Maristo Hospitality adds Popeyes restaurants to its QSR portfolio


September 21, 2022 | By RetailME Bureau

Maristo Hospitality, a newly established hospitality group with QSR, premium casual dining and dark kitchen F&B concepts is welcoming 12 existing Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen restaurants to its remit. Taking the total number to 41 restaurants , now all of the Popeyes restaurants in the UAE will be managed under Maristo Hospitality’s administration.

Having led the operations of 28 other Popeyes restaurants since establishing in 2021, Maristo Hospitality’s portfolio of concepts also includes Ralph’s Kitchen, a dark kitchen incubator, Sisi’s Eatery, a premium casual dining concept inspired by the Empress of Austria and other dining concepts set to launch in a year.

The group is also in the process of upgrading all the Popeyes restaurants in the UAE with a modernized interior design to enrich dining experiences. The new restaurants in Al Ghurair Centre, and in Al Bawadi Mall in Al Ain are the first to feature the new interiors.

Under Maristo Hospitality’s leadership, the highest standards of operations will be applied across all the restaurants. Diners will experience the high level of quality and flavors of Popeyes’ one-of-a-kind chicken recipe, marinated in Louisiana-inspired seasonings, then hand battered, breaded and fried – creating a juicy-on-the-inside, crispy-on-the outside chicken – satiating cravings for five decades.

“We see a great future for the Popeyes brand in the UAE and it is a key pillar in the company. As we grow the business, bringing the franchise under one operational arm to maintain the premium quality and service to our customers was a strategic step. Popeyes is a cherished brand with a 20-year history in the country and 50 years globally, so it is important for us that each customer enjoys their meal in its full authenticity,” said Gaurav Arora, Chief Executive Officer, Maristo Hospitality.

Popeyes prides itself in offering diners the freshest ingredients and meals with its highly prized proprietary seasonings that are used to marinate the chicken for 12 hours, creating the richly seasoned flavors in both the mild and spicy versions. Also, the delicious and freshly baked Popeyes Buttermilk Biscuit along with a wide selection of its original Signature Sides will be available on the menu across the country.

Previous Article Next Article

SHARE

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE /



For decades, Haldiram’s built deep recall across the UAE through its packaged 

Continue Reading

April 27, 2026 | By Anurima Das

When House of Habanero opened its first physical location at Alserkal Avenue 

Continue Reading

April 16, 2026 | By Anurima Das

Union Coop has completed a significant expansion of its Hatta Souq branch, 

Continue Reading

January 20, 2026 | By RetailME Bureau

Saudi Arabia is set to welcome U.S. food exporters this week, as 

Continue Reading

November 12, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

Majid Al Futtaim has officially entered the discount retail segment with the 

Continue Reading

October 24, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

As convenience increasingly becomes currency in the region’s grocery landscape, Union Coop 

Continue Reading

October 15, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

As wellness becomes a lifestyle in the UAE, the grocery aisle is 

Continue Reading

September 30, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

Grandiose, one of the leading grocery retailers in the UAE with a 

Continue Reading

September 15, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

With shifting consumer behaviour, rising cost pressures, regulatory changes, and rapid digitization, 

Continue Reading

September 1, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

Union Coop’s blend of retail expansion, digital innovation, and community focus is 

Continue Reading

August 20, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

Abu Dhabi-based MAIR Group has marked a pivotal stage in its transformation 

Continue Reading

August 18, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

In a move that blurs the line between shopping and investing, Apparel 

Continue Reading

August 13, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau




Download Images RetailME Magazine