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    El Pollo Correteado

    4.4 (72 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Brandon W.

    El Pollo Correteado is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed by the warm smiles of their incredibly friendly staff who genuinely make you feel at home. The aroma of chicken grilling over a mesquite fire is irresistible and promises a delicious meal. Their chicken is simply outstanding--juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection with that authentic mesquite smoky taste that's hard to find anywhere else. Not to mention, they generously provide plenty of fresh tortillas that pair perfectly with the succulent chicken, making each bite unforgettable. A quick tip: definitely arrive early because this local favorite fills up fast, and for very good reason. Trust me, it's worth the early visit. I'll certainly be returning soon!

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    Richard I.

    The BEST CHICKEN EVER!!! Come try it! I recommend it all the way. The place is small seats are limited, but you will not be disappointed.. Rich. Infante So CA

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    Ariana L.

    Super clean inside. Very busy but you are in and out within 10 minutes. Great service and even better food!

    Such a slavorful chicken
    Konlee S.

    Amazing place, chicken is soo tasty n very tender. It will literally fall off the bone good, small place, indoor and outdoor dining with awnings. Small parking, simple menu, the ribs are good also. Service is good!

    1/2 chicken plate
    Jeremie B.

    Very good Mexican bbq. I've been here twice while working in the Phoenix area. Best grilled chicken I have found in the area.

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    Laura A.

    El Pollo Correteado is a small bare bones casual fast food shack that serves mesquite charcoal cooked chicken. Inside is only three tables but they also offer some bench seating outside. You walk up to the counter and order either a half chicken ($6.57 April 2018 pricing). or a whole chicken. We ordered half chickens. Our chicken came with pickled onions, hot chili peppers, lemon, salsa and a stack of seven tortillas each. I received a delicious but funny looking half chicken. My half chicken had three legs and two thighs. My husband's half chicken also had three legs, two thighs and part of a breast. The chicken was delicious and moist by it's self.....But you have to squirt it with lemon and try it in the fresh corn tortillas with all the toppings to get the full experience. Besides the chicken they sell a few sides such as beans, macaroni salad and mashed potatoes. I saw a sign for a ten piece special too. This isn't a fancy place. I don't think anyone would ever take a date here but the Chicken is delicious and our meals were only $6.57 each!

    Good taste, skimp though.  Great condiments (salsa and pickled onions) though!  Bag of corn tortillas peeking out from the back.

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    Come here very often and today they tried to charge me $1 for each SMALL salsa. I've never paid for them.

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    Awesome chicken. I buy at least two to three chicken deals when I visit. It still never lasts very long. So good.

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    Delicious grilled chicken, fresh tortillas, good sides and salsas....decent prices and family specials as well. Good stuff!!

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    I love this place their pollo asado is the best in town. The flavor is very unique and their customer service is excellent.

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