El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a Mexican and chicken restaurant in El Monte, CA that prides itself on delivering fresh and authentic food. Using whole chickens slowly marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices, and garlic, El Pollo Loco expertly fire-grills their chicken on signature open-flame grills to perfection resulting in great taste that will keep customers coming back again and again. In addition to their famous family dinners and Mexican entrees, handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings are made fresh daily. Established in 1980 with the first restaurant opening on Alvarado Street in Los Angeles, El Pollo Loco has now grown into more than 480 restaurants across six states.

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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 11928 Garvey Ave.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 11928 Garvey Ave.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 11928 Garvey Ave and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls to...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 11928 Garvey Ave 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 El Monte. Stop in or order delive...
11/26/2019

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in El Monte. 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 11928 Garvey Ave a...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 11928 Garvey Ave and pick up our Holiday Family Dinner, including our famous fire-grilled chicken, 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

Address

11928 Garvey Avenue
El Monte, CA
91732

To reach the first restaurant on Garvey Avenue in El Monte via public transport, you can take the Gold Line train to the El Monte Station and transfer to the Foothill Transit bus service. Take Bus 270 and get off at Garvey Ave and Tyler Ave. The restaurant is located within walking distance from there.

Alternatively, if you are driving to the area, head east on Garvey Ave until you reach Tyler Ave. Turn right onto Tyler Ave and then turn left into the parking lot of the restaurant.

For the second restaurant on Garvey Avenue in El Monte, again using public transportation, take Bus 70 at the El Monte Station and get off at Peck Road & Garvey Avenue intersection. The restaurant is a short walk away.

If you are driving to this location, head west on Garvey Avenue until you reach Peck Road. Turn left onto Peck Road and then turn left into the parking lot of the restaurant.

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+16264428682

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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 Garvey Avenue in El Monte, CA. This restaurant takes pride in their dedication to using whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic before being expertly fire-grilled on their signature open-flame grills. The result is juicy and flavorful chicken that is hand-cut into your favorite Mexican entrees.

But it's not just the chicken that makes El Pollo Loco stand out. 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 6 states, this restaurant 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 got you covered with their famous family dinners and delicious Mexican entrees. So if you're craving some authentic Mexican food that's cooked slow and served fast, head on over to El Pollo Loco on Garvey Avenue in El Monte - you won't be disappointed!