I know I'm late to this party, but I've seen Pollo Primo around a few times and had been really looking forward to trying them. After a previous food event didn't go as planned, I finally decided to give them a shot since they were close by. Inside: The restaurant is cozy inside, though seating is a bit tight. But don't worry, they've got tons of space on the porch! I really enjoyed the laid back vibe, perfect for catching up with friends and family. Parking: You can park at the restaurant, as there's a parking lot. Just a heads-up, finding parking may be a bit tricky during busy times. We almost didn't get in, but luckily, someone was leaving after we circled around. Service: Pricing: The pricing was great, and my meal only cost $11, which I thought was a great value for the amount of food received. Food/Drinks: The menu might not be huge, but I appreciate how straightforward it is. It's a chicken shop, and who doesn't love chicken? I opted for the 1/4 Bird Meal (white meat), which included tortillas, rice, beans, pico de gallo, and both red and green salsa. Believe me, the portion size is generous! I only got the quarter bird, and it was more than enough. The food arrived hot and fresh. The chicken itself was a bit fresh, with most of the flavor concentrated on the skin. However, if you enjoy everything together with the salsa, pico, and rice, it all balances out nicely. I didn't get a drink at first, but I saw everyone ordering the frozen margaritas. I'm not a fan of frozen margaritas, but with how much they were getting, I had to see what the hype was about. So, I ordered the margarita with Jamaica. As I mentioned, I'm not a fan of frozen drinks, but after tasting it, I could see why it was so popular! Plus, it was definitely on the strong side, so one was more than enough for me lol. I cannot conclude this review without mentioning the music. The playlist was a vibe from the time I arrived to the time I left (Think 80s r&b!) I honestly didn't want to leave off the music alone. It added so much to the ambience. If you haven't tried Pollo Primo, it's a must! If I lived closer, let's just say it would probably be one of my most frequent restaurants. Looking forward to going back! read more

Pollo Primo - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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East Atlanta 7/24/26 1:30pm Cute restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. We went during lunch and it was a full house but we received our order quickly. Went with friends to give it a try since El Progresso's chicken wasn't ready yet. 1.Margarita with Hibiscus $10 2.Whole Bird Meal w/ rice beans and salsa $35.50 3. Lunch special Dark with beans rice chips and guac with drink $16.50 Marg was refreshing in the humidity but I didn't taste any alcohol if I'm being honest. A bit pricey but the chicken was moist and was good. It's seasoned with fresh herbs and earthy seasonings which was different. Rice and beans were good. Pico was fresh. Overall I really can't complain but don't know if I'll travel to the Eastside again for this since there are other options closer to home. read more

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We went to Pollo Primo on a Friday night and really enjoyed it! I've always heard great things about them so finally checked them out. They're located in East Atlanta off Moreland Ave. I ordered the quarter chicken plate, which comes with rice, beans, pico, and salsa. I also got the Agua Fresca Jamaica, which was really refreshing. We weren't planning on getting the frozen margarita at first, but we kept seeing everyone order one, so we got one on our way out. It was definitely a good choice! Also, whoever created the Friday night playlist deserves a shoutout because we were definitely vibing. The staff were friendly and the food came out quick! Overall, we had a really good experience and enjoyed the food, drinks, and atmosphere. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I wish I knew about this place earlier! Pollo Primo has delicious chicken plates for an incredible prices. For about $20, we got a half bird that came with rice, beans, tortillas, and salsas/pico de gallo that was enough food to feed two people while still having some leftovers too. The chicken is very tasty and it makes for a delicious meal. The tortillas are more on the chewy side though. We also got the guac which is $9 but it is MASSIVE and delicious and comes with chips too. The chips are more of a multi-grain tortilla chip so they're a little heartier and crisp. This place can get packed really quickly. Takeout can take over an hour but we went in person. There was limited parking but still seats available outside. The food was ready really fast - within about 10 minutes of ordering. I think we got lucky with our timing because I've heard it can take a while since it's typically very crowded. read more

Pollo Primo - 1/2 Bird Meal - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Big fan but biggest let down today Salsa sub tastes very different, way salty, and the chicken seems like it's using coarse salt now, so the recipe feels changed. The esquite corn also looked pale/different, maybe a new brand or because it's no longer mixed or fried with salsa. Service ok, It was better before, girl was a like upstairs, not as previous girls. Ambiance is good enough to talk. read more

Pollo Primo - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Simple menu but consistently good food. My go to is the 1/4 chicken meal dark that comes with rice and beans ( the beans are so delicious) 2 tortillas, fresh pico, red and green sauces. This place gets pretty busy but they do have an online order option to save yourself a wait along with the drive through pick up. I tried the churro my last visit and wasn't a big fan they where a but crunchy they i cared for. read more

Honestly didn't think this place lived up to the hype. We order a quarter chicken meal with breast meat, chips and guac, and their special beef soup of the day. Based on other reviews, I figured everything would be pretty bland or lack salt. Boy was I wrong. Everything was WAY too salty, even the rice and beans somehow. The chicken was a bit dry and wasn't as flavorful as it looked. We were overall left disappointed and wouldn't go back. There is very minimal seating inside so I would plan on taking the food to go unless it's nice out, they have a patio on the front. read more

Pollo Primo - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

For all the people who wants some authentic Mexican food... this is the place. Exceptional service and great service. The restaurant is very clean and staff is polite and professional. read more

Pollo Primo - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Wish every restaurant could be like Pollo Primo! Not only was the service quick and friendly, but the food was delicious too! Highly recommend ordering a side of guac to eat with your chicken - some of the best restaurant guac I've had. The covered outdoor patio was lovely for a Spring day, with plenty of barstool seating for smaller groups. 5/5 recommend! read more

Pollo Primo - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I had a feeling the food was going to be good when we walked in. The parking lot was pretty full, there were customers dining both inside and outside. There was also a steady flow of customers picking up orders inside and at the drive up window. The restaurant itself is clean, and the staff is efficient. We ordered the Whole Bird Combo to go. It came with rice, beans, tortillas, chips, guacamole, and salsa. Our family absolutely loved it. The chicken had a delicious seasoning on it, and it was super moist. The sides were also good. Especially the beans and tortillas. Yum! Great food at a great price. We fed our family for around $35 and everything was delicious. Highly recommend. read more

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Pollo primo is just consistently good. The service, the ambience-- can't go wrong with this Atlanta staple! The chicken is a 10/10 and so are the rice and beans. The elote is a skip for me, but otherwise everything on the menu is amazing. Worth the try! read more

Pollo Primo - 1/4 Dark Meal - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I've seen Pollo Primo touted over social media for some time now which had me really excited to try this as I'm a big fan of any type of slow roasted chicken...I mean who isn't, right? I was in luck as I got here in time to try their lunch special which I believe was a 1/4 chicken, rice, beans, chips, salsa, and a drink (horchata). The chicken looked magnificent, but to my surprise, I felt it lacked not only flavor, but salt. I actually felt that way about everything I ordered. I was a bit surprised and confused at how that could be considering the color of the chicken. I'm willing to try this place again though! read more

Pollo Primo - Lunch special - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I was worried this was not going to live up to the hype, but it 100% did. The service was great, took less time than I thought it would, and was just a cool spot to hang out with friends while we ate. We got a whole bird to split between four people, along with a side of chips and esquites. I made tacos out of my quarter thigh/leg, and added rice, beans, pico, and the various salsas on each bite. Everything was phenomenal. Only thing I would do different next time is get more beans, and possibly a side of guac, which looked crazy expensive, but might have been a nice bright touch. read more

Pollo Primo - Whole Bird Meal - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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This place is settled on bustling Moreland Avenue near 20E in Atlanta. There is some parking on the lot but not much if it's packed. It's decorated really cute inside and you walk right up to place your order. Theres indoor and patio seating as well. The service was good when I went, which was only once. Now the food...cooked to perfection! I mean cooked perfectly it looked absolutely amazing but the flavor was missing for me. This chicken quarter was cooked so beautifully that I ate it jist because of that, but was disappointed that there just wasn't any flavor. I felt tricked. The sides of beans and rice were just ok. I usually never say this about any place but it just wasn't hitting! If that chicken had more seasoning then they would've hit the mark, but unfortunately it didn't do it for me. And I don't need a lot of seasoning, but this was definitely under seasoned. I wouldnt go back simply because it was too expensive to be lacking flavor. If you must, go and try for yourself, but I've forewarned you! read more

Pollo Primo - 1/2 Bird Meal - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Very nice restaurant! It reminds me of Pollo Tropical, which we no longer have in Atlanta. The atmosphere is authentically comfortable, the service was superb, and the prices are very reasonable. I especially love that it's located in Atlanta proper. The chicken was delicious and seasoned perfectly. I'll definitely be back! read more

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My coworkers and i drive by here often and we finally decided to drop in. We ordered upon arrival and the wait wasnt to bad. The chicken was seasoned well. Im a rice girl so id ask for extra rice next time. The staff was pleasant. 10/7 i would recommend read more

Pollo Primo - 1/4 White Meal - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

10/10 would recommend! this has been on my list of places to try and im so glad i finally came! normally i prefer sitting indoors, which they did have as an option, but i honestly loved their outdoor seating area. it is partially covered so there is also some shade for when it gets hot and sunny out. the service was fast and their staff was very friendly. i ordered the 1/4 bird dark meat meal and the chicken was juicy and well seasoned. not pictured, but i also ordered a side of guacamole and it was fantastic - and i am VERY picky about my guac. not to mention all the prices felt very reasonable. will definitely be coming back! read more

Pollo Primo - 1/4 dark meal - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

The chicken was tasty WITH the sauces. Otherwise, it was pretty bland. The rice and beans were terrific! Overall 7/10

Finally a Peruvian spot in Atlanta with good vibes and a very simple menu. First off, the rice and beans were very flavorful and the portion size of the meal especially the chicken was generous! While the chicken was somewhat juicy, I expected it to have a bit more flavor (salt) so it was a lil bland and did require salsa or some type of topping. It was also a little too charred (which I only noticed upon reheating). The esquite was pretty good and the churros was a bit too dry and lacked the slight doughiness that I was expecting on the inside. Overall I would return in hopes that the dark meat is a bit better: 7:5/10 read more

I love when a place has a small menu, you know they've perfected their craft. So happy to have finally stopped in after a year of driving by! Pleasantly surprised that we found a parking spot in their small lot, but there's a bit of room and we got lucky! We visited on a Tuesday during dinner hours (around 6:30pm) and it was fairly busy, the line was moving and people were churning in and out, but keep this in mind as it's a pretty popular spot it seems! Inside there are only a few booths, with more seating outside, just prepare as it may be hot in the sun! There are ceilings fans for part of the patio, and some shade umbrellas, but it is hot in the Georgia sun. For drinks, we had the horchata and the agua fresca, both were very good! As a side we ordered chips with guacamole to share, the portion of chips and guacamole was extremely generous and they tasted great and home made. For meals, we both ordered 1/4 dark meals, they come with rice, beans, two tortillas, two sauces, and a pico de gallo. The chicken was delicious--juicy and well seasoned, the sauces both had great flavor and added some heat to the meal, the pico was fresh and bright, the beans perfectly seasoned, rice cooked to perfection and balanced the meal perfectly, and the hand made tortillas are to die for. Eat them plain or make mini tacos with them, you can't go wrong! I absolutely loved our visit! Reasonably priced for fresh and very filling food! Staff was friendly and food was served pretty quickly, too. Counter service. read more

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This was a different experience for me. The food was awesome. Not a typical Mexican restaurant , more like latin American. Serving Chicken, beans and rice-as main food choice. The service was friendly and the ambiance was laid back. They do accept apple pay , the eating areas are tight. A party of 4 is max at tables. You will use a lot of napkins lol . Bring some wipes for your hands and travel in single vehicle because parking is tight. Most definitely would go back. read more

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Loved it here! I got the 1/4 bird meal and was super impressed with the flavor, portion, and prices. I also really appreciated that they give a white vs dark meat option because I'm sometimes picky about my chicken. The staff were friendly, and I loved that they had indoor and outdoor seating options. The guac is also a must; it was so fresh and the chips were perfectly crisp and salty. Definitely recommend! read more

They really just do one thing here. Chicken, grilled Sinaloan style. And dang, do they do it well. This is one of the best take-out spots in Atlanta, and Juan and his staff make sure that dining in is a fun experience. The $12.50 1/4 chicken meal comes with beans, rice, and pico de gallo. The whole bird meal feeds four people for less than 40 bucks. Guacamole and esquites are available as sides. Be sure to have a hibiscus float in your margarita. read more

Dropped in for a quick bite to eat. I passed by this place a couple of times and thought today will be a good day to give it a try. The menu was pretty simple you can get a quarter, half or whole chicken and it comes with beans and rice.. the service was quick. The customer service was great and the margarita was hitting. Atmosphere is pretty laid-back. I decided to sit out on the patio and just enjoyed my food which was delicious. Will definitely be back. read more

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Yummy! I've passed this place a bunch, but I recently had the opportunity to go in. We got the half bird and I loved it! My bf thought the chicken was a bit spicy, but I would say it was maybe a 3/1 on a spiciness level. I got the soup, which was ok. The corn was really good. I would be back! read more

We got steak at this chicken restaurant! They're usually closed on Mondays, but they were open on this April Monday with a steak plate special. We waited in line and then for our food for about an hour total, but it was worth it! They were making fresh palomas in the parking lot, which helped with the long line. The food was amazing. I loved the steak (tender and cooked to perfection), the guacamole was to die for, and the rice was soft and a nice compliment. Great quality and taste. I skipped the tortillas since they were flour (with gluten) and there were no substitutions allowed for this event. The employees were really nice and helpful. This is a cute hole in the wall place with only 3 booths inside. There is more seating outside for when the weather is warmer. read more

Pollo Primo - Steak plate special - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Very delicious and fresh tasting. I really enjoyed the flavors and the price is great. I'll be back soon! The ambiance is cool there indoor and outdoor seating and good music. read more

Pollo Primo - 1/4 Dark Meal - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Margarita was crazy good. I love that they are quick and high value food for the price. I have never eaten at the restaurant but on a pretty day I'm sure the patio would be great! read more

Pollo Primo - Margarita - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Pollo primo is one of my favorite meals to get in Atlanta. Casual, cali-inspired pollo asado chicken shop, most ideal for takeout, this eatery is an absolute must for me whenever I am in town. Located off of Moreland Ave, between Ormewood Park and East Atlanta, the shop is extremely casual, laid back Cali vibes. There is a little indoor seating and more, covered patio seating outside. Note: the AC doesn't work that great inside and while there are fans outside, it's not enough. On a hot day, I'd just purely do takeout here. You order at the counter and their menu is relatively simple: white or dark meat roasted pollo asado chicken in various sizes, saucy pinto beans, rice, chips, salsa, homemade tortillas. The chicken is very good - cooked perfectly with great spices for flavor, but not heat. However, where this restaurant shines most is their sides: soft, made-to-order flour tortillas that you can top with nectar-of-the-gods, drippy, stewed pinto beans. Don't know what makes those beans so incredible (it's probably lard) but they are holy, they are so delicious. The rice is nice, light, jasmine rice lightly dressed with herbs, and the chips are made in house, excellently crunchy and salty. The guacamole and salsas are incredibly fresh tasting. Only the guac is extra - all of the other sides come with a standard meal. It's a significant amount of food for even the half bird meal, so I recommend sharing with friends or planning to save for leftovers (and this reheats so well, an ideal lazy dinner choice!) My perfect order here is to get a half chicken platter, an extra pint of beans, rice, and extra fresh tortillas, some guac and do a little make-your-own taco bar with friends. It's roughly $35-40 and will easily feed 3-4. It's rare to find prices like these with food this good anymore and I love to see it. There are some drink options - with the house made margarita and the frescas being the highlights, featuring just really fresh ingredients and made-in-house instead of from a mix. There's margarita in particular is awesome - limey, fruit forward, not overly sweet, boozy, excellent. There's a dedicated parking lot but it can fill up rather quickly on a busy day. There is easy street parking in the adjacent neighborhood. Easy to order online and just drive up to pick up (they text you when your order is ready & we've never had to wait long.) Overall, I cannot beg you enough to ditch the southern fried chicken and come here for a meal instead! read more

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Pollo Primo is simple and tasty food near the Little 5 area. My partner and I visited after a photoshoot based on a recommendation and overall, we were happy we tried it out. The menu is straight to the point and price is decent for portions. We for the quarter bird plates with rice & beans. For us, the chicken looks more flavorful than it actually is but the texture/cook was perfect! I think we would give it a 7-8/10 in all honesty. The tortillas though...1000/10. So fresh and perfect chew! Beans: 10/10 loved that smoky flavor they had Margarita + Sangria 10/10: not the iced texture I don't like but the smooth ice and was strong! Horchata 8/10: could have been a bit creamier but a nice classic horchata Overall I would love to come back and try again since I know so many rave over their food. Also, customer service was quick, friendly, and rhetorical decor was cute with a desert feel. read more

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So, I went back to Pollo Primo last night. The food is always delicious. I ordered the chicken soup, order of flour tortillas, a small side of rice, and a mall side of beans. The ladies who were working in the front of the house were so professional and kind, but the guy in the front was a total jerk last night. He was nice before, but maybe he was having a bad day. When I received my food, I asked if I could order a side of the salsas. He said it was $1, so I handed him my debit card. He then proceeded to hand me a red and green salsa and then a container of pico de gallo (which I don't like). I told him that I only wanted to salas', and he said, "I'm already giving this to you at a discount." I sincerely appreciate the thoughtfulness, but if I'm not going to eat it, I didn't want to accept it. I didn't mention anything about the charge...He then was extremely annoyed and it made me feel extremely uncomfortable. I couldn't enjoy me food because he ruined the entire experience for me. read more

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I always drive by and see the patio packed full of people. The hibiscus margarita was refreshing, the chicken was steaming hot/juicy, and the beans were seasoned to perfection. Everything was flavorful and filling. We each got the half chicken meal and had plenty of food left for later. Well worth stopping by! read more

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This is Atlanta's best-kept secret--may it remain that way forever! I don't often give out 10/10 ratings, but this place is truly a hidden gem. What was once my favorite childhood sandwich shop has now transformed into my go-to adult Mexican spot. It's simple--no frills, no gimmicks. Just rice, beans, and chicken done right. Add a few sides of esquites, guacamole, and churros for the ride home, and you're set. The food is seasoned to perfection, the service is impeccable, and the atmosphere has such a cozy, homey vibe! I absolutely love it here. Every time I visit, I'm filled with pure joy. It's a neighborhood favorite, serving the absolute best homemade Mexican food you'll find in Atlanta. Kids, kids, kids--this place is a winner! read more

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You cannot go wrong with this spot. Love the vibe, very friendly staff and a cool gimmick where they announce orders with a microphone hanging from the ceiling, very fun. Chicken is great , the beans were to die for and the tortillas are a perfect compliment to everything. Free lollipops too! read more

Pollo Primo - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I drove 40 minutes to try this place today and it was a waste of time and effort. I placed a simple pickup order and it became a whole song and dance. One guy was manning the online orders and didn't even acknowledge me. There were tons of orders just sitting on their platform and no one calling out the names on the tickets. One guy was just there dancing with his cellphone instead of working. A guy walked in behind me and was immediately attended to, which I thought was odd, but very telling. The girl at the drive through then starts telling me my order will be a few minutes more. I point behind her to the order sitting on the platform with my name on it. She didn't even check for it. To add insult to injury, I got home and the meal was tasteless and dry. It's as if they took the chicken out of the packet threw salt and pepper on it then wrapped it up. I know 12 year olds that could prepare better food and WITH seasoning. The sauces didn't help, they were basically water. I will not be back and hate that I went. read more

Pollo Primo - 1/2 Bird Meal - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I found Pollo Primo by accident while searching for Peruvian chicken spots, and baby, the way this place unlocked a whole new love for Sinaloan-style pollo asado in my life? I was not prepared. The chicken is fire grilled, juicy, flavorful, and has that deep smoky vibe that makes you stop mid bite like "oh... this is serious." The beans and rice are out of this world. I'm talking "to die for" in the literal Yelp sense. You know a place is elite when even the sides are showing out. Everything tastes fresh, well seasoned, and like someone's family recipe made its way into the kitchen. The horchata is delicious and not overly sweet, super smooth. And the frozen margaritas? Dangerous. They are so good you will forget you came here for chicken. The vibe is casual and friendly, with quick service and both indoor and patio seating. Perfect for a chill lunch, an easy dinner pickup, or when you want something comforting without feeling heavy (unless you get the whole chicken of course) I came in thinking I was craving Peruvian chicken and left a Sinaloan pollo asado fan. Pollo Primo is absolutely in my rotation now. If you love fire grilled chicken, real flavor, and good vibes, go here immediately. read more

If a place specializes in a handful of items, they better be fire and I can confirm, everything has was caliente! I walked up to a quaint place that reminded me of going into the trailer classroom in elementary school. It was very clean and organized inside and out. There are clear instructions on how to order and pickup your order. Yall know I got chicken, beans and rice right? Because that's all they got!!!!! The chicken is seasoned well, not salty and grilled perfectly. The beans.....they are high key the star! They are cooked down, creamy and pairs perfectly with the rice. The tortillas are freshly made, which is always great. Then.....that red salsa. One little cup ain't enough. Run that back thrice!! It's super good, nice and spicy, the chipotle pepper is shining. It's just a love. I also had the Agua Fresca of the day, which was Jamaica. Amazing, had a little aromatic flavors in it. It was nice and sweet. I'll be back. read more

Pollo Primo - The best Jamaica - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

being from MIA i was expecting like a lil pollo tropical replica.... I was looking for something with latin flair, inside was cute it was kinda like a cafe vibe you could see the chicken cooking through the window. They serve guac and things of the sort. I ordered the quarter chicken, with a side of rice beans and it comes with pico de gallo, salsas and tortillas. Listen the chicken is cooked to char, the size made me disappointed in the price. It definitely lacked the proper marination time for taste but it wasn't dry. i love a pinto bean so i was open to it with the little cheese it made a nice lil taco vibe with the rice and chicken but the flavor of everything was kinda lackluster. Customer service was great, I think I'd go back for that alone. Maybe the chefs were having a tough day. read more

Pollo Primo is SO GOOD and I cannot believe I waited as long as I did to come here. Pollo Primo has a small parking lot but it's all free but you may have to venture into the neighborhood for parking on the weekends. There's only a few tables inside but a lot of seating on the patio. Here, you order at the counter and pick up your own order! Service was nice and quick! We ordered a whole bird meal for our party of 4 with a horchata and agua fresca and side of tortilla chils. The agua fresca and horchata were just fine to me but glad I tried them! We got our order definitely within 5 mins and oh BOY it was good! I was worried it was not a ton of food but we left with leftover chicken! The tortillas were sooo good that we did have to order more! A side of chips are a must and only $2 I believe! They were delish in the salsas! Chicken was nicely charred, flavorful, and juicy! Rice and beans were not forgotten sides and complimented it all so well! We ended with churros which were delish but nothing too exciting! We will most definitely be coming back here as the patio is such a nice fun vibe in the warm weather! read more

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Pollo primo is fantastic, You must go if you haven't. If you like chicken, if you like rice and beans, if you like flavor, it's for you. You almost feel like you're in a foreign country eating Mexican food. I love it because it's so simple. You don't have many options to order from which keeps it easy. The last time I ate here I had an upset stomach so I just ordered a chicken soup and it was fantastic. Also the frozen margaritas.. yum! read more

Pollo Primo - Sopa de Pollo - Latin American Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia