There’s nothing better than hearing that a new Popeyes is coming to your area. Well, Greater Houston region Louisiana fried chicken fanatics can rejoice, a new Popeyes is coming to Porter. A recently filed permit details that the new Porter’s Popeyes is expected to open at 21467 FM 1314.
Construction on the new Popeyes quick-service eatery is slated to start in May of this year and wrap up by the beginning of 2027. If all goes well, the Porter community could have their “Chicken on the Run” in the new year.
The region is no stranger to the wildly popular Louisiana fried chicken brand. Texas has the highest concentration of Popeyes restaurants in the United States. As of the end of last year, there were 70 Popeyes locations in Houston, making it the city with the highest number of Popeyes restaurants in the country, and the brand continues to expand its footprint.
The brand was founded by Al Copeland in Arabi, Louisiana, in the early 70s. The brand grew rapidly through franchising and saw an even bigger boom when Popeyes introduced its iconic biscuits in 1983. There are now 4,000 restaurants worldwide.
“Popeyes® is not like most fast food chains. With freshly prepared food and a recipe that’s remained unchanged for nearly 50 years,” the Popeyes website reads.
Known for its crispy and well-seasoned fried chicken, the brand has continued its claim to fame through the recent success of its spicy fried chicken sandwich. The viral sensation was a teachable moment for the fast-food industry and showed the tenacity of simplicity and tradition.
Popeyes is set to open a new location in Porter at 21467 FM 1314 in 2027.
