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 Ventura,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 655 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Drive-through ✔️ No-contact delivery

Address:
1722 S Victoria Ave suite a, Ventura, CA 93003
Phone: (805) 654-1723
Website:
Hours
| Friday |
10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday |
10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday |
10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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10 AM–9:30 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday |
10 AM–9:30 PM |
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Reviews
Eduardo Ramos
I truly enjoyed my meal at this restaurant, usually I tend to take my food to go, but the cleanliness of this establishment made me stay and enjoy my meal in the dining area. Staff were incredibly welcoming, The chicken was very moist and delicious, which I know is hard to do with breast. I will definitely be coming back to this location!
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Diana & Carlos Higuera
Stopped by for a quick bite .. picked up some delicious chicken to go and stopped by their restroom. The restrooms are well kept, although they have some leak when u flush but overall it was clean. The location is also very well kept and it has a nice outdoor patio to eat. Got a 4 piece combo with broccoli … so far it is the only thing my husband can have with his current health condition but he loves it every time we go out and need something to eat. always so yummy and delicious
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SJ
Love the chicken but what happened to the salsa bar? Without salsa the chicken is dry AF. Be sure to check your pickup bags, they don’t even bother to include any salsa anymore. If they do the containers are infant size
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kori beth Hiser
No drive thru so walked in ordered the double chicken avocado tostada to go. It was good. The chicken was delicious I just didn’t like the rice in it I would have liked some lettuce instead, next time.. The CHURRO’S are very yummy, 2 in each order so perfect to share!
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Jonathan Jones
Most often the chicken is fresh and juicy. It’s a good deal in this day and age with inflation. You get a meal for around $10. I try and stick to the chicken and loco salad. I will continue eating here for lunch as long as they stay fresh!
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S Hernandez
Great fast, friendly service!
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Nancy Renteria
The past 4 times I’ve either ate there or tryed to eat there it’s always something, they ran out of certain Sides, the Card Reader was down, the System went down another time and this last time they had no straws and no salad dressing we order a family combo that came with a salad they didn’t let use substitute the salad for another side and they know there was no dressing. I hope next time it’s a better experience.
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Chris Harris
No Drive through but not really busy, Very good employees that are polite. Great prices
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John S
The food has gone down in quality significantly. The manager is very disrespectful not only to the customers but his employees as well. I noticed a real change back in April 2023 nothing’s been right ever since.
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Joseph Schleich
We eat at El Polo Loco and they are good . This one was a good place to get off the road for awhile.
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