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El Pollo Loco

4.3
(571 reviews)

Business Details

5480 Wadsworth Bypass, Arvada, CO
80002, United States
(720) 850-8353
https://restaurants.elpolloloco.com/co/arvada/5480-wadsworth-bypass

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 Arvada, CO, we believe that when real food meets real fire the result is great taste that will keep you coming back again and again.

Details

  • Drive-throughAvailable
  • [Free/Paid] wi-fiNot available

Location

El Pollo Loco
5480 Wadsworth Bypass, Arvada, CO
80002, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
571 reviews
5 stars
390
4 stars
83
3 stars
38
2 stars
20
1 star
40

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers generally praised the food for being delicious, fresh, and flavorful, although some noted issues with dryness and portion sizes.

Customer Service

While many reviews highlighted friendly and attentive staff, there were several complaints about rude service and poor handling of orders.

Cleanliness

The restaurant was frequently described as clean and well-maintained, contributing positively to the dining experience.

Value for Money

Many customers felt the prices were reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, though some expressed concerns about the value relative to portion sizes.
  • LM
    Linda M.
    Feb 23, 2026
    4.0
    Chicken is grilled with minimal spice so you can add your own flavoring. The chickens are on the small side, but not bad. I ordered a side salad, but it was a bowl of lettuce and very salty. The cole slaw was okay.
  • RW
    Rebecca Wallace
    Feb 17, 2026
    5.0
    I ordered catering from El Pollo Loco yesterday for a group event of 30 people, and I was genuinely impressed. Our order was ready right on time, everything was hot, and the food was absolutely delicious. Every single person on our team was happy, which is not easy to do with a group that size. The manager went out of his way to make sure I was taken care of quickly and efficiently. I really appreciated that they even asked how I preferred the catering to be packaged. I had ordered box lunches, but they offered alternative options like trays to make sure it was most convenient for our event. That level of attentiveness and flexibility really stood out. Great food, great service, and a smooth experience from start to finish. We will definitely be ordering catering from them again.
  • VC
    Veronica C
    Feb 13, 2026
    5.0
    The best place to go for chicken! Tasty chicken thats grilled and the house salsa is the best. Fast drive through service. Staff was amazing.
  • NG
    N Gonce
    Feb 3, 2026
    5.0
    We’ve been told by several people to check this place out and our experience since has been absolutely fantastic!! Staff is super friendly. Food comes out hot and you get great value for your spent. Highly recommend.
  • CF
    Chris Foltz
    Jan 31, 2026
    5.0
    The spot on Wadsworth is 💣!! The food, the customer service, cleanliness, the prices, all over the top. We'll not the prices, they are actually very fair. You can get a real meal not some burger and fries for 13 bucks, very affordable. Seems like I get the same little dude every time I go there and dude goes out of his way to make your day. Order is always correct and the quality of food is way better than other fast food joints. He'll I feel like calling it fast food is a put down cuz it sure don't have that appeal. Good job people!!

Frequently Asked Questions About El Pollo Loco

What type of food does El Pollo Loco in Arvada, CO specialize in?

El Pollo Loco specializes in fresh, authentic Mexican food with fire-grilled chicken marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices, and garlic.

What are the opening hours of El Pollo Loco at 5480 Wadsworth Bypass, Arvada?

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

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