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El Pollo Loco

4.1
(1,235 reviews)

Business Details

613 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA
95348, United States
(209) 385-3062
https://restaurants.elpolloloco.com/ca/merced/613-w-olive-ave

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 Merced,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
  • Accepts checksAvailable
  • Drive-throughAvailable

Location

El Pollo Loco
613 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA
95348, United States

Hours

Monday9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Reviews

4.1
1,235 reviews
5 stars
658
4 stars
274
3 stars
148
2 stars
58
1 star
97
  • HD
    Henri Dupart
    Sep 6, 2026
    5.0
    Probably the best Pollo Loco I've been to in ages!
  • LR
    Lupe Rubalcava
    Aug 9, 2026
    2.0
    Food is good, usually go through the the drive thru when eating here. Be sure to double check your order before your order before you leave, it's usually wrong. That's been my experience.
  • SQ
    S. Q.
    Jul 27, 2026
    2.0
    I hadn't gone to to this establishment for several years, and regret going back. I've gone after 2 pm, and the staff are rude. I was charged the incorrect amount, and was on my lunch, so didn't have time to correct it. On my next visit, I showed this young man my receipt, and he offered me a free drink or said, I could go inside and talk to the manager to get an adjustment. I told him, on my next visit, I'll just get a free drink, since he told me to save my receipt. Well, I went back probably the next week, and advised the person who took my order, and the lady at the drive-thru speaker, asked me, what his name was. I didn't catch it, so I told her I didn't know. She had a major attitude with me when I brought it up when she was charging me. She said, "We need to know a name or we don't know." I have been working in customer service for the last 20 years, and this sort of treatment is unacceptable. It was just a drink I was promised. I did go back again, because I needed something quick and got her again, and she was very rude both on the speaker and rushed to take my payment. I won't be going back to this place again. You go across the street, and the staff at Jack in the Box are extremely polite, and know how to treat their customers. Please train your staff better. I will say that the night crew is much nicer.
  • GB
    Gloria B
    Jul 23, 2026
    1.0
    I used to come here all the time and never had a problem. Well last 2 times I’ve ate here I got REALLY sick. I got food poisoning but couldn’t tell exactly from where so I decided to try it again today (2 months after my food poisoning) and again sick and horrible diarrhea
  • GV
    giselle Villanueva
    Jul 13, 2026
    1.0
    I visited El Pollo Loco in Merced expecting a comfortable place to enjoy a meal, but the experience was disappointing. The air conditioning wasn’t working, making the dining room extremely hot and uncomfortable. It was difficult to enjoy the food because of how warm it was inside. I understand that equipment can fail, but customers should be informed or efforts should be made to keep the dining area comfortable. Hopefully management addresses the issue quickly so future customers have a better experience.

Frequently Asked Questions About El Pollo Loco

What are the opening hours of El Pollo Loco in Merced, CA?

El Pollo Loco is open daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What type of cuisine does El Pollo Loco offer?

El Pollo Loco serves fresh, authentic Mexican food specializing in fire-grilled chicken entrees and handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings.

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