Awesome service, fantastic chicken (best I've had yet), and large portions for plates

The best Peruvian chicken -- fresh and flavorful. National dish of Peru! If you're new to the game. Also known as -- pollo a la brasa, pollo asado, blackened chicken, charcoal chicken is rotisserie chicken -- a staple of Peru. You can see the chicken cooked on a spit over charcoal. Served with a creamy (mayonnaise-based - light green) sauce and with a salsa known as ají (dark green) Typically I get a whole rotisserie yard bird. Sides: plenty to select from but I go carnivore. I've had spinach. Plantains too. Mmmmmmm Pro Tip: free parking. Support this small business. There are several Super Pollo in Northern VA. read more

We went ham here. Some dishes are right off the line but some they'll need to cook in the back, like the lomo saltado. Between four of us, we got the half chicken with fried yucca and stewed spinach; lomo saltado with fries and rice; plantains; and tamales. Holy shit. Everything was so damn good. The two sauces they give you are perfectly seasoned and i could eat tubs and tubs of it. One of the best tamales I've ever eaten. The charcoal chicken was juicy and flavorful. The fries cooked in the lomo saltado were a favorite. I loveddddd every bite. read more

Pollo saltado estaba exagarado de sal y mal cocinado porque aun estaba duro, pero lo peor de todo es la chuquilla que tenia read more

Super Pollo - Pollo saltado chiluqilloso y mal cocinado, salado aparte - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Easily the best charcoal chicken I've had, it's open late, and the quality is consistent

A simple menu that delivers. You go to súper pollo to get the Peruvian rotisserie chicken and fried yucca. Yes, there are other side dishes, but they don't stand at the same level as the chicken or yucca. I might add the maduros a close second. Great for a family dinner and takeout. read more

Best Peruvian food I've ever had outside a home. Spacious and the ladies working were very kinda and ready. 10/10 would go back. read more

Solid Peruvian chicken place with a menu that's fast, tasty, and filling. We love ordering a whole chicken and two sides. The black beans, chickpeas, fried rice, and sweet plantains are my favorites--it's hard to only pick two. The chickens aren't huge, but they're still very filling. This meal can easily feed 2-4 people. The parking is a bit tight out front, but there is some parking in the back and along neighborhood roads. There is limited seating inside, and they play good music, but I'd probably recommend this as more of a takeout spot. read more

I've been meaning to try a Super Pollo at some point since I drive past one when visiting my mother at home. Today my husband and I decided to give it a shot not even knowing it was Peruvian. If you've never eaten Peruvian food, it's worth trying. The prices felt a bit high, but one order is more than enough for two adults. I saw one family with two kids all sharing one meal. While we went in for chicken, when we saw the menu, husband decided he wanted to try the ribs, and I can't pass up a nice fish, so I ordered the tilapia. (Again, we didn't know at the time how big a meal was- we are taking 3/4 of our food home to enjoy leftovers. ) Husband's favorite food in the world may be Korean Kalbi ribs, so he was excited to try these. While they weren't Korean deliciousness, and it turns out that for all the red coloring Peruvian food is in fact not at all spicy, they were cooked perfectly and had a nice understated flavor. Same with the fish. The crisp on it was perfect. It was good fish and not flavored with too much, but it worked. The novel to me sides are what excited me. The first thing we saw was what looked like two different types of potato fries. Turns out one of them was yucca- which is similar enough to a potato but unique enough to have again. Fried plantains are always a win, and these were great. There were some pickled red onions that I had mixed with lettuce which I loved, and my favorite (though least attractive) side of all was the spinach. It looked like green-brown creamed spinach, but there was no cream. I asked about the flavor and the lady said it had smoked paprika, cumin, garlic, and pepper. I hate pepper and hadn't detected any in it, but the paprika and slight cumin was really wonderful. If you like spinach at all (I do), this was a treat. I already have plans to stop for a chicken dinner the next time we go visit at my mom's. Definitely recommend. read more

Super Pollo - Beef ribs on rice with yucca and plantains - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

So my need for Peruvian chicken has returned big time. I have been shopping at the mostly empty Safeway nearby. And so I've been stopping at this Super Pollo rather than Quincy St for takeout. During the epidemic I just want to shop at places where I'm in and out and home in a hot minute. This fits the bill. The chicken is excellent. And I love both locations for spinach. They aren't exactly the same, they both have potatoes in it, but this location has more tomatoes, which is pretty yummy, so are yucca fries. This is a very inexpensive, very fast solution to dinner. If you haven't had Peruvian chicken haul yourself to a super pollo location. Especially if you're a person who likes well-seasoned food, that rotisserie chicken in the grocery store is just light on flavor. Half a chicken and two sides will cost you about $11 and you'll have leftovers. read more

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I have to agree with other reviewers regarding the overall cleanliness; It's what I'd call "restaurant clean". Neither clean nor dirty. I was surprised about charging $.25 for the tiny containers of sauce. I got a Chicken burrito with fries. The burrito was good, but not great. Had a bite or two of questionable bone matter. The fries weren't cooked thoroughly. read more

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Chicken is tasty, though lately pieces are smaller and not as meaty as other local Peruvian chicken spots. Yellow sauce here is disappointing--just tastes strongly of basic yellow mustard mixed with a little mayo, unlike the more flavorful versions at nearby Crisp & Juicy or El Pollo Rico. Sides were ok. Big perk: this location is open later than a lot of other local spots that close earlier. read more

Great food and fast line !! Really recommend it and also always good to leave them a little thank you in there jar ! Happy workers

Was craving lomo saltado and came here on our way home from Seven Corners late on a Tuesday night. Unfortunately, although it's associated with the same franchise as the location on N Quincy, do NOT go here if you want authentic Peruivian lomo. The meat was flavored heavily with curry [*not Peruvian*] and the peppers were different than those used in the traditional Peruvian dish. There were barely any fries and the few that were included were very soggy. The meat was also not cut properly. Overall very disappointing experience and pretty pricey for the poor quality - $45 for two entrees and cookies. If you are looking for good quality lomo, go to the N Quincy location, or El Fuego on N Pershing St closer to Ballston. Note: Have not had their chicken so this is for the lomo only. read more

Super Pollo - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I've been eating at this place off and on for a few months now. And over the course of time I've noticed a few pricing inconsistencies at the register. Depending on who is ringing up the order it can seem semi-fare or shockingly a bit over priced. Half Dark Chicken no sides = $10.99 Half Dark Chicken w/ 2 sided = $10.99 Sometimes you might get 3 or 4 sauces with the order. If you get 3 on one visit and say "could I please get one more?", you might get charged .30 cents. One occasion, I asked for 5 sauces. Instead of maybe only charging me for an extra 2 of the 5 requested. I was billed for a total of 5 at $1.50. Keep in mind by default they sometimes give you out 3 or 4 sauces for half a chicken. A colleague was shocked when he got billed for $15.17 for half white and asked for 4 sauces. Thinking it would not cost $15. Receipt showed $13.39 for the white and 1 extra sauce .30. Not sure how handing out an odd number of sauces makes sense for 2 pieces of chicken and then not verbally informing the customer, heads up the 4th sauce will cost an additional .30 cents is that ok. Instead, you receive the receipt for signature and stare at it like "What just happened". My point here is that pricing is inconsistent. And if you are sensitive to sodium it can sometimes be a little salty. The place is not bad. It's clean and they process the orders fast. Just not happy with the inconsistent pricing we seem to experience. read more

Came here and picked up food to go. You can get a decent amount of food here for the price. You can get Mexican food, Indian food, and Peri Chicken. The place itself has an atmosphere of a fast food place that is not fancy at all. Like maybe a fast food place from the 80's but without the play area. The place is not dirty but does not come across super clean either. The food was pretty good for what you pay. They have a lot of options. We tried the Peri chicken and got some Indian and Mexican sides. Everything was good overall especially considering the price. I would come back here again. The meat is halal. read more

Super Pollo - Inside seatibf - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Súper Pollo is fantastic. But be aware it's a little like ordering at the Soup Nazi restaurant, but but not for the reasons you would think. They're very nice. - however very efficient, so, you almost feel like youre being rushed while ordering. You proceed from left to right in an expedited fashion and you better know what you want otherwise you'll be holding up the line. the chicken was quick to come out and it is VERY tasty, as is the green sauce which is my personal fave. lots of 'sides' to choose from, too. Definitely a great and very tasty place. read more

My favorite Peruvian chicken spot. They didn't waste any time keeping the place tidy, because they were busy making all that tasty food! Yes, the place is a bit tired, but damn that food is good. My go to is the quarter chicken, rice with chick peas in sauce poured over top, and a spinach and potato side. Nova is full of these chicken shops, but this is so far my favorites, and I love that they have a big selection of sides. read more

Amazing food for a cheap price, love their chicken, cookies,juice, potatoes, beans, rice, corn and so much more! The workers are really nice! read more

Wow...really? I'm the only 5-star rating to date? Super Pollo definitely lives up to it's name and has to be on par with my first ever experience with Peruvian chicken (at El Pollo Ranchero). The chicken rub they use here is definitely strong in comparison to other places I've been to including Edy's, The Chicken Place, and Crisp & Juicy...but that's exactly how I love it. The other thing that I noticed was how delicious the chicken fried rice was as well. The scrambled egg pieces were very salty but mixed with the fried rice it was a perfect marriage...at least for me. I came here for lunch (1/4 chicken meal) since I was in the area for a work-related conference, then on my way back home, I couldn't help but pick up a a whole chicken. I'm not exactly crazy about their cooked spinach though, and will probably have to pass on that the next time I visit. Sits right next to a McDonald's, so this little parking lot gets a lot of traffic. read more

Super Pollo - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Good chicken. Service was not particularly welcoming and the atmosphere wasn't great considering it wasn't even a cheap meal.

It's right next to the McDonald's so if you're going there and you want processed food, by all means, go for it, but for the price of a combo meal, you can have a smoky, flavorful quarter rotisserie chicken with two fresh sides then head into Super Pollo! Very good food, generous portions, cheap prices and it was busy. All signs of a place I want to eat at. Minus one star because the white meat was a little dry and the parking is tight but I'm picky about my Peruvian chicken. read more

Super Pollo - Chaufa (fried rice) and fries were good! Chicken was flavorful. - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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The staff were very helpful when I ordered. The chicken and sides were well seasoned and tasty. The menu here has a great variety of items and is not limited to rotisserie chicken. They also have subs, kabobs and complete entrees. The portions are more than enough. read more

We got their whole chicken, chick peas, white rice and yucca. The yucca was a little too stiff and dry for my liking, but that might be how they're supposed to be. The winner.... omg.. that chicken!! It's amazing: juicy, flavorful, nice bbq flavor coming through strong. Just perfect. The white rice is the perfect companion. Soft, moist, good flavor, not overwhelming. And the chick Peas are perfect. They're in a nice thick sauce. Very tasty. Wonderful meal, good service. Highly recommended. read more

What more can I say other than finger licking good! This is by far some of the best Peruvian chicken I have ever had! Parking.... not very plentiful at all. Located next to several stores with only very few parking spots. If desperate, you can always park in the McDonald parking lot. Food.... I normally get half a chicken with double rice ( yes double rice). The rice is so yummy and perfectly cooked. The chicken is clearly the star. Cooked to perfection, juicy and full of flavor always. I'm not sure what the yellow sauce is so I always opt for extra green sauce. Price... super affordable! It's only $10 for half a chicken and two sides! Can't beat those prices! I know at one point they were doing delivery but I'm not sure if they still are. Happy customer here read more

Super Pollo - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Dry chicken, dry fried rice. Pretty below average. Came around 8pm on weekday for takeout. Food looks like it's been there for awhile. Save your money and go to Super Chicken in Tyson's or Super Grill on Lee Hwy. Would not return. read more

Finally tried Super Pollo for the first time last week. I've tried a lot of the different Peruvian chicken places, so Super Pollo was next on my list. The location is off of Wilson, past all the weird construction in Ballston, next to a McDonalds. Not a whole lot of parking and the interior is pretty minimal, more casual than anything. Pros: - Cheap and quick to get - Lots of sides to choose from with your meal - They give you the green and yellow sauces with your meal - Rice and beans count as one side! - You can get so much delicious chicken - The combo meals with the kabobs or lamb are really big - Service is pretty nice Cons: - The salad is not the greatest - Not the nicest restaurant ever, but it's like a fast and cheap place - Tables are kind of wobbly I think out of the Peruvian Chicken places I've tried in Arlington, this is my favorite. Super Pollo and Super Chicken I think are both of my top lists. Both seem consistent and have a lot of options. read more

The food is really good. I loved my chicken and felt it was delicious especially with the yucca to complement the dish. It's delicious for sure and that's not in question. My problem? This place needs to be cleaned!!!!!!!!! The floors, the tables, the condiment bottles on the tables - they ALL NEED TO BE DEEP CLEANED!! Everything was sticky and just plain disgusting. How can you serve such delicious food and not clean the dining room? It makes you wonder what their cleaning habits are behind the counter. I lived to tell the tale, so it could not have been that bad, but please please please clean and this could easily be 5 stars. read more

Super Pollo - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Love this place. Chicken is cooked amazing and the sauces it comes with are so good. I've also had the lomo Saltado which is decent but not really that great. But the star is the chicken here! The sides are decent. I like the spinach the best! read more

expensive and chiken flavor not the best. Never tried the rest of the food they have but don't recommend chicken.

This is one of the better Peruvian chicken joints in the area. The 1/4 chicken meals are so filling and you can't beat the price! The sides are also really delicious. I really like the potato salad here and they give you a very generous portion of it. read more

Super Pollo - 1/4 dark chicken w/ rice and fries! - Latin American Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Went at the end of lunch on a weekday. Place was moderately busy. Chicken was over cooked, yucca was stale and 1 container each of white and green sauce was all we got with a half chicken. Could have sworn the guys behind the counter were talking crap but my Spanish is equally crap. Generally a negative vibe from the staff. Will not be returning, El Pollo Rico is much better. read more

My favorite Peruvian Chicken place in the area! Everything tastes fresh- from the chicken, to the fried rice, the fries, and the plantains! They give big portions and I am always satisfied with my food. However, the workers have communication problems and sometimes will miss up what you asked for- but when you point it out they always apologize and fix it. read more

This review is for their delivery and customer service. Don't order from this restaurant through Grubhub. They don't have a device to view their Grubhub orders, so their "solution" is to have the driver pull up the app AFTER he arrives, look at the order on his phone, and start the order then. The result? Late food, the wrong food, and missing food. We ordered dark meat chicken, a quesadilla, and a crispy chicken burger. We got the quesadilla, a lamb burger, and no dark meat chicken. When we called the restaurant to ask them to make the order right, they said they would contact Grubhub to see what they could do. When we called back to check in after 15 mins, they screened my calls. We then used my boyfriend's phone to call, and guess what? They picked up instantly. When they realized it was us, they made up some excuse about their fryer not working. So, we had to call Grubhub to get a refund. Which is a shame because the only reason we ordered from this restaurant was because I had a hankering for Peruvian chicken and yucca fries. To be fair, the quesadilla was the hot and messy kind but it was still good. And the lamb burger, while not what we ordered, had good flavor. Unfortunately, I have no idea about their Peruvian chicken. read more

Super Pollo is my absolute favorite Peruvian chicken place in the whole entire world. Their chicken quarters are large (they might use hormone injected chicken but it is so tasty I will let that slide), juicy and well seasoned. The best part about Super Pollo is the sides. Being Asian, I would much rather devour my chicken with a large side of rice. Most other chicken joints only offer fries or a limp green salad as a side but not Super Pollo. Super Pollo has rice, chicken fried rice, plantains, corn and a whole lot more! And all of the items are delicious! And the second best part is they accept credit cards! Cus these days who carries cash? Yo te amo Super Pollo! read more

Awesome Peruvian chicken joint with so many side choices! Especially great for health conscious foodies. I had a whole fried Tilapia with two sides - Tomato Onion Salad and Spinach with Potato. The Tilapia was tasty with crunchy and seasoned outside and moist white meat inside. The half chicken was pretty big and delicious but the chicken at their competitor, EPR is a little bit more moist and flavorful. They take American Express as well as VISA, MASTER cards, which is convenient. The whole Tilapia with the sides, Half Chicken with the sides and two cans of Inca Cola totaled $25. What a great deal. read more

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Super Pollo absolutely KILLS it. This is a sort of cool hole-in-the-wall on Wilson Blvd. Like most Peruvian places, it isn't fancy, has a cafeteria-like feeling to it, and the people barely speak English. It's also open ridiculously late, which rocks. You're probably better suited going here for take-out than anything else. The food here is to die for. The chicken was perfectly cooked and huge, the yuca were the best I'd ever had from any place ever, and the fried rice was jam-packed with chicken and delicious spices. Even the sauces appear to be fresh, even though I got them at midnight. I can't recommend this place highly enough! read more

Yummy, clean, fresh, fast and most importantly, they have Yuka We pick up food from here like once a month and it is always delicious and fresh. Great place for a quick office lunch read more

Super Pollo used to be walking distance to my home. As a poor college student, it was a miracle. The food is no frills, just all flavor and value. For $5.00 you can get a quarter chicken and heapings of various sides that they provide. I would usually get the beans and plantains as my sides, and it was all delicious. The yellow sauce that they include with the chicken is made of magic, because it's so delicious and there never seems to be enough of it. My family used to also gather here, and it would be inexpensive to feed our entire family with one of their chickens and a variety of sides. The place is easy to get to, just look past the McDonalds since it can be hidden behind it. Also, prepare to get your hands dirty picking all the delicious chicken off the bone! read more

Super Pollo was just OK. It's better than a lot of the Peruvian chicken places I've been to, which just sell flavorless chicken with a ho-hum green sauce and a menu full of random soggy or overcooked carbohydrates. The menu is quite varied, and they also offer an array of sides, subs and -- Pakistani food?! Here's where things get weird. The website made no mention of the kabobs and karachi dishes available at Super Pollo. But not being a huge fan of rotisserie chicken, I was pleasantly surprised at this discovery and decided to call an audible last-minute and go with the boneless lamb karachi. Except, none of the workers knew any English other than "chicken." Like NOTHING. I kept trying to order a #11, the lamb karachi. They just kept looking at me and saying, "Chicken? Chicken?" Finally I said, "Uh, you only have chicken karachi today maybe? Chicken is fine." Then they walk me over to a buffet of premade food sitting in hot water and point to a sketchy looking chicken dish. It looked nothing like the picture of karachi on the menu. Finally, I gave in and said, "Sure." (After trying to get them to understand the words "eleven," "lamb" and a myriad of other things.) The menu states exactly what the karachi comes with, but instead they told me I had to pick two sides from a grouping of things on the buffet line. Mmmkay. So I did. Overall, the dish did turn out to taste like it was chicken karachi. It was OK, a little more watery than it should be, but spicy enough. The chicken was on the bone, which isn't my favorite thing in the world. But despite picking through the meaty bits to pull out small bones so I didn't choke and die, it was enjoyable. It also came with a piece of naan, which was a little burnt and not the best I've had. It was really dry and didn't have any kind of butter or other flavoring on it. Also, I would not recommend you come here if you have food allergies because you can't really ask them about ingredients. One of my friends is dairy-free and tried asking if they used butter in a certain dish. Unfortunately, none of us remembered the Spanish word for butter, so we were unsure which dishes were safe for our friend. This place is like most of the shady Peruvian chicken joints in the Arlington area. Some people swear by them, but I just shrug not really seeing the appeal and go along with it. read more