Popeyes Kids Meal (2026): What’s Included, Price & Best Picks
🗓️ 2026 Update (October 11, 2026): In a spring 2026 price check, Popeyes’ 1-piece leg kids meal cost $5.49 and came with a drumstick, a GoGo squeeZ applesauce and a drink. Kids meal options and prices are set by each restaurant, so check the Popeyes app for your store. See the full Popeyes menu for October 2026.
Popeyes’ kids meals are simple: a small portion of chicken, a kid-friendly side and a drink. They are a handy way to give children their own meal, but they are not always the best value. This guide explains what comes in a Popeyes kids meal in 2026, what it costs, how it compares with other chains and cheaper ways to feed kids at Popeyes.
What’s in a Popeyes Kids Meal?
| Kids Meal | Main | Side | Drink | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Piece Leg Kids Meal | 1 Signature Chicken drumstick | GoGo squeeZ applesauce | Kids drink | $5.49 (one store, 2026) |
Some restaurants also offer a tenders kids meal, and some let you swap the applesauce for a regular side such as Cajun Fries or Mac & Cheese. Options differ from store to store, so open the Popeyes app and choose your restaurant to see its kids menu.
Is the Popeyes Kids Meal Good Value?
👍 THE GOOD
Great chicken, easy side
Kids get the same famous fried chicken adults love, and the applesauce pouch is easy to eat in the car.
🤔 THE CRITICISM
Small portion
Daily Meal ranked it 9th of 10 kids meals in 2026, mainly because one drumstick and applesauce is a light meal for the price.
Popeyes vs. Other Kids Meals (2026)
| Chain | Meal Checked | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Popeyes | 1-piece leg, applesauce, drink | $5.49 |
| Wendy’s | 4-piece nuggets, side, drink, toy | $3.29 |
| Burger King | Any King Jr. meal | $3.99 |
| Chick-fil-A | 5-count nuggets meal | $7.15 |
💰 Smarter Ways to Feed Kids at Popeyes
- Share a $20 Family Meal. 9 pieces of chicken or 11 tenders, a large side and 4 biscuits works out to about $5 per person for four. See our Family Meal guide.
- Split a $6 Big Box. Two pieces of chicken or 3 tenders, 2 sides and a biscuit can feed two small kids. See our Big Box guide.
- Use the $5 Faves menu. 3-pc tenders for $5 gives more chicken than a kids meal. See our $5 Faves guide.
- Join Popeyes Rewards for app deals. See our Rewards guide.
Healthier Choices for Kids
A drumstick is one of the lower-calorie chicken pieces at Popeyes, and applesauce is lighter than fries. For a high-protein, lower-fat option, Blackened Tenders skip the breading entirely; read our Blackened Tenders guide. Breaded chicken contains wheat and milk, so check our Allergen Menu and Nutrition Guide if your child has allergies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Popeyes kids meal?
A 1-piece leg kids meal was $5.49 at one location checked in April 2026. Prices vary by restaurant.
What comes in a Popeyes kids meal?
A piece of chicken (such as a drumstick), a side like GoGo squeeZ applesauce, and a kids drink.
Can I get tenders in a Popeyes kids meal?
Some restaurants offer a tenders kids meal. Check the Popeyes app for your store’s kids menu.
More Popeyes guides: Full Popeyes Menu with Prices 路 Family Meal 路 Sides 路 Desserts
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