El Pollo Loco Menu with Prices
Updated October 2026Mexican, Fast Food, Chicken
- 28 items
- 500 stores
- Prices +6.7% vs 2025
El Pollo Loco is a fast casual chain with over 500 locations known for 2-Piece Chicken Meal, Chicken Avocado Bowl, Original Pollo Bowl. Our El Pollo Loco menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including grilled chicken meals, bowls & salads, burritos & tacos. Current deals include El Pollo Loco Loco Rewards: Free Chicken After 300 Points.
Breakfast 8:00 AM–10:30 AM weekdays · until 11:00 AM weekends Menu & hours
The El Pollo Loco menu features 28 items across Breakfast, Family Meals, Chicken Meals, Chicken Burritos, and more, with current prices, calories, and full nutrition facts, updated October 2026.
El Pollo Loco Signature Items & Most Popular Menu Items
The most-ordered items at El Pollo Loco — 2-piece chicken meal, Chicken Avocado Bowl, Original Pollo Bowl, chicken burrito, and 12-piece family meal.
2-Piece Chicken Meal
Two pieces of citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken with two sides and handmade tortillas
Price and nutritionGrande Avocado Chicken Bowl
Grilled chicken with avocado, pico de gallo, black beans, cilantro rice, and crema
Price and nutritionOriginal Pollo Bowl
$7.49Grilled chicken with cilantro rice, pinto beans, pico de gallo, and tortilla chips
Price and nutritionChicken Burrito
$6.99Grilled chicken with rice, beans, cheese, and pico de gallo in a flour tortilla
Price and nutrition12-Piece Chicken Meal
Twelve pieces of grilled chicken with four large sides and 12 tortillas
Price and nutritionEl Pollo Loco Nutrition Info — Calories & Allergens
El Pollo Loco menu calories for every item — grilled chicken, bowls, burritos, tacos, and gluten-free options.
Official El Pollo Loco allergen guide →Highest-Calorie Items
- Shredded Chicken Nachos · 33g protein940 cal
- Double Chicken Pollo Bowl · 74g protein930 cal
- Classic Chicken Tostada · 42g protein820 cal
- Grande Avocado Chicken Bowl · 49g protein790 cal
Lowest-Calorie Items
- Cole Slaw · 1g protein120 cal
- Pinto Beans · 9g protein140 cal
- Cilantro Rice · 3g protein160 cal
- Taco al Carbón · 15g protein170 cal
Highest-Protein Items
- Double Chicken Pollo Bowl · 930 cal74g protein
- Mexican Caesar Salad · 420 cal52g protein
- Grande Avocado Chicken Bowl · 790 cal49g protein
- Classic Chicken Tostada · 820 cal42g protein
| Item | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Burrito | 480 | 25g | 66g | 13g |
| Queso Guacamole Chicken Burrito | 780 | 40g | 88g | 30g |
| Original BRC Burrito | 410 | 13g | 63g | 11g |
| Original Pollo Bowl | 580 | 41g | 83g | 10g |
| Grande Avocado Chicken Bowl | 790 | 49g | 90g | 26g |
| Double Chicken Pollo Bowl | 930 | 74g | 87g | 33g |
| Mexican Caesar Salad | 420 | 52g | 18g | 17g |
| Classic Chicken Tostada | 820 | 42g | 80g | 38g |
| Taco al Carbón | 170 | 15g | 17g | 5g |
| Crispy Chicken Taco | 210 | 14g | 22g | 8g |
| Shredded Chicken Nachos | 940 | 33g | 86g | 52g |
| Mac & Cheese | 310 | 9g | 24g | 19g |
| Cilantro Rice | 160 | 3g | 33g | 1.5g |
| Pinto Beans | 140 | 9g | 25g | 0.5g |
| Cole Slaw | 120 | 1g | 9g | 10g |
| Regular Fountain Drink | 260 | 0g | 72g | 0g |
| Large Fountain Drink | 400 | 0g | 109g | 0g |
| Horchata (Regular) | 340 | 0g | 56g | 12g |
| Flan | 230 | 10g | 27g | 9g |
| Churros (3 pieces) | 510 | 3g | 48g | 33g |
Allergen Notice: Menu items may contain or come into contact with common allergens including milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish. Always check with the restaurant directly if you have specific dietary needs or severe allergies. This information is provided as a reference and may not be complete.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information, including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber, is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Compare calories and protein across all chains on our nutrition comparison page.
El Pollo Loco Breakfast Menu & Hours
Breakfast 8:00 AM–10:30 AM weekdays · until 11:00 AM weekends. Prices and calories below.
Opening hours
| Day | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
Best Value at El Pollo Loco
Cheapest item: Cilantro Rice at $1.99 (Sides)
Smart Ordering Tips at El Pollo Loco
Real ways to save, calculated from the El Pollo Loco menu, deals, and rewards.
Cheapest item on the menu
Cilantro Rice at $1.99 (Sides) is the lowest-priced item on the El Pollo Loco menu.
See full menu →Best protein-per-dollar
Double Chicken Pollo Bowl delivers 74g of protein for $9.49: the best protein-per-dollar pick on the menu.
Compare nutrition →Current deal: El Pollo Loco Loco Rewards — Free Chicken After 300 Points
Earn 10 points per $1 spent. Get a free 2-piece chicken meal after 300 points. New app users get a free meal on first order.
See all deals →2 secret menu items
Order off the secret menu to get more for your money: Loco Fries is a favorite. Full ordering instructions included.
See secret menu →Order in the official app
El Pollo Loco runs app-exclusive deals, rewards, and free-signup offers. Ordering through the app is usually cheaper than in person.
Visit the app →Check seasonal items
El Pollo Loco currently has 2 limited-time seasonal items: these often offer the best new value on the menu.
See seasonal items →New & Seasonal Items
Limited-time offerings at El Pollo Loco.
Crispy Tamale Chicken Tinga Bowl
$8.99Crispy tamale with chicken tinga bowl topped with fresh ingredients
Double Loaded Queso Bowl
$9.49Bowl with queso beans rice and choice of protein
El Pollo Loco Value & Nutrition Guides
Ranked picks computed from our verified El Pollo Loco menu data: best value, most protein, and lightest meals, with prices on every row.
Meal Price Calculator
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Family Meals
8-Piece Chicken Meal
Varies by location
12-Piece Chicken Meal
Varies by location
16-Piece Chicken Meal
Varies by location
Chicken Meals
2-Piece Chicken Meal
Varies by location
3-Piece Chicken Meal
Varies by location
4 Piece Half Chicken Meal
Varies by location
Chicken Burritos
Chicken Burrito
$6.99 · 480 cal
Queso Guacamole Chicken Burrito
$7.49 · 780 cal
Original BRC Burrito
Varies by location · 410 cal
Chicken Bowls
Original Pollo Bowl
$7.49 · 580 cal
Grande Avocado Chicken Bowl
Varies by location · 790 cal
Double Chicken Pollo Bowl
$9.49 · 930 cal
Salads
Mexican Caesar Salad
$7.99 · 420 cal
Classic Chicken Tostada
$8.29 · 820 cal
Tacos
Taco al Carbón
Varies by location · 170 cal
Crispy Chicken Taco
$2.49 · 210 cal
Sides
Shredded Chicken Nachos
Varies by location · 940 cal
Mac & Cheese
$2.99 · 310 cal
Cilantro Rice
$1.99 · 160 cal
Pinto Beans
$1.99 · 140 cal
Cole Slaw
$1.99 · 120 cal
Kids Menu
Kids Chicken Meal
Varies by location
Kids Bean & Cheese Burrito Meal
Varies by location
Drinks
Regular Fountain Drink
Varies by location · 260 cal
Large Fountain Drink
$2.89 · 400 cal
Horchata (Regular)
Varies by location · 340 cal
Desserts
Flan
$3.29 · 230 cal
Churros (3 pieces)
$3.49 · 510 cal
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Nutrition Calculator
Build a meal and see total calories, protein, carbs, and fat.
Family Meals
8-Piece Chicken Meal
· per 8 chicken
12-Piece Chicken Meal
· per 12 chicken
16-Piece Chicken Meal
· per 16 chicken
Chicken Meals
2-Piece Chicken Meal
· per 2 chicken
3-Piece Chicken Meal
· per 3 chicken
4 Piece Half Chicken Meal
Chicken Burritos
Chicken Burrito
480 cal · P: 25g · C: 66g · F: 13g
Queso Guacamole Chicken Burrito
780 cal · P: 40g · C: 88g · F: 30g
Original BRC Burrito
410 cal · P: 13g · C: 63g · F: 11g
Chicken Bowls
Original Pollo Bowl
580 cal · P: 41g · C: 83g · F: 10g
Grande Avocado Chicken Bowl
790 cal · P: 49g · C: 90g · F: 26g
Double Chicken Pollo Bowl
930 cal · P: 74g · C: 87g · F: 33g
Salads
Mexican Caesar Salad
420 cal · P: 52g · C: 18g · F: 17g
Classic Chicken Tostada
820 cal · P: 42g · C: 80g · F: 38g
Tacos
Taco al Carbón
170 cal · P: 15g · C: 17g · F: 5g
Crispy Chicken Taco
210 cal · P: 14g · C: 22g · F: 8g
Sides
Shredded Chicken Nachos
940 cal · P: 33g · C: 86g · F: 52g
Mac & Cheese
310 cal · P: 9g · C: 24g · F: 19g
Cilantro Rice
160 cal · P: 3g · C: 33g · F: 1.5g
Pinto Beans
140 cal · P: 9g · C: 25g · F: 0.5g
Cole Slaw
120 cal · P: 1g · C: 9g · F: 10g
Kids Menu
Kids Chicken Meal
Kids Bean & Cheese Burrito Meal
Drinks
Regular Fountain Drink
260 cal · P: 0g · C: 72g · F: 0g
Large Fountain Drink
400 cal · P: 0g · C: 109g · F: 0g
Horchata (Regular)
340 cal · P: 0g · C: 56g · F: 12g
Desserts
Flan
230 cal · P: 10g · C: 27g · F: 9g
Churros (3 pieces)
510 cal · P: 3g · C: 48g · F: 33g
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Price History
How prices have changed over time for a signature item at El Pollo Loco.Current trend: +6.7% vs 2025.
El Pollo Loco Deals, Rewards & Family Meals 2026
Save at El Pollo Loco — free 2-piece chicken after 300 points, family meals from $10.99, and app-exclusive offers.
El Pollo Loco Loco Rewards — Free Chicken After 300 Points
Earn 10 points per $1 spent. Get a free 2-piece chicken meal after 300 points. New app users get a free meal on first order.
El Pollo Loco Family Meals
Family meals include 8-piece ($10.99), 12-piece ($14.99), and 16-piece ($18.99) grilled chicken with sides and tortillas.
Coupons, Promo Codes & Rewards
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View all deals & coupons→Community Sentiment
What customers are saying across Reddit, Google Reviews, Yelp, and social media.
About on par with the 4.0 average across all 104 chains we track.
Sentiment by Category
How customers rate 5 aspects of this chain, derived from the praise and complaints above.
Food Quality & Taste
5.0How customers rate the food itself: flavor, freshness, consistency, preparation.
Praise: The citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken tastes genuinely grilled, not fried
Complaint: Chicken can come out dry at slower locations or late in the day
Value & Price
4.8Perceived bang for the buck: prices, deals, value menus, portion size for cost.
Praise: Family meals are one of the best catering values in fast food
Complaint: Portions have shrunk while prices keep climbing — the old $5 Pollo Nachos deal is gone
Health & Nutrition
4.2Calories, healthy options, macros, and dietary concerns.
Praise: Handmade tortillas and fresh sides make it feel healthier than typical fast food
Service & Speed
3.9Order accuracy, staff, speed, and overall experience at the counter or drive-thru.
Praise: Family meals are one of the best catering values in fast food
Complaint: Chicken can come out dry at slower locations or late in the day
Convenience & Hours
3.5Location accessibility, hours, late-night availability, app ordering, payment quirks.
Complaint: Chicken can come out dry at slower locations or late in the day
Category scores are derived from the sentiment signals above: each praise point lifts a category, each complaint lowers it, starting from the overall score.
Score
4.0 / 5
Very Good rating
Ranking
#31 of 104
by customer sentiment
Top pick
12-Piece Chicken Meal
Varies by location on the current menu
El Pollo Loco holds a devoted following across Google Reviews and Yelp, averaging around 4.0 stars, with the citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken earning near-universal praise for tasting like real grilled food rather than fast food. Reddit's r/fastfood frequently ranks the Pollo Bowl and Chicken Avocado Bowl among the best value meals in the category, and family meal buyers consistently call the 8-piece deal a steal. The most repeated complaints are inconsistent chicken doneness across locations, slow drive-thru service at peak hours, and nostalgia for the old $5 Pollo Nachos value menu as prices have climbed.
People Love
- + The citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken tastes genuinely grilled, not fried
- + Original Pollo Bowl and Chicken Avocado Bowl are consistent crowd pleasers
- + Family meals are one of the best catering values in fast food
- + Handmade tortillas and fresh sides make it feel healthier than typical fast food
Common Complaints
- - Chicken can come out dry at slower locations or late in the day
- - Drive-thru and pickup can be slow, especially at lunch rush
- - Portions have shrunk while prices keep climbing — the old $5 Pollo Nachos deal is gone
- - Quality varies between franchise locations
Most Recommended
- →2-Piece Chicken MealVaries by location
- →Original Pollo Bowl$7.49
- →Chicken Avocado Bowl
- →Pollo Nachos
Best Value
- $8-Piece Family Meal ($10.99)
- $2-Piece Chicken Meal ($7.99)Varies by location
- $Pollo Nachos ($5.99)
- $Loco Rewards — free 2-piece after 300 points
Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten-Free Options
Menu items flagged with dietary labels at El Pollo Loco.
Original BRC Burrito
VegetarianOriginal BRC (bean, rice and cheese) Burrito from El Pollo Loco's current menu.
Chicken Burritos
Mac & Cheese
VegetarianCreamy three-cheese macaroni, baked until golden
Sides
Cilantro Rice
VeganSteamed white rice with fresh cilantro and lime
Sides
Pinto Beans
VeganSlow-simmered pinto beans with a touch of seasoning
Sides
Cole Slaw
VegetarianCreamy cabbage slaw with a tangy dressing
Sides
Kids Bean & Cheese Burrito Meal
VegetarianOne bean and cheese burrito with a side and drink
Kids Menu
Regular Fountain Drink
VeganRegular fountain drink from El Pollo Loco's current menu; nutrition shown for Coca-Cola.
Drinks
Large Fountain Drink
VeganChoice of Pepsi fountain drinks
Drinks
Horchata (Regular)
VegetarianRegular Horchata from El Pollo Loco's current menu (limited locations).
Drinks
Flan
VegetarianClassic Mexican caramel custard made in-house
Desserts
Churros (3 pieces)
VegetarianFresh-fried churros dusted with cinnamon sugar
Desserts
Regional Price Differences
Estimated El Pollo Loco menu prices by location, based on regional operating costs.
| Location | Price | vs Average | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | $8.00 | -$0.15 | Estimated — on par with national average — 2-Piece Chicken Meal |
| San Francisco | $8.95 | +$0.80 | Estimated — urban premium operating costs — 2-Piece Chicken Meal |
| Phoenix | $8.00 | -$0.15 | Estimated — on par with national average — 2-Piece Chicken Meal |
| Las Vegas | $8.30 | +$0.15 | Estimated — higher operating costs — 2-Piece Chicken Meal |
| Dallas | $7.65 | -$0.50 | Estimated — lower operating costs — 2-Piece Chicken Meal |
| Denver | $8.00 | -$0.15 | Estimated — on par with national average — 2-Piece Chicken Meal |
El Pollo Loco Hours
When El Pollo Loco is open, when breakfast and lunch are served, and holiday hours.
Store hours
El Pollo Loco opening and closing times are set by each location and can differ between dine-in, drive-thru and delivery. Check your local restaurant for today's exact hours.
Find hours near you (official store locator) →Breakfast & lunch hours
- Breakfast: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
- Breakfast: Saturday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Typical times; participating locations may vary.
Holiday hours
Most El Pollo Loco locations are typically closed on:
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Some franchised locations set their own holiday hours.
Locations
Where to find El Pollo Loco near you.
Locations
El Pollo Loco has 500 locations worldwide across 1 regions.
El Pollo Loco Menu Questions — Grilled Chicken, Bowls & More
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