El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a popular chicken shop, chicken restaurant, caterer and Mexican restaurant based in Santa Ana, CA. The restaurant's secret to success is its slow fire-grilling of whole chickens marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic, which are then hand cut into your favorite Mexican entrees. El Pollo Loco also serves handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. Since 1980, El Pollo Loco has grown into more than 480 restaurants across 6 states--providing customers with fresh and innovative L.A. Mex that will keep you coming back again and again.

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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 1720 E Edinger Ave.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 1720 E Edinger Ave.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 1720 E Edinger Ave and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls ...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 1720 E Edinger 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 Santa Ana. Stop in or order deliv...
11/26/2019

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in Santa Ana. 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 1720 E Edinger Ave...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 1720 E Edinger Ave and pick up our Holiday Family Dinner, including our famous fire-grilled chicken, 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

Address

1720 E Edinger Avenue
Santa Ana, CA
92705

Directions to E Edinger Avenue in Santa Ana via Public Transport:
- Take the bus or train to the nearest station
- From there, transfer to the nearest bus line that stops at S. Main Street & E. McFadden Ave.
- Walk towards the east on E. McFadden Ave. until you reach S. Broadway St.
- Turn right onto S. Broadway St., then continue walking until you arrive at E. Edinger Avenue.

Directions to E Edinger Avenue in Santa Ana via Car:
- Head south on I-5 S and exit at Grand Ave.
- Turn right onto N Grand Ave, then turn left onto E McFadden Ave.
- After 2 miles, turn right onto S Broadway St., then continue driving until you arrive at E Edinger Avenue.

Parking options:
There are various parking spots along the side of the road, as well as several parking lots nearby where you can park your car for a fee.

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+17142590399

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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 Edinger Avenue in Santa Ana. This restaurant takes pride in delivering the best fire-grilled chicken that is marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic. The result is a juicy and flavorful chicken that is cut-to-order and served fast.

But it's not just the chicken that makes El Pollo Loco stand out. They also put the same dedication and care into their handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. You can taste the freshness in every bite.

What's more impressive is that El Pollo Loco has been delivering this level of quality for almost four decades. Since opening their first American location in Los Angeles in 1980, they have grown to over 480 restaurants across six states. And yet, they still maintain their tradition of slow-cooking their famous fire-grilled chicken and serving it fast.

If you're looking for a delicious Mexican meal that will keep you coming back again and again, look no further than El Pollo Loco on Edinger Avenue in Santa Ana. Their commitment to fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods make them a standout among Mexican restaurants.