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    El Pollo Loco

    2.1 (121 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Michael G.

    We like El Pollo Loco. The units we visit are clean, run professionally, and the chicken is consistent. My wife especially enjoys the salad with avocado dressing and chicken. We are fans.

    Chipotle chicken avocado burrito
    Barb G.

    I remember when I was living in Los Angeles a lifetime ago and El Pollo Loco was born. We loved the marinated and grilled chicken and because there was one close to where we were living...their chicken became a regular staple! Many times I would drop in and get chicken only, bring it home and turn it into a million different dishes! Fast forward to our current experience with the location in Chandler. We were there shortly after this store opened and made another visit in a spur of the moment decision for a quick dinner. We ordered the following: Chipotle Chicken Avocado Burrito: great flavor with a mild spicy kick to it. Everything was fresh in the burrito and just an good tasting one. Tortilla soup: full of chunky veggies like carrots and corn and onion with big chunks of chicken, green chilies, and a decent amount of cilantro. The overall taste was extremely bland and I think they thicken it with some sort of thickening agent because it was really a bit too thick...not really soup like. Loco side salad: fresh leafy greens with lots of tortilla strips and their creamy cilantro dressing had lots of great flavor. This is a great salad! Three piece chicken meal: chicken is worthy of five stars for sure. The grill is perfect and the flavor is so rich and tasty. The rice was flavorless and I think it was a bit too underdone. I skipped the beans with the meal. We also ordered some chips with guacamole, which was great. Chips had lots of crisp and the guac was really good with chunks of avocado and chilies. The salsa was a big no for us...basically just smashed up tomatoes with no flavor. I'm rating three stars only because of the chicken to be honest.

    Keto Chicken Avocado Burrito
    Jaime H.

    Overpriced and food is ridiculously not worth it. Tiny little burrito that should be for a child for $10. Wth?? I thought this included a drink or chips. If the burrito was enough for an adult I wouldn't mind the cost but to be served a tiny burrito with hardly anything to eat and pay too much for it is disappointing. Taking advantage of customers and drive thru.

    Sad large salad
    Sheri F.

    I am so disappointed. I eat here almost 3x a week cause I'm obsessed with the chopped chicken breast. I ordered a large side salad with 3 sides of chopped chicken on the side. And this is what my large side salad looked like. Mostly yellow/white from iceberg. No Romain, and that amount of salad was for a small. Of course, I didn't get my receipt, so I couldn't call in and let them know that I overpaid for a handful of lettuce. I always give second chances so we will see.

    Some sides of corn and mashed potatoes.
    Joyce W.

    Did you know that Brad Pitt's first job in LA was handing out fliers for El Pollo Loco, dressed in a full-on chicken costume, outside the location on Sunset and La Brea? I swear I'm the only person I know that hasn't had El Pollo Loco. I get the craziest stares from my friends when I admit this so I usually keep it to myself. Well enough is enough. I had to give it a try! What's so good about this fire-roasted chicken that makes people either love it or hate it?! I ordered a family dinner with ten-pieces of chicken with some corn and mashed potato on the side. I didn't know it was normal for them to serve you up a side of tortillas with your meal and I wasn't quite sure how to attack it. I ended up eating it like a chicken taco and it was good. I dig! Am I loca for El Pollo Loco? Ehh. It's a good alternative to fried chicken but I don't think I'll be going out of my way to grab some fire-roasted bok bok. Not bad though. I see you!

    2520 w chandler Blvd chandler location .. terrible!! .. in all my years of eating here, today husband and I found 4 large pieces of foreign matter in the burritos. Mine had two round pieces of bones, size of a pink nail.. in his burrito he found a piece of a chopping board, that's what it feels like to me and then also a chicken bone the size of grape. I realize this is chicken from the bone but geez don't chop up bones and serve them to customers.. never going here again ! Watch your teeth people!

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    Probably the rudest people on the planet work here and the food is sub par. You'd be better off eating out of the McDonald's trash can!

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    Love their Double Tostada Salad with chicken!! It's very fresh, filling and delicious!

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    The food is decent but a bit expensive. The drive thru window was overall fast and the workers friendly

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    Miel de Agave Chandler

    Miel de Agave Chandler

    4.4(520 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    Meal was fantastic! Drinks were unique and delicious. The server, Izzy, was very kind, helpful, and…read moreknowledgeable. Atmosphere was also amazing with some very nice music playing.

    We went to Miel de Agave on Friday night before heading to a comedy show, and we were seriously…read moreblown away! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance, customer service, and drinks were amazing. I'm a HUGE mezcal lover, and they had a great assortment of mezcals and tequilas to choose from. If that's your thing, you will definitely appreciate their drink menu! Since we were heading to a show afterward, we didn't want to get too full, so we decided to share a few appetizers instead of ordering full entrées. The portions were surprisingly generous! We tried the chicharrón with guacamole, ahi tuna tostadas, and the Aguachile ribeye. Everything was delicious, but the ribeye was definitely a favorite. We're already fans of it from their sister restaurant, Blu Seafood, so we knew we had to order it here. Just keep in mind that at Agave it's served as an appetizer, so the portion is smaller so but absolutely worth it! And of course, we couldn't leave without dessert. We finished with their tres leches cake, and OMG... absolutely amazing. The perfect ending to the night! A special shoutout to our waitress, Jazmyn. She gave us incredible service, was so kind, attentive, and really knowledgeable about the menu. She made an already great experience even better. Great atmosphere, amazing drinks, delicious food, and outstanding service. We will DEFINITELY be back!

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    The Mexicano - Frozen Margarita Flight

    The Mexicano

    4.1(379 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Large group friendly

    This is the first restaurant I have ever reviewed twice on Yelp--and for good reason. The Mexicano…read moreis, without exaggeration, the single best Mexican restaurant I have patronized in my entire life. My wife and I first came here about a month ago, and the food was so incredible that we had to return. Our second visit confirmed that the first wasn't a fluke. The restaurant is spotlessly clean, everyone is friendly, the illuminated decorations create a fun atmosphere, and even the music is at the perfect volume. Everything is made in-house, and you can taste it. From the salsa served with the chips to the green, cream, and red enchilada sauces, every sauce is phenomenal--fresh, flavorful, and not overly salty. My wife ordered the taco trio with the crispy beef tacos we loved during our first visit. They are the best crispy beef tacos we've ever had. The meat is folded inside the tortilla before the whole taco is deep-fried, then topped with lettuce, pico de gallo, crema, and queso fresco. I ordered the enchilada divorciada with chicken tinga, Mexican cheese blend, crema fresca, cilantro, pico de gallo, and queso fresco. One enchilada was covered in green sauce and the other in a rich red sauce. Beautiful presentation and incredible flavor. I normally wouldn't single out the rice on a Mexican plate, but this rice deserves it. It was light, fluffy, never clumpy, and full of flavor. Clearly homemade--and homemade extremely well. The food arrived piping hot and so quickly that it actually beat our cocktails to the table--and the drinks didn't take long! I had a double dirty martini and my wife had a Long Island iced tea. Both were noticeably stronger than standard restaurant cocktails. They definitely don't skimp on the alcohol. The waitstaff are impeccably trained--attentive without being intrusive. They check back within a minute or two, and finished dishes disappear almost immediately. Two floor managers also came by to check on us, laughing and joking and making us feel genuinely welcome. At one point I retrieved a menu to check the spelling of a dish. A manager noticed, rushed over, and apologetically asked whether someone had forgotten to give us one. I explained that everything was fine, but his awareness and concern were incredibly refreshing. I also appreciated their sanitation practices. Bussers don't carry open tubs of dirty dishes through the dining room; they take the trays directly to the back. Each table is also cleaned with a fresh disposable wipe instead of the same dirty rag being reused from table to table. Finally, the made-to-order pineapple flan takes about 15 minutes because it isn't frozen or prepackaged. Once you've reached perfection, there is no need to change, so I ordered it again. It comes in caramel sauce with warm pineapple, whipped cream, and a crisp wafer. The texture is unbelievably smooth and creamy, with exactly the right sweetness. It is literally the best flan I have ever eaten. Even my wife, who doesn't like flan, loves this flan. My wife summed it up perfectly: If you want Mexican food with a genuine home-cooked quality, this is probably the best place you could choose. The Mexicano has exceptional food, strong drinks, impeccable service, outstanding cleanliness, and truly attentive management. This isn't merely my favorite Mexican restaurant in Chandler--it is the best Mexican restaurant I've ever patronized anywhere. We will absolutely be back!

    Disappointing Experience Despite a Beautiful Atmosphere…read more From the moment we arrived at the mexicano, the experience was somewhat disappointing. The entry area is extremely small for a restaurant of this size. While the hostess was wonderful--polite, friendly, and quick to seat us--the cramped entrance made the initial impression less than ideal. We were seated at a high-top table directly across from the bar. This seemed like an odd choice for a family of four with a child and wasn't particularly comfortable. It was also about 10 minutes before our waitress came to the table. She was polite, but seemed rushed to take our drink and food orders. We ordered a variety of appetizers and entrees so that everyone could try something different. Unfortunately, most of the food arrived only slightly warm rather than hot, and the portions were surprisingly small given the price. The shredded beef crispy tacos were, quite honestly, some of the worst tacos I've ever had. The fish tacos were tough and overcooked. The enchiladas, however, were the highlight of the meal and the one dish we genuinely enjoyed. The presentation of all the dishes was attractive and thoughtfully done, but unfortunately, the appearance was much better than the food itself. The rice was undercooked, and each entree came with what appeared to be only a couple of tablespoons of rice. The refried beans were a good portion and had a nice flavor, although they were quite salty. Service was another major issue. Our waitress only returned to the table twice during the approximately 90 minutes we spent eating and waiting. While she was always polite, the lack of attention made the overall experience feel neglected. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The atmosphere is pleasant, modern, and very clean, and the presentation of the food was excellent. Unfortunately, those positives couldn't make up for the quality of the meal and the service. Our bill was $158 for four people, including four entrees, one appetizer, and water with lemon. At that price, we expected a much better overall experience. Instead, we all left hungry and disappointed. Atmosphere: Excellent Service: Below average Food: Disappointing, with the exception of the enchiladas Value: Poor Unfortunately, based on this experience, we will not be returning. The restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere and plenty of potential, but the food quality, portion sizes, service, and value simply weren't there for us.

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    Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara - Happy Burrito

    Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara

    4.4(269 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    A hidden gem inside the Mercado! They have a plain variety of different stores that service, cash,…read morechecking, bicycles, a flower store, cell phone stores, natural, herbal medicines, sports uniforms, and a salon. There's also a jewelry store. They have a graphic design store here as well. It's almost like a little mini mall. But the highlight of everything is the restaurant! They serve some of the best authentic tacos in Chandler. This is definitely a hidden gem and one of my favorite places to take friends and family. It's located off **Arizona Arizona Avenue tucked away in the corner so it's kind of a hard spot to find, but there's plenty of parking available. If you're in the mood for authentic Mexican food, I would definitely stop by! The Torta Milanesa is my absolute favorite! The Pozole and Camaron soup is delicious. Tuesdays, they offer the special tacos de Carne Asada !!! Support local!!

    Sadly, this will be my last visit to Tortas. We have been going here for over 10 years and I've…read moreleft them a 5 star review years ago but over the past year it has gone downhill rapidly. I heard that there are new owners which makes sense. All the old workers are gone along with the welcoming atmosphere and delicious food we had come to know and love. On our last visit, some in our party got birria tacos and they all came with decently sized chopped bones in them! When we told the server about it, there was no apology - he actually said that is how they make it?!?!? Let me get this straight, you put choking hazard sized bones in your tacos and don't tell anyone to watch out for them? I've included pics and video so you can see what I am talking about. Tacos are my favorite food on the planet and I've had birria tacos at many, many places (including Mexico) and have never encountered multiple bones in any kind of taco for that matter. Unfortunately their carnitas tacos are dry and flavorless. The Super Taco is still pretty good (no bones), but this and our recent experiences here are making us cross this place off of our rotation going forward. Tortas, thanks for the memories, it was a helluva run, pero no mas.

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    Espos Mexican Food

    Espos Mexican Food

    4.1(912 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Espo's in Chandler is one of those local gems that keeps us coming back. On our most recent visit,…read morewe ordered the Pueblo Alto Burrito with added guacamole--a carne asada California-style burrito--and it was absolutely fantastic. My wife can be pretty particular when it comes to carne asada, so she was a little hesitant when I suggested we share it. After a few bites, she couldn't get enough! The carne asada was flavorful, tender, and clearly high quality, and the burrito itself was packed with great ingredients and balanced flavors. The added guacamole was the perfect finishing touch. As much as we loved the burrito, Espo's has become a go-to spot for our family because of their Taco Tuesday special. Their 10-taco plate for around $12 is an incredible value, especially for families. We love that you can mix and match between carne asada, carnitas, ground beef, chicken, and shredded beef, making it easy to get something everyone will enjoy. The restaurant also has that fun, authentic hole-in-the-wall feel while still being a well-established local favorite. It's the kind of place that locals know and love for good reason. If you've never tried Espo's, I highly recommend giving it a shot. Great food, great value, and a true Chandler staple.

    I was really disappointed with my recent visit to Espo's. This place used to be one of my…read morefavorites, but it has gone completely downhill. The taco meat in my meal was raw, so I had to send it back and have my order remade. Even after that, the food was bland, lacked flavor, and unfortunately made me feel sick after eating it. On top of the food quality, the seating is incredibly uncomfortable and could really use an upgrade. It's hard to enjoy a meal when you're uncomfortable the entire time. It's sad because Espo's used to be consistently delicious, but after this experience, I won't be returning.

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    Quesadilla, Bean and Cheese Burrito, and El Jefe Burrito.

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    Ghost Ranch

    Ghost Ranch

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    We had dinner at Ghost Ranch tonight. My first time for taco Tuesday. Our server, Natalie, was…read moreawesome! She was knowledgeable about the menu, so friendly, and our service was supreme. I had carne asada and it was every bit as good as Natalie described it. My husband had pastor tacos and he is in a food coma he loved it so much. The guacamole was the best I have had! We will be back next week on Tuesday. Also, Natalie was so accommodating to our little ones. It was a great experience. Five stars does even cover how much we liked our dinner and service.

    Always great experience with a fun, modern ranch vibe! We got there just after happy hour…read more(unfortunately), but our server, Torrance, made the meal memorable. He was incredibly kind and attentive, especially with my friend who is deaf, making sure we always had water, napkins, and plenty of chips. The margarita flight is always a must for me, so I had to order one for my friend since it was her first visit. I told her that even though neither of us are into spicy margaritas, I knew she'd love it and I was right! Every margarita was delicious. I also ordered the lavender lemonade, which was refreshing and just as good. Ghost Ranch never seems to miss when it comes to drinks. Potato tacos! Another must have My friend ordered the Aztec Cake and insisted I'd regret not getting it. She was absolutely right. It was bomb and Torrance offered us a side of chips .TY. I ordered the short rib. It was flavorful, tender, and filling, with lots of garlic and savory flavor. I'm not sure if short rib is just not my thing, but it didn't wow me the way the Aztec Cake did. I warmed it up later and it was delicious a second time so no complaints. Excellent service, delicious drinks, and a fun way to spend the Fourth. We'll definitely be back!

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    Mexico Magico

    4.5(94 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    We arrived a little before 7pm on a Tuesday and were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant…read morewas about 30% full. From researching on Yelp I learned this place specializes in Baja Mexican food, seafood and we were looking for a place that served ceviche. Bingo! We ordered the Torro de Mariscos to share, a seafood tower consisting of shrimp ceviche, cooked shrimp, octopus, squid, aguachile, avocado, cucumber, red onion, topped with a tomato sauce. Enjoy on cracker or corn chips. We were hungry and started eating on arrival, so my picture is post tower demolition. Hehe Checkout the menu for a picture of the tower presentation. I had a similar dish last time I was in San Carlos deep sea fishing and this was right there on flavor and freshness! Very comfortable atmosphere with bright color mural paintings and mariachi music playing in the background gave the feeling that I was in Mexico! Afterwards I learned that the owner is from San Carlos! Wow! Small world! We will be back! Highly recommended for Baja Mexican food!

    First time here and glad I popped in. I've passed it before but had never tried and saw most…read morereviews were good as well. Came here for lunch! Good was so good I dint get to snap a photo. I ordered the tuna tostada and a small side of rice. Both were packed with flavor! Cute spot with artwork around Next time I come I want to try the drinks here! My server was Jeny and she was nice. This place looks like it gets busy also loved that they had the World Cup match playing on the TVs. I will return!

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