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El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco is a popular Mexican and chicken restaurant also offering catering services in Pacoima, CA. They are known for their signature open-flame grilling of whole chickens that are marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices, and garlic. In addition to their famous fire-grilled chicken, they also serve delicious handmade guacamole, salsas, and dressings every day. El Pollo Loco has been providing customers with authentic and fresh L.A. Mex since it opened its doors in 1980, and now has over 480 locations across six states. Their commitment to real food meeting real fire ensures great taste that will keep you coming back for more.

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06/23/2026

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06/22/2026

new loaded quesadillas coming 6.25

(available tomorrow with early access through Loco Rewards 🤫)

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

Show your support by voting for El Pollo Loco as Best Restaurant for Quick, Healthy Food for the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards! All it takes is ONE CLICK.

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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 9800 Laurel Canyon Bl...
12/11/2019

Traditions are best shared around the table. Enjoy our Holiday Family Dinner tonight, available at 9800 Laurel Canyon Blvd.

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 9800 Laurel Canyon Blvd and pick up one of our Holiday Tamale B...
12/09/2019

Your favorite holiday tradition just got better. Stop by 9800 Laurel Canyon Blvd 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 Pacoima. Stop in or order deliver...
11/26/2019

We invite you to enjoy Thanksgiving with our family. We’re open on Thanksgiving Day in Pacoima. 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 9800 Laurel Canyon...
11/18/2019

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the ones you love this holiday season. Head over to 9800 Laurel Canyon Blvd and pick up our Holiday Family Dinner, including our famous fire-grilled chicken, 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

Address

9800 Laurel Canyon Boulevard
Pacoima, CA
91331

To reach the Mexican restaurant and chicken restaurant at Laurel Canyon Boulevard in Pacoima, you can take bus number 224 or 734 to the intersection of Laurel Canyon Boulevard and Terra Bella Street. From there, it's just a short walk to the restaurant.

Alternatively, if you're driving, take the 5 freeway and exit at Sheldon Street. Keep right at the fork and follow signs for Laurel Canyon Boulevard. Turn left onto Laurel Canyon Boulevard and the restaurant will be on your right. There is ample parking available in the lot next to the restaurant.

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 11pm
Tuesday 9am - 11pm
Wednesday 9am - 11pm
Thursday 9am - 11pm
Friday 9am - 11pm
Saturday 10am - 11pm
Sunday 10am - 11pm

Telephone

+18188978968

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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 Laurel Canyon Boulevard in Pacoima. This restaurant takes pride in their delivery of delicious meals made from whole chickens that are slowly marinated in a special recipe of herbs, spices, fruit juices and garlic. The chicken is then expertly fire-grilled to perfection on their signature open-flame grills and hand-cut into your favorite Mexican entrees.

But it's not just the chicken that's worth raving about at El Pollo Loco. They also put the same dedication and care into their handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. And with over 480 locations across 6 states, this restaurant has become a cultural benchmark for L.A. Mex cuisine.

Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a family dinner, El Pollo Loco has got you covered with their famous fire-grilled chicken that's cooked slow and served fast - always cut-to-order. So if you're in the mood for some mouth-watering Mexican food, head over to El Pollo Loco on Laurel Canyon Boulevard in Pacoima and experience the taste of real food meeting real fire. You won't be disappointed!