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    El Pollo Loco

    2.9 (100 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    EL POLLO LOCO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    2 piece chicken breast  meal
    Bailey M.

    Really quick service through the drive through. I enjoyed the 2 piece chicken breast and wing meal I ordered. I loved the flavor of the chicken. For my sides, I enjoyed the mashed potatoes and gravy and the corn. The chips and salsa were also good. I would definitely come back!

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    HoyMay P.

    We were looking for a quick bite before attending a rock and gem show. El Pollo Loco caught my eye so we made a stop. I ordered the Classic chicken burrito. They were busy so the order took about 10 minutes. Received my order and asked for two avocado salsas for the burrito. The burrito was decent especially with the avocado salsa on it.

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    The chicken was so delicious! It was petfectly marinated. We did not get the guacomole we ordered and tbe bean juice was all over everything. Package issues. Food was great!

    Reasonable price for a complete lunch
    Kurt P.

    Can't believe I've lived in Tucson for 13 years and never been here. I was nearby having my windshield replaced and grabbed lunch while I waited. Nice menu with lots of healthy choices. I opted for the 3 pc chicken (dark meat). It was ready super-quick, under 1 minute! Absolutely delicious! The flavor was good, chicken was just a little dry for dark meat, skin reasonably crispy (not as crispy as KFC), the salad was nice and the beans were exceptional with a little kick to them. I will definitely be back. Great place for a quick, reasonable, healthy lunch. Not a big fan of the background music, but n accounting for taste!!

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    Trevor C.

    I've been living in tucson for years and heard so many great things about that place but sadly it was very disappointing. Very small and over cooked chicken with a side of under cooked rice.

    Ranchero Burrito
    Mike M.

    I had the Ranchero burrito, Spanish rice and chips. The burrito was tasty and pretty much almost too much to eat. With Covid going on it's still sad that half the place is closed off. The service was nice and the food tasted fantastic. The dining room is open by the way.

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    Wrong order!! Have attempted twice to get my $ back and have been ignored!! 12/10/23 6pm ish El Pollo Loco Ina Rd Tucson!

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    Stopped by for lunch today and was surprised by the cleanliness prices and quality . They have…read morestaff that cleaned tables after each customer leaves. The food was excellent and prices are incredibly less than our dirty Mc Donald. Spotless everywhere! Surprise puts it mildly! Most fast food places are overpriced and sloppy in the extreme today here in Tucson.

    First Impressions:…read more This was my first time trying this place, and I'll be honest -- I was pretty excited. I've heard a lot of hype from friends and online, so I had high expectations going in. Visually, the food looked fine when I opened the box, but unfortunately, that's where the excitement started to fade. Interactions: The staff were very friendly and welcoming, which I really appreciated. They handled my order professionally and made the experience on the customer service side a positive one. Service: The food came out on time, and I didn't have any issues with the ordering process. Everything was packed neatly, and nothing was missing from the order. Food: Unfortunately, the food just didn't live up to the hype for me. Everything was noticeably cold by the time I sat down to eat, and even beyond the temperature, the taste and texture were underwhelming. The fries were bland and limp, the chicken tenders lacked flavor, and the toast felt more like an afterthought than a real side. The sauces were the only thing that gave the meal some life, but they couldn't carry it on their own. Value: Considering the price and the reputation, I was expecting better quality. It didn't feel like I got the freshness or flavor I've heard so much about, which was disappointing for a first-time visit. Recommendation: I usually don't leave bad reviews, but I also believe in honest feedback. While I was really let down this time around, I'm open to the idea that maybe I just caught them on an off day. I might give it one more shot in the future, but as of now, I'm not in a rush to return.

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    Even though there is good, I mainly go here for my mom and the prices for their frozen strawberry…read morelemonade is insanely overpriced. With tax in 2019 it cost 1.09, now in 2026 it cost 2.53 for the same exact size. you all need to find a way to raise the money for your store other than raising your prices in the same item 5-6 different times. It is a 20 ounce cup for 2.53 when I can get the same thing in a 44 ounce cup for the same thing over at sonic.

    I've been working crazy hours lately and haven't had time to grocery shop or meal prep at all. So…read morethis morning at 6:30am I put in an order at Salad N Go on River Road, just planning to grab a salad for lunch. Then I saw their breakfast combo deal (breakfast burro, salad or wrap, and a drink for $10.99) and couldn't pass it up. I ordered the Fiesta breakfast burro and it was SO good. The turkey sausage was fabulous -- I'm not a fan of big chunks of sausage in my burros, and this was a perfect fine crumble. Every bite was balanced. I also got the Green Reviver drink. You can definitely taste the freshly blended fruits and veggies. It had a little viscosity at first, and I wasn't totally sure about it on the first sip... but wow, it grew on me fast. Kind of addicting, actually. For later, I grabbed a Cobb salad with chicken and it was super fresh and flavorful. The avocado slices were generous (which I love) and everything tasted crisp and just-made. I'm eating great today thanks to this combo and will absolutely be back. Please keep this breakfast combo around! Just a heads up -- you can only get it during breakfast hours.

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    3.6(112 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    This is a review from a pregnant woman point of view. My husband got the slider and tender order. I…read moreavoided to eat the buns and indulged on the chicken and cheese fries. They were very yummy and I was able to tolerate the mild spiciness. Although I will say, since becoming pregnant my body has been very sensitive to foods that have ultraprocessed ingredients and not whole foods. So after eating I felt a bit uncomfortable but no horrible reactions (like the ones I had in chikfile) . So maybe next time I crave fast food I would get just the tenders and fries and eat moderately :)

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