Popeyes Hongdae Branch
파파이스 홍대점
About
A spacious Hongdae branch of the Louisiana-style fast-food chain, known for bold fried chicken, seasoned fries, and draft beer pairings.
Occupying the ground floor of Seogyo Tower along Yanghwa-ro, Popeyes Hongdae marks the brand’s return to Seoul, standing out as a rare, sought-after outpost in a city where branches remain sparse. The interior is spacious and relaxed, with widely spaced tables that make it an easy refuge for solo diners, travelers, and late-night strollers. Inside, international tourists often outnumber locals, giving the bright counter-service space the unvarnished feel of a roadside American diner. The kitchen leans fully into unapologetic, heavy-handed Louisiana seasonings. Chicken pieces arrive with a crackling, jagged batter giving way to juicy, well-brined meat, best paired with the signature pepper-flecked cajun fries. The Double Puk Burger combo stacks thick, crispy fried poultry with tangy sliced onions, fresh tomato, and spicy sauce, flanked by tender strips and fries. For those looking to sample across the board, the tender bundles pair with the "Puk" dipping series—dense, intensely salted sauces built for heavy drenching. Among the lineup, which includes spicy Fire Hot, peppery Cajun Spicy, and a rich Deep Cheese that mimics stadium nacho dips, the White Mayo stands out for its mellow, creamy garlic profile that softens the salt-forward crunch of the fried batter. What sets this Hongdae spot apart from standard fast-food joints is its evening appeal. Kiosks offer draft beer alongside fried chicken combos, letting guests swap sodas for cold 300cc pours of draft beer alongside spicy wings or leg-meat cuts. Combined with promotions like 1+1 chicken deals after 8:00 PM, the dining room effortlessly doubles as a casual pub for solo chimaek sessions or low-key bites before diving into the neighborhood's nightlife.
Menu
- Cajun Fries₩2,100
- Chicken Tenders
- Draft Beer₩2,500
- 스파이시 치킨샌드위치 세트₩7,800
- 클래식 치킨샌드위치 세트₩7,800
- 루이지애나 치킨샌드위치 세트₩8,700
- 양념치킨 샌드위치 세트₩8,700
- 양념치킨 BLT치즈 세트₩9,900
- 오! 케이준 치킨 반 마리 팩₩12,900
- 오! 케이준 치킨 스낵 팩₩7,500
- 치킨 샌드위치 박스₩10,500
- 케이준 라이스₩2,100
Local tips
- Look out for the 1+1 chicken special offered after 8:00 PM.
- Order a draft beer to make a casual chimaek combo with your chicken.
- Order conveniently via touchscreen kiosks inside the store.
- Check the Popeyes app for extra discount coupons before ordering.
Details
- Hongik Univ.
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 10:00–23:00
- Monday
- 10:00–23:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00–23:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00–23:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–23:00
- Friday
- 10:00–23:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–23:00