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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 Santa Maria,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.
Hours
| Friday | 9:30 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 9:30 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 305 Betteravia Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone: (805) 347-1201
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Mr. AM805
Just got my tacos, the tortillas were so cold they fell apart the chicken was barely warm. Very small portion of meat as well. Not coming back again.
… moreCleona Bautista
Below is my review from 2 years ago! But today it’s different!!!
This evening we came for dinner and dined in! Farm cry from my last review because it’s changed so much, and that should not be. A chain food place should stay consists. But today I don’t have a good review to offer. We ordered a Meal for 2 and the photos of what we ordered showed 2 legs and 2 thighs, and 2 sides, and 2 churros, and 2 side salads.
What we got was 1 plate with broccoli and the chicken. Then on the other tray the 2 side salads and the churros , the salads had a beer light splash of dressing (unlike the advertised photos). No extra plate even though it was 2 meals. Oh and 2 plastic bags with corn tortillas. So the salad dressing was not even close to being enough so my husband went up and asked for some dressing, they said they had to charge $1.08 for the dressing, he explained that there was very little dressing on the Saks. He was told that it is portioned and that’s all you can have unless you pay for more! I can tell you for sure that is a LIE because with 2 salads and one of them had 1 and 1/2 more dressing than the other, so portioned is not possible!! Lies!!!
So he paid the $1.08 for the extra dressing. I told him not to ask for the second plate, they would probably want $$$$.
The chicken skin was so soft that when I took a bite it felt like I was eating uncooked skin, yuk!
I spit it out. The churros were good. There was not enough broccoli for 2 people so it wasn’t 2 sides of broccoli … so I will remember if I come back I will order 2 different sides.
Needless to say, not a good experience today.
I have owned and operated 3 restaurants in the past. So I am passionately about eating out and how the advertise etc… I never misled my customers and I never had a complaint.
2 years ago I made this review with a 5 star rating:
Cooked just like I asked them to! This next time in the Santa Maria El Pollo Loco, the rice was hard and i could not eat it. But the rest was good.
… moreThis evening we came for dinner and dined in! Farm cry from my last review because it’s changed so much, and that should not be. A chain food place should stay consists. But today I don’t have a good review to offer. We ordered a Meal for 2 and the photos of what we ordered showed 2 legs and 2 thighs, and 2 sides, and 2 churros, and 2 side salads.
What we got was 1 plate with broccoli and the chicken. Then on the other tray the 2 side salads and the churros , the salads had a beer light splash of dressing (unlike the advertised photos). No extra plate even though it was 2 meals. Oh and 2 plastic bags with corn tortillas. So the salad dressing was not even close to being enough so my husband went up and asked for some dressing, they said they had to charge $1.08 for the dressing, he explained that there was very little dressing on the Saks. He was told that it is portioned and that’s all you can have unless you pay for more! I can tell you for sure that is a LIE because with 2 salads and one of them had 1 and 1/2 more dressing than the other, so portioned is not possible!! Lies!!!
So he paid the $1.08 for the extra dressing. I told him not to ask for the second plate, they would probably want $$$$.
The chicken skin was so soft that when I took a bite it felt like I was eating uncooked skin, yuk!
I spit it out. The churros were good. There was not enough broccoli for 2 people so it wasn’t 2 sides of broccoli … so I will remember if I come back I will order 2 different sides.
Needless to say, not a good experience today.
I have owned and operated 3 restaurants in the past. So I am passionately about eating out and how the advertise etc… I never misled my customers and I never had a complaint.
2 years ago I made this review with a 5 star rating:
Cooked just like I asked them to! This next time in the Santa Maria El Pollo Loco, the rice was hard and i could not eat it. But the rest was good.
Angel Pascual
Food was excellent! I love their chicken it’s so juicy. The burrito is soo yummy. Affordable and delicious!
… moreGIDEON ADAME
The food is really good. I get the double Chicken Tostada and it’s so good, I keep coming back for more .
… moreAlexis Vieira
Dead fly in my salad. Come on now. I love these salads and I’m completely grossed out. Now I am turned off from eating here until who knows when.
… morealpha hawk
Great attention and excellent service from friendly staff and very good food !!!
… moreluis Martinez
Came to this location and my chicken breast had a clear film under the skin wich was also soggy. I wouldn’t recommend.
… moreArturo Herrera
Good food, just seemed over priced now. Bit good flavor.
… moreTreva Bowman
Love the chicken tortilla soup and tacos. The soup is superb! Suggest you add avocados and sour cream, and you got yourself a meal. The service via drive thru is top-notch! The chicken is great also if you’re looking for a non-fried healthier choice. You can’t go wrong with their sides, beans, rice, my favorite. Cole slaw, hit or miss!
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