Nando’s UK: Watch the ad here!

Nando’s is one of the most popular food chains in SA, and it’s where you go if you want a taste of peri-peri chicken. Here’s a UK ad!

Nando's restaurant. Photo by Jenni Baxter

Nando’s is one of the most popular food chains in South Africa, and it’s where you go if you want a taste of mild (or very hot) peri-peri chicken.

The chain has been around in South Africa for decades, where they’re known for their ‘sharp’ advertisements that often poke fun at celebrities and pop culture.

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But did you know that the peri-peri chicken chain is just as popular in the UK?

Here’s more about Nando’s UK, and some ads that feature a taste some South Africans might already find familiar.

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LOCAL CHICKEN HISTORY

Nando’s is a South African brand, which first emerged in Johannesburg during 1987.

Since the beginning of the brand, it has grown to become one of the most popular food chains in the country – at least for those who can’t get enough of peri-peri chicken.

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Robert Brozin and Fernando Duarte founded the company, which now has several hundred stores located all over Southern Africa – and that’s not the only place where you’ll find their unique blend of chicken for sale.

NANDO’S UK

According to The Guardian opened their first restaurant in the UK way back in 1992.

The first Nando’s UK restaurant was located in Ealing, West London.

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Since then, hundreds of Nando’s restaurants have popped up in the United Kingdom – and yes, it’s an extremely popular choice for eating out when you’re in the mood for some peri-peri chicken.

The restaurant has become a favourite of stars like Jimmy Page, who can be spotted eating there with many celebrities (and locals) who have become hooked on the taste.

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In 2021, the chain had to close hundreds of restaurants across the UK due to delivery issues – but sales have gone up, and peri-peri chicken is as popular as ever.