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El Pollo Loco
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El Pollo Loco is a chicken shop, chicken restaurant, caterer and Mexican restaurant located in Chula Vista, CA. They serve fresh and authentic food made with whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic, then expertly fire-grilled on their signature open-flame grills. They also offer handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. El Pollo Loco was founded in 1980 and has grown into more than 480 restaurants across 6 states, continuing to provide customers with fresh and innovative L.A. Mex. Famous for their fire-grilled chicken that's cooked slow but served fast and always cut-to-order.
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1305 Third Avenue
Chula Vista, CA
91911
Directions to Third Avenue in Chula Vista:
Public Transport:
Take the Blue Line Trolley to E Street Transit Center. From there, take Bus Route 929 and get off at Third Avenue. The chicken shop and chicken restaurant and caterer and Mexican restaurant are located nearby.
Driving/Parking:
From the I-5, take the L Street exit towards Chula Vista. Turn left onto Third Avenue and continue for a few blocks. Parking is available on the street or in nearby parking lots/garages.
Note: These directions are not specific to any particular establishment and are provided solely for informational purposes.
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10am - 11pm |
| Tuesday | 10am - 11pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 11pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 11pm |
| Friday | 10am - 11pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 11pm |
| Sunday | 10am - 11pm |
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Mexican restaurants are known for their delicious and authentic food, and El Pollo Loco in Chula Vista, CA is no exception. What sets this restaurant apart is their dedication to using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Their famous fire-grilled chicken is slow-cooked to perfection on an open-flame grill, resulting in juicy and flavorful meat that is hand-cut into your favorite Mexican entrees.
But it's not just the chicken that's worth raving about at El Pollo Loco. Their handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings are made with the same care and attention to detail as their signature dish. And with over 480 locations across six states, El Pollo Loco has become a cultural benchmark for authentic L.A. Mex cuisine.
Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a family dinner, El Pollo Loco has something for everyone. Their commitment to delivering fresh and innovative Mexican food has kept customers coming back for nearly four decades. So if you're in the mood for some delicious fire-grilled chicken or other Mexican favorites, head over to El Pollo Loco on Third Avenue in Chula Vista - you won't be disappointed!