Popeyes said it will make a major expansion in Mexico, working with four franchisees to open more than 300 restaurants across the country over the next decade.
There are currently 42 Popeyes restaurants in Mexico, according to the restaurant’s website, with most around Mexico City and in the state of Jalisco.
“Mexico represents a tremendous growth opportunity for Popeyes, and we’re thrilled to be partnering with experienced and passionate franchisees who share our vision,” said Duncan Montero, LAC president of Restaurant Brands International, parent company of Popeyes. Miami-based RBI also owns Burger King, Tim Hortons and Firehouse Subs.
Popeyes has more than 5,000 locations worldwide. The chain has made recent aggressive moves to grow internationally, launching ambitious plans to open 1,700 restaurants in China over the…
