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 Ontario,CA, we believe that when real food meets real fire the result is great taste that will keep you coming back again and again.
Customers frequently reported issues with food quality, including burnt chicken, dry meals, and missing ingredients.
Customer Service
Service quality varied significantly; some customers praised friendly staff, while others experienced rudeness and inefficiency.
Cleanliness
The restaurant's cleanliness was a concern for many, with reports of dirty conditions and inadequate sanitation.
Order Accuracy
Numerous reviews highlighted problems with order accuracy, including missing items and incorrect food preparation.
Value for Money
While some customers felt the prices were reasonable for the portion sizes, others complained about stingy portions and inadequate salsa.
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Adnan Karim
Oct 27, 2025
4.0
El Pollo Loco, a fast-food chain outpost on East 4th Street in Ontario, offers Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken. Their user-friendly app makes ordering convenient. I ordered a meal for two, including Small Mac n Cheese, Small Corn, Loco Side Salad, Churro, four Corn Tortillas, and two Legs & Thighs. The total cost, including tax, was $15.21 and reasonable.
In just 15 minutes, I received a notification that my food was ready for pickup. I arrived promptly and found the restaurant nearly empty. The interior was clean, with staff frequently cleaning the tables. The friendly woman at the counter greeted me warmly and efficiently took my order details. I was able to pick up my food almost immediately.
The food was delicious. The Grilled Chicken Legs and Thighs were perfectly cooked and flavorful. The Mac n Cheese, Corn, Salad, and Churro were also tasty. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and plan to return soon to try more of their dishes.
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darlina lopez
Oct 23, 2025
5.0
The server was pretty rude and inefficient when calling me to the counter with only 1/2 of my order ready, but the manager on duty just now stepped up and addressed the issue, apologized, and resolved it while dealing with a crowded store.
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Gien
Oct 6, 2025
1.0
I dunno who the cook was yesterday about 2pm but they sucked! My chicken was all burnt
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Miguel Lopez
Oct 2, 2025
5.0
I had an amazing experience at El Pollo Loco! The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked โ especially the fire-grilled chicken, which was juicy and full of that signature smoky flavor. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made me feel genuinely welcome. The restaurant was clean and well-maintained, and my order was prepared quickly and accurately. You can really tell they take pride in what they do. Iโll definitely be coming back โ highly recommend!
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Efren V
Oct 2, 2025
5.0
Just wanted to give kudos ๐ ๐ to Karen the manager for helping me out she's so professional and is running things very very good ๐ at this location. THANK YOU KAREN she deserves a big raise โค๏ธ ๐ ๐ ๐