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    El Pollo Grill - Lemon Grove

    4.0 (596 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Burrito and receipt
    Andrew D.

    The last two times they have messed up my order the receipt matches perfectly what is supposed to be on the order Carne Asada burrito, guacamole, cheese, and salsa. The last two times they have not put the salsa on. The second time I decided to call and file a complaint, their solution is for me to drive back so I can pick up a side of pico de gallo or I can get a pico de gallo on the house next time What a joke why don't you get the order right the first time or why don't you drive and drop me off the pico de gallo you didn't have a problem charging my card. Your cook has a problem reading receipts, obviously. So send him on over with my pico I shouldn't have to drive back over there

    Rolled tacos with asada on top. Yes, there are rolled tacos under there
    Chris P.

    Si, por favor. El Pollo grill is a staple local spot with all the flavors and choices. I've been going here for years and it's always good. They feed you a lot in large portions and it's the type of food you dream about. The food taste fresh and the salsa isn't too hot. The service is order at window and there are ample tables with an outside patio. For a taco shop it's better than most but shy of a nice sit down restaurant. A great place to take your kids for quick eats. It's a local favorite.

    Titan Burrito
    Chidozie E.

    Came here yesterday for the first time. I ordered the titan burrito which is basically a California burrito with chorizo. It was different, it was really good. Was about $15. They had a salsa bar. The habanero salsa was really good, so was their green sauce. The place was pretty busy so you know it's well liked in the area. I think they're really good Mexican restaurant/ taco shop for the area. I'd come back for sure and recommend it.

    Giant chicken salad and chorizo breakfast burrito
    Kelly M.

    Always delicious- great value on the burrito. Many options to customize. Love the basic salsa and tortillas are so fresh and legit. The chicken salad was also so big- lots of chicken and enough for 2 meals.

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    Erica C.

    2/21/26 - My third time here and 5 stars in this trip. Brought 2 friends. We ordered the following 1 Special A - Quarter Chicken for $12.99 w/ Flour Tortillas and Rice & Refried Beans; 1 Pollo Asado Bowl for $12.99; then 2 Carne Asada Taco for $9.00 w Guacamole. Ordered at the register. The cashier was very friendly and helped us. Took the number and sat down. About 5 minutes later they called our number and picked the food up. Fresh, hot and delicious. Lots of real guacamole in the salad and the tacos. The chicken was banging good and flavorful. Check out the photos. Total was about $38.

    John C.

    So glad my friend told me about this place and recommended it. My second time here and I'm always blown up away by the quality of the flaming grilled chicken. Great customer service, sometimes there's a wait when there's a lot of customers ordering and so worth it. Whenever I'm in Lemon Grove, I make it a point to stop here and eat. This place blows away El Pollo Loco in every way.

    5 Chicken Rolled Tacos w/ Carne
    Jessie S.

    Review for DoorDash. The California Burrito - Carne was probably one of the best. Good taste in the meat. Very filling. The delivery of the 5 Chicken Rolled Tacos was not the best. Only two tacos had cheese on them. The guac and sour cream were packed on the side. 3 of the tacos didn't have cheese. I'd order the burrito again for delivery but not the tacos. Store are probably better.

    Pollo asado torta( grilled chicken) mmmm
    Dulce R.

    Dare I say the best California burrito in town? ... it's possible. Chicken is good but if you're looking for a burrito in town this place oddly enough is one of the freshest, most consistently delicious I've experienced (not to mention possibly most reasonably priced). Cali Burritos at 13.99 as of 2025 with everything included: fries, guacamole, sour cream, pico optional. Salsa bar is tasty. I like to grab all options and switch it up each bite. There is seating indoors, bathroom with lock code (try to skip), and it takes roughly 15 minutes for food. You can see all the pollo in the back grilling away. Definitely a fan. I wish I could keep this place a secret but they deserve recognition.

    California Burrito - Carne
    Nayoun K.

    We're not in Lemon Grove often, but happened to be after lunch hour and decided to pick up California burritos to go. The place has clearly been there for a while, and it's comfortable and not too bright inside. Even after a 20 minute drive, the burritos were fantastic. Tortillas are not too thin and have great chew. The ratios of ingredients were exactly how I prefer - ton of carne asada and guac, not too many fries! Their carne is seasoned heavily which I enjoy, some might find it a tad salty or too garlicky. The three distinct salsas are also an indicator of a good spot in my opinion. Standard red and green, but my favorite is the emulsified orange. Self serve so you can load up. Price is a little steep (like everywhere these days now though), came out to a little over $30 for both burritos after tax and tip.

    Pollo asada bowl
    Megan M.

    I ordered a burrito for my husband and a bowl for me for delivery. I opened the box and my eyes got big. It was full..pollo asada, cheese, guacamole, lettuce, rice, beans and sour cream. Both the dishes were delicious.

    Clean place
    Ed P.

    Best menudo I east county. Wish they had metal spoons. A quiet Sunday. Almost like home made.

    5 Chicken Taquitos
    Melissa S.

    This is Not my first time eating at El Pollo Grill... I have eaten here many times over the 25+ years and I can say confidently that their grilled chicken is always GREAT! We always order the same thing which is a number "C" meal. This meal consists of: 1/2 of their famous marinated chicken which has been grilled over and open flame and cut up into 4 pieces; rice, beans, choice of corn or flour tortillas and fresh salsa. When I say famous chicken, this is TRUTH! There is a reason why this restaurant has stood the test of time and is a favorite in Lemon Grove... because they consistently put out an excellent product. The chicken is moist, flavorful and the skin is nicely charred (see pic). The rice is moist and flavorful as well as the beans. I have tried both the corn and flour tortillas - both are fresh, served warm and yummy. There is a self-serve chile sauce bar that I recommend you try, spice levels; medium, hot and muy Caliente! This complete meal was $15.99 and was plenty for 2 people. I can also recommend their chicken taquitos as well. The taquitos are topped with cheese, lettuce, sour cream, fresh salsa, and a huge amount of fresh guacamole on the side! So good! I usually order take-out but you can eat in as well... extremely casual restaurant with a couple of big screens. This is family style restaurant, you self order and self seat.

    Breakfast Huevos Rancheros Plate
    Elizabeth W.

    Food is exceptional. Lots of variety. The pollo is amazing and the tortillas are all handmade.

    5 Beef Rolled Tacos w/ Carne

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    All their food is awesome. The 619 burrito is the bomb chicken steak and shrimp. Can't beat it.

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    Great food! Don't be impatient. Everything I've tried is awesome. Mexican food is the best

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