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Plus, adding a new item to its $5 Faves menu.
Cheese curds are a beloved staple in the Midwest, and in recent months, fast food chains have brought the regional favorite to customers nationwide, earning plenty of rave reviews. Culver’s is arguably known for its cheese curds (and secret menu modifications), and KFC dropped its own version of poutine, piled high with cheesy bites, at the beginning of 2026.
Now, another big name in fast food is bringing back its own take on cheese curds for a limited time, and fans argue that they may be the best in the industry.
Popeyes Cheese Bites Are Back For a Limited Time
Last year, Popeyes entered the cheese curd game with Popeyes Cheese Bites, which quickly became a hit among fans. The snackable side is making a limited-time comeback, and it may be worth a trip to the fast food chain.
“They taste like cheddar bay biscuits,” reported one taste-tester on Reddit who declared them the “best cheese curds/bites I’ve ever tasted.” Meanwhile, another commenter wrote that the Popeyes Cheese Bites, which feature white cheddar hand-breaded in a garlicky crust and come with a side of marinara for dipping, are “hella good.”
“These are so good that I actually regret trying,” wrote one Redditor before adding, “I don’t live near a Popeyes but omg I’m craving some rn [right now].”
In addition to being pretty dang good, the crunchy cheese curds’ $3.99 price tag makes them a budget-friendly addition to any meal, whether you stick to the classic fried chicken or opt for a sandwich.
Popeyes Debuts New Butterfly Shrimp
Beyond the return of the curds, Popeyes is also expanding its $5 Faves menu with Butterfly Shrimp, available in four bold flavors: Buffalo, Garlic Parm, Lemon Pepper, and Ghost Pepper. The 8-piece meal joins the summer $5 Faves lineup alongside the chain’s signature chicken sandwich, 3-piece chicken tenders, and 3-piece signature chicken.
Whether you’re in the mood for spicy seafood or a cheesy crunch, Popeyes’ summer releases are budget-friendly options for every type of fan. If you want to try the beloved Cheese Bites while they’re back on the menu, you may want to head to Popeyes ASAP, since they’re only available for a limited time. Worst case, though, you can always opt for what may be the best fast food chicken wings.
Read the original article on Allrecipes
