Great food. Great prices. Check this place out if you are in the area. Got the chicken and steak street tacos. Full of meat with great seasoning. Staff was nice and prompt. I'd recommend read more

El Pollo Correteado - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This is a definitive roast chicken gem. It's a tiny place, in true "hole-in-the-wall" fashion. It's in a questionable part of town and nothing fancy to look at. But it's about as good as fire-roasted chicken gets. When you approach, the unmistakable waft of mesquite smoke fills your senses. This chicken is roasted over an open mesquite fire, giving it a special flavor that you'll never get at the corporate chicken joints. Your choices are a 1/2 chicken, or a full chicken. They also Offer beef ribs. You can pick from several sides, and I recommend the rice, beans, and the macaroni salad. They're all amazing. Your chicken is served hot off the grill with an ENORMOUS side of corn tortillas (you can get flour too) and a heap of salsa. They have several to pick from (the green is amazing). So you take. Steaming hot tortilla, add some rice and beans and chicken, then top with salsa, roasted jalapeños (which are, themselves, to die for), pickled onions. Wrap it all up, take a full bite, and prepare to be blown away. It's hot, moist, tender, and the mesquite sends it out of this world. This is the chicken you'd eat after a long day out in the fields or wrangling cattle. It's simple, tasty, and comforting. The best I've had. So if you're craving some real fire roasted chicken and pollo loco is the only sad option you can think of, try pollo correteado. You can't go wrong. Come early or come Off-hours (like at 3pm). The place gets PACKED and has like 3 tables. You can eat outside if it's not Arizona-hot. Some misters provide a little respite from the heat. Stupendous chicken. The real deal. read more

El Pollo Correteado is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed by the warm smiles of their incredibly friendly staff who genuinely make you feel at home. The aroma of chicken grilling over a mesquite fire is irresistible and promises a delicious meal. Their chicken is simply outstanding--juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection with that authentic mesquite smoky taste that's hard to find anywhere else. Not to mention, they generously provide plenty of fresh tortillas that pair perfectly with the succulent chicken, making each bite unforgettable. A quick tip: definitely arrive early because this local favorite fills up fast, and for very good reason. Trust me, it's worth the early visit. I'll certainly be returning soon! read more

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Great tasting chicken! Nice staff working there. Parking is very tight, hit n miss on space.

The BEST CHICKEN EVER!!! Come try it! I recommend it all the way. The place is small seats are limited, but you will not be disappointed.. Rich. Infante So CA read more

El Pollo Correteado - Front door - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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The best chicken I have ever ate! Hands down! The service and ambience top tier! Would highly recommend! The flavor of the chicken is nothing like I've ever tried before. The ribs are full of meat and flavor with a side of the habanero sauce can't go wrong with these amazing flavors read more

The food was very good some of it beans and salsa were to spicy for me but others that were with us liked it

Super clean inside. Very busy but you are in and out within 10 minutes. Great service and even better food! read more

El Pollo Correteado - Full Chicken - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

They just opened about a month ago. They remove the outside dining so the only place you can dine was the inside. They have a long line for takeouts so you know you're money is worth it. The chicken is really flavorful and you can add salsa for free!! They also have a small dessert menu. I just don't like there macaroni salad cause it's salty for me. I gave so many chances for the macaroni salad but it's really not me. We always come back here once a month so it's definitely worth to try. read more

If you get today chicken it's very good ... don't go till later in afternoon when fresh is coming off ... I been going just after opening and you get yesterday chicken heated up in microwave... you can definitely tell if that chicken was cooked the same day ... this is bad business owners... better resolve this ... iam not the only one at my office that feels the same way ... read more

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST FOOD EVER!!!! The grilled chicken, macaroni salad, whole beans, tortillas and sides are the BEST I've ever had!! Everyone is so nice, and helpful....we travel just over 27 miles to eat lunch here. Well worth the trip every time! read more

Went two days ago for lunch ate inside had 1/2 chicken went home and 2 hours later I couldn't stop throwing up was dizzy and dry heaving but the chicken was delicious could have the salsa,hot peppers or tortillas but it was the only thing I ate that day. I won't be back read more

In an area of town filled with used tire stores and lots piled high with rusting cars seems like an unlikely spot to find some of the best chicken in town- but believe me- it's true! This place is strictly a takeaway spot. Make sure to get the whole chicken or you will surely regret it - the salsa, pickled onions,etc. are delicious, as are the tortillas. The beans are also good- didn't try the rice. Very small menu- this place is for chicken lovers only! The chicken is marinated and then cooked over Mesquite wood which gives it a wonderful flavor- the two of us managed to eat almost the entire bird - so be warned- you may want two! read more

Very flavorful and healthy . The staff was fast and friendly the best grilled chicken I've had .

Very good Mexican bbq. I've been here twice while working in the Phoenix area. Best grilled chicken I have found in the area. read more

El Pollo Correteado - 1/2 chicken plate - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Closed for remodeling; cerrado remodelando. Other than it being closed this place has the best grilled chicken and ribs. But it's closed right now. read more

El Pollo Correteado is a small bare bones casual fast food shack that serves mesquite charcoal cooked chicken. Inside is only three tables but they also offer some bench seating outside. You walk up to the counter and order either a half chicken ($6.57 April 2018 pricing). or a whole chicken. We ordered half chickens. Our chicken came with pickled onions, hot chili peppers, lemon, salsa and a stack of seven tortillas each. I received a delicious but funny looking half chicken. My half chicken had three legs and two thighs. My husband's half chicken also had three legs, two thighs and part of a breast. The chicken was delicious and moist by it's self.....But you have to squirt it with lemon and try it in the fresh corn tortillas with all the toppings to get the full experience. Besides the chicken they sell a few sides such as beans, macaroni salad and mashed potatoes. I saw a sign for a ten piece special too. This isn't a fancy place. I don't think anyone would ever take a date here but the Chicken is delicious and our meals were only $6.57 each! read more

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Amazing place, chicken is soo tasty n very tender. It will literally fall off the bone good, small place, indoor and outdoor dining with awnings. Small parking, simple menu, the ribs are good also. Service is good! read more

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Amazing chicken and ribs. Thought it was a little pricy at first but they definitely give you your moneys worth. Will be back for sure!

Yummmmmmmmmm!!!!! Best chicken ever Great staff So fast and not expensive !!!!!!!!!'mmmmmm read more

When you're hungry for grilled chicken, fresh corn tortillas, this is the place to go. It's cut up on the spot, loaded into your to go container, and you decide if you want to have a piece or two on the way home...its that good. read more

I saw a sign that they have ribs now too but I always just go right for the half-chicken order. It's what they do and they do it very well. The chicken is always delicious and you get a load of tortillas with your order. The service is quick, the food is good, and the prices are right. What more is there to ask? read more

I'm back to a mostly low carb diet. There aren't a ton of options while eating out (that taste good, anyways!) on a low carb diet. Back in San Diego, when I was trying to lose some pounds, my go to low carb meal was grilled chicken. There were a handful of REALLY GOOD spots where I could get my chicken fix. So far, here in Phoenix, I found one real good spot and a few ok spots. Decided to try my hand at El Pollo Correteado. Driving down McDowell, you can't miss the bright orange spot...right off 29th. I walked in and placed my order for a half chicken and a bottle of water. Total was around $9.50. The guy grabbed my condiments (lemons, pickled onions, jalapenos and salsa), my bag of corn tortillas and then put my styrofoam container of chicken on the tray. Here is how it was............ Half Chicken- When I opened my container, I noticed that this 1/2 bird was a little bit skimp. It almost seemed like half of a half of a chicken. Taste was fine...good grilled crispy skin, citrus marinated flavors and the chicken was moist. The condiments were great too. I loved the pickled onions and their salsa (reminded me of Titos salsa...a bit runny but very fresh). I loved the fact that they give you about 8 corn tortillas, too. I'm not supposed to be eating carbs, but I couldn't resist and had a few of the tortillas. I made myself some mini tacos. Anyways....I finished my meal and was out. Overall, I thought everyhing was ok. The chicken was a tad skimp for the price though and this place is pretty deep away from where I live/work so I don't think I will be returning anytime soon. If you live in the area though, and want some good tasting grilled pollo, this is a good spot to come to. Good for Phoenix, but my spots in San Diego are much better! read more

El Pollo Correteado - Good taste, skimp though.  Great condiments (salsa and pickled onions) though! Bag of corn tortillas peeking out from the back. - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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This is the best chicken joint in Phoenix. Love it love it love it I want more of it. Besides are delicious and the tortillas are fresh

So like a lot of Phoenicians, was looking for something comparable to Pollo Lucas in Rocky Point and this wasn't too bad. It definitely satisfied the craving as the chicken was juicy and charred and they provided plenty of tortillas. read more

I got this twice different days. One day I got everything Mac salad, mashed potatoes and chicken. The Mac salad was overly salty, the mashed potatoes had a weird plastic flavor, the chicken was decent that day. Two days later I went back just because the beans and chicken were good but the chicken was overly salty this time. Girl up front was also rude and sold my order before I got there. read more

Small place but the food is awesome! The chicken is full of flavor and the sides are delicious! Don't let e outside stop you from coming in ! The prices are good for the amount of food you get read more

Omg anytime I drive down McDowell rd. On my way home I can smell the chicken and it was driving me nuts. Smelled so delicious, I finally caved in and stopped swung by, definitely did not disappoint. read more

Some of the best chicken I have ever had. Definitely the best salsa I've eaten. Love this place!!!

Food is great but a huge "BUT" When you order the special of 10 pieces for 11 bucks plus tax on the window. To cut the thigh pieces in half, I am sorry but that is complete fucking bullshit. I don't know if they do that shit in Latin America to up the numbers. But that was the most deceptive fucking horseshit I have ever witnessed at any restaurant my entire life. Some of those thighs might have been split into 3rds. no joke. Came out in my estimate to about 6 or 7 pieces. Legs weren't split. So the deal is 6 or 7 pieces for 12 bucks out the door. Now is it that great of a deal? Not really. How about the food. Only thing that saved this place is the food is great. Good solid El Pollo Loco chicken flavor, but actually tasted better grilled over actual mesquite wood. You get corn torillas. A bunch. Also get a good salsa that has a hint of carrot flavor that beat El Pollo Loco, and a couple jalapenos that were deep fried and had a type of soy sauce flavor on them, some lemons and pickled onions. Honestly it was a great change of pace from El Pollo Loco. But and I mean a huge BUT. Cutting pieces in half is in a way false advertising and stealing from the customer. Will I ever go back. Maybe or maybe not. I haven't decided yet. read more

El Pollo Correteado - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Chicken is pretty good and the sides are good too. The chicken is better though because they just have mashed potatoes, beans and this Mexican style soup salad... I went there last week and I liked the benches they had outside. If you are craving chicken go there because it's 100 times better than pollo loco read more

My family drove 25mibs to get some Great ribs and chicken. Often busy. Parking is a bit difficult. Might have park a block away

Chicken is awesome. The sides are great. This place is outstanding. Ribs are very good fall of the bone. My favorite thing here is that salsa bomb with a side of kick. This place does it well need to try. Take cash there's a charge for swiping. read more

Execelent highly recommended, the chicken and the ribs are perfect the pasta salad it's delicious

Excellent grilled chicken and tortillas at a good price point. Simple menu nothing fancy great salsa. They usually have fast service at lunch time and the chicken seems freshly grilled. Downgraded one star because they charge $1 to use plastic. Not cool during the pandemic or any other time for that matter. read more

I'm so happy I found a place that sells amazing roasted chicken for my tacos and salads. Don't go to Safeway, Vons or Sprouts for your chicken people! This is the one! read more

The chicken is good but the staff is horrible. Took my money and said nothing, not hi, bye, thank you. The lady had an attitude and didn't tell me it was an extra dollar for debit. Like who charges a dollar for using a card. Cashier seemed bothered and I asked very calmly and politely. She didn't even thank me or greet me after I was done. read more

Omg. This chicken is freaking delicious. The flavor is so good and the pricing isn't too bad but i definitely recommend this place if you're looking for grilled chicken Tastes so authentic read more

El Pollo Correteado - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Es Una delicia El Pollo Con un buen sabor bien cocido se los recomiendo y sobre todo son muy amables Te atienden de la mejor manera posible

This place has probably the best grilled chicken in town. Your mouth will be watering at the moment you park your car here because of the smell of grilled chicken. The price is fairly cheap. People are also very nice and friendly. Highly recommended. read more