Canadian quick service restaurant brand Mary Brown's Chicken is set to open its first overseas restaurant in Lisburn, Northern Ireland.

The brand, internationally known as MB Chicken, will open its doors on 21 February 2024.

The new Lisburn location will serve dishes including Mary Brown's Chicken's Big Mary Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Tenders, Taters, bone-in Signature Chicken and Tater Poutine.

The company’s signature taters are locally sourced hand-cut breaded potato wedges.

In addition to its classic menu, Mary Brown's Chicken will introduce new items exclusive to the UK, such as MB Soft-serve Ice Cream, MB Shakes and Halloumi Fries.

The opening celebration at Lisburn Leisure Park on 21 February 2024 will invite guests to experience MB Chicken's products, including a complimentary Big Mary Sandwich.

Customers can place orders through the Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats apps.

MB Chicken plans new locations in the UK, Pakistan and Mexico in 2024.

CEO Hadi Chahin said: “For 55 years, Canadians have made Mary Brown's Chicken their first choice for fresh, delicious hand-cut, hand-breaded fried chicken and taters. We are therefore excited to introduce our legendary fried chicken to the wonderful people of Lisburn.

“What makes Mary Brown's special is our delicious, handcrafted menu and genuine hospitality. We have been a beloved tradition in Canada for generations, and we can't wait to share our passion for delicious, locally sourced and made-from-scratch quality food with our new friends in the UK.”

In November 2023, Mary Brown’s Chicken launched a new winter menu.

Its Chicken Team Feast deal includes additions such as mashed potatoes and cinnamon biscuits topped with cinnamon glaze.