El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a Mexican and chicken restaurant that promises fresh and authentic food cooked to perfection on open-flame grills, including their signature fire-grilled chicken which is expertly cut-to-order. The restaurant also features handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings that are made with dedication and care every day. With over 480 locations across 6 states, El Pollo Loco has consistently delivered quality food since its establishment in 1980.

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06/23/2026

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06/22/2026

new loaded quesadillas coming 6.25

(available tomorrow with early access through Loco Rewards 🤫)

06/18/2026

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06/17/2026

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06/17/2026

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06/16/2026

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06/11/2026

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06/10/2026

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06/08/2026

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Show your support by voting for El Pollo Loco as Best Restaurant for Quick, Healthy Food for the USA Today 10Best  Reade...
06/08/2026

Show your support by voting for El Pollo Loco as Best Restaurant for Quick, Healthy Food for the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards! All it takes is ONE CLICK.

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You can't go wrong with a classic. Stop by 5415 El Cajon Blvd and try our Original Pollo Bowl, part of our new $5 Fire-G...
09/28/2019

You can't go wrong with a classic. Stop by 5415 El Cajon Blvd and try our Original Pollo Bowl, part of our new $5 Fire-Grilled Combos, served with chips and a drink.

No time to cook? No problem! Skip the line when you order our $20 Fire-Grilled Familia Dinner online and enjoy 10 pieces...
09/24/2019

No time to cook? No problem! Skip the line when you order our $20 Fire-Grilled Familia Dinner online and enjoy 10 pieces leg & thigh, any 2 large sides and tortillas or chips! Order online → order.elpolloloco.com

: Every chicken at El Pollo Loco is marinated in our family recipe of citrus, garlic and spices before it's slow-grille...
09/20/2019

: Every chicken at El Pollo Loco is marinated in our family recipe of citrus, garlic and spices before it's slow-grilled for nearly an hour.

At today's pace, it's hard to find time for a traditional meal with those you love. Our Grill Masters in San Diego can h...
09/16/2019

At today's pace, it's hard to find time for a traditional meal with those you love. Our Grill Masters in San Diego can help with that! We take the time to make perfect pollo, so you can take the time to be with each other.

Enjoy a $20 Fire-Grilled Familia Dinner tonight, available at 5415 El Cajon Blvd.

Celebrate   with our $5 Fire-Grilled Combos at 5415 El Cajon Blvd! Choose from our Chicken Nachos, 3 Chicken Taquitos w/...
09/12/2019

Celebrate with our $5 Fire-Grilled Combos at 5415 El Cajon Blvd! Choose from our Chicken Nachos, 3 Chicken Taquitos w/ Guac, Original Pollo Bowl, 3 Tacos al Carbon or Classic Chicken Burrito. Served with chips and a drink.

For generations, our Grill Masters have perfected the art of pollo. Gather the family around the table tonight and enjoy...
09/09/2019

For generations, our Grill Masters have perfected the art of pollo. Gather the family around the table tonight and enjoy our $20 Fire-Grilled Familia Dinner, complete with 10 pieces of our famous fire-grilled chicken, any 2 large sides and tortillas or chips.

Available at 5415 El Cajon Blvd in San Diego.

True to the culinary traditions of Mexican cuisine, our pollo is slow grilled over an open flame. Keep the tradition goi...
08/28/2019

True to the culinary traditions of Mexican cuisine, our pollo is slow grilled over an open flame. Keep the tradition going in your own home tonight when you pick up a Family Dinner at 5415 El Cajon Blvd!

Mondays are hard. El Pollo Loco online ordering makes them easier. Place your order now and grab it on the way home from...
08/26/2019

Mondays are hard. El Pollo Loco online ordering makes them easier. Place your order now and grab it on the way home from 5415 El Cajon Blvd! Order online → order.elpolloloco.com

Sharing is caring, especially when you're sharing one of our our delicious fire-grilled chicken family dinners with thos...
08/25/2019

Sharing is caring, especially when you're sharing one of our our delicious fire-grilled chicken family dinners with those you love in San Diego.

Celebrate the weekend the fire-grilled way with our Spicy Serrano Overstuffed Quesadilla, filled with our famous fire-gr...
08/24/2019

Celebrate the weekend the fire-grilled way with our Spicy Serrano Overstuffed Quesadilla, filled with our famous fire-grilled chicken, shredded cabbage, chopped serrano peppers, shredded cheese, queso and delicious sliced avocado!

Address

5415 El Cajon Boulevard
San Diego, CA
92115

The Mexican restaurant is located on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego and can be reached by both public transport and driving. If you are traveling by car, parking is available along the street or in nearby parking lots. There is also a bus stop right outside the restaurant for those using public transport.

The chicken restaurant is also located on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego and can be accessed through public transport or driving. Parking can be found along the street or in nearby parking lots. For those taking public transport, there is a bus stop within walking distance from the restaurant.

As for fast food restaurant, it is situated on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego and can be accessed through public transport or driving. Parking spaces are available along the street or in nearby parking lots. If you’re planning to take public transportation, there's a bus stop at a close proximity from this fast food outlet as well.

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 10pm
Tuesday 10am - 10pm
Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 10am - 10pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 10pm

Telephone

(619)2876797

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What people say

When it comes to Mexican restaurants, there's nothing quite like the taste of fresh, authentic food. And that's exactly what you'll find at El Pollo Loco on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego. This fast food restaurant specializes in fire-grilled chicken that is marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic. The result is a juicy and flavorful chicken that is cut-to-order and served fast.

But it's not just the chicken that makes El Pollo Loco stand out. They also put the same dedication and care into their handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. And with over 480 locations across six states, this restaurant has become a cultural benchmark for L.A. Mex cuisine.

Founded in 1980, El Pollo Loco has been committed to providing customers with fresh and innovative Mexican entrees for nearly four decades. And with their famous family dinners and other menu items, they continue to work hard to keep customers coming back again and again.

So if you're looking for delicious fire-grilled chicken and authentic Mexican flavors, be sure to check out El Pollo Loco on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego.

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