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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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06/23/2026

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06/22/2026

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06/18/2026

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06/17/2026

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06/17/2026

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06/16/2026

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06/11/2026

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06/10/2026

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06/08/2026

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Show your support by voting for El Pollo Loco as Best Restaurant for Quick, Healthy Food for the USA Today 10Best Reade...
06/08/2026

Show your support by voting for El Pollo Loco as Best Restaurant for Quick, Healthy Food for the USA Today 10Best Readersā€™ Choice Awards! All it takes is ONE CLICK.

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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.

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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