El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a Mexican and Chicken restaurant that offers fresh, authentic food made from whole chickens marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic. The restaurant's dedication to quality extends to their handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings which are prepared daily. Since 1980, El Pollo Loco has been serving up fire-grilled pollo in Los Angeles and now has over 480 restaurants across 6 states. Their famous fire-grilled chicken is cooked slow, served fast and always cut-to-order. Come taste the tradition at El Pollo Loco!

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 226 E 9th St.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 226 E 9th St.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 226 E 9th St and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today!
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 226 E 9th St 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 Los Angeles. Stop in or order del...
11/26/2019

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in Los Angeles. 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 226 E 9th St and p...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 226 E 9th St and pick up our Holiday Family Dinner, including our famous fire-grilled chicken, 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

Address

226 E 9th Street
Los Angeles, CA
90015

To get to the restaurants on E 9th Street in Los Angeles, there are several options for public transport and driving. If you are taking public transport, you can take the Metro Bus Line 60 or 760 and get off at the E. Olympic Blvd / Soto St. Station. From there, it is a short walk to the restaurants.

If you are driving, take I-5 N and exit on Mission Rd. Turn right onto W Cesar E Chavez Ave and then turn left onto S Soto St. Finally, turn right onto E 9th St to reach the restaurants.

There is street parking available near the restaurants, but it may be limited during peak hours. Alternatively, there is a paid parking lot nearby that offers both hourly and daily rates for those who need it.

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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 E 9th Street in Los Angeles. This chicken restaurant and caterer has been delivering delicious meals for over four decades, starting with whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic. The chicken is then expertly fire-grilled to perfection on their signature open-flame grills and hand-cut into your favorite Mexican entrees.

But it's not just the chicken that makes El Pollo Loco stand out. They put the same dedication and care into their handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. And with over 480 locations across six states, El Pollo Loco has become a cultural benchmark in Los Angeles.

At El Pollo Loco on E 9th Street, you can expect great taste that will keep you coming back again and again. Their famous fire-grilled chicken is cooked slow but served fast, always cut-to-order. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a family dinner, El Pollo Loco has something for everyone. So if you're craving authentic Mexican food made with fresh ingredients and traditional methods, head over to El Pollo Loco on E 9th Street in Los Angeles today!