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El Pollo Loco

4.0 (24 reviews)
Open 9:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Picture A.

They were good when they 1st opened. Already going down hill. Everything that comes with the chicken isn't fresh. The food looks nothing like the menu. Good service, but the ingredients have gone down hill. Why does this always happen to Lompoc restaurants?

4 piece meal mixed with broccoli and rice.
Hugo S.

Ok you fine people of Lompoc let me put you on the game that is pollo loco... this chicken is an institution in Los Angeles. It's citrus grilled whole chicken on an open flame and they've been doing this since they were established in 1975. Always a fresh, healthier option for you than those other fried chicken places. I say this because the young lady that helped me at the drive-thru (Karissa) told me she had never heard of this business until she started working here. And to quote her after I asked her if she liked the food she said "it's gas" lol. So in other words it's good ladies and gentleman. This specific location doesn't offer indoor dinning like most LA locations but they do have out door seating with a walk up window and drive-thru. The staff was courteous and easy to engage. That's always a plus when going out to eat. It's rather loud but only because it's located on H street which is the Main Street that runs through town. Also download their app like I have to get free perks like a free side of chips and guac as I did today or discounts on online orders or in person orders. It adds up trust me, lol... so if you're new to this chicken give them a try and don't skimp on their fresh made salsas either!!

Having had El Pollo Loco for many years in LA I was happy to see it arrive to Lompoc, unfortunately I was disappointed with my first visit today. The chicken was the size of nuggets and very dry. The cole slaw was missing flavor and the rice very hard. They really need to improve their cooking and portion sizes, cus no one wants to pay those crazy prices and not receive quality food.

nice little pollo loco in the city of lompoc tom was very nice from the beginning and I appreciate him for that! God bless thanks for the good food!

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8 months ago

Tommy was VERY hospitable on a Saturday night. A+ Food was delish. Awesome restaurant inside and out.

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1 year ago

Do not get the hard shell tacos. Mine was full of oil and burnt to a crisp. I'll never go back

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11 months ago

Food and service were great! On Tuesdays they have a taco Tuesday special! It has been a great addition to Lompoc.

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11 months ago

4 I have been pretty consistent in the items I order either standard chicken burrito or el Pollo bowl good quality and price

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11 months ago

Great service, very friendly customer service, very clean and well maintained. Food was made correctly each time.

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1 year ago

Chicken was burnt and dried out, was of $$$. Need a NEW CHEF, someone who knows how to cook Chicken

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This place only has two stars because y'all didn't get the pleasure to be blessed and helped by the…read moreamazing ONE & ONLY - Angel. NOW THIS MAN RIGHT HERE KNOWS how to make a customer smile. This amazing, hard working gentleman, with a CLEAN haircut is EXTREMELY PROFESSIONAL while handling customer service like it's his second nature !!! MANAGEMENT- PLEASE GIVE THIS MAN A RAISE AND A DARN PROMOTION because he certainly deserves it!!!! When you can HEAR your drive through person SMILING - THATS A DAMN WIN !!! Just hearing him living his best life while working, watching him be unapologetically himself and keep having fun, while making sure my drive through time wasn't too long.. Bro you're awesome. Don't let anyone dim that shine Angel !!!!! YOU THE REAP MVP OVER THERE !!! KEEP IT UP G !!!! lowkey my burger was trash but you were tight so it's ok

Tried the new snack wraps cause we all know the original ones were the best, and honestly…read moredisappointed. The size and the size of the chicken and everything just lacking. They have a new sauce for the chicken tenders and I gotta say the creamy chili - is so good! I was hoping it would be the same sauce on the spicy version but it's their spicy sauce they put in everything else so was not a fan. I like the convenience of ordering ahead and using the app but what is the point if they still get your order wrong? I add it to my order - then for condiments (ketchup) they tell you to ask for it before the pickup window to not slow things down.. I mention it to the person at the register too.. and still none?

El Pollo Loco - mexican - Updated May 2026

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