While some things have changed over the last few decades, El Pollo Loco’s delivery of fresh, authentic food has not. Everything starts with 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 the authentic way – on our signature open-flame grills – then hand cut into your favorite Mexican entrees. We put that same dedication and care into our handmade guacamole, salsas and dressings every day. At El Pollo Loco in Lake Forest,CA, we believe that when real food meets real fire the result is great taste that will keep you coming back again and again.
Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken. Based on 698 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.1 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Drive-through ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
20163 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Phone: (949) 581-5499
Website:
Hours
| Friday |
9 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday |
9 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday |
9 AM–10 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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9 AM–10 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
9 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday |
9 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday |
9 AM–10 PM |
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Reviews
J G
It was busy, 12 pm on a Tuesday, the line to order was almost to the front door.
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Ali Raza
I had heard so much about this chain of restaurant. Finally decided to try it but unfortunately found the chicken to be completely bland. There’s no seasoning or any kind of spices used on it. It’s purely just fire grilled.
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Mary Ann Sakatani
Every time we drive thru the people who work there are so nice. They listen and always get our order right. I appreciate that.
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Marina Chen
Great food at a great value. Really wish this had this chain in Manhattan! Got the family meal for $24 and my family of four was able to eat this over two meals.
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John Aleman
I visited this location multiple time before this review. The staff was friendly most the time. Place was clean. Food… maybe it was the time of day I show up? My visits have all consisted of around 5 pm. The pico and onions in my pollo bowl ALWAYS taste and smell spoiled. Idk if it’s not being kept to temperature all day or what. But even picking it out will ruin the meal. If this location can figure out why this is occurring, it would deserve 4 stars! Fingers crossed here
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Gino H
Food tastes good, same as always. Just small. Like they’re using baby chickens. Almost the size of chicken wings. Service was excellent.
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Shelby Garrison
The food is good but it is always different. A quesadilla one nio night have shredded chicken, the next night not. The tostada might get avocado or sour cream one time but not the next. They also forgot our drinks on the drive thru and don’t really seem to care when you have to park and walk back in to ask for what you paid for.
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juan azpeitia
I would greatly appreciate it if when prompted no tomato sauce because its literally just water and tomato to please leave it out. At this point I know its intentional because I specifically asked no pico de gallo. I get its a job but that doesn’t mean “yeah I care just toss it in” is fine. I asked for green sauce and no tomato sauce and they gave me extra tomato sauce. Thanks
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Chris Stewart
I take my kid here fairly often since he loves the Kid’s BRC burrito combo. I get the 3pc chicken meal and then add some of my chicken to his BRC at the table. Chicken is great, I’m doing low-carbs at the moment so I ditch the tortillas and get broccoli and salad as my sides, very easy.
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gus g
I tried their new birria (shredded beef) crispy tacos. They were quite delicious. I would not have expected this at EPL. And the dipping sauce was seriously awesome. The tortilla was super crispy and undoubtedly fried for our order.
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