Popeyes Sets Sail With One Piece: Inside the Anime Collab That Just Broke the Internet

NEW ORLEANS — Popeyes officially set sail with One Piece yesterday, April 13, launching a massive nationwide collaboration that has fans across the US and Canada scrambling for exclusive Straw Hat Pirates collectibles.

The partnership with Toei Animation celebrates the legendary anime’s 25th anniversary, and if you haven’t seen the lines at your local drive-thru yet, just check Stan Twitter.

The hype train is moving fast. We are talking about a full-blown pirate takeover of the menu, complete with bento bundles and a dessert inspired by everyone’s favorite doctor, Tony Tony Chopper.

While the food is the main draw for some, the real treasure is the limited-edition bento box that has already turned the fast-food landscape into a digital scavenger hunt.

The Straw Hat Takeover Is Officially Here

Fast food is currently in its anime era. Following massive crossover moves from industry giants, Popeyes is finally getting in on the action with its first-ever anime collaboration. This isn’t just a PR move to look cool; it is a calculated celebration of a franchise that has sold over 600 million manga copies worldwide.

The collab officially hit stores on Monday, April 13, and the response was instantaneous. Fans are already reporting sellouts at major urban hubs. The move perfectly aligns with the current pop culture obsession with high-end fast-food collectibles, a trend that shows no signs of slowing down in 2026.

Megan Thee Stallion’s Royal Seal of Approval

If you needed more proof that this is the chart-topper of food collabs, look no further than Megan Thee Stallion.

The Grammy-winning rapper and noted anime super-fan took to Instagram today, April 14, to give her millions of followers a live taste test. Donning Luffy’s iconic straw hat, Megan feasted on the new menu, asking her fans, Am I finna be Luffy?.

As per her social media review, Megan was one of the lucky few to snag one of the free collectible treasure chest bento boxes. She gave a glowing review to the Gum-Gum Fruit Lemonade, describing the flavor as a mystery blend of berry and bubble gum that is really good.

She also gave the Chopper Cupcake a thumbs up, especially for anyone who loves strawberry icing. When the Hottie herself signs off on a menu, you know the fandom is going to show up in droves.

The Great Bento Box Hunt: Scarcity and Resale

Now for the Reality Check. While the menu is available at participating locations across North America, the actual physical bento boxes are rarer than a Poneglyph.

Popeyes only distributed the free collectible boxes to the first 200 customers at six specific locations: New York City, Boston, New Brunswick, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Miami.

Predictably, this scarcity has already fueled a massive secondary market. Insiders reported that the boxes, which were originally a free giveaway with a $13.99 bundle purchase, are already being listed on resale sites for significantly higher prices.

If you missed out on the in-store drop, do not panic just yet. Popeyes confirmed in an official statement that exclusive merchandise—including t-shirts, keychains, and more bento boxes—will drop on their official online shop on April 15.

Every Pirate-Themed Item You Can Eat Right Now

For those just looking to feast like Monkey D. Luffy, the menu is surprisingly detailed. The star of the show is the Luffy Bento Bundle, which retails for $13.99 and includes two pieces of signature chicken, mac and cheese, the Gum-Gum Fruit Lemonade, and a Chopper Cupcake.

If you want something a bit lighter, there is the Luffy Bento Box for $7.99, which strips it down to just the chicken and mac and cheese.

The Gum-Gum Fruit Lemonade features a blend of pineapple, blue raspberry, and orange, while the Chopper Cupcake is a strawberry-flavored treat with white sprinkles. Whether you are a hardcore collector or just hungry for some spicy chicken, Popeyes has made sure there is something for every member of the crew.