El Pollo Loco

El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco, a Mexican and fast food restaurant located at Hwy 151 & Potranco Road, is known for its famous fire-grilled chicken that is cooked slow, served fast, and always cut-to-order. With over 480 restaurant locations across 6 states since its founding in 1980, El Pollo Loco has become an LA mainstay and cultural benchmark-- offering fresh and innovative LA Mex from their family dinners to Mexican entrees that are sure to delight customers. Their enduring commitment to the principles of hard work and doing things the right way have made them a favorite among generations of families who gather around their delicious meals year after year.

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10/22/2026

cheaper than therapy 🤷

10/21/2026

it’s nbd

what?
10/20/2026

what?

when you know, you know 🥲
10/19/2026

when you know, you know 🥲

🏈 Game Day Spread Giveaway 🏈Your team puts you through enough. Let us handle the food.We’re giving one winner a $250 El ...
10/16/2026

🏈 Game Day Spread Giveaway 🏈

Your team puts you through enough. Let us handle the food.

We’re giving one winner a $250 El Pollo Loco gift card for catering at their next game day watch party. We got you.
 
How to enter:
1️⃣ Follow El Pollo Loco
2️⃣ Tag your game day buddies in the comments👇 (more comments, the better your chances)
3️⃣ Share this post in your Stories (we will be checking)

🕒 Ends October 20, 2026 at 8 PM PST.
 
 
 
Void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Winners will be contacted via DM from the verified El Pollo Loco Instagram Account. See full terms in the link in our bio.
 

I fear I would fold immediately…
10/13/2026

I fear I would fold immediately…

your fall vibes are now complete. you’re welcome 🍁
10/12/2026

your fall vibes are now complete. you’re welcome 🍁

10/09/2026

National Chicken Month came in hot and that’s a wrap! From the first-ever National Grilled Chicken Day on Sept 9, all the Loco Hall of Flame Challenge entries to taking over our Sunset Blvd EPL to throw a dance party, you all made this a legendary Chicken Month!
 
See you next year! ‍❤️‍🔥

10/06/2026

you can get 3 tacos for $5 with Loco Rewards every Tuesday btw 😌

10/04/2026

Sunday Spread. 12 pc chicken. 3 large sides. $25 with Loco Rewards every Sunday!

We got weekend dinner covered 😌

10/02/2026

Why have National Taco Day when you can have National Taco Day(s)? 🌮
 
3 for $5 tacos from 10/2-10/6 with the app 😌

Five days. Five chances. Fifteen tacos. Do with that information what you will.

10/01/2026

The Loco Hall of Flame has a new inductee. Congratulations Grant Mooney !! your Loco remix just won you FREE CHICKEN FOR LIFE 🔥🍗

Thank you to everyone who entered and got loco with this beat, we see you!

normal amount btw
09/30/2026

normal amount btw

09/24/2026

Clear the runway. New El Pollo Loco menu items just dropped! 🔥

09/23/2026

is this heaven?? 🥹

09/22/2026

Consider this your sign to finish that remix ‼️

kaelin ellis. is checking out the entries. Head to our pinned post and submit yours before the contest ends in TOMORROW!!

09/22/2026

FREE chicken for LIFE could be yours! 🔥 Submit your remix TODAY for your chance to win.

Head to our pinned post to enter.

Address

Hwy 151 & Potranco Road
San Antonio, TX
78251

To get to the intersection of Hwy 151 and Potranco Road in San Antonio, you can take the VIA bus #64 or #66 which stop near that location. If driving, take Hwy 151 west and exit at Potranco Road. There are several parking options nearby, including a parking lot located just east of the intersection as well as smaller lots along Potranco Road. From this intersection, there is a Mexican restaurant and a chicken restaurant nearby that you may be interested in checking out.

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their flavorful dishes and El Pollo Loco at Hwy 151 & Potranco Road in San Antonio is no exception. This fast-food restaurant offers a unique twist on traditional Mexican cuisine with its famous fire-grilled chicken that is cooked slow and served fast.

What sets El Pollo Loco apart from other chicken restaurants is their commitment to tradition. They marinate whole chickens in their family marinade of citrus, garlic, and spices several times a day, every day. The seasoned Grill Masters then grill the chicken low and slow for 55 minutes over an open flame, just like they have been doing for nearly four decades.

El Pollo Loco's menu also includes a variety of Mexican entrees that are sure to satisfy any craving. From burritos to tacos, customers can enjoy fresh and innovative L.A. Mex that is always cut-to-order. Families can even gather around the table for their famous family dinners.

Located at Hwy 151 & Potranco Road in San Antonio, El Pollo Loco has become a cultural benchmark in the area since its founding in 1980. With over 480 locations across six states, this restaurant continues to provide customers with high-quality food made from the best ingredients available. If you're looking for delicious Mexican cuisine with a twist, El Pollo Loco is definitely worth checking out!