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El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco, a renowned chicken shop, chicken restaurant, caterer and Mexican restaurant in Simi Valley, CA, delivers authentic Mexican cuisine made with slow-marinated whole chickens fire-grilled to perfection on signature open-flame grills. El Pollo Loco takes pride in its handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings served fresh every day. With over 480 restaurants across 6 states since its founding in 1980, El Pollo Loco continues to provide customers with innovative L.A. Mex while staying true to their famous fire-grilled chicken tradition served fast and always cut-to-order.

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let us know 👇👇
06/02/2026

let us know 👇👇

home is where the heart is 😌
06/01/2026

home is where the heart is 😌

05/29/2026

There is still time to enter our ValedicTENDERan Giveaway! We’re giving away $100 gift cards to 10 lucky graduates every week until June 15.
 
Do you know someone who is graduating and loves El Pollo Loco? Send them this post!
 
How to enter:
🎓 Follow El Pollo Loco on Instagram
🎓 Tag in your Graduation Day pic or video and   in your caption (or story)
🎓 Share this post in your Stories
 
We’ll be randomly selecting 10 winners to receive a $100 e-gift card every Monday through June 15.
 
Good luck, grads!   
 
 
Your Instagram profile must be public. Sweepstakes ends on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 12 PM PT. Void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Winners will be contacted via DM from the verified  Instagram Account. See full terms in the link in our bio.

I circle you 🌖
05/28/2026

I circle you 🌖

I don’t know if you all have heard the news…
05/21/2026

I don’t know if you all have heard the news…

Why is this so accurate? 😭
05/20/2026

Why is this so accurate? 😭

GRAD GIVEAWAY 🎓🔥Not everyone can be a Valedictorian… but anyone can be a ValedicTENDERan! Commencement season is here an...
05/14/2026

GRAD GIVEAWAY 🎓🔥Not everyone can be a Valedictorian… but anyone can be a ValedicTENDERan! Commencement season is here and with the launch of our brand-new Loco Tenders, we’re giving away 50 $100 gift cards to fuel your future.
 
Here’s how to enter:
🎓 Follow El Pollo Loco on Instagram
🎓 Tag in your Graduation Day pic or video and   in your caption
🎓 Share this post in your Stories
 
We’ll be randomly selecting 10 winners to receive a $100 e-gift card every Monday through June 15, plus EVERY ENTRY will receive an exclusive catering code for your grad party.
 
 
Good luck, grads!   
 
 
Your Instagram profile must be public. Sweepstakes ends on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 12 PM PT. Void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Winners will be contacted via DM from the verified  Instagram Account. See full terms in the link in our bio.

05/11/2026

Last year, we kicked off National Chicken Month with our Loco AI contest where anyone could create AI fire-grilled chicken content for a chance to win free fire-grilled chicken for life.

Here is our winner.

Thank you to everyone who participated, and stay tuned for how we get loco for this year’s National Chicken Month ❤️‍🔥

05/07/2026

Available at select test locations listed here 👇 (check locations and availability in your Loco Rewards App)

8245 East Santa Ana Canyon Rd Anaheim Hills CA 92807

18571 East Chapman Avenue Orange CA 92869

12909 Harbor Boulevard Garden Grove CA 92840

110 West Ball Road Anaheim CA 92805

2990 Bristol St Costa Mesa CA 92626

2500 E. Imperial Hwy, Ste.186 Brea CA 92821

3502 Cerritos Blvd. Los Alamitos CA 90720

451 S. Vincent Avenue West Covina CA 91790

12530 Beach Blvd. Stanton CA 90680

3131 Harbor Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92626

969 S Euclid Ave. Anaheim CA 92802

05/06/2026

Reaching flow state in this El Pollo Loco ✨

05/04/2026

The chicken is strong with this one

Some things just have that effect on you 🥲
05/04/2026

Some things just have that effect on you 🥲

05/01/2026

$20 Off $100+ Catering - Now thru May 5th!

Festival Season ☀️
04/30/2026

Festival Season ☀️

MERCH PACKAGE GIVEAWAY The merch went fast at our Tender Reveal Party last week… but we saved some for you 👀Enter to win...
04/24/2026

MERCH PACKAGE GIVEAWAY
 
The merch went fast at our Tender Reveal Party last week… but we saved some for you 👀
Enter to win the full merch package featuring our limited-edition Loco hat, tote, pins, and more.
 
How to enter:
1️⃣ Must be following and signed up for Loco Rewards
2️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments (each tag = extra entry)
3️⃣ Share this post to your story
 
10 lucky winner will be chosen (contacted through DM).
 
Good luck ❤️‍
 
 
Your Instagram profile must be public. Sweepstakes ends on Sunday April 26th, 2026, at 9:00 AM PT. Void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Winners will be contacted via DM from the verified Instagram Account. See full terms in the link in our bio.

04/23/2026

THE WAIT IS OVER 🔥

LOCO TENDERS AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE NOW!!

You the birthday 🎂
04/21/2026

You the birthday 🎂

04/20/2026

Not but really… rolled or bowl?

04/19/2026

Best weekend ever ❤️‍🔥

Thank you for having us

FESTIVAL MERCH PACKAGE GIVEAWAY 🎡 Enter to win an exclusive festival merch package featuring our custom Let’s get Loco t...
04/17/2026

FESTIVAL MERCH PACKAGE GIVEAWAY 🎡
 
Enter to win an exclusive festival merch package featuring our custom Let’s get Loco tie dye shirt, custom Loco inflatable couch, and more 🔥
 
How to enter:
1️⃣ Must be following and a Loco Rewards member (link in bio to join)
2️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments
3️⃣ Share this post to your story (we’ll ask for proof)
 
1 lucky winner will be chosen (contacted through DM).
 
Good luck ❤️‍
 
 
Your Instagram profile must be public. Sweepstakes ends on Sunday April 19th, 2026, at 10:00 PM PT. Void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Winners will be contacted via DM from the verified Instagram Account. See full terms in the link in our bio.

04/16/2026

The world is about to change. Humankind will soon make contact… with dipping sauce.

4.23.26

04/13/2026

we out here

04/12/2026

We made it to ❤️‍🔥

04/11/2026

Day 1 - we got our Loco fans geared up for the festival with some flash merch drops 🎡💫

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 2780 Tapo Canyon Rd.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 2780 Tapo Canyon Rd.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 2780 Tapo Canyon Rd and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 2780 Tapo Canyon Rd 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!

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 2780 Tapo Canyon R...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 2780 Tapo Canyon Rd and pick up our Holiday Family Dinner, including our famous fire-grilled chicken, 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

Unwrapping a holiday tradition has never tasted so good! Pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today in Simi Valley.
11/14/2019

Unwrapping a holiday tradition has never tasted so good! Pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls today in Simi Valley.

As the weather cools down, the chocolate heats up! Stop by 2780 Tapo Canyon Rd and try our new Mexican Hot Chocolate.
11/12/2019

As the weather cools down, the chocolate heats up! Stop by 2780 Tapo Canyon Rd and try our new Mexican Hot Chocolate.

Address

2780 Tapo Canyon Road
Simi Valley, CA
93063

To get to the location at Tapo Canyon Road in Simi Valley using public transport, you can take the nearby bus route and alight at the stop closest to that address. From there, it is just a short walk to the destination.

For those driving or parking, you can access Tapo Canyon Road from the nearest main road and follow it until you reach the correct address. There are several parking spaces available for customers.

Please note that these directions are not specific to any particular establishment at this address.

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 10pm
Thursday 9:30am - 10pm
Friday 9:30am - 10pm
Saturday 9:30am - 10pm
Sunday 9:30am - 10pm

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El Pollo Loco on Tapo Canyon Road in Simi Valley is a must-visit for anyone who loves fresh and authentic Mexican food. The restaurant's commitment to using whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices, and garlic is evident in every bite. The chicken is expertly fire-grilled on signature open-flame grills, ensuring that each piece is cooked to perfection.

But it's not just the chicken that sets El Pollo Loco apart - their handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings are made with the same dedication and care as their famous fire-grilled chicken. And with over 480 locations across six states, El Pollo Loco has become a cultural benchmark for L.A. Mex.

Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a family dinner, El Pollo Loco has something for everyone. Their menu features a variety of Mexican entrees that are always cut-to-order and served fast. So if you're craving delicious and authentic Mexican food in Simi Valley, be sure to visit El Pollo Loco on Tapo Canyon Road - you won't be disappointed!

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