El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco Famous Fire-Grilled Chicken. Cooked slow. Served fast. And always cut-to-order.

While some things have changed over the last few decades, El Pollo Loco's delivery of fresh, authentic food has not. Everything starts with whole chickens that are slowly marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic. The chicken is then expertly fire-grilled to perfection the authentic way - on our signature open-flame grills - then hand cut into your favorite Mexican entrees. We put that same dedication and care into our handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. At El Pollo Loco in San Diego,CA, we believe that when real food meets real fire the result is great taste that will keep you coming back again and again.

I fear I would fold immediately…
10/13/2026

I fear I would fold immediately…

your fall vibes are now complete. you’re welcome 🍁
10/12/2026

your fall vibes are now complete. you’re welcome 🍁

10/09/2026

National Chicken Month came in hot and that’s a wrap! From the first-ever National Grilled Chicken Day on Sept 9, all the Loco Hall of Flame Challenge entries to taking over our Sunset Blvd EPL to throw a dance party, you all made this a legendary Chicken Month!
 
See you next year! ‍❤️‍🔥

10/06/2026

you can get 3 tacos for $5 with Loco Rewards every Tuesday btw 😌

10/04/2026

Sunday Spread. 12 pc chicken. 3 large sides. $25 with Loco Rewards every Sunday!

We got weekend dinner covered 😌

10/02/2026

Why have National Taco Day when you can have National Taco Day(s)? 🌮
 
3 for $5 tacos from 10/2-10/6 with the app 😌

Five days. Five chances. Fifteen tacos. Do with that information what you will.

10/01/2026

The Loco Hall of Flame has a new inductee. Congratulations Grant Mooney !! your Loco remix just won you FREE CHICKEN FOR LIFE 🔥🍗

Thank you to everyone who entered and got loco with this beat, we see you!

normal amount btw
09/30/2026

normal amount btw

09/24/2026

Clear the runway. New El Pollo Loco menu items just dropped! 🔥

09/23/2026

is this heaven?? 🥹

09/22/2026

Consider this your sign to finish that remix ‼️

kaelin ellis. is checking out the entries. Head to our pinned post and submit yours before the contest ends in TOMORROW!!

09/22/2026

FREE chicken for LIFE could be yours! 🔥 Submit your remix TODAY for your chance to win.

Head to our pinned post to enter.

We're officially OPEN! Come by to enjoy our freshly updated space & savor the flavors you love at 1535 Palm Ave, San Die...
06/13/2024

We're officially OPEN! Come by to enjoy our freshly updated space & savor the flavors you love at 1535 Palm Ave, San Diego. 🔥🍗

We're feeling extra thankful for our local San Diego Heroes! Your newly reopened El Pollo Loco's invite all local first ...
11/13/2023

We're feeling extra thankful for our local San Diego Heroes! Your newly reopened El Pollo Loco's invite all local first responders, healthcare professionals, teachers, and government officials to enjoy a FREE entrée all day this Friday November 17th. 🔥🍗

Just show a valid qualifying employer ID. Only valid at these 2 locations: 666 H Street, Chula Vista and 1535 Palm Avenue, San Diego

Guess who's back, San Diego? We're excited to be NOW OPEN at 1535 Palm Ave. San Diego 🔥🍗 Join us as we fire up the grill...
10/27/2023

Guess who's back, San Diego? We're excited to be NOW OPEN at 1535 Palm Ave. San Diego 🔥🍗 Join us as we fire up the grills and get ready for mouthwatering, flame-grilled flavor you love!

Order Ahead and Skip the Line at El Pollo Loco. Place Orders Online or on your Mobile Phone.

Home is where the tamales are!
12/13/2019

Home is where the tamales are!

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 1535 Palm Ave.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 1535 Palm Ave.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 1535 Palm Ave and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 1535 Palm Ave and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today!

Slow simmered holiday tradition. Our new Chicken Pozole Verde soup is here for a limited time!
12/06/2019

Slow simmered holiday tradition. Our new Chicken Pozole Verde soup is here for a limited time!

'Tis the season for tradition. Pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today!
11/26/2019

'Tis the season for tradition. Pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today!

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in San Diego. Stop in or order deliv...
11/26/2019

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in San Diego. Stop in or order delivery.

Your weekend plans just got more delicious. Order online and get our famous fire-grilled chicken delivered right to your...
11/24/2019

Your weekend plans just got more delicious. Order online and get our famous fire-grilled chicken delivered right to your door!

Address

1535 Palm Avenue
San Diego, CA
92154

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+16194236912

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