Standby for Mexican cuisine with a signature grilled chicken dish plus a special salsa recipe. Based on 987 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
3055 Harding St, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Phone: (760) 729-4858
Website: http://pollosmaria.com/
Hours
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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9 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Dean Demesa
We ordered the #4 – A Little More (chicken combo platter). It comes with rice, beans, tortillas, and salsa. This eatery is a no frills place with some great Mexican charm. There is limited inside seating, but it’s nice to sit at the outside patio when the weather is warm. The service is quick. This is a favorite place to eat when visiting Carlsbad.
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Ram “Esco760” M
Went here because it appeared to be a good place to eat and wanted to try something different than el pollo loco. I am not sure how it gets its good reviews here because I ordered the half chicken special. Everything was on the bland side. Especially the chicken and red salsa. Service was average and so was atmosphere. Anyway I’m sticking with el pollo loco.
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Chris C
Whoa… Didn’t know what to expect but we were unsure of the menu and how much to order… Super helpful and price was beyond reasonable. Will Def come again! Fyi, 3 adults 3 younger kids ate the combo #8 and 2 tacos combo… Full to the brim.
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Michael Yazzie
Just found this restaurant passing through Carlsbad. Outdoor patio, fire pits near the tables, and music made it very inviting. The menu had a great variety to choose from. The staff was friendly and gave great recommendations. We had a chicken bowl, rolled tacos, and a California Burrito. Everything was prepared quickly and tasted delicious. I will definitely be stopping again and highly recommend making a trip to try it out.
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Denisse Antonio
Wow! What a delicious place. I don’t know what I was expecting, but it exceeded all of my expectations. The chicken burrito reminded me of homemade burritos my mom would make when I was growing up. So glad I decided to try this place out. I will be visiting more frequently.
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Sara Rexx
Overall this place is definitely worth a try I could see myself coming back since the prices are fairly decent. We ordered huevos rancheros, chips and salsa, chorizo and egg burrito plus a michilada for under $30. If dinning in I would highly suggest eating inside there seems to be lots of flies outside.
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James Timony
I honestly was really hoping to have an experience like I do when I visit the Inland Empire and have Juan Pollo. I was extremely sad and disappointed. Place was empty when I was there. Cashier was polite and gave good register service. The issue I had was with the food.
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Lorena Arellano
I had the green chicken enchiladas, rice and beans… Really tasty food! The atmosphere has charm, but could be updated a little. Next time I’m passing through I definitely will have the taquito plate… looked really good too
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MOUNTAIN CORAZON
SPLENDID MEAL REMINDING ME OF ONCE LIVING IN PUERTO RICO AND FOR EVERY DAY IT WAS RICE BEANS CHICKENS AND TOSTONES NOW ITS TORTILLAS THE RICE IS FLAVORFUL THE AMBIANCE IS QUAINT WHILE HAVE THE LOCAL FEELING ALWAYS A GOOOD MEAL TO HAVE WHEN SURFING BOOGIE ENDLESSLY I SAY I SHALL MAKE THIS A REGULAR FOR TIME TO COME THANKS POLLA MARIA
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Harriet H
We come here whenever we’re in Carlsbad, CA. Breakfast or lunch/dinner, the food is great. From chorizo and eggs to the delicious roasted chicken, 5-stars!
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