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El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a Mexican, chicken restaurant and caterer located in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Their menu features fresh, authentic food made with whole chickens that are slowly marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices, and garlic before being expertly fire-grilled to perfection on their signature open-flame grills. In addition to their famous fire-grilled chicken, they also offer handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings. With over 480 locations across 6 states and a dedication to providing fresh and innovative L.A. Mex cuisine, El Pollo Loco is a cultural benchmark for the best citrus-marinated pollo around.

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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

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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 33953 Doheny Park Rd.
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 33953 Doheny Park Rd.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 33953 Doheny Park Rd and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale Bowl...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 33953 Doheny Park 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 33953 Doheny Park ...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 33953 Doheny Park 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 San Juan Capis...
11/14/2019

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

Address

33953 Doheny Park Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA
92675

To get to the restaurant at Doheny Park Road in San Juan Capistrano using public transport, you can take a bus or train to the nearby San Juan Capistrano Station. From there, you can take a taxi or walk to the restaurant.

If you are driving, take the I-5 and exit at Ortega Highway. Turn onto Doheny Park Road and continue until you reach the restaurant. Parking is available on-site.

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+19492482554

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When it comes to Mexican restaurants, there's nothing quite like the taste of authentic, fire-grilled chicken. And that's exactly what you'll find at El Pollo Loco on Doheny Park Road in San Juan Capistrano. Their dedication to using whole chickens marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic is evident in every bite.

But it's not just the chicken that sets El Pollo Loco apart. They also put the same care and attention into their handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings. And with over 480 locations across 6 states, it's clear that they're doing something right.

Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a family dinner, El Pollo Loco has you covered. Their famous fire-grilled chicken is cooked slow and served fast - always cut-to-order for maximum freshness. So if you're in the mood for some delicious Mexican food with a twist, head on over to El Pollo Loco on Doheny Park Road in San Juan Capistrano. You won't be disappointed!