Popeyes Sides & Sweets Menu with Prices 2026 | Full Menu
Sides at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen are not afterthoughts. The Cajun Fries, Red Beans & Rice, Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy, and buttermilk biscuits are direct extensions of the same Louisiana cooking identity that defines the chicken menu — seasoned, made from recognizable ingredients, and consistent across locations. Several Popeyes sides routinely rank above competitor equivalents in independent fast food customer satisfaction surveys.
As of May 2026, Popeyes sides are served in regular and large portions across six core categories, alongside a small sweets menu that includes two pie options, a cupcake cup, and the brand’s signature buttermilk biscuit. This page covers every item on the Popeyes sides and sweets menu with verified prices and calorie counts.
Popeyes Sides & Sweets Menu — Prices and Calories 2026
Sides
Biscuits
$1.59 | Cal: 210
Fried Pickles
$3.99 | Cal: 370
Regular Homestyle Mac & Cheese
$4.99 | Cal: 280
Large Homestyle Mac & Cheese
$7.99 | Cal: 850
Regular Cajun Fries
$3.99 | Cal: 270
Large Cajun Fries
$6.99 | Cal: 450
Regular Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy
$3.99 | Cal: 110
Large Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy
$6.99 | Cal: 330
Cajun Gravy Side
$3.49 | Cal: 130
Regular Red Beans & Rice
$3.99 | Cal: 250
Large Red Beans & Rice
$6.99 | Cal: 610
Large Coleslaw
$6.99 | Cal: 420
Regular Coleslaw
$3.99 | Cal: 140
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Cajun Fries (Regular) | $3.99 | 270 Cal |
| Cajun Fries (Large) | $6.99 | 450 Cal |
| Homestyle Mac & Cheese (Regular) | $4.99 | 280 Cal |
| Homestyle Mac & Cheese (Large) | $7.99 | 850 Cal |
| Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy (Regular) | $3.99 | 110 Cal |
| Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy (Large) | $6.99 | 330 Cal |
| Red Beans & Rice (Regular) | $3.99 | 250 Cal |
| Red Beans & Rice (Large) | $6.99 | 610 Cal |
| Coleslaw (Regular) | $3.99 | 140 Cal |
| Coleslaw (Large) | $6.99 | 420 Cal |
| Cajun Gravy Side | $3.49 | 130 Cal |
| Fried Pickles | $3.99 | 370 Cal |
| Biscuit | $1.59 | 210 Cal |
Sweets
Cinnamon Apple Pie
$2.19 | Cal: 240
2 Cinnamon Apple Pies
$4.19 | Cal: 652
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
$2.25 | Cal: 357
2 Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
$4.25 | Cal: 701
Strawberry Cupcake Cup
$3.49 | Cal: 350
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon Apple Pie | $2.19 | 240 Cal |
| 2 Cinnamon Apple Pies | $4.19 | 652 Cal |
| Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie | $2.25 | 357 Cal |
| 2 Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie | $4.25 | 701 Cal |
| Strawberry Cupcake Cup | $3.49 | 350 Cal |
Prices reflect the national average for U.S. Popeyes locations as of May 2026.
Popeyes Cajun Fries — $3.99 Regular / $6.99 Large
Cajun Fries are the most ordered side across all U.S. Popeyes locations. They use a standard fry cut seasoned with Popeyes’ Cajun spice blend — the same general seasoning direction that runs throughout the menu — producing a fry that is noticeably more flavorful than the unseasoned or lightly salted fries served at most major fast food chains.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Cajun Fries (Regular) | $3.99 | 270 Cal |
| Cajun Fries (Large) | $6.99 | 450 Cal |
Regular Cajun Fries
$3.99 | Cal: 270
At 270 calories for a regular and 450 for a large, Cajun Fries sit in a moderate calorie range relative to competitor fry options. McDonald’s medium fries are approximately 320 calories; KFC’s seasoned fries are approximately 290 calories for a comparable portion. The Popeyes regular Cajun Fries deliver a lower calorie count than both at the same price tier.
The Cajun seasoning blend on the fries includes paprika, garlic, and pepper components that are consistent with the Louisiana flavor profile across the rest of the Popeyes menu, making Cajun Fries the most natural side pairing for any chicken entree on the menu.
Popeyes Homestyle Mac & Cheese — $4.99 Regular / $7.99 Large
Regular Homestyle Mac & Cheese
$4.99 | Cal: 280
Homestyle Mac & Cheese is the highest-priced regular side on the Popeyes menu and consistently one of the most well-reviewed sides in the fast food category. It uses elbow macaroni in a creamy, multi-cheese sauce — a preparation closer to a baked mac and cheese than the liquid cheese sauce approach used by many competitor chains.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Homestyle Mac & Cheese (Regular) | $4.99 | 280 Cal |
| Homestyle Mac & Cheese (Large) | $7.99 | 850 Cal |
The calorie jump from regular (280 Cal) to large (850 Cal) is the most significant size-to-calorie increase of any side on the Popeyes menu, reflecting the substantially larger portion in the large format. For customers who want mac and cheese as a primary component of their meal rather than a side addition, the large at $7.99 is a complete comfort food serving in its own right.
At $4.99 for a regular, Homestyle Mac & Cheese is $1.00 more than most other regular sides on the Popeyes menu. The premium reflects the ingredient cost of the cheese sauce relative to fries, rice, or coleslaw — and for most customers, the quality difference justifies the additional cost.
Popeyes Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy — $3.99 Regular / $6.99 Large
Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy is the lowest-calorie substantial side on the Popeyes menu and one of the most ordered sides across U.S. locations. At 110 calories for a regular portion and 330 for a large, it delivers a warm, filling side at a calorie count that is significantly lower than Cajun Fries, Mac & Cheese, or Red Beans & Rice at equivalent serving sizes.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy (Regular) | $3.99 | 110 Cal |
| Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy (Large) | $6.99 | 330 Cal |
Regular Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy
$3.99 | Cal: 110
The Cajun Gravy is a key element of this side — a dark, seasoned gravy that is also available as a standalone side (Cajun Gravy Side, $3.49, 130 Cal) for customers who want extra gravy or who are adding it to a different side or entree.
For customers building a Popeyes meal with calorie awareness, the regular Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy at 110 calories is the best choice among all hot sides — providing a substantive, flavorful accompaniment to any chicken entree at the lowest calorie cost of any side on the menu.
Popeyes Red Beans & Rice — $3.99 Regular / $6.99 Large
Regular Red Beans & Rice
$3.99 | Cal: 250
Red Beans & Rice is the most Louisiana-authentic side on the Popeyes menu and a direct reference to the Monday red beans and rice tradition that is deeply embedded in New Orleans food culture. The dish uses slow-cooked red kidney beans in a seasoned sauce served over white rice — a combination that is simultaneously a comfort food staple and a nutritionally complete side in its own right.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Red Beans & Rice (Regular) | $3.99 | 250 Cal |
| Red Beans & Rice (Large) | $6.99 | 610 Cal |
At 250 calories for a regular serving, Red Beans & Rice is a high-fiber, plant-based side option that provides a meaningful nutritional complement to the protein-heavy chicken entrees on the Popeyes menu. The beans provide dietary fiber and plant protein; the rice provides complex carbohydrates. It is the only side on the Popeyes menu that functions as a genuinely balanced nutritional addition rather than primarily a calorie or indulgence side.
No major fast food competitor — including KFC, Chick-fil-A, or McDonald’s — offers a comparable red beans and rice side as a standard menu item, making this one of the clearest points of menu differentiation for Popeyes within the fast food category.
Popeyes Coleslaw — $3.99 Regular / $6.99 Large
Popeyes Coleslaw is a creamy, mayonnaise-based coleslaw with a slightly sweet dressing that balances the heat and spice present throughout most of the Popeyes menu. At 140 calories for a regular and 420 for a large, it is the second-lowest calorie side on the menu after Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Coleslaw (Regular) | $3.99 | 140 Cal |
| Coleslaw (Large) | $6.99 | 420 Cal |
Regular Coleslaw
$3.99 | Cal: 140
Coleslaw functions particularly well as a pairing for spicy menu items — the creamy, cooling dressing provides a direct contrast to the Cajun heat in spicy chicken, spicy tenders, or spicy wings. Customers who find the standard spicy preparations too intense often find that adding coleslaw to the meal moderates the overall heat experience without requiring a downgrade to the classic preparation.
Popeyes Cajun Gravy Side — $3.49
Cajun Gravy Side
$3.49 | Cal: 130
The Cajun Gravy Side is available as a standalone order for customers who want extra gravy beyond what comes with the Mashed Potatoes, or who want to use it as a dipping sauce or topping for other menu items. At $3.49 and 130 calories, it is priced below most standard sides and above most dipping sauces, reflecting its function as a versatile addition rather than a primary side.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Cajun Gravy Side | $3.49 | 130 Cal |
It is particularly well-suited as an addition to the Biscuit — a combination that mirrors the biscuits and gravy tradition common in Southern cooking — and as a dipping accompaniment for bone-in chicken pieces.
Popeyes Fried Pickles — $3.99
Fried Pickles are a current limited-time side addition that fits directly into Popeyes’ Louisiana-influenced flavor identity. At $3.99 and 370 calories, they are priced identically to the standard regular sides while offering a snack-and-side hybrid format that functions both as a standalone appetizer and a meal accompaniment.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Fried Pickles | $3.99 | 370 Cal |
Fried Pickles
$3.99 | Cal: 370
Pickle-brined and fried preparations have a strong tradition in Southern cooking, and the Popeyes version uses a seasoned breading consistent with the spice profile across the rest of the menu. The flavor profile — tangy from the pickle, savory from the seasoning — provides a strong contrast pairing with the Buttermilk Ranch or Blackened Ranch dipping sauces.
Fried Pickles are a limited-time item and may not be available at all locations. Confirming availability through the Popeyes app before visiting is recommended.
Popeyes Biscuit — $1.59
Biscuits
$1.59 | Cal: 210
The Popeyes buttermilk biscuit is one of the most discussed individual items on the entire menu — frequently cited by customers and food critics as the best fast food biscuit in the U.S. market. At $1.59 per biscuit and 210 calories, it is the lowest-priced item available for individual order on the Popeyes menu.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Biscuit | $1.59 | 210 Cal |
The biscuit is made from a buttermilk recipe that produces a flaky, layered interior with a slightly crisp, golden exterior. The preparation is closer to a traditional Southern drop biscuit than the compressed, uniform biscuits common at most fast food chains. Biscuits are baked fresh throughout the day at Popeyes locations and are included in the majority of combo and family meal orders.
The biscuit is the item most commonly cited when customers describe Popeyes as feeling more authentically Southern than its competitors. KFC offers a comparable biscuit; McDonald’s does not offer biscuits as a standard national menu item; Chick-fil-A offers a biscuit only during breakfast hours. Popeyes biscuits are available throughout the full operating day alongside every menu category.
Popeyes Sweets — Pies and Desserts 2026
Popeyes sweets menu is deliberately concise — two pie options available in single and double portions, a limited-time cupcake cup, and the biscuit in both its standard savory form and as a dessert pairing. The simplicity reflects the brand’s focus on the core meal experience rather than an expansive dessert category.
Cinnamon Apple Pie — $2.19
The Cinnamon Apple Pie is Popeyes’ signature dessert and the longest-standing sweet item on the menu. It uses a cinnamon-spiced apple filling in a flaky, fried crust — a preparation that produces a crisp exterior with a warm, soft interior. At $2.19 for a single pie and 240 calories, it is the lowest-calorie and lowest-priced dessert option on the Popeyes sweets menu.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon Apple Pie | $2.19 | 240 Cal |
| 2 Cinnamon Apple Pies | $4.19 | 652 Cal |
Cinnamon Apple Pie
$2.19 | Cal: 240
The two-pie option at $4.19 saves $0.19 compared to ordering two individually at $2.19 each ($4.38). The calorie count for two pies (652 Cal) is slightly higher than twice the single-pie count (480 Cal), reflecting variation in individual pie size and filling volume.
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie — $2.25
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
$2.25 | Cal: 357
The Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is a more recent addition to the Popeyes sweets menu and the highest-calorie dessert option at 357 calories for a single pie. It uses a cream cheese and strawberry filling in the same fried crust format as the apple pie, producing a richer, creamier texture and a noticeably sweeter flavor profile.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie | $2.25 | 357 Cal |
| 2 Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie | $4.25 | 701 Cal |
At $2.25 — $0.06 more than the Cinnamon Apple Pie — the Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is the more indulgent of the two pie options in both price and calorie count. For customers who prefer fruit-and-cream desserts over spiced apple preparations, it is the stronger choice. The two-pie option at $4.25 saves $0.25 compared to ordering two individually.
Strawberry Cupcake Cup — $3.49
The Strawberry Cupcake Cup is a current limited-time dessert item — a single-serve strawberry cake topped with a rosette of pink strawberry frosting and white sprinkles. At $3.49 and 350 calories, it is the highest-priced and most visually distinct dessert currently on the Popeyes menu.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Cupcake Cup | $3.49 | 350 Cal |
The cupcake cup format is a departure from the standard fried pie approach that defines the rest of the Popeyes dessert menu. At $3.49, it is priced $1.24–$1.30 above the single-pie options, reflecting the more elaborate preparation and presentation of the cupcake format. It is available while supplies last and may not be offered at all locations.
Strawberry Cupcake Cup
$3.49 | Cal: 350
Popeyes Sides: Calorie Comparison at a Glance
For customers reviewing nutritional information before ordering, here is a direct calorie comparison of all regular-size sides from lowest to highest:
| Side (Regular Size) | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy | $3.99 | 110 Cal |
| Coleslaw | $3.99 | 140 Cal |
| Red Beans & Rice | $3.99 | 250 Cal |
| Cajun Fries | $3.99 | 270 Cal |
| Homestyle Mac & Cheese | $4.99 | 280 Cal |
Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy is the clear lowest-calorie hot side option. Coleslaw is the lowest-calorie cold side. Red Beans & Rice offers the best nutritional balance — moderate calories with fiber and plant protein. Cajun Fries and Mac & Cheese are the most indulgent options at the regular size, though both remain within a moderate calorie range for fast food sides.
Which Popeyes Side Should You Order?
The right side depends on the entree being ordered and the overall meal goal:
For spicy entrees — spicy chicken, spicy tenders, spicy wings — Coleslaw is the best contrasting pairing. The creamy, cool dressing moderates the heat while complementing the fried chicken flavor.
For bone-in signature chicken, Red Beans & Rice is the most authentic Louisiana pairing and provides a nutritionally balanced complement to the protein-heavy chicken.
For tenders and sandwiches, Cajun Fries are the most natural pairing and the most ordered combination across U.S. Popeyes locations.
For calorie-conscious ordering, Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy at 110 calories regular is the best option — providing a warm, substantial side at the lowest calorie cost on the menu.
For customers who want the most complete comfort food experience, Homestyle Mac & Cheese is the most indulgent and most well-reviewed side on the Popeyes menu.