Chick-fil-A vs Popeyes
Live comparison — updates automatically as prices changeThe 2019 chicken sandwich wars put these two chains in direct comparison, and both have kept a Classic and Spicy version of their signature sandwich on the menu since. Chick-fil-A's sandwich is smaller and simpler; Popeyes' brioche bun and pickles version was the one that started the whole rivalry.
Chick-fil-Aruns cheaper on average, by about $2.47 per item
Menu Item Comparison
| Chick-fil-A: Chick-fil-A Sandwich (Classic) | $5.29 |
| Popeyes: Classic Chicken Sandwich | $5.49 |
| Chick-fil-A: Spicy Chicken Sandwich | $6.49 |
| Popeyes: Spicy Chicken Sandwich | $5.49 |
| Chick-fil-A: Chick-fil-A Deluxe Sandwich | $6.09 |
| Popeyes: 3-Piece Tenders Combo | $8.99 |
| Chick-fil-A: 8-Count Nuggets | $5.19 |
| Popeyes: Red Beans and Rice (Regular) | $2.99 |
| Chick-fil-A: Grilled Nuggets (8-ct) | $5.49 |
| Popeyes: Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy | $2.99 |
| Chick-fil-A: Chick-n-Strips (2 pc) | $4.29 |
| Popeyes: Buttermilk Biscuit | $1.49 |
| Chick-fil-A: Waffle Potato Fries (Medium) | $2.59 |
| Popeyes: 12-Piece Family Meal | $24.99 |
| Chick-fil-A: Egg White Grill | $4.79 |
The Verdict
Popeyes and Chick-fil-A price their chicken sandwiches within a similar range, so the decision usually comes down to preference (Chick-fil-A's peanut-oil-fried filet vs Popeyes' bigger, saucier sandwich) rather than cost. Chick-fil-A is also closed on Sundays, which Popeyes is not.
This comparison pulls live price data from each restaurant's page on this site. Prices are estimates and vary by location for both restaurants — see our price sourcing methodology for details.