FFT TOURNEY: FINAL 4 game one: Popeye's crushes Arby's

#5 Popeye's vs. #8 Arby's

Voting ends tomorrow night at Midnight.

Popeye's has produced more votes than any during this 18 team tourney. The famous spicy fried chicken, mashed potatoes, red beans and rice, buttery biscuits, and more modern items such as their chicken tenders, sandwiches, and shrimp baskets have established them as a Louisiana favorite - more than just an equal competitor to Church's and KFC (who both, by the way, were quickly eliminated). The main gripe about Popeye's has been the service, though. The laziness of some of the employees, however, detracts little from the flavor of that distinct batter and side dishes and the enjoyment factor. "Love that chicken from Popeye's!"

Started in 1972 by the late Al Copeland and later franchised in 1976, Popeye's is now an international sensation that has approximately 1,800 chains - quite an accomplishment from just a lone "Chicken on the Run" that was set up in a small section of New Orleans.












Arby's is undoubtedly one of its kind in this tourney. Not a burger place, Arby's has been serving up roast beef sandwiches - some doused in gooey, warm cheese aka Beef 'N Cheddars. Their menu is more than just roast beef as it is diverse and prides itself on not offering the original, simple hamburger. French dip subs, "Market Fresh sandwiches", cheddar fries, and a variety of milkshakes and desserts give Arby's an extensive menu that surely could not bore the average stomach. "I'm Thinking Arby's".

Started in 1969 by the Davises, Arby's has now grown into a well-respected franchise of approximately 265 restaurants - most of which are located in the central and southwestern portions of the United States.