Megan Thee Stallion officially opened her first franchise restaurant, a Popeyes location in South Beach, Miami, marking her transition from collaborator to full franchise owner. The Grammy-winning artist celebrated the New Year’s Eve opening on December 31, 2025, and shared clips on social media showing her interacting with the staff, greeting customers, and even serving food behind the counter as the new restaurant welcomed its first patrons.

The Miami Popeyes venture stems from Megan’s long-standing partnership with the chain, which began in 2021 with the release of her viral “Hottie Sauce” and a series of branded merchandise drops. Through that collaboration and sustained engagement with the brand, she moved into ownership and is now the face of her South Beach franchise — a physical embodiment of her influence in both entertainment and business.

At the grand opening, Megan donned Popeyes apparel and took time to personally meet and learn the names of her staff members, signaling her hands-on approach to the enterprise. Fans gathered outside the location throughout the celebration, documenting the event and tagging the rapper’s posts online as she invited the community to come dine at her new restaurant.

The Miami outlet serves the full Popeyes menu, including signature items enhanced by Megan’s earlier collaborations, and stands as her first step into franchise ownership with potential for further expansions in the future.