depth of flavor that most fast food chains do not replicate.

The chain’s sandwich, launched in August 2019, sold over 203 million units in its first year alone, triggering what media called the “Chicken Sandwich War.” That single product increased Popeyes system-wide sales by 30% and reshaped how the industry approached fried chicken sandwiches.

As of 2026, Popeyes operates approximately 3,700 locations across 49 U.S. states, with further international presence in Canada, Europe, and Asia.

How to Order from Popeyes

There are four primary ways to order from Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in the United States:

In-Store: Walk into any of the approximately 3,700 U.S. Popeyes locations and order at the counter or through an in-store kiosk where available.

Drive-Thru: Most Popeyes locations have drive-thru lanes. Drive-thru hours often extend later than the dining room.

Popeyes App: The official Popeyes app (available for iOS and Android) allows customers to order ahead for pickup, access exclusive deals, and earn points through the Popeyes Rewards program. New users receive a welcome deal on their first order of $10 or more.

Third-Party Delivery: Popeyes menu items are available for delivery through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub in most U.S. markets. Delivery pricing and fees are set by the respective platform and may result in higher item prices than in-store.

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen | Brand History and Scale

Popeyes was founded in 1972 in Arabi, Louisiana, by Al Copeland. The name was inspired by Gene Hackman’s character in the film “The French Connection,” not the cartoon sailor Popeye. The chain built its identity around New Orleans-style cooking — marinated proteins, Cajun spices, and Southern side dishes — at a time when most fast food chicken was comparatively bland.

The Restaurant Brands International (RBI) group, which also owns Burger King and Tim Hortons, acquired Popeyes in 2017 for approximately $1.8 billion. Under RBI, Popeyes accelerated its international expansion while maintaining its U.S. menu identity.

The 2019 chicken sandwich launch became one of the most discussed fast food events in modern history. It sold out within two weeks of its August debut, returned in November 2019, and has remained the brand’s top-selling individual item since.

Popeyes Menu Nutrition – What to Know

Nutritional values across the Popeyes menu vary significantly based on preparation method, serving size, and customization. A few general points that apply to most items:

The classic bone-in chicken pieces range from around 300 to 500 calories per piece depending on the cut (breast, thigh, leg, wing). Tenders are generally lower in calories per piece compared to bone-in chicken due to their consistent sizing and use of white meat.

Cajun seasoning is present throughout the menu and contributes to elevated sodium content in most dishes. Customers managing sodium intake should review the full nutritional information available on the Popeyes website or app before ordering.

The blackened preparation — used in blackened tenders and blackened chicken sandwiches — is not fried and is significantly lower in fat and calories than the hand-battered alternatives, making it the most diet-friendly protein option on the Popeyes menu.

The sides menu includes several lower-calorie options: Coleslaw (140 Cal per regular), Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy (110 Cal per regular), and Red Beans & Rice (250 Cal per regular) are notable for providing substantial portions relative to their calorie content.

Popeyes vs. KFC vs. Chick-fil-A: Menu Pricing Comparison

For customers choosing between the major U.S. fried chicken chains, here is a direct price comparison for comparable menu items as of 2026:

Item Category	Popeyes	KFC	Chick-fil-A
Classic Chicken Sandwich	$5.99	$5.49	$5.29
3Pc Tenders (Entry)	$5.00	$5.99	$5.75
Family Meal (8Pc + Sides)	$26.99	$28.99	$29.50 (est.)
Individual Piece (Breast)	$3.49 (est.)	$3.99	N/A
Dipping Sauce	$0.50	$0.25	Free

Popeyes generally prices its core items slightly below KFC and competitively with Chick-fil-A while offering a broader combination of bone-in chicken, tenders, sandwiches, and wings in a single menu structure.

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs