A man triggered widespread backlash after questioning the popularity of Red Rooster, an Australian fast-food chain specializing in roast chicken. His Reddit post, titled ‘Does anyone actually get Red Rooster?’, expressed genuine confusion over the chain’s existence and jokingly suggested it might serve as a front for money laundering.
The Post That Opened a Can of Worms
The query quickly amassed over 600 comments, unleashing a torrent of defenses from loyal customers who described Red Rooster as underrated and superior to competitors. The original poster admitted surprise at the reaction, stating, ‘I am now being personally attacked. Jesus Murphy, the Red Rooster crew is strong. FML I was expecting the opposite (response). This is blowing my mind.’
He soon backtracked, posting, ‘I’M SORRY. I’M SORRY OKAY! I’M DRIVING THERE NOW. I’M SORRY,’ and later added, ‘9am is clearly the time Red Rooster fans gather over a 1/4 chicken and gravy. FML please don’t start a non-peaceful protest in Melbourne CBD. I SAID I’M SORRY. I’m freaking ashamed of myself… I was too busy worrying about petrol prices and the war all this time; I am the fool.’
Fans Defend Their Favorite Chicken Spot
Customers shared enthusiastic endorsements, highlighting long queues at local outlets and personal rituals. One fan noted, ‘This is a you problem. The Red Roosters nearest us always have queues whenever I stop in. So yes, plenty of people are getting Red Rooster.’
Another detailed a weekly tradition: ‘Once a week at 10:30pm, I stop by my local RR. I order a whole roast chicken cut into quarters from (not kidding) the happiest, most friendly drive-thru operator I’ve ever come across. I enjoy the chat. And I enjoy the chicken over the next few days. My order costs $15 and is both better value and tasty. So yes, there are actual ENTHUSIASTIC Red Rooster customers out there.’
Observations ranged from luxury cars at drive-thrus to praise for menu items. A commenter remarked, ‘I once saw a Lamborghini parked in front of one. It was a Red Rooster that was well away from significant foot traffic. Perhaps money laundering or perhaps you’re never too rich to enjoy a Rippa Roll.’
Popular orders included the ‘soggy Rooster Roll and pineapple fritter,’ with fans calling them ‘an Australian delicacy.’ Others lauded the burgers, fried chicken surpassing KFC, and chips with gravy, despite outlets often appearing empty.
Embracing the Money Laundering Rumor
For years, speculation has swirled that Red Rooster’s quiet stores mask ulterior motives. The chain addresses this with humor on social media, posting videos captioned, ‘You’re so funny! Thanks we’re an Australian chicken shop that everyone thinks is a money laundering front.’
Another clip provided ‘proof that Red Rooster has actual customers.’ In September 2021, Red Rooster’s marketing director embraced the jest, saying, ‘There has been one circulating for some time that Red Rooster is a money-laundering business. As a good Aussie down-to-earth brand it’s not above us to have a laugh at ourselves and we think it’s quite funny actually – we feel confident enough to join the conversation and play to it, having some fun with everyone and the theory along the way.’
The poster’s inbox filled with date invitations to Red Rooster, to which he replied, ‘I’m sorry, but if I was single I would wine and dine some Red Rooster with you.’
