El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a Mexican and chicken restaurant-caterer serving authentic, fire-grilled Mexican entrees made with marinated whole chickens. Handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings are prepared with care every day. Founded in 1980 in Los Angeles, El Pollo Loco has grown to more than 480 locations across six states without compromising their tradition of cooking slow yet serving fast.

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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 6041 La Palma Ave.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 6041 La Palma Ave.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 6041 La Palma Ave and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowls t...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 6041 La Palma 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!

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 6041 La Palma Ave ...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 6041 La Palma Ave 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 Buena Park.
11/14/2019

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

Address

6041 La Palma Avenue
Buena Park, CA
90620

Directions to La Palma Avenue in Buena Park:

Public Transport: Take the Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA) bus and get off at the La Palma-Buena Park Metrolink Station. From there, walk east on La Palma Avenue.

Driving/Parking: From the I-5 freeway, take the La Palma Avenue exit and head west. For parking, there are several options along La Palma Avenue and nearby streets.

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 12am
Tuesday 9:30am - 12am
Wednesday 9:30am - 12am
Thursday 9:30am - 12am
Friday 9:30am - 12am
Saturday 9:30am - 12am
Sunday 9:30am - 12am

Telephone

+17145237180

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their delicious and authentic cuisine, and El Pollo Loco on La Palma Avenue in Buena Park is no exception. What sets El Pollo Loco apart from other Mexican restaurants is their dedication to using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods.

At El Pollo Loco, everything starts with whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices, and garlic. The chicken is then expertly fire-grilled on their signature open-flame grills to perfection. This results in juicy and flavorful chicken that is hand-cut into your favorite Mexican entrees.

But it's not just the chicken that's amazing at El Pollo Loco. They also put the same dedication and care into their handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings every day. These sides perfectly complement the main dishes and add an extra burst of flavor to every bite.

El Pollo Loco has been serving up delicious food since 1980 when they opened their first American location in Los Angeles. Today, they have over 480 locations across six states, but they still maintain their commitment to providing customers with fresh and innovative L.A. Mex.

If you're looking for a Mexican restaurant that delivers on taste and quality, look no further than El Pollo Loco on La Palma Avenue in Buena Park. Their famous fire-grilled chicken cooked slow and served fast will keep you coming back again and again for more.