Megan Thee Stallion is not just the face of her Popeyes restaurant. She’s the owner behind the counter.
The Houston rapper officially stepped into her franchise era this week, opening her very first Popeyes location in the heart of Miami’s South Beach. And she didn’t just cut a ribbon and disappear. Megan showed up, stayed present, and worked the room in a way that made the moment feel personal, earned, and deeply full circle.
The grand opening on Washington Avenue marked the payoff of a partnership that began back in 2021, when Megan helped launch Popeyes’ viral Hottie Sauce and a run of co-branded merchandise that sold out fast. This time, the collaboration came with keys. The new restaurant reflects Megan’s fingerprints throughout, from bold murals to playful LED signage and custom “Hottie-certified” uniforms that mirror her confidence and creativity.
Opening day felt more like a neighborhood celebration than a corporate rollout. Megan laughed with staff, greeted customers, and soaked up the energy of the local community as cameras rolled and fans gathered. She also unveiled an exclusive menu item called Thee Megan Meal, a hearty lineup built to feel indulgent and familiar at the same time, giving visitors something that feels special to her store.
What really sent the internet buzzing, though, was the moment Megan went behind the counter.
In a striking orange-hue leather jumpsuit that hugged her frame and zipped down the front, she took orders and served customers herself, smiling and moving with ease like someone who belonged there. Her copper-toned bob added to the polished look, soft and glam without feeling overdone.
Footage from the day shows Megan genuinely enjoying the experience, moving between employees and customers with pride written all over her face. In a video shared on Instagram, she called the moment one of “extreme gratitude,” inviting fans to come through, eat good food, and enjoy the space she helped build.
In Miami, the Hot Girl captain has opened a new Popeyes chapter.
