240 days ago

Poll: Will you try some Popeyes chicken?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

First in line when Popeyes Te Rapa opened was a Huntly woman who remembers hearing about the fast food restaurant in a movie.

Huntly-based Chay, 33, also had another motivator on Tuesday morning.

Will you try some Popeyes chicken? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will you try some Popeyes chicken?
  • 16% Yes
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  • 44% Maybe
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  • 40% No
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