The Restaurant Associates Ltd (RAL), one of the Caribbean’s leading restaurant management companies, has opened its 15th Popeyes location at the intersection of Waterloo Road and Hope Road in St Andrew.

Oshane Thoms, brand manager for Popeyes, said: “We are encouraged by the growing consumer support for our products. Our ‘Louisiana creole style’ fried chicken is very similar to the seasoned to the bone flavour that is loved by the local palate. Our world-famous Chicken sandwich is also a local hit. As we continue to grow the Popeyes brand, we are committed to help to grow and strengthen the Jamaican economy.”

Popeyes’ Waterloo location is the latest addition to 14 other Popeyes stores in Jamaica, including in Kingston, St Catherine, Mandeville, Clarendon, Westmoreland and Montego Bay.

Sabrena McDonald Radcliffe, head of sales, marketing and corporate communications for Popeyes, said: “We are excited to add Popeyes Waterloo to our locations roster. As a drive-thru store, it will bring more convenience to busy customers who love the ‘Good Food A Keep’ menu that we serve.”

She further noted that the location is set to employ 41 employees, both to serve in management and team member positions.

The Popeyes brand is widely known for satisfying the Jamaican tastebuds with traditional southern fried chicken and Cajun flavours.

The fast-food giant will celebrate 19 years of operation in Jamaica in 2023.