El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a Mexican and chicken restaurant that has been serving fresh, authentic food since 1980. The whole chickens are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices, and garlic before being expertly fire-grilled on their signature open-flame grills. They also offer handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings every day. El Pollo Loco has expanded to over 480 restaurants across 6 states while continuing to provide customers with fresh and innovative L.A. Mex cuisine. Famous for their fire-grilled chicken cooked slow and served fast, El Pollo Loco is always cut-to-order.

Recent social media posts

It’s a big month for grilled chicken. And Loco Rewards 👀 It’s a big month for grilled chicken. And Loco Rewards 👀 It’s a...
09/04/2026

It’s a big month for grilled chicken. And Loco Rewards 👀

It’s a big month for grilled chicken. And Loco Rewards 👀

It’s a big month for grilled chicken. And Loco Rewards 👀

Get that protein 💪

DON’T MISS THIS ONE 🔥 (sign up before you show up)

It’s a big month for grilled chicken. And Loco Rewards 👀

It’s a big month for grilled chicken. And Loco Rewards 👀

If you’re not a Loco Rewards Member, what are you even doing??

09/03/2026

Grilled chicken this good deserves its own holiday. So, we made it official! And for the FIRST EVER National Grilled Chicken Day on September 9th, we’re giving you a FREE 2 Piece Leg and Thigh Meal with the purchase of ANY drink with Loco Rewards.

Sign up before you show up! 🔥

 

Valid 9/9/26 only. Free 2pc Leg & Thigh Meal w/ purchase of an a la carte drink, for Loco Rewards members. Excludes combos & delivery apps.  Limit 1 per person. Tax extra. Valid at participating locations/channels only. While supplies last. For full terms and conditions see elpolloloco.com/offers.

things are looking up this week☀️
09/02/2026

things are looking up this week☀️

09/01/2026

National Chicken Month just got more Loco.

Welcome to the Loco Hall of Flame. Stay tuned for contests, prizes, offers, merch, and more, all month long!

08/31/2026

Get a FREE 2 Piece Leg & Thigh Meal with the purchase of ANY drink with Loco Rewards on National Grilled Chicken Day, Wed., Sept 9!! 🔥🍗

Valid 9/9/26 only. Free 2pc Leg & Thigh Meal w/ purchase of an a la carte drink, for Loco Rewards members. Excludes combos & delivery apps.  Limit 1 per person. Tax extra. Valid at participating locations/channels only. While supplies last. For full terms and conditions see elpolloloco.com/offers.

08/27/2026

☕️ GIVEAWAY ALERT ☕️

Need a little pick-me-up? We got you! Our new ChataCoffee drinks are the perfect caffeinated sweet treat. So, we’re giving away a lotta chata!

20 lucky winners will score a $20 EPL gift card to fund their next much-needed ChataCoffee break for the back-to-school season. How to enter:

• Follow El Pollo Loco
• Tag your coffee date in the comments
• Share this post in your Stories (we’ll check)
 


Your Instagram profile must be public. Sweepstakes ends on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 8 PM PT. Void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Winners will be contacted via DM from the verified El Pollo Loco Instagram Account. See full terms in the link in our bio.

I love you but…
08/25/2026

I love you but…

sorry guys… can’t hangout today 🤷
08/24/2026

sorry guys… can’t hangout today 🤷

08/20/2026

the love of ur life is just around the corner👀

08/19/2026

tbh i’m here for the cilantro dressing🤤

life is just so beautiful and full of joy
08/18/2026

life is just so beautiful and full of joy

u won’t believe what’s at the end🫣
08/17/2026

u won’t believe what’s at the end🫣

08/17/2026

“Imagine pairing Trader Joe's dip with El Pollo Loco’s quesadillas. New life hack unlocked?”

let’s go.

Street Corn Loaded Quesadilla X Everything and the Elote dip.

Article by PARADE Magazine

Home is where the tamales are!
12/13/2019

Home is where the tamales are!

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 2258 S Atlantic Blvd.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 2258 S Atlantic Blvd.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 2258 S Atlantic Blvd and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowl...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 2258 S Atlantic Blvd and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today!

Slow simmered holiday tradition. Our new Chicken Pozole Verde soup is here for a limited time!
12/06/2019

Slow simmered holiday tradition. Our new Chicken Pozole Verde soup is here for a limited time!

'Tis the season for tradition. Pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today!
11/26/2019

'Tis the season for tradition. Pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today!

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in Monterey Park. Stop in or order d...
11/26/2019

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in Monterey Park. Stop in or order delivery.

Your weekend plans just got more delicious. Order online and get our famous fire-grilled chicken delivered right to your...
11/24/2019

Your weekend plans just got more delicious. Order online and get our famous fire-grilled chicken delivered right to your door!

Which new Holiday Tamale Bowl is your go-to this season: Chicken Tamale Bowl, 2 Chicken Tamales Bowl or Chicken Tamale a...
11/22/2019

Which new Holiday Tamale Bowl is your go-to this season: Chicken Tamale Bowl, 2 Chicken Tamales Bowl or Chicken Tamale and Chopped Chicken Breast Bowl?

What's better than eating your favorite fire-grilled chicken? How about being rewarded for eating your favorite fire-gri...
11/20/2019

What's better than eating your favorite fire-grilled chicken? How about being rewarded for eating your favorite fire-grilled chicken! Receive a Free Original Pollo Bowl when you download our app and sign up today! Details: www.elpolloloco.com/rewards

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 2258 S Atlantic Bl...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 2258 S Atlantic Blvd and pick up our Holiday Family Dinner, including our famous fire-grilled chicken, 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

Address

2258 S Atlantic Boulevard
Monterey Park, CA
91754

To reach the Mexican and chicken restaurant and caterer on S Atlantic Boulevard in Monterey Park, you can take public transport by first finding a bus or train that stops near the boulevard. Once you have arrived at your nearest stop, you can walk towards the boulevard until you see the restaurant.

If you prefer to drive, you can park your car in any available parking lot or street parking near S Atlantic Boulevard. You can then navigate your way to the boulevard using a GPS or a map app on your phone.

Please note that these directions are not specific to any particular restaurant on S Atlantic Boulevard and may apply to other establishments in the area.

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 9pm

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What people say

When it comes to Mexican restaurants, there's nothing quite like the taste of fresh, authentic food. And that's exactly what you'll find at El Pollo Loco on S Atlantic Boulevard in Monterey Park. This restaurant takes pride in delivering the best fire-grilled pollo in town, using whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic. The result is juicy and flavorful chicken that is expertly cut into your favorite Mexican entrees.

But it's not just the chicken that makes El Pollo Loco stand out. They also put dedication and care into their handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. And with over 480 locations across 6 states, this restaurant has become a cultural benchmark for L.A. Mex.

At El Pollo Loco, they believe that real food meets real fire to create great taste that will keep you coming back again and again. And with their famous family dinners and Mexican entrees always cut-to-order, you can be sure you're getting fresh and innovative dishes every time you visit.

So if you're looking for a delicious meal that combines tradition with innovation, head over to El Pollo Loco on S Atlantic Boulevard in Monterey Park. You won't be disappointed!