El Pollo Loco Menu Prices (July 2026)

El Pollo Loco is a fast-food restaurant specializing in fire-grilled chicken and Mexican-inspired foods such as burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. El Pollo Loco prices tend to be between Taco Bell and Chipotle Mexican Grill.

Although El Pollo Loco today serves burritos, tacos, and quesadillas, they originally started primarily with just specially-marinated fire-grilled chicken. In addition, they also offer various salads, bowls, family meals, and a dozen sides.

El Pollo Loco Nutrition

Below are the latest El Pollo Loco menu prices.

El Pollo Loco Value Menu: Food Under $5

Chicken A La Carte: $3.09
Cheese Quesadilla: $3.29
BRC Burrito®: $3.99
Chicken Taco al Carbon: $3.99
Chicken Avocado Taco: $4.89

How El Pollo Loco Compares

Chain	Typical item price	Cheapest main	Items tracked	Updated
Raising Cane's	$2.69	The 3 Finger Combo $9.59	25	July 2026
Bojangles	$4.41	Sausage Biscuit $1.29	80	July 2026
Pollo Regio	$4.59	Chicken Tenders 2 PC $6.89	52	July 2026
Krispy Krunchy Chicken	$5.99	Chicken Nuggets $5.99	25	August 2026
Golden Chick	$6.20	Fried Apple Empanada $3.09	63	July 2026
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken	$6.49	Gizzards $2.99	71	July 2026
Nando's	$6.49	Chicken Breast Sandwich $11.69	100	August 2026
El Pollo Loco	$6.69	Chicken A La Carte $3.09	65	July 2026

Prices are from each chain's benchmark location; see each page for full menus. And 21 more chicken chains.

Featured

Item	Price
Queso Loaded QuesadillaA warm flour tortilla loaded with citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, a generous portion of melted Jack cheese, our warm and cheesy queso blanco, crunchy tortilla strips and our signature creamy cilantro sauce, wrapped up and grilled to go. Combo served with chips, salsa and a regular drink.	$11.49
Street Corn Loaded QuesadillaA warm flour tortilla loaded with citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, a generous portion of melted Jack cheese, corn and red peppers, crumbled cotija cheese, chili lime seasoning and our signature creamy chipotle sauce for a kick, wrapped up and grilled to go. Combo served with chips, salsa and a regular drink.	$11.49
BBQ Black BeansSlow-simmered black beans with a touch of sweet and smoky BBQ.	$6.39

The cheapest Featured item is the BBQ Black Beans at $6.39. Prices run to $11.49 across 3 priced items at this Bakersfield location.

Quesadillas and Nachos

Item	Price
Salsa Verde QuesadillaA warm flour tortilla filled with a generous portion of melted, finely shredded Jack cheese, citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, and our signature avocado salsa. The tortilla is then folded and grilled to seal in all the flavors. Served with handmade guacamole for dipping. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$10.79
Creamy Chipotle QuesadillaA warm flour tortilla filled with a generous portion of melted, finely shredded Jack cheese, citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, and our signature creamy chipotle sauce, for the perfect kick of heat. The tortilla is then folded and grilled to seal in all the flavors. Served with handmade guacamole for dipping. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$10.79
Shredded Chicken NachosFreshly fried tortilla chips topped with fire-grilled shredded chicken in a mild, roasted-tomato salsa, savory pinto beans, warm cheesy queso sauce with fresh, handmade guacamole, cool sour cream and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$12.99
Cheese QuesadillaA warm flour tortilla filled with a generous portion of shredded Jack cheese, toasted and grilled to seal in all the flavors. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$3.29

The Cheese Quesadilla is the lowest-priced Quesadillas and Nachos item at $3.29 at this Bakersfield location. The 4 priced items range up to $12.99.

Chicken Meals

Item	Price
4pc Half Chicken Meal4 pieces of fire-grilled chicken with a choice of 2 small sides and tortillas.	$16.39
2pc Chicken Leg & Thigh Meal2 pieces of fire-grilled chicken, 2 of your favorite small sides and tortillas. Includes 1 leg & 1 thigh.	$14.69
3pc Chicken Leg & Thigh Meal3 pieces of fire-grilled chicken, 2 small sides and tortillas. Includes leg & thigh.	$15.69
4pc Half Chicken Combo4 pieces of fire-grilled chicken with a choice of 2 small sides and tortillas. Includes chips or tortillas and drink.	$19.89
2pc Chicken Breast & Wing Meal2 pieces of fire-grilled chicken, 2 of your favorite small sides and tortillas. Includes 1 breast & 1 wing.	$15.69
3pc Chicken Breast & Wing Meal3 pieces of fire-grilled chicken, 2 small sides and tortillas. Includes 2 breasts & 1 wing.	$16.69
Chicken A La CarteStill hungry? Add a piece or two of our flame-grilled chicken to your order.	$3.09
Meal For TwoThe perfect meal to share together. Enjoy 4 pieces of fire-grilled chicken (2 legs & 2 thighs), choice of 2 small sides, 2 loco side salads, tortillas, and 2 churros for dessert.	$18.79

The cheapest Chicken Meals item is the Chicken A La Carte at $3.09. The 8 priced items top out at $19.89 at this Bakersfield location.

Family Chicken Meals

Item	Price
8pc Family Meal8 pieces of our famous citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken with your choice of 2 large sides, warm flour tortillas, corn tortillas or tortilla chips and salsa. Serves 3-4 people.	$37.49
16pc Family Meal16 pieces of our famous fire-grilled, citrus-marinated chicken with 4 large sides, warm flour/corn tortillas OR chips and fresh salsa. Serves 7 – 8 people.	$57.49
12pc Family Meal12 delicious pieces of fire-grilled chicken with a choice of 3 large sides, warm tortillas and fresh salsa. Serves 5 – 6 people.	$48.99
8pc Chicken Only8 pieces of deeply marinated, fire-grilled chicken. Add on, create your own meal, add to a recipe or just dig in and enjoy, as is.	$22.69

The cheapest Family Chicken Meals item is the 8pc Chicken Only at $22.69, and prices reach $57.49 across 4 priced items at this Bakersfield location.

Tostadas & Salads

Item	Price
Double Chicken TostadaCrispy fried tostada shell filled with shredded lettuce, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, shredded Jack cheese, freshly-prepared salsa fresca, hand-sliced avocados and cool sour cream, topped with a double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast. Served with creamy cilantro dressing. Dressing not included in calories. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$14.99
Classic TostadaA delicious combination of citrus-marinated chopped chicken, shredded lettuce, pinto beans, rice, shredded jack cheese, sour cream and salsa fresca in a crisp flour tostada shell. Served with creamy cilantro dressing. Dressing not included in calories.	$13.49
Mexican Caesar SaladSuper greens blend with spinach and crisp lettuce topped with a double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, hand-sliced avocados, crumbled cotija cheese, crunchy tortilla strips, chili lime seasoning, and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Served with a new Mexican Caesar dressing. Dressing not included in calories. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$16.39
Street Corn SaladSuper greens blend with spinach and crisp lettuce topped with a double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, hand-sliced avocados, crumbled cotija cheese, corn and red peppers, chili lime seasoning, and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Served with creamy cilantro dressing. Dressing not included in calories. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$16.39

The cheapest Tostadas & Salads item is the Classic Tostada at $13.49. Prices run to $16.39 across 4 priced items at this Bakersfield location.

Bowls

Item	Price
Original Pollo BowlCitrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, with savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, chopped cilantro and onions, and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Combo includes choice of warm tortillas or tortilla chips, salsa, and a regular drink.	$7.89
Double Chicken BowlDouble portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, crisp shredded cabbage, hand-sliced avocados, shredded Jack cheese, cool sour cream, and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$13.99
Grande Chicken Avocado BowlCitrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, crisp shredded cabbage, hand-sliced avocados, shredded Jack cheese, cool sour cream, roasted corn and red peppers, and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$12.89
Street Corn Burrito BowlDouble portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, corn and red peppers, shredded Jack cheese, our signature creamy chipotle sauce, crumbled cotija cheese, handmade guacamole, chopped cilantro and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$16.79
Queso Crunch Burrito BowlDouble portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, warm queso blanco, shredded Jack cheese, handmade guacamole, chopped cilantro and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Served with a side of crunchy tortilla strips. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$16.79

The Original Pollo Bowl is the lowest-priced Bowls item at $7.89 at this Bakersfield location. The 5 priced items range up to $16.79.

Burritos

Item	Price
Chipotle Guacamole Chicken BurritoCitrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, handmade guacamole, creamy chipotle sauce, shredded Jack cheese, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice and crisp shredded cabbage wrapped in a warm flour tortilla and grilled to-go. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$13.99
Queso Guacamole Chicken BurritoFire-grilled, shredded chicken in a mild, roasted-tomato salsa, fresh handmade guacamole, savory pinto beans, diced onions, seasoned rice, warm queso blanco and freshly-prepared salsa fresca, wrapped in a warm flour tortilla and grilled to-go. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$13.99
Guacamole Chicken BurritoCitrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, handmade guacamole, shredded Jack cheese, savory pinto beans, crisp shredded cabbage, freshly-prepared salsa fresca and creamy cilantro sauce wrapped in a warm flour tortilla and grilled to-go. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$13.99
BRC Burrito®Savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, and shredded Jack cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$3.99
Classic Chicken BurritoFire-grilled, shredded chicken in a mild, roasted-tomato salsa, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, and shredded Jack cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$6.69

The cheapest Burritos item is the BRC Burrito® at $3.99. The 5 priced items top out at $13.99 at this Bakersfield location.

Tacos

Item	Price
Shredded Chicken Crunchy TacoA double layer of crunchy, fried corn tortillas filled with fire-grilled shredded chicken in a mild, roasted tomato salsa, shredded lettuce, and shredded Jack cheese. Calories stated per one taco serving. Combo comes with 2 tacos and includes chips, salsa, and regular drink	$5.29
Chicken Avocado TacoWarm flour tortilla filled with citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, shredded lettuce, hand-sliced avocados, freshly- prepared salsa fresca, shredded Jack cheese, and creamy cilantro dressing. Calories stated per one taco serving. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$4.89
Chicken Taco al CarbonWarm corn tortillas filled with citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, diced onions and cilantro. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.	$3.99

The cheapest Tacos item is the Chicken Taco al Carbon at $3.99, and prices reach $5.29 across 3 priced items at this Bakersfield location.

Snacks & Sweets

Item	Price
Caramel FlanCreamy, baked custard dessert with a layer of dark sweet caramel sauce, served chilled and ready to enjoy.	$4.89
Chips & GuacamoleMade fresh daily, our new guacamole is loaded with chunks of avocado and paired with our authentic tortilla chips.	$4.89
1 ChurroDusted in cinnamon sugar and served warm, our churros are perfectly fresh, crispy and delicious.	$3.29
2 ChurrosWhy eat just one Churro when you can get double the deliciousness but not double the price? We call that a sweet deal.	$4.39
Chicken Tortilla SoupHand-prepared daily, with shredded fire-grilled chicken, roasted corn, celery, carrots, roasted poblano peppers, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, Cotija cheese, cilantro and corn tortilla strips.	$7.79
Chips & Queso BlancoOur creamy, indulgent, classic white cheese sauce with crisp, freshly prepared tortilla chips.	$4.89
Chips	$3.59
1 Pack of Tortillas (2)	$0.99

The cheapest Snacks & Sweets item is the 1 Pack of Tortillas (2) at $0.99. Prices run to $7.79 across 8 priced items at this Bakersfield location.

Sides & Sauces

Item	Price
RiceEnriched long-grain rice seasoned with tomatoes, vegetables and seasoning.	$6.39
Pinto BeansWhole pinto beans simmered in their own juices with bits of serrano peppers.	$6.39
Macaroni & CheeseElbow macaroni immersed in a creamy, cheese sauce.	$6.39
Mashed Potatoes and GravyCreamy mashed potatoes seasoned with black pepper and served with rich golden brown chicken gravy.	$6.39
BroccoliFresh broccoli. Gently steamed. Simply delicious.	$6.39
CornCut corn mixed with diced red peppers, lightly coated in a delicate buttery sauce.	$6.39
ColeslawShredded green and red cabbage and shredded carrots combined with a creamy sweet and sour dressing.	$6.39
Loco Side SaladChopped Romaine lettuce blend, crushed chips, cilantro, Cotija cheese. Served with signature creamy cilantro dressing.	$6.39
Creamy Cilantro Dressing	$1.19
Mexican Caesar Dressing	$1.19
House Ranch Dressing	$1.19
Creamy Chipotle Sauce	$0.99
Sour Cream	$0.99
Queso Blanco	$2.29
Guacamole	$4.19

The Creamy Chipotle Sauce is the lowest-priced Sides & Sauces item at $0.99 at this Bakersfield location. The 15 priced items range up to $6.39.

Kids Meals

Item	Price
2pc Chicken Leg Kids Meal2 pieces of our famous citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken with your choice of 1 small side, warm flour tortillas, corn tortillas or tortilla chips, and regular drink. Includes 2 legs.	$9.39
BRC Kids MealSavory pinto beans, seasoned rice, and shredded Jack cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Served with your choice of 1 small side, tortilla chips, and regular drink.	$9.39
Cheese Quesadilla Kids MealA warm flour tortilla filled with a generous portion of shredded Jack cheese, toasted and grilled to seal in all the flavors. Served with choice of 1 small side, tortilla chips and regular drink.	$9.39

Every Kids Meals item is $9.39: all 3 cost the same at this Bakersfield location.

Drinks

Item	Price
Regular Drink	$3.79
Large Drink	$4.39
Bottle Water	$4.29

The cheapest Drinks item is the Regular Drink at $3.79, and prices reach $4.39 across 3 priced items at this Bakersfield location.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the 2pc Chicken Breast & Wing Meal at El Pollo Loco?

The 2pc Chicken Breast & Wing Meal costs $15.69 at El Pollo Loco as of July 2026 – one of 8 items in the Chicken Meals section.

What is the cheapest meal-worthy item at El Pollo Loco?

Setting aside condiments, drinks and extras, the cheapest meal-worthy item on the El Pollo Loco menu is the Chicken A La Carte at $3.09 as of July 2026.

What is the price range at El Pollo Loco?

Prices on the El Pollo Loco menu run from $0.99 to $57.49 as of July 2026, counting everything on the page from single sides up to family-size and catering orders, and half the priced items are $6.69 or less.

How many items are on the El Pollo Loco menu?

The El Pollo Loco menu we track lists 65 items across 12 sections as of July 2026.

Does El Pollo Loco have a value menu?

Yes: 5 items under $5 as of July 2026, starting with the Chicken A La Carte at $3.09. See the value list above.

El Pollo Loco was founded in 1975 in Guasave, Mexico, by Juan Francisco Ochoa. In 1980, the first restaurant in the United States was opened in Los Angeles, California. Three years later, the restaurant chain in the United States was acquired by Denny’s. Today, there are nearly 400 restaurant locations in the US.

The restaurant’s main competitors include Taco Bell, Chipotle Mexican Grill, and Del Taco. El Pollo Loco prices are not the cheapest nor the most expensive in that restaurant category.

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14 Comments

John Collins says:
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Considering that El Pollo Loco has the smallest pieces of chicken ever served in a restaurant, it makes it the most expensive.
And what ever happened to the spiciness? Before Denny’s messed everything up, the chicken used to be spicy. Now it’s bland.
1. cfocri says:
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  I agree the chicken is so small, not worth the cost. I use to live in California and bought El Pollo Loco all the time. It was delicious. But here they bite size, lack in flavor and several times have gotten dried out chicken. What has happen to them?
Gregory Smith says:
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can u add the ultimate Chicken Enchiladas and i think the menu needs updating thanks
Joe Pasquariello says:
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I just purchased 4 pieces of your chicken with no sides in rancho santa margarita and was charged over $7.00!!!
This is an Outrage when I can buy a whole cooked chi Ken at Costco for less!!!!
Why are you charging so much????
1. kyle says:
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  stop complaining and go to costco
Kathy says:
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What is the price of your Chicken by the piece? I didn’t see any price on the menu? I ordered 1 breast & 2 wings; she gave me breast & 2 legs for $6.20? I had to get back to work quickly so couldn’t take it back??
beli says:
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Pls read the menu. . Stop complaining
Chris says:
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I recently moved to the West coast from, the first time that I saw pollo loco I thought it was a sister restaurant to the pollo tropical chain that is in south Florida. Pollo Tropical is 100x’s better than pollo loco, and a hell of a lot cheaper as well.. this just makes me home sick lol
Moe says:
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Just bought a 3 pc. leg meal that comes with 2 sides and 2 tortillas for only $4.63 including tax(CA). I didn’t see this option on their menu. Not a bad deal huh ?
Deon P Kellermann says:
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We loved fire grilled whole chicken and now we will try the Baja shrimp!!
Hal Anthony Janke says:
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your shrimp is deep fried and that kills the flavor, you need to grill your shrimp for more taste and flavor
1. Delores Brown says:
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  People need to learn not to over fry shrimp.
noah says:
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it is way way to much like 20$ for nachos and solals
Barbara says:
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Grill the shrimp, a great flavor if it is not over grilled or cooked.