November 6th 2024.
Have you noticed the rise of fried chicken on the UK high street? It seems like chains are popping up left and right, from the well-known KFC to newcomers like Popeyes, Wingstop, and Slim Chickens. And it looks like we're about to get another fast food chain from across the pond - Mary Brown's Chicken. You may have heard of this Canadian institution, which has been around since 1969 and already has a few locations in Northern Ireland. But now, the first location has opened its doors in London on November 6th.
If you're in the capital, you can now try the chicken spot that's been turning KFC fans into Mary Brown's converts. And the reviews have been interesting, to say the least. According to @CourtneyShim on Instagram, once you try Mary Brown's, you won't even want KFC anymore. People have even been willing to wait up to 30 minutes for their chicken. Similarly, @mkinney427 claims to have always enjoyed Mary Brown's more than KFC, while @SylerTangster calls it "god tier." Reddit users have also been impressed, with one commenting on the freshness and taste of the chicken, and another calling it "first class."
So, what's on the menu at Mary Brown's? Well, their claim to fame is their Big Mary burger, which has been dubbed Canada's favorite chicken sandwich. It's a chicken breast breaded in their signature recipe, served on a sesame seed bun with mayo, lettuce, and a pickle on top. Other popular items include Taters (similar to potato wedges), various chicken options and combos, Chicken Pop-Ins, Chicken Tenders, a spicy version of the Big Mary, and flaky buttermilk biscuits. They also offer a Tater Poutine, a twist on the traditional Canadian dish featuring their signature Taters topped with cheese and gravy. And for those with a sweet tooth, they have soft-serve ice cream, shakes, and Halloumi fries.
But wait, there's more! The UK menu also features some new items not available in Canada, such as MB Soft-Serve Ice Cream, Shakes, and Halloumi Fries. And it looks like Mary Brown's is just getting started. With over 200 locations in North America, they have plans to continue expanding globally, with upcoming openings in the UK, Pakistan, and Mexico in 2024. In the next five years, they hope to have 150 international stores.
Our friends at Metro's Specialist Food Writer had the opportunity to try out two of the most popular items on the menu - the Big Mary and Tater Poutine. And here's their honest verdict: the Big Mary was a pretty decent chicken burger, with fresh chicken and a tasty breaded coating. However, it didn't quite live up to its name as the "favourite chicken sandwich." And while the pickle on top makes for a fun presentation, they felt that just one wasn't enough. As for the Tater Poutine, it may not look pretty, but it's a delicious combination of their Taters, cheese, and gravy.
In other chicken news, Popeyes has just launched their first-ever Christmas menu in the UK. With items like a Festive Superstack Sandwich and a seasonal revamp of a classic hash brown, they're bringing the flavors of New Orleans to our holiday favorites. So, whether you're a Mary Brown's fan or looking to try something new, there's plenty of options for chicken lovers on the UK high street. Will you be giving Mary Brown's a try? Let us know in the comments.
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