El Pollo Loco
Quick-service restaurant chain specializing in Mexican-style grilled chicken.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1975
- Employees
- 4,143
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Public
- Listed
- NASDAQ: LOCO
- Subsidiaries
- El Pollo Loco, Inc.
About
El Pollo Loco is a fast‑service Mexican restaurant chain that specializes in citrus‑marinated, fire‑grilled chicken and a menu of authentic L.A.-style Mexican entrees. Since its first opening in 1980, the company has expanded to more than 490 locations across six states, becoming a regional cultural icon. The brand focuses on fresh, innovative dishes and family‑friendly dining experiences, offering catering and online ordering to meet modern consumer convenience. El Pollo Loco’s distinctive flavor profile and commitment to quality set it apart in the competitive quick‑service restaurant market.