I go often to El Pollo Loco's for a quick lunch, I like using their app to find deals and get my food quickly without waiting. I typically get chicken al carbon tacos, great deal and on corn tortillas a fairly healthier option vs typical fast food. This is the first El Pollo Loco I have been to that has no inside seating, there is only a drive thru or patio dining and bathrooms are outside in the back of this location. It seemed newer and it was clean and maintained well, the bathrooms were also very clean, which for being outside was a bit of a nice surprise. Although the concept is nice and I had no issues, I would prefer the option to dine inside or outside, so I am dropping the rating a bit here. The servers were OK, not too friendly, but then again I just grabbed my food and asked for one refill, could have been an off day. Either way, not a bad location, food is always quick and good and a good option when traveling in the area, I always recommend El Pollo Loco. Just know you will be outside only if that is a deal breaker for you by chance. Enjoy! read more

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I just adore the chicken asado at El Pollo Loco I've been going through the El Pollo Loco drive-through in Sherman Oaks since very many years and I usually order a three piece meal sometimes combo with three tighs and two sides They usually make my chicken grilled to perfection the way I love it which is juicy also, I take two sides normally a double salad With corn tortillas I also have tried their chicken burrito with avocado: super good as well Honestly, for the money, it's a excellent place to go to when you're in a hurry and you wanna eat something delicious read more

El Pollo Loco - Mexican Near Me - Lompoc, California

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Wifey and I were heading home and feeling hungry, and as we were passing El Pollo Loco we realized we had not tried THIS one yet. The business is still new but clearly being well maintained by current ownership and staff, as it's nice and clean and at the window (drive through) I could see the kitchen is quite clean too. Service was lightning fast and courteous, and our order was accurately completed. The food (It's El Pollo Loco) presented quite well for drive through, professionally wrapped, hot and quality servings that matched value to cost. We'll be back due to this good first impression. read more

Love this place for a quick to go lunch. Food is ready quickly and there's a lot to choose from on the menu. My favorite was the Queso Guacamole burrito. The chips were also excellent! read more

My family and I love coming here!! Tommy is amazing everytime with such great customer service!!! Tommy always has a huge smile, makes me want to come back!!! Love the food especially the el carbon tacos when your in a hurry and need something easy!! Love this place and glad they came to lompoc!! read more

Tommy was VERY hospitable on a Saturday night. A+ Food was delish. Awesome restaurant inside and out.

New location that has a drive thru and a walk up ordering window that is outdoors. The parking is little and the offset may park at Walgreens and I am not sure if that is a permanent thing. Everyone knows this area literally is obsessed about this spot at the moment and I can see why from their previous experience from another location of fresher ingredients for a quick fast food meal. read more

No inside seating but had always been quick and clean. Love their chicken and horchata. Outside dining is covered and protected from wind. Drive thru is a nice option when ordering online or from the app. read more

They were good when they 1st opened. Already going down hill. Everything that comes with the chicken isn't fresh. The food looks nothing like the menu. Good service, but the ingredients have gone down hill. Why does this always happen to Lompoc restaurants? read more

El Pollo Loco - Not good. - Mexican Near Me - Lompoc, California

Kind of an odd duck in a small town with so many great authentic family-run Mexican eateries. This place is mediocre and consistent. Not great, but consistent. Average at best and worthy of 3 stars. Wish this location would've been a Popeye's like it was originally rumored to be. read more

Ok you fine people of Lompoc let me put you on the game that is pollo loco... this chicken is an institution in Los Angeles. It's citrus grilled whole chicken on an open flame and they've been doing this since they were established in 1975. Always a fresh, healthier option for you than those other fried chicken places. I say this because the young lady that helped me at the drive-thru (Karissa) told me she had never heard of this business until she started working here. And to quote her after I asked her if she liked the food she said "it's gas" lol. So in other words it's good ladies and gentleman. This specific location doesn't offer indoor dinning like most LA locations but they do have out door seating with a walk up window and drive-thru. The staff was courteous and easy to engage. That's always a plus when going out to eat. It's rather loud but only because it's located on H street which is the Main Street that runs through town. Also download their app like I have to get free perks like a free side of chips and guac as I did today or discounts on online orders or in person orders. It adds up trust me, lol... so if you're new to this chicken give them a try and don't skimp on their fresh made salsas either!! read more

El Pollo Loco - 4 piece meal mixed with broccoli and rice. - Mexican Near Me - Lompoc, California

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Great service. very clean building and premise. Tom at the register was extremely helpful as I am not that familiar with the menu. I will definitely be returning for another meal in hopes of seeing Tom! read more

Having had El Pollo Loco for many years in LA I was happy to see it arrive to Lompoc, unfortunately I was disappointed with my first visit today. The chicken was the size of nuggets and very dry. The cole slaw was missing flavor and the rice very hard. They really need to improve their cooking and portion sizes, cus no one wants to pay those crazy prices and not receive quality food. read more

El Pollo Loco - Mexican Near Me - Lompoc, California

nice little pollo loco in the city of lompoc tom was very nice from the beginning and I appreciate him for that! God bless thanks for the good food! read more

El Pollo Loco - Mexican Near Me - Lompoc, California

Do not get the hard shell tacos. Mine was full of oil and burnt to a crisp. I'll never go back

I love the food here, sometimes the chicken can be a bit dry, but most times it's great. I also love the prices, my family of 3 can eat for under $40, that is something we can't normally do at any other fast food place! Our "server" Tommee I think was their name was amazing last night read more

rice was bad, chicken tasted decent but there was like none of it, pico was wack, and I didn't get what I paid for. cashier walked away mid order??? "double chicken bowl" read more

El Pollo Loco - Mexican Near Me - Lompoc, California

Food and service were great! On Tuesdays they have a taco Tuesday special! It has been a great addition to Lompoc.

4 I have been pretty consistent in the items I order either standard chicken burrito or el Pollo bowl good quality and price

Great service, very friendly customer service, very clean and well maintained. Food was made correctly each time.

Went on a small roadtrip and had the chance to visit this Pollo Loco in Lompoc. The sole reason for this review is to shout out Tom (also the man doing the chicken and another girl there) for being so nice to my husband and I. Keep up the great attitude people like you make us want to come back and support. read more

As a local I'm incredibly happy to have a new restaurant, especially one with amazing service and great food. Their chicken is very tender, juicy, and well seasoned. The wait for the food is hardly ever long and it always comes out hot and fresh. The manager is very kind and courteous and on multiple occasions made sure I've had a good experience. The Only thing I have an issue with is the outdoor seating, it's loud because it's on the Main Street and it gets extremely cold once it gets later in the day. The ordering area is also hard to wait by because of how loud and cold it is. read more

The food is fresh and I was treated promptly by the staff and the price is really reasonable. I recommend the burritos. Also I love the pollo bowls because u can add avocado and many other items. read more

Chicken was burnt and dried out, was of $$$. Need a NEW CHEF, someone who knows how to cook Chicken

Staff is killing it! Patient, kind, efficient, thorough and quick while learning. Shout out to the cooks! Food is great. Management ensuring adequate staff for the rush. Well done! read more