El Pollo Loco • Drinks
Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon)
Handmade watermelon agua fresca with lime
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
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.
Everything You Need to Know About the Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon)
The Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) is handmade watermelon agua fresca with lime It comes in at 260 calories with 1g of protein, and is priced at $3.49 in the Drinks section of the El Pollo Loco menu — about 1.34 cents per 100 calories. 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.
How the Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) compares to similar El Pollo Loco items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) (this item) | $3.49 | 260 | 1.34 |
| Small Fountain Drink | $2.29 | 210 | 1.09 |
| Medium Fountain Drink | $2.59 | 280 | 0.92 |
| Large Fountain Drink | $2.89 | 360 | 0.80 |
| Horchata | $3.49 | 380 | 0.92 |
Average price in the Drinks section: $2.95. This item is above the section average.
How the Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) compares at other chains
Compare the Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs El Pollo Loco |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Market | Fresh Lemonade | $2.99 | $0.50 more |
| Cheddar's Kitchen | Fresh Brewed Iced Tea | $3.29 | $0.20 more |
| El Pollo Loco | Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) | $3.49 | — |
| Auntie Anne's | Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade (Small) | $3.49 | same |
| The Cheesecake Factory | Fresh Corn & Cilantro Tacos | $18.95 | $15.46 less |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
El Pollo Loco secret menu items
Loco Fries · $5.99
French fries topped with grilled chicken, cheese, pico de gallo, and crema
How to order: Order fries and ask for 'grilled chicken, melted cheese, pico de gallo, and crema on top.'
Grilled Chicken Torta · $7.49
Grilled chicken with avocado, refried beans, and crema on a toasted telera roll
How to order: Order a side of chicken and ask for 'a telera roll with avocado, refried beans, and crema.'
Dietary & allergen information
This item is flagged as: Vegan.
Is the Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) good value at El Pollo Loco?
At $3.49, the Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) costs about 1.34 cents per 100 calories against a $2.95 average in the Drinks section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest El Pollo Loco sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) at El Pollo Loco
The Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) is available at El Pollo Loco locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the El Pollo Loco app or third-party services. Order through the official El Pollo Loco ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full El Pollo Loco menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon)
- 1Check current El Pollo Loco deals — El Pollo Loco Loco Rewards — Free Chicken After 300 Points.
- 2Prices have trended +6.7% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Fresh Agua Fresca (Watermelon) prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the El Pollo Loco national-average pricing model:
- Los Angeles: $8.00 (Estimated — on par with national average — 2-Piece Chicken Meal)
- San Francisco: $8.95 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — 2-Piece Chicken Meal)
- Phoenix: $8.00 (Estimated — on par with national average — 2-Piece Chicken Meal)
- Las Vegas: $8.30 (Estimated — higher operating costs — 2-Piece Chicken Meal)
- Dallas: $7.65 (Estimated — lower operating costs — 2-Piece Chicken Meal)
- Denver: $8.00 (Estimated — on par with national average — 2-Piece Chicken Meal)
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About El Pollo Loco
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.
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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official El Pollo Loco website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.elpolloloco.com