El Pollo Loco

4.3
527 reviews

About

Mexican RestaurantCatererChicken RestaurantFast Food Restaurant
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.

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • DebitAvailable
  • Accepts checksAvailable
  • Drive-throughAvailable

Location

El Pollo Loco
11895 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA
92128, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
527 reviews
5 stars
331
4 stars
108
3 stars
48
2 stars
13
1 star
27

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers generally praised the food for being delicious and fresh, although there were some complaints about undercooked items and inconsistent portion sizes.

Customer Service

While many reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff, there were notable instances of poor service and rudeness from certain employees.

Cleanliness

Most customers found the location to be clean and well-maintained, contributing positively to their dining experience.

Order Accuracy

Several customers reported issues with incorrect orders and missing items, indicating a need for improvement in order accuracy.

Value for Money

Some customers felt that prices were high relative to portion sizes, leading to concerns about value.
  • AW
    Aaron Wyant
    5 days ago
    5.0
    Had a great experience today!! Great location.
  • DL
    Dan Loyola
    Nov 10, 2025
    5.0
    Delicious grilled chicken as always!
  • SS
    Smokeypeate SP
    Nov 2, 2025
    1.0
    $10 for this scrimp Lil quesadilla? What a complete waste of time and a ruined meal and money! Are you in the business if ruining your customers meals and leaving then hungry and stealing their money? False advertisement IS theft. Let that sink in. Look in the mirror!
  • AO
    Alondra OC
    Sep 11, 2025
    5.0
    This place is amazing staff super friendly and food tasty like always! For sure coming back! 👏🏻
  • HF
    Hans Foto
    Aug 30, 2025
    5.0
    Delicious chicken every time. This location is has a large indoor dinning area. There is tons of parking all around and a drive-through. Staff has always been really helpful.

Frequently Asked Questions About El Pollo Loco

What are the operating hours of El Pollo Loco at 11895 Carmel Mountain Rd?

El Pollo Loco is open every day from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Where is El Pollo Loco located?

El Pollo Loco is located at 11895 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92128, USA.