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  • 4/5 Robin G. 1 year ago on Google
    I've been to many Popeyes in the USA and some in Canada and the one in Round Lake is the best one in North America. It's clean, service is fast and they turn over so much food that it's always fresh and hot. They stay close to the original flavors and consistency. The chicken tastes good. The biscuits are baked well. The rice tastes clean and has the right texture and the red beans are not too thin and usually have the right flavor. Worth going to if you're looking for a good Popeyes.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Candice S. 2 years ago on Google
    This location NEVER fails me! They are always polite and personable. I always receive my food piping 🔥 hot and my family loves it. Once again I drive to this location from the Antioch area and by the time I get home it's still very hot...love, love, love! Additionally this location has awesome coupons. I've posted before and I'll post again as choosing where to spend your coins matter! We need to keep these restaurants alive especially the ones that work so hard at customer satisfaction and truly deserve your business.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Diana 2 years ago on Google
    Haven't been to Popeyes in a while and I was dissapointed with my first visit back. The tenders where thin.. as in the chicken was the width of my pinky finger. I had more breading than chicken for lunch. The tenders were also stale, but I came after lunch around 3pm.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Sarah R. 7 months ago on Google
    This is now the third time they have forgotten a side of mine. I live near(and didn’t want to start the car and drive and waste gas) and decided to walk back to get my side dish that was forgotten and I try and go inside and the doors were locked before 10pm which said they close at 10. I don’t have a car because I chose to walk so I was humiliated and had to walk through the drive through, where I had to prove my order, and asked to talk to the manager as to why they closed before they were supposed to and not once did I get an apology. The manager was so rude. This location has bad customer service. The convenience just isn’t worth it. The last time they forgot a side dish and I never even received that.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Joe C. 1 year ago on Google
    Drive through worker was exceptionally rude to my father, a senior citizen. Horrible customer service, an employee should NEVER tell a customer the words "I don't care" He cared enough to say he could barely hear my dad and cared enough to whine when my dad spoke up saying "now you're too loud, loud as Hell." Very unprofessional behavior, he sounded like he was on drugs too. Management needs to talk to workers and teach them basic customer service skills and maybe also invest in better headsets.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 brenda e. 6 months ago on Google
    Wasn't happy. Under all the batter were really small pieces of chicken. I felt like I didn't get my money's worth. Will be trying KFC next time. They also put jalapenos in the mashed potatoes. Not all of us like peppers in our food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Laura 1 year ago on Google
    So glad to see that they brought back the Cajun Rice. Not happy the way I was forced to eat it. Generally, a drive-thru, is for eating on the go. This is how I was forced to eat my rice with a chicken sandwich. WITH THE LID! No fork, no spoon, not even a spork. Your employees need to pay attention to customers needs. I expect better service from $15 hr. and so should you!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 LIL M. 5 months ago on Google
    Absolutely disappointed, I went through the drive through on 11-6-23 and was excited to order tender family meal and a spicy chicken sandwich. To get home and see that the fries was under cooked and looks different from the way they normally make them and my tenders to be majority of small pieces and fried breaded batter with no chicken. Chicken sandwich didn’t have much sauce,They will never get my money again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deplorable R. 9 months ago on Google
    This marks the very 1st review for a Popeye's and this location is truly the best around, at least any location within a 20 mile radius from my house in Beach Park. This past May was the 1st time in at least 2 years dining here but I can see how my folks love this location compared to any other location in Lake or Kenosha County. It's kept ultra clean/sanitized, food is always hot & fresh and obviously tasty and the customer service is top notch. The Waukegan location which is the closest to where I live is the absolute worst I've been to. Keep servin' up that delicious grub and I'll gladly come back and visit for more!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lizeth F. 1 year ago on Google
    Just was at this location and it was packed per usual but had to leave them this review from the girl who took my order and repeated it to me to the young man that gave it to me at the window they did amazing and with a smile. Asked for Louisiana sauce and he was not stingy with it. The food as always was good! 👍🏼👍🏼
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lance M. 3 years ago on Google
    I call this superb place every couple of days as I enjoy the good air that is exist in this place. The staff is exceptionally cordial and well trained. The service is extraordinarily quick. Not to mention, the food they cook is excellent. I came many times and I was always joyful. The expense is reasobable. I highly recommend this place to my friends and family.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Barbara N. 1 year ago on Google
    I never had a complaint about popeyes at other locations. Just this location I moved to Round lake 2 yrs ago and bought chicken here multiple times and each time same thing but I blew off complaining until last night. Why in the hell do you over cook the chicken??? So much so the dark meat is even dry!!! You do it all the time. Are you adding more time for a reason. Because when bought at other places its different. It juicy! The red beans and rice are too thick also. I do not understand why?? I'm gonna start going to kfc again because I'm not gonna waste my money here anymore.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Brianna W. 3 years ago on Google
    Yummy food, not always Hot but i still love popeyes, friendly staff!

  • 5/5 fahad m. 3 years ago on Google
    The best ever! I have been to so many Popeyes location but this location is always serves the best chicken.

  • 5/5 Manuel L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) My daughter loves the spicy chicken sandwitch !!!! 👍😁 (Original) Mi hija le encanta el spicy chicken sandwitch!!!!👍😁

  • 4/5 Sanyi B. 3 years ago on Google
    Good chicken

  • 4/5 Tami C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, friendly staff

  • 5/5 Diane T. 3 years ago on Google
    The food was great and the chicken tasted really good. Also love the biscuits.

  • 5/5 CFDTRUCK44 3 years ago on Google
    I love there spicy chicken... Best fast food chicken, but that's me.

  • 5/5 Peggy A. 3 years ago on Google
    They're very quick and food is fresh. Manager is great too. She's always there and hustling.

  • 5/5 Jay B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great chicken And great staff

  • 5/5 Roger H. 3 years ago on Google
    I love the Popeyes in Round Lake. I drive to Round Lake from Lakemoor by 120 and 12. I think I think they are superior to any other Popeyes around here including Crystal Lake and McHenry. As they used to say in the old Dunkin' Donuts commercials it's worth the trip. I know the new name is just Dunkin'. They took the Donuts off cuz basically they all aren't worth eating.. Just an opinion

  • 3/5 Leslie M. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the pies I ordered was the incorrect flavor. Food was lukewarm at best.

  • 4/5 rick a. 3 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 4/5 Kenneth M. 3 years ago on Google
    Good fresh chicken

  • 5/5 Emmanuel J. 1 year ago on Google
    This restaurant has consistently improved. The staff is very polite, they honor coupons. The spicy chicken is always good. Only a few occasions where it wasn't right, I returned or call and they resolved the problem. The sides are great. I especially love the fact that they have home style Mac & Cheese. Sad to see corn on the cob leave. If there is a line, it is worth the wait. Love that Chicken from Popeye's

  • 1/5 Teresa P. 1 year ago on Google
    Too much bread for my taste. And the tenders so dry. The beans are smaller and flavor wise not even close of what it used to be. $20 bucks for fried flower!

  • 5/5 Berto A. 1 year ago on Google
    Great service! I changed the order last minute and they got it correct! One of the best drive-thru experiences I've had. And of course the food is delicious!

  • 4/5 Miguel M. 1 year ago on Google
    Ever since the chicken sandwich madness I want to say they are still busier than they used to be prior. Every now and then I'd crave their spicy chicken sandwich so I'd make the trip over. Their drive thru line is usually long during lunch and dinner hours but usually moves quickly. If on the rare chance I have time to dine in, their line again is usually long inside. Their is nothing exciting about dining in. Just sit down and eat your meal haha. Food here is all about the fried chicken. That's what they specialize in and I know some people go for their shrimp but I ask them why? Maybe because it's cheap but I wouldn't trust that peewee fried shrimp over fried chicken. Add their mash and/or fries and you have a delicious fast food meal that your doctor for sure will notice when you go do lab work next.

  • 4/5 Demontray W. 1 year ago on Google
    Corporate must have gotten on them as the last few times I have eaten Popeye's the chicken was good even when manager Maria is there. Hopefully they don't return to re-dropping the chicken.

  • 5/5 Christina C. 11 months ago on Google
    Popeyes chicken is the shiznit and this location GETS BUSY AT DINNER TIME I was in line for awhile unexpected but next time I'm ordering off the app. Much faster when I preplan the meals. I love mashed potatoes and nuggets.

  • 1/5 dominique s. 1 year ago on Google
    I’m so upset I can’t even type frfr! So I live in the Gurnee area and because the Popeyes here is new I still visit the one in Round lake NEVER HAD AN ISSUE until TODAY!!! They legit sold me spicy chicken that was old and very unacceptable I then called the store to complain and was told TO BRING THE CHICKEN BACK LIKE I’m not 12 minutes away I won’t be back

  • 1/5 Andres C. 10 months ago on Google
    I am a tourist from Ecuador and I was eager to try this chicken and it got me really disappointed, chicken was dry, it was hideous and trash No le recomiendo esta basura a nadie

  • 4/5 Steve “Woody” C. 10 months ago on Google
    This place is always super busy. The service is fast. The food speeks for itself. I always go for the spicier fare.

  • 5/5 Heather J. 8 months ago on Google
    We went here for the first time and loved the food. Plus, we were pleasantly surprised at the value compared to their competitor. Staff was friendly. We'll be back.

  • 5/5 Amy M. 6 months ago on Google
    I know people always complain about Popeyes restaurant but the Round Lake Beach location has consistently always been great. Online ordering is so fast and easy. And the workers are always friendly and prompt. I typically do drive through to pick up my meal but occasionally have gone inside and the restaurant always appears to be clean and again the employees are friendly and helpful.

  • 5/5 SUE M. 5 months ago on Google
    Everytime I come here I am amazed how hard and efficiently they work. My favorite Popeye's to go to!

  • 5/5 Lance L. 3 years ago on Google
    We have a Popeyes within 2 miles from where we live. Also other locations within 5 miles. We stopped going to them when we discovered the ROUND LAKE BEACH location. By comparison, the food is fresher, the chicken pieces are larger ( especially the breast portions.) Always get hot chicken right out of the fryer mainly due to the volume of business they do. And the place is always kept cleaner, compared to other locations we have visited (very important with COVID 19). All in all, it is well worth the much longer drive to be sure of consistently getting the best quality. I don't usually don't rate "fast food" places (5 stars) but in this case, they deserve it. !

  • 5/5 Celene B. 3 years ago on Google
    I don't know about the rest but boy if that chicken sandwich isn't the best!!!

  • 4/5 Hugo C. 3 years ago on Google
    People its Popeyes need I say more. Get your spice level and pick either spicy or mild bone or tenders. Go home add honey to your biscuits with a side of slaw. Amen. Enjoy.

  • 5/5 Teutonic P. 3 years ago on Google
    I don't know what they're doing back there but this has to be hands down the best Popeyes location by far. I love popeyes and have visited dozens of locations but this one is a cut above the rest.

  • 5/5 Brenda Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Best chicken in town!!! Way better than Kentucky fried Chicken sorry Colonel Sanders, LOL

  • 1/5 Debra B. 3 years ago on Google
    3 sandwiches were extremely spicy we ordered mild chicken sandwiches Did not receive what I ordered !

  • 4/5 PEKubiak 3 years ago on Google
    Decent chicken. Better than KFC if you ask me. The drive-thru is usually busy at dinner time but moves quickly.

  • 4/5 Belinda A. 5 years ago on Google
    Chicken was as expected, delicious, crispy. The place was clean including the drink area. Came in later in the evening only to find out the place had run out of spicy chicken. The food was hot, well prepared. The line was fully staffed. The wait was anywhere between 5-10 minutes.

  • 4/5 Jeff C. 3 years ago on Google
    Ordered ahead and picked up inside. COVID safe. Chicken was as good as ever. The chicken sandwich both regular and spicy were great. They come in a nice little insulated back that keeps them hot.

  • 5/5 Matthew 3 years ago on Google
    This place is it

  • 5/5 Anthony A. 3 years ago on Google
    This Popeyes has never ceased to be fantastic. Even with long lines they are fast, and the food is hot and fresh. The spicy chicken sandwich is the perfect blend of flavors. The meat is both tender and juicy, enveloped in a crispy breading infused with Cajun spice. The bread provides a semi-sweet counter flavor to complete the package... Alright, I need to stop eating here so often!

  • 3/5 Della S. 3 years ago on Google
    Fast friendly service,and the line was long. I went to the drivethru, all my food was in the bag. No spoons tho LOL

  • 4/5 Linda L. 3 years ago on Google
    Good chicken

  • 3/5 Hector V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good attention and very fast the service (Original) Buen atencion y muy rapido el cervicio

  • 2/5 Randy D. 3 years ago on Google
    Always an issue with drive thru, always check your order for accuracy.

  • 4/5 Mauricio R. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place fast clean and good food

  • 5/5 Paul B. 3 years ago on Google
    Way better then KFC. Not as greasy as KFC. I feel like I've had an oil spill in my stomach after KFC. Popeyes is very clean and fast. I notice the same employees working here for a long time. KFC employees are lethargic and novices by comparison.

  • 3/5 Holly T. 3 years ago on Google
    Their chicken is pretty good. But, the last few times we used their drive through it was kind of bad service. The one girl cashier drop our drink & made a mess. She took quite awhile to clean up. There was another clerk trying to mop up her mess. Whenever you order you here the other staff yelling so loudly in background when we were trying to order. Wish they were more friendlly & speak clearly on the speaker. The lines in drive through are too long!! Need to remodel their tiny parking lot! Thank you.

  • 4/5 deleah f. 3 years ago on Google
    Really good

  • 5/5 Lynn S. 3 years ago on Google
    That new chicken sandwich was awesome! Big piece of real chicken breast. Juicy and the breading was perfect. Loved it. Fries are good ,too.

  • 5/5 David L. 3 years ago on Google
    Always good and drive thru line while long ia fast.

  • 5/5 Motobomber 3 years ago on Google
    Best service I've ever had at a popeyes!!!

  • 4/5 Darlene S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great chicken sandwich, love the cajun rice and the onion rings.

  • 5/5 Susan K. 3 years ago on Google
    Great tasting chicken and mashed potatoes!! Can't wait to eat there again!!

  • 2/5 John S. 3 years ago on Google
    I go to this place for my wife

  • 5/5 pineapple m. 3 years ago on Google
    Was very busy tonight but it felt like we was in an out

  • 4/5 Edwin L. 3 years ago on Google
    It's good, the people are weird

  • 3/5 Jesse R. 3 years ago on Google
    Sorry for the late response. First time visit at this location. Out for lunch. Drive thru was busy. Decided to go in to place my order. Once I was placing the order, the cashier was rude by just leaving to check on something without saying excuse me. Then to find out there was no shrimp available for my combo. 2 tender and shrimp. So just ended up getting the tender combo. The wait time was unbelievable long. 10+ minutes for the food. The amont of overhead, 11 employees that I counted at this time. With that being said, I felt like the service and the wait time wasn't satisfactory.

  • 5/5 Latanya J. 3 years ago on Google
    Love that chicken from popeyes

  • 4/5 Andrea B. 3 years ago on Google
    Online order was picked up through the drive up. Aside from having to wait in the drive up line it was fine.

  • 1/5 Asia R. 3 years ago on Google
    Got my order wrong twice & horrible customer service.

  • 4/5 adam m. 3 years ago on Google
    Good chicken

  • 4/5 Rosa B. 3 years ago on Google
    The fries are delicious!

  • 5/5 paladin n. 3 years ago on Google
    They chicken is always fresh

  • 4/5 Jose M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service overall

  • 4/5 Averyeggyboi 3 years ago on Google
    I don't know how or why but, someone put a sea cucumber, instead of a pickle, in my sandwich. Not gonna I kinda ignore it and just went on with my meal.


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  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
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  • Dining options
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