Ireland – Dublin in particular – is experiencing a new wave of American fast-food entrants to a seemingly insatiable market. While In-N-Out is all about beef burgers, the broader trend in new American fast-food in Ireland is mostly about chicken. Multiple American fast-food chicken brands have recently set up shop (although when a US fast-food brand opens in Ireland, it’s generally a UK and Ireland licence). Another American chicken brand, Popeye’s, is set to open in Blanchardstown and Westmoreland Street. While Ireland does a decent line in smash burgers, which have virtually replaced traditional beef burgers on many menus, there are fewer high-profile Irish chicken fast-food outlets.

Source: The Irish Times March 30, 2026 06:33 UTC