El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a Mexican restaurant, chicken restaurant and caterer that has been delivering fresh and authentic food since 1980. Their signature fire-grilled chicken is marinated in a special combination of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic before being hand-cut into delicious Mexican entrees. They also offer handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings made with the same dedication and care. With over 480 restaurants across 6 states, El Pollo Loco continues to provide customers with fresh and innovative L.A. Mex that will keep them coming back for more.

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when you know, you know 🥲
10/19/2026

when you know, you know 🥲

🏈 Game Day Spread Giveaway 🏈Your team puts you through enough. Let us handle the food.We’re giving one winner a $250 El ...
10/16/2026

🏈 Game Day Spread Giveaway 🏈

Your team puts you through enough. Let us handle the food.

We’re giving one winner a $250 El Pollo Loco gift card for catering at their next game day watch party. We got you.
 
How to enter:
1️⃣ Follow El Pollo Loco
2️⃣ Tag your game day buddies in the comments👇 (more comments, the better your chances)
3️⃣ Share this post in your Stories (we will be checking)

🕒 Ends October 20, 2026 at 8 PM PST.
 
 
 
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 fear I would fold immediately…
10/13/2026

I fear I would fold immediately…

your fall vibes are now complete. you’re welcome 🍁
10/12/2026

your fall vibes are now complete. you’re welcome 🍁

10/09/2026

National Chicken Month came in hot and that’s a wrap! From the first-ever National Grilled Chicken Day on Sept 9, all the Loco Hall of Flame Challenge entries to taking over our Sunset Blvd EPL to throw a dance party, you all made this a legendary Chicken Month!
 
See you next year! ‍❤️‍🔥

10/06/2026

you can get 3 tacos for $5 with Loco Rewards every Tuesday btw 😌

10/04/2026

Sunday Spread. 12 pc chicken. 3 large sides. $25 with Loco Rewards every Sunday!

We got weekend dinner covered 😌

10/02/2026

Why have National Taco Day when you can have National Taco Day(s)? 🌮
 
3 for $5 tacos from 10/2-10/6 with the app 😌

Five days. Five chances. Fifteen tacos. Do with that information what you will.

10/01/2026

The Loco Hall of Flame has a new inductee. Congratulations Grant Mooney !! your Loco remix just won you FREE CHICKEN FOR LIFE 🔥🍗

Thank you to everyone who entered and got loco with this beat, we see you!

normal amount btw
09/30/2026

normal amount btw

09/24/2026

Clear the runway. New El Pollo Loco menu items just dropped! 🔥

09/23/2026

is this heaven?? 🥹

09/22/2026

Consider this your sign to finish that remix ‼️

kaelin ellis. is checking out the entries. Head to our pinned post and submit yours before the contest ends in TOMORROW!!

09/22/2026

FREE chicken for LIFE could be yours! 🔥 Submit your remix TODAY for your chance to win.

Head to our pinned post to enter.

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 4058 Tweedy Blvd.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 4058 Tweedy Blvd.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 4058 Tweedy Blvd and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls to...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 4058 Tweedy 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 South Gate. Stop in or order deli...
11/26/2019

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in South Gate. 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 4058 Tweedy Blvd a...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 4058 Tweedy Blvd and pick up our Holiday Family Dinner, including our famous fire-grilled chicken, 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

Address

4058 Tweedy Boulevard
South Gate, CA
90280

To get to the restaurant on Tweedy Boulevard in South Gate, you may use public transportation by taking the bus and getting off at Tweedy Boulevard. If you prefer to drive, take the freeway and exit on Tweedy Boulevard. Parking options are available nearby.

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 10:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 10:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 10:30pm
Thursday 10am - 10:30pm
Friday 10am - 10:30pm
Saturday 10am - 10:30pm
Sunday 10:30am - 10pm

Telephone

+13235645042

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When it comes to Mexican restaurants, there's nothing quite like the taste of authentic, fire-grilled chicken. And that's exactly what you'll find at El Pollo Loco on Tweedy Boulevard in South Gate. This restaurant takes pride in using whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic before being expertly grilled over an open flame. The result is juicy, flavorful chicken that's perfect for any Mexican dish.

But it's not just the chicken that sets El Pollo Loco apart. They also make their own guacamole, salsas and dressings by hand every day. This dedication to fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods is evident in every bite.

Founded in 1980, El Pollo Loco has become a cultural benchmark in Los Angeles and beyond. With over 480 locations across six states, they continue to provide customers with innovative Mexican entrees while staying true to their roots.

Whether you're looking for a quick meal or a family dinner, El Pollo Loco on Tweedy Boulevard is the perfect destination for delicious, authentic Mexican food.