El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a Mexican and chicken restaurant located in Los Angeles,CA which offers fresh, authentic Mexican entrees made from slowly marinated whole chickens that are expertly fire-grilled on signature open-flame grills. They also serve handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings daily. Established in 1980, El Pollo Loco has grown into more than 480 restaurants across six states by providing customers with fresh and innovative LA Mex food.

Recent social media posts

let’s see who’s really tapped in
07/30/2026

let’s see who’s really tapped in

07/29/2026

it really is that serious

our chicken breast has feelings too🥲
07/28/2026

our chicken breast has feelings too🥲

07/28/2026

Loco Days🔥Backyard BBQ Challenge🔥Spend $25 & get $5 off *. 
☀️Fire’s lit, tunes on, friends around the grill, and sides are done – a backyard BBQ is a summer must.
Complete all 4 Summer Must Challenges in our Loco Rewards app by Aug 10 to be entered to win an iHeartRadio Music Festival Experience. LocoDays.com or link in bio
 
*No Purchase or Restaurant Visitation Necessary to Enter. AZ/CA/CO/LA/NV/NM/TX/UT/WA, 18+. Sweepstakes ends 8/10/26. See link in bio for Official Rules.

07/27/2026

first date, kinda nervous...😓

it adds up 😉
07/22/2026

it adds up 😉

07/21/2026

it’s Tuesday - we always got you. 🫶

any 2 tacos for $5.

07/21/2026

Loco Days🔥Road Trip Challenge🔥Buy any Quesadilla & get $5 off*. 

☀️Tunes on, windows down, wind in your hair, and a quesadilla in hand – a road trip is a summer must.

Complete all 4 Summer Must Challenges in our Loco Rewards app by Aug 10 to be entered to win an iHeartRadio Music Festival Experience.** LocoDays.com or link in bio.
 

*Get $5 off a $20 order for Loco Rewards members. Limit 1 per person. Tax extra. Valid at participating locations/channels only.

**No Purchase or Restaurant Visitation Necessary to Enter. AZ/CA/CO/LA/NV/NM/TX/UT/WA, 18+. Sweepstakes ends 8/10/26. See link in bio for Official Rules.

… until next time…
07/20/2026

… until next time…

07/17/2026

🤭

mexican caesar dressing ✅

07/16/2026

we absolutely demolished that😌

07/16/2026

🌶🔥tap this loco tostada unlock.
 
Double Chicken Tostada + Tapatio Creamy Cilantro Dressing. 10 taps of Tapatio, shake, dig in.

instant red card
07/15/2026

instant red card

07/14/2026

mac and cheese and I are like this 🤞

07/14/2026

Loco Days🔥Pool Day Challenge🔥Buy any Tostada & get $5 off*.

☀️Sunglasses on, sun’s out, towel ready, and stacked tostada at the ready – a pool day is a summer must.

Complete all 4 Summer Must Challenges in our Loco Rewards app by Aug 10 to be entered to win an iHeartRadio Music Festival Experience. LocoDays.com **



*Get $5 off a $20 order for Loco Rewards members. Limit 1 per person. Tax extra. Valid at participating locations/channels only.

**No Purchase or Restaurant Visitation Necessary to Enter Loco Days Challenge. AZ/CA/CO/LA/NV/NM/TX/UT/WA, 18+. Sweepstakes ends 8/10/26. See link in bio for Official Rules.

07/13/2026

only .00001% can catch the broccoli🤫
 
send your screenshots below

all roads lead to loco…
07/10/2026

all roads lead to loco…

07/09/2026

five options - but only one right choice 💬
where is your next bite?
 
Street Corn Loaded Quesadillas 👀

07/08/2026

GIVEAWAY☀️Because is it even summer without a Perfecto Picnic? Good friends, great food and all the new gear you need. We’re giving one lucky winner up with more than $500 in prizes to make your next summer picnic perfecto.

You could win:

🍗 El Pollo Loco $200 Gift Card
❄️ Igloo Coolers Tag Along Too Spinner Cooler
🥑 Sand Cloud Avocado Party Blanket

Enter over on our Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/p/Daia9j9uja0/

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.

07/07/2026

raise your hand if you’ve had the BBQ Black Beans ❤️‍🔥🙋

this and not having to choose between stopping for coffee or food 🥲 *Horchata Coffee available at participating location...
07/02/2026

this and not having to choose between stopping for coffee or food 🥲

 
*Horchata Coffee available at participating locations only. Check availability with our Horchata tracker linked in our bio 🫶

my love for pollo loco reaches new heights every day
07/01/2026

my love for pollo loco reaches new heights every day

these items have been living rent free in our head all week 😌what’s on your mind? *Horchata Coffee available at particip...
06/30/2026

these items have been living rent free in our head all week 😌
what’s on your mind?
 
*Horchata Coffee available at participating locations only. Check availability with our Horchata tracker linked in our bio 🫶

06/25/2026

🔥 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🔥

With the drop of our new ultra-portable menu items also comes a new giveaway!

Hold it like it’s hot: our NEW Queso and Street Corn Loaded Quesadillas, and sweet and creamy Chatacoffees are perfect for whatever your summer activities include. And we’re hooking up 10 fans with a $50 e-gift card to try them! How to enter:
 
• Follow El Pollo Loco
• Tag a few friends who need EPL on-the-go this summer
• Share this post in your Stories (we’ll check)


Your Instagram profile must be public. Sweepstakes ends on Sunday, July 5, 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.

06/23/2026

Why editing is so important... 🫪

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 912 N Vermont Ave.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 912 N Vermont Ave.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 912 N Vermont Ave and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls t...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 912 N Vermont 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 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 912 N Vermont Ave ...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 912 N Vermont Ave and pick up our Holiday Family Dinner, including our famous fire-grilled chicken, 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

Address

912 N Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
90027

To get to the restaurants located on N Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles, you can take public transport such as the metro bus or subway, which has stops nearby. Alternatively, you can drive and park at one of the parking lots available in the area. For those taking public transport, you can take either the Red Line or Purple Line metro subway to the Vermont/Wilshire station, which is about a 10-minute walk away from the restaurants. If you prefer taking a metro bus, there are several routes that pass by N Vermont Avenue, including 204 and 754. Those driving can enter N Vermont Avenue via Wilshire Boulevard or Hollywood Boulevard and look for parking in one of the nearby garages or lots.

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 11pm
Tuesday 9am - 11pm
Wednesday 9am - 11pm
Thursday 9am - 11pm
Friday 9am - 11pm
Saturday 9am - 11pm
Sunday 9am - 11pm

Telephone

+13236607900

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when El Pollo Loco posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Share

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 N Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles. This restaurant has been delivering delicious meals for decades, and they haven't lost their touch.

One of the standout features of El Pollo Loco is their dedication to using whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices, and garlic. This slow marination process ensures that every bite is bursting with flavor. And when it comes time to cook the chicken, they do it the authentic way - on their signature open-flame grills. The result? Perfectly grilled chicken that's hand-cut into your favorite Mexican entrees.

But it's not just about the chicken at El Pollo Loco. They also put a lot of care and attention into their handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings. Every day, they work hard to ensure that every ingredient is fresh and flavorful.

It's no wonder that El Pollo Loco has become an LA mainstay over the past four decades. With more than 480 restaurants across six states, this restaurant has truly made a name for itself in the world of Mexican cuisine.

So if you're looking for a delicious meal that's cooked slow and served fast, head on over to El Pollo Loco on N Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles. You won't be disappointed!