A former food supplier, ADP Direct Poultry Ltd., has filed a $35 million lawsuit against Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, its parent company Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI), and supply chain manager Restaurant Services Canada Inc. The lawsuit alleges Popeyes purchased 'rotten' and 'unsafe' chicken from an unauthorized seller, Amjad Farooq Inc., operating out of residential garages in Ontario, without proper food safety inspections or refrigeration. ADP claims it lost its contract after raising these concerns. Popeyes denies the allegations, stating they found no evidence to support them and believe the lawsuit is retaliatory.
Lawsuit accuses Popeyes of selling ‘unsafe’ chicken in Ontario restaurants
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A former food supplier, ADP Direct Poultry Ltd., has filed a $35 million lawsuit against Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, its parent company Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI), and supply chain manager Restaurant Services Canada Inc. The lawsuit alleges Popeyes purchased 'rotten' and 'unsafe' chicken from an unauthorized seller, Amjad Farooq Inc., operating out of residential garages in Ontario, without proper food safety inspections or refrigeration. ADP claims it lost its contract after raising these concerns. Popeyes denies the allegations, stating they found no evidence to support them and believe the lawsuit is retaliatory.
Trending- 1 2021: ADP began supplying raw chicken to Popeyes.
- 2 December 2022: ADP was reapproved as an authorized supplier.
- 3 December 10, 2024: Restaurant Services terminated the supply relationship with ADP.
- 4 May 26, 2025: ADP Direct Poultry Ltd. filed a statement of claim with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.
- Lawsuit seeking $35 million in damages from Popeyes, RBI, and Restaurant Services Canada, and $10 million from Amjad Farooq Inc., plus additional punitive damages.
- Potential health risks to consumers from unsafe food.
- ADP Direct Poultry Ltd. lost its supply contract with Popeyes.
What: A lawsuit filed by ADP Direct Poultry Ltd. against Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI), Restaurant Services Canada Inc., and Amjad Farooq Inc., alleging the sale of unsafe and rotten chicken from an unauthorized supplier.
When: Lawsuit filed on May 26, 2025. Alleged practices occurred while ADP was a supplier (from 2021 until contract termination on December 10, 2024).
Where: Ontario, Canada, specifically in the Greater Toronto Area and Brampton. The lawsuit was filed with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.
Why: ADP Direct Poultry Ltd. filed the lawsuit after losing its contract with Popeyes, which it claims was a result of bringing its food safety concerns to the company's attention. ADP is seeking damages for alleged breach of contract, conspiracy, negligence, and loss of opportunity. Popeyes suggests ADP is 'lashing out' after losing business for legitimate reasons.
How: ADP Direct Poultry Ltd. filed a statement of claim with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, detailing allegations of unauthorized chicken supply, lack of inspections, improper storage, and the sale of unsafe meat to Popeyes restaurants.