Popeyes Is Closing Some Restaurants Early on Staff Shortages

Its chicken sandwich may be a hit, but Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen can’t get enough workers to sell it.

Almost 40% of Popeyes locations have been forced to curtail operations as a result of the labor shortage sweeping the industry, forcing the restaurant chain to close dining rooms and rely instead on drive-through, delivery and takeout. It joins a growing list of restaurants, including Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. and Domino’s Pizza Inc., that can’t get enough people to cook and serve food.