I went to the restroom at Popeyes on the Kirkwood Highway just outside of Newark, it was filthy dirty and there was no toilet paper. I decided not to eat there because I suspected cooking areas were not sanitary. If they cannot keep their bathroom clean what guarantee is there that they can keep their cooking areas clean. They are handling raw chicken don t forget.
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Jim H.
There is nothing really specific to Popeye's that fully separates it from its brothers, KFC or Chick Fillet. I do like that their chicken is spicier than the others and their mash gravy is quite good. Onion Rings are also always a plus. The only reason besides vanity, that I would waste my valuable time doing a review of Popeys, is to introduce you to Jon. Jon is what I like to call, a living SNL sketch, performed by Chris Farley. I was thouroughly entertained by his antics. Here is how this comedy plays out. You walk up to the counter and Jon greets you with a good natured, awwwshucks, bucktoothed smile. His spiel doesnt change or waver from one customer to the next. Jon (cordially, minus the fakeness that one usually gets at such places): Hi and welcome to Popeyes, may I take your order?" Me (and others like me): Yes, Id like the 3 chicken strips m- Jon (interrupting loudly, to someone in the back): I NEED 3 CHICKEN STRIPS!!! The someone in the back (to Jon): 3 chicken strips! Heard it! Thank You! Jon (turning back) - Would you like the combo? Me (somewhat shaken) : Uh , yes but with onion rings instead of- Jon ( turning and yelling again) AND 1 ORDER OF ONION RINGS! Guy in back: 1 Onion Rings order! Heard it! Thank you! Jon finished me off with his spiel about going to the website printed on the back of my reciept and that I could possibly win an Ipod or $1000. Once I had my food, I sat where I had a front row seat to the Jon Show. He did the same thing with everyone, his script and style never changing. It was comical , although I admit that it was jarring at first. I couldnt help but wonder if Popeyes is too cheap to get a computer system so that he wouldnt have to scream back or if this was just something he enjoyed doing. It didnt seem that they guy in the back minded getting screamed at every 30 seconds. I can imagine that Jon was one of those people, who others said wouldnt amount to much, and not that a clerk at Popeyes is any kind of high plateau, but he ruled that counter with deft experience and competance. I dont even think he was the manager. The person whom I pegged as the manager, was all too happy to give Jon the reins of the front end. If I was a manager, Jon is exactly the employee Id want. He was friendly, efficient, and entertaining as hell. Ill definitely be back for the next performance. Hes there all week folks.
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John H.
Dirty and Old food, I didn't even know if the chicken I ate was cooked. Then again it was a rest stop!
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Lam Y.
I was looking forward to dine here, but it turned out to be a huge disappointment. Everything sucks. The fries was cold. The tenders were cold. I would never come back. The staff was horrible. Half star.
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Erica L.
Didn't give us a biscuit and the main manager and I'm guessing the shift leader were so rude to their employees, especially while one of them was trying to help us. Granted one of those employees seemed like she thought she was too good to be there. Maybe it's time for her to quit with the other two who are in charge.
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Morton F.
I've been to this Popeye's quite a number of times and I'm still not sure how to review it. From outside appearance at night, it's a bright, standalone fast food restaurant with indoor seating that may not be sufficient, although I've never actually been there when the restaurant is busy. One of the cashiers is quite a character, which may be good or bad depending on whether you enjoy such interaction. I do generally prefer Popeye's chicken over KFC. The restaurant interior and restroom appear reasonably well-maintained for a fast food restaurant. Overall, I think it's a good venue.
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Jay K.
I went to the restroom at Popeyes on the Kirkwood Highway just outside of Newark, it was filthy dirty and there was no toilet paper. I decided not to eat there because I suspected cooking areas were not sanitary. If they cannot keep their bathroom clean what guarantee is there that they can keep their cooking areas clean. They are handling raw chicken don t forget.
(1)Jim H.
There is nothing really specific to Popeye's that fully separates it from its brothers, KFC or Chick Fillet. I do like that their chicken is spicier than the others and their mash gravy is quite good. Onion Rings are also always a plus. The only reason besides vanity, that I would waste my valuable time doing a review of Popeys, is to introduce you to Jon. Jon is what I like to call, a living SNL sketch, performed by Chris Farley. I was thouroughly entertained by his antics. Here is how this comedy plays out. You walk up to the counter and Jon greets you with a good natured, awwwshucks, bucktoothed smile. His spiel doesnt change or waver from one customer to the next. Jon (cordially, minus the fakeness that one usually gets at such places): Hi and welcome to Popeyes, may I take your order?" Me (and others like me): Yes, Id like the 3 chicken strips m- Jon (interrupting loudly, to someone in the back): I NEED 3 CHICKEN STRIPS!!! The someone in the back (to Jon): 3 chicken strips! Heard it! Thank You! Jon (turning back) - Would you like the combo? Me (somewhat shaken) : Uh , yes but with onion rings instead of- Jon ( turning and yelling again) AND 1 ORDER OF ONION RINGS! Guy in back: 1 Onion Rings order! Heard it! Thank you! Jon finished me off with his spiel about going to the website printed on the back of my reciept and that I could possibly win an Ipod or $1000. Once I had my food, I sat where I had a front row seat to the Jon Show. He did the same thing with everyone, his script and style never changing. It was comical , although I admit that it was jarring at first. I couldnt help but wonder if Popeyes is too cheap to get a computer system so that he wouldnt have to scream back or if this was just something he enjoyed doing. It didnt seem that they guy in the back minded getting screamed at every 30 seconds. I can imagine that Jon was one of those people, who others said wouldnt amount to much, and not that a clerk at Popeyes is any kind of high plateau, but he ruled that counter with deft experience and competance. I dont even think he was the manager. The person whom I pegged as the manager, was all too happy to give Jon the reins of the front end. If I was a manager, Jon is exactly the employee Id want. He was friendly, efficient, and entertaining as hell. Ill definitely be back for the next performance. Hes there all week folks.
(3)John H.
Dirty and Old food, I didn't even know if the chicken I ate was cooked. Then again it was a rest stop!
(1)Lam Y.
I was looking forward to dine here, but it turned out to be a huge disappointment. Everything sucks. The fries was cold. The tenders were cold. I would never come back. The staff was horrible. Half star.
(1)Erica L.
Didn't give us a biscuit and the main manager and I'm guessing the shift leader were so rude to their employees, especially while one of them was trying to help us. Granted one of those employees seemed like she thought she was too good to be there. Maybe it's time for her to quit with the other two who are in charge.
(2)Morton F.
I've been to this Popeye's quite a number of times and I'm still not sure how to review it. From outside appearance at night, it's a bright, standalone fast food restaurant with indoor seating that may not be sufficient, although I've never actually been there when the restaurant is busy. One of the cashiers is quite a character, which may be good or bad depending on whether you enjoy such interaction. I do generally prefer Popeye's chicken over KFC. The restaurant interior and restroom appear reasonably well-maintained for a fast food restaurant. Overall, I think it's a good venue.
(4)Mike H.
Popeye's kicks ass.
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