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 McKinney, TX, we believe that when real food meets real fire the result is great taste that will keep you coming back again and again.
The young black female cashier was more interested in her cell phone than taking out order
The chicken was so dry we might as well been eating jerky.
Hot sauce was horrible and the tortilla were not soft or warm.
Will not be going back. Waste of $35
NM
Nichole Malchar
5 days ago
5.0
Really enjoyed the food. It was fresh, flavorful and tasted much better than what I'd consider fast food. Good amount of choices on the menu. They just started serving chicken tenders. Their special sauce is pretty unique. Its a sweet and limey flavor and worth giving it a try. Guacamole was fresh and yummy.
EC
Enrique Costas
Apr 17, 2026
1.0
If you planning to dine in, don’t waste your time in the counter, just go to the machine, they will ignore you, so if you have questions or first time, sorry bad place!
AB
April Banks
Apr 10, 2026
2.0
I tried this place three different times. The first time I tried the shrimp bowl. It was okay but the shrimp was old and rubbery.The second time I got the double chicken bowl. The chicken was so dry I almost choked on it and it had just a few beans in it. The third time I got three piece chicken and the chicken was dry (maybe old) and tasted burnt. Needlesss to say I will not be going back. On top of all that their prices are extremely high for what you get.
MJ
Michael J
Apr 5, 2026
2.0
Tried this location twice now. Honestly can’t recommend it. Food just isn’t good. No salsa bar.
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