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flag Popeyes opens its 100th UK location in London Bridge, marking rapid growth despite rising competition.

flag Popeyes is opening its 100th UK restaurant in London Bridge station, a milestone since its 2021 entry. flag The 3,000-square-foot location brings its total UK footprint to 100 sites, with 27 in London. flag The chain, backed by TDR Capital, has opened 45 restaurants in 2025 and expects nearly 50 by year-end. flag CEO Tom Crowley cited strong demand for authentic fried chicken and growth potential beyond London, dismissing concerns about market saturation. flag He noted the UK has about half the chicken restaurant density per capita compared to the US, indicating room for expansion. flag The growth follows increased competition from US chains like Wingstop, Dave’s Hot Chicken, and Chick-fil-A.

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