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El Pollo Loco

2.7 (108 reviews)
Open • 9:30 am - 10:00 pm

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El Pollo Loco Bowl & BRC Burrito
Jarred D.

Oh El Pollo Loco, it's been a while... This was my most recent visit to El Pollo Loco. I haven't been to a location from this chain in over a few years. And boy, did it come in clutch! The staff was friendly and service was quick! The restaurant was clean and had a nice atmosphere with various patrons eating their lunch at the time I arrived. I decided to order something different than what I usually get. I ordered an El Pollo Loco bowl and a BRC (Beans, Rice, & Cheese) burrito. The bowl was hearty. At only $5 I was very surprised that they did not skimp out on the portions. To be quite honest I was pretty full from the bowl alone. The bowl came with pinto beans, rice, pico de gallo, cilantro, and of course, their famous chicken. The beans and rice were simply seasoned, nothing too fancy but enough to really taste the simple and clean cooking. The chicken had that original "El Pollo Loco" flare and flavor. They did not skimp out on the chicken. It felt like there was enough chicken to make up two chicken breasts worth of protein. To some people cilantro can give off a "soapy" taste; however, I am not one of those people and I enjoy it from time-to-time. Have no fear, if you don't enjoy cilantro, these bowls are made fresh and they can just make one without it for you. The BRC burrito is a classic El Pollo Loco staple. Mine, indeed, had the beans, rice, and cheese. A simple and clean ingredient burrito with no frills. No complaints on food quality and flavor here. The only recommendation I'd give is to roll the burrito so that you get a little bit of each ingredient in every bite. My burrito wasn't rolled that way and it ended up being mouthfuls of each ingredient at a time. It felt like a bean burrito, then a cheese burrito, and finally a rice burrito. In conclusion, this El Pollo Loco was full of flavor, had friendly staff, and served their food quickly, hot, and fresh. Worthy of a quick stop for a fulfilling bite!

Double Chicken Tostado
Lora A.

I am very happy with my food today! I had the Chicken & Baja Shrimp Tostada it is soooo good. The chicken and shrimp are so well cooked. Great job! Thank you to the cook today! Service was good as well!

Jill F.

I love love LOVE El Pollo Loco. The fresh charbroiled chicken marinated in delicious spices, the crunchy not-too-sweet coleslaw, and the Spanish rice that isn't clumpy or gloppy. Fresh salsas from the salsa bar. I love both the pico de Gallo and the avocado salsa, with a little but not too much heat. Super friendly staff, food served fresh... what more could you want?? This location is quick, clean and well run and I look forward to visiting it every time I am in the area.

Chipotle Chicken Avocado Burrito
Alex G.

Whoever was doing the food at 1240 today Jan 5 needs to learn how to wrap a burrito my burrito was ripped in half once I got it all the beans and condiments came out never coming here again

Stop here to get your box, then dip, eat, repeat. More hot salsa por favor!!
Dwight G.

Remember to add salsa caliente to your order.El Pollo Loco es primo Tacos Newly installed EV chargers nearby.

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Just went for churros. These things were hard as a rock this visit. Win some lose some.

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Good food at fair prices. Service is fast. A little too noisy at times. Staff is polite and friendly.

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Great food, love the pollo bowl combo. Best deal in town!!! At least once a week or more depending on how much we need to head into town!

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Santa Maria location does a good job, food cooked well. Not all locations do as well. (Paso Robles location not as good.)

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Not good - chicken was too dry. Flavorless side dishes and worst thing was salsa. Nothing tasted like Mexican. Sad.

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