Since 1974, El Pollo Loco locations throughout Mexico and the southwest United States have been serving up delicious fast-food using only fresh ingredients. Their commitment to freshness is reflected in the quality of their food. Try it once and you’ll become a life-long fan! And if you’ve tried every item on the regular menu, be sure to check out the El Pollo Loco secret menu!

If you’ve never heard about the El Pollo Taco secret menu, you’ll be pleased to know there are several hidden off-menu gems that are just as great as their better-known counterparts. Give them a try the next time you stop by.

Official secret menu vs. customer creations?

Whether you’re an El Pollo Loco regular or just stopping by for the first time, switch up your order a bit and try these interesting customer-created menu hacks:

• Turn any El Pollo Loco Bowl into a loaded plate of nachos by swapping the rice for tortilla chips. It’s great as a meal or as a snack to share with a friend.
• You might not know that many of the items on the menu can be made vegan. All you need to do is sub avocado for chicken in almost any dish you order. Even better, you can order from the restaurant’s new Chickenless Pollo menu items featuring a delicious chicken substitute made from soy protein.

There’s so much you can do with all the ingredients from El Pollo Loco’s full menu. If neither of the options above sounds like what you’re craving, just get creative and make your own El Pollo Loco dish!

The most popular El Pollo Loco secret menu items

On your next trip to your favorite chicken joint, make sure you try out some of these favorite items off the El Pollo Loco secret menu:

• Ask for the Smokey Mountain Black Bean Burrito the next time you stop by El Pollo Loco. This customer favorite used to be on the menu, but savvy customers know the cooks can still make it. If the staff’s unsure of how to make it, just ask for the BRC Burrito with an extra helping of black beans.
• El Pollo Loco doesn’t only serve fresh chicken, they make some amazing fresh fish, too. The next time you stop by, order the Fish Tacos. Some locations have this on the regular menu, but some don’t. This protein-rich and tasty dish is a nice change if you’re looking for a different take on traditional chicken tacos.
• An easy way to modify your meal, in a very healthy way, is by asking the staff at your El Pollo Loco location to make your meal “carb-free.” Another way to go healthy is by ordering the Chicken Tortilla Soup without the tortilla. You still get all the flavor of this delicious soup without the extra calories.

How to order from the El Pollo Loco secret menu

The El Pollo Loco secret menu has something for everyone, even for diners who follow a strict diet. Make sure to ask about the various off-menu options the next time you eat at El Pollo Loco. The staff will know you’re in the mood to try something new. They may even have some interesting suggestions of their own. Don’t be afraid to customize your meal to your exact specifications and enjoy some bold, new flavors!