El Pollo Loco

3.8
509 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 Thousand Oaks,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
  • Drive-throughAvailable

Location

El Pollo Loco
591 N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA
91360, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.8
509 reviews
5 stars
237
4 stars
116
3 stars
53
2 stars
31
1 star
72

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Many customers reported rude and unhelpful staff, leading to a negative dining experience.

Food Quality

Several reviews mentioned dry or poorly prepared chicken, with complaints about food freshness and portion sizes.

Cleanliness

While some customers noted cleanliness, others reported dirty conditions in the restaurant, affecting their overall impression.

Order Accuracy

Numerous customers experienced issues with incorrect orders or missing items, contributing to dissatisfaction.

Value for Money

Some customers felt that the prices were high relative to the quality and quantity of food received.
  • SW
    Sean Willingham
    Nov 9, 2025
    5.0
    I eat here 1-2 times a week and it’s always consistently very good. Best chicken of all-time imo! Illiana has always taken my order whether at the drive-thru or in restaurant. She is very professional and helped give me the best deal possible through the app.
  • NG
    Nick G
    Nov 3, 2025
    2.0
    I walked in and to my disappointment this location has not upgraded yet to self ordering on a screen, and I was particularly bummed about that because not only does the staff ignore you but had to wait a long moment to even get to my order. Then they served 2 customers who came after me before me. Once I got my salad and was waiting for my chicken breast a la carte since they said they were cooking more, I had to wait several minutes. Then another customer came in much later and order a chicken breast and a water and they served him first and made me wait another couple minutes for my chicken. Worst experience ever at El Pollo loco. And, the bathroom were dirty as well as the restaurant overall, have rarely seen this level of neglict and lack of cleanliness! I would never go there again and highly recommend going to another location!!!!
  • JA
    Jerry Arko
    Oct 30, 2025
    4.0
    Better than KFC πŸ— πŸ˜‹!
  • SS
    Sean
    Oct 18, 2025
    5.0
    Great service, Fransisco is awesome.
  • EC
    Estee Cervantes
    Oct 12, 2025
    4.0
    Wish it came with more tortillas

Frequently Asked Questions About El Pollo Loco

What are the operating hours of El Pollo Loco in Thousand Oaks?

El Pollo Loco in Thousand Oaks is open every day from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Where is El Pollo Loco located in Thousand Oaks?

It is located at 591 N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, USA.