This ain't a el pollo loco dupe, I think this is where they got the idea from haha. Anyways, this place is great, the food is authentically flavored, from the chicken, sides and the sauces. The place is not the best but only because it's a family owned space and I think it's also a party place, because it's huge and has lots of tables set aside , a dance floor and stage so they probably rent out the space for events. That didn't stop us from having their delicious chicken, the staff who took our order was really friendly and gave us good recommendations, but when we went I really just wanted their chicken, my gf got some other dishes too which was also good. Highly recommend this place if youre in the area. read more

El Pollo Real 2 - Carne asada tacos - Tacos Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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This place is amazing! We've eaten at their other locations in the past and it's always been delicious and super affordable. The staff is very friendly the atmosphere is inviting and clean. The menu is the perfect size and we always order the BBQ chicken it's really affordable and tasty check them out. read more

I came to El Pollo Real with my hubby. The appearance of the restaurant is vivid color and large facility. So you can easily see it. You can park anywhere front of restaurant. Wheelchair is accessible to park, entrance and restrooms too. When I entered the restaurant, I was surprised at how wide it was. It looks like you can have an event such as your birthday or party. I looked menu, there are many options, kids menu, quick bite, small plates, vegetarian menu and comfort food. I ordered a half chicken asad and ate with my hubby. Chicken was a little dry and hard to eat but other than okay. Service ladies are friendly and nice. I will be back here to try something else. read more

Food was big portions , but not flavorful , the meat was pdry and un seasoned .and the smell of animal urine in the place was a downer , the food also didn't seem it was made to order like it was sat out 4-5 hrs then re warmed up and served . read more

The food that I got was not what I ordered. I called to tell the establishment and what's she basically told me was that there was nothing she could do. I paid a lot for this food and am Upset with the way the staff handled this problem. Good luck. I won't be shopping here anymore. The rice is crunchy anyways. read more

This is hands down the best Pollo Asado I've ever had. It was super hot and fresh ,moist and delicious... I'm so glad we found this place... Please do yourself a favor and go try these guys... You won't be disappointed !!! read more

El Pollo Real 2 - This is the half chicken with all the fixins - Tacos Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Maybe she made an honest mistake not removing the guacamole from my fries. For me it was the rude way of her telling me that I need to speak up for myself more just came off as really rude and didn't care. I'm literally allergic to guacamole I always tell people, maybe she didn't hear me. Maybe she doesn't care I wouldn't support this business. read more

My wife and I continue our quest for the best Mexican cuisine in the Tukwila area and this restaurant popped up in my Yelp page. We live close, but didn't know it existed, because it borders on the industrial area of town. We walked in and the place looked kind of like a swap meet building. It would be a lot more inviting for sit down patrons if they did some beautification, but it seems to be geared more for take out. I will say that while we waited for our order that we sat at a table and it was perfectly clean. We ordered a bunch of food, enchiladas, a burrito, quesadillas and even grabbed a bag of the empanadas. It was all chicken this time, because they are known for their delicious chicken. It did not disappoint!!! The chicken had a rotisserie flavor to it and lightly charred skin that was amazing!! The fresh cilantro and other herbs gave everything a fresh clean finish. The salsa that came with our meal had the perfect amount of heat and was fresh and full of great flavor. The young man at the counter was perfect. He was upbeat, smiling and very professional. We felt very welcome here because he was so nice. At this point in time, this restaurant is our new favorite and we will be back to try more dishes. I have to say that some of the old, bad reviews do not reflect this establishment now. Everything was clean, fresh and delicious!! Can give it ten stars? I encourage all of the Tukwila locals to give this place a chance. You'll love it!! read more

Delicious food! The wife and I are from southern California and have been looking for some great Mexican food! We found it. The place is off the chain and decently priced too. This is my chicken joint. read more

El Pollo Real 2 - Real good food, feed the family and kids for only like 40 bucks or something. Plus beans and ensalada - Tacos Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

I am for supporting local businesses so my husband and I finally went to this restaurant with my sister and her husband for lunch. Plus, the location is really closed to our house. I was surprised when we came in. It doesn't look like a restaurant but more of a venue place where they just put tables and chairs. Nice to have a big party. We ordered our food. 2 Carne asada, 1 burrito, 2 beef enchilada combo. The Carne asada was too rubbery, enchiladas were dry. Burrito was decent. The meat in the enchiladas were not very tasty. Some Mexican restaurants give chips and salsa but this restaurant didn't. The price of the food doesn't match the taste of the food. I paid so much for a blah food where I paid the same amount at another Mexican restaurant and it was really good. I am disappointed with this restaurant. read more

Very tasty food and customer service was very friendly. Ambience was really good too and accommodating for a large group. Will definitely come back to this place again. read more

Oh my wowwwwww!!! I did not get to eat it fresh because I had it reheated after I got home from work, but man oh man! The grilled whole chicken here is amazing! The chicken is so full of flavor, smokey, and so delicious! My husband got the whole chicken, served with salsa, macaroni salad and fresh tortillas! You can get rice and beans for a few dollars extra! I didn't get any photos, but Google has a ton of pictures! The chicken had so much flavor, I haven't had good grilled Mexican style chicken since Mexico! Its so smokey, has that nice grilled flavor, bits of the skin was crispy, and tasted so perfect with the tortillas. Paired with the fresh salsa and smalls bites of their grilled Serranos made it perfect, I ate the chicken down to the bone, and cleared the bottom of the box! I'm so excited this place is so close to me, I can't wait to come back again. I highly recommend it, perfect for sharing! Enjoy! read more

El Pollo Real 2 - the front of el pollo real - Tacos Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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The place is dump, kitchen looks dirty, rice is bland, beans are watery, chicken is okay. Owner is rude AF. Save yourself some money and go to Azteca read more

great chicken!! Lady Was Very sweet! Deff Will be comming back with my family. great place to eat with family and friends

The chicken is other worldly, having tasted many a breast, legs, wings and ant part of a chicken you can think of, prepared in any way you can think of, I can confirm: if you want chicken, come here. read more

Have you ever tried rotisserie chicken that is finger licking good ? Wow just wow ! This place is delicious, the salsa ? Amazing ! The chicken ? So savory! The prices are worth it. If you enjoy a Mexican dish (BEANS, RICE, CHICKEN) come here ! read more

Oh my goodness! Sooo good!!!! Everything was good from the free tortilla chips with homemade salsa to the chicken and rice! This is definitely our new chicken spot. DELICIOUS!! read more

El Pollo Real 2 - Tortilla Chips and Salsa - Tacos Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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This is a 100% authentic pollo Sinaloa style place. So happy to have stumbled upon this place - was nearby at the museum of flight and stopped by for a quick lunch. They're marinated and grilled chicken is so good and perfect for ordering in large quantities and eating family style. Looks like there's events here in the evening - im am looking forward to coming back. read more

El Pollo Real 2 - Tacos Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

I love their chicken! It's so moist and super flavorful, their chicken is grilled therefore and has a very nice flavor. It's always cooked right, my family always requests me to bring home their chicken or dinner. read more

Hands down the best street tacos I have eaten outside of San Diego, CA. the meat is amazing, I can't decide between the chicken, the pork or the steak as my favorite because EVERYTIME I go I get all 3 meats and each time I have a different favorite. They also do catering so I had my work have them come and they cooked it right in the parking lot and set tables up for us all to go out and get the food hot off the grill. I plan on having this be a stop I make at the minimum every 2 weeks if not more. read more

El Pollo Real 2 - Pork, Steak, and chicken tacos. - Tacos Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

I work in Tukwila and was craving Mexican food at lunch time. Searched on-line and based on the reviews decided to give El Pollo a try. Since they are known for their chicken, I had to start with that and wow, it was really great. Served with homemade tortillas that were worth it alone. Also, a nicely roasted poblano as a garnish. Chunks of the roasted chicken, wrapped in a steaming tortilla with a dollup of their slightly spicy homemade salsa = da bomb! The portion was so generous, that it covered me for lunch for two days. I ordered my lunch to-go, but they do have a lot of tables if one wants to eat there. Not a place you'd go for the decor, but definitely for the food! read more

Went for lunch. Nice people and good food. Chicken is tasty and LOTS of it. Burritos are Huge. It looks like they have a dancing in the evenings. They are also applying for a liquor license which will be fun for sure. read more

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I'm from LA and haven't found any Mexican food that I would call authentic. This place isn't the best looking on the inside but wow they have the best food. The rice and beans are flavorful to the max and they have homemade corn tortillas, I mean that just took me over the top. The chicken is great and the salsa is fresh. I'm going to keep coming back read more

Not bad at all. Street tacos were exactly what you're looking for. But I came here for the pollo. Fire grilled chicken with beans rice and tortillas. All 3 were good. I usually judge my hole in the wall Mexican food solely on their beans and rice. Theirs were just fine. Would definitely come back if I were working out here longer. read more

Smells like old people and moth balls in here. Was not expecting what smelled like a dirty diaper when I opened the drink cooler. Also, there are children running around on little walker things. Ordered Shrimp Ceviche and a Coke, paid 17 bucks. Asked for hot sauce, was told they don't actually make any....I understand this is traditional Sinaloan, but I'm pretty sure they use hot sauce too. Whatever, a Togo container of Tapatio it is. Opened my Ceviche, which came in a 32 oz cup. Smells good, tastes okay, kinda bland. I'm used to more flavor, coming from Houston. Tortilla chips are thick and crunchy, but otherwise generic. Then I dive in further to my Ceviche, and what do I find? Nothing but RAW shrimp! Barely any at all, but was was there was still grey. A little too for the future. If you're going to prepare Shrimp Ceviche from raw, let the shrimp sit in ONLY citrus juice for about an hour. That way the come out pink with a nice "pop" to them when you bite in. Otherwise, bring your liquid to a boil, then turn off the heat and pop the shrimp in for a second. The way you've prepared this, while still edible, is unsafe and unappealing. read more

Really great grilled chicken meal with fantastic tortillas hand made and sides that compliment the chicken in a nice little taco! Great value good food and nice people with a smile! read more

4 out of 6 of us who had lunch here on Friday December 7 got extremely sick. Would not wish this sickness on anyone.

Really good grilled chicken! For a change something not fried and healthier :D Wanted to try their other unique offerings, but will have to order next time! To be frank, it looks like a good place to do a pick up, not so much for sit down. read more

I had the best shrimp taco I have ever eaten in my life at this local joint. Jesus. The rest of the food was good (fresh tortilla chips, pastor taco) and sometimes mediocre (pollo was a bit dry, guacamole is strange). But the shrimp taco! I will dream of that taco... read more

Stopped here looking for something quick to eat after an appointment. Wasn't sure what to expect, but the food was amazing! I had the shrimp tacos, my son the pollo asado. Both very tasty! The ambiance is simple - not much to write home about. But the food and the service were excellent! read more

Sorry folks. A real disappointment. I wanted to like it but unfortunately the food was not delicious. The chicken was dry and over cooked. Our order was taken was children that were bored and did not want to be there. The decor was picnic tables in a pool hall with no pool tables. Nothing charming or interesting; cement floors colorful walls, vacant.... Seems like it was setup more large parties and maybe banquet food. read more

I'm a bit on the fence with this place. The chicken was good, with crispy flavorful skin and a tasty rub. The sides...meh. I ordered a half chicken to go with rice and beans. The chicken had been cut into manageable pieces and was served with a nice jalapeño chile that had also been grilled. The beans are refried and not bad, just not all that great. The rice was terrible; over cooked to the point of mushiness, and almost completely lacking in flavor. I asked for maduros, the classic ripe plantain side that's a staple in most Latin American chicken joints, and the woman who took my order didn't know what they were. One of their sides is macaroni salad, which, I'm sorry, is just weird. The menu could use some work. The restaurant itself could also use some work. It's a cavernous, uninviting space with randomly spaced tables, unusable bar space and clutter everywhere. I would never dine in here. The chicken is good; the rest of it needs help. read more

Went in there to try it out and ordered a full chicken with beans and rice. It was delicious! Fresh, tasty, and affordable. I'll be back again. read more