Two new fast-food restaurants are opening in the Irish midlands this week, bringing international brands to new locations. Wendy's, the American burger chain, opens its second restaurant in Ireland today in Tullamore, County Offaly. The first Wendy's in Ireland opened in Dublin in 2025.
Meanwhile, Applegreen is opening its first Popeyes restaurant at the Midway service station on Junction 17 of the M7 motorway in Portlaoise, County Laois. Popeyes, known for its fried chicken, has been expanding in Ireland through partnerships with Applegreen.
The openings are part of a broader trend of fast-food chains expanding into regional areas in Ireland, following successful launches in Dublin. Both restaurants are expected to create local jobs and offer new dining options for residents and travelers.
Wendy's and Popeyes join other international chains like Five Guys and Taco Bell in the Irish market, which has seen increased competition in recent years. The new outlets are set to serve customers from today.
