Join IFA
About Us
IFA Foundation
Get Involved
Media Kit
Find a Franchise
Member Resource Hub
Login
Find a Franchise
Member Resource Hub
Login
Join IFA
What is Franchising?
Learn About Franchising
Franchising Overview
What is a Franchise
The Franchise Business Model
Franchise Means Local
Common Terms and Definitions
How to Get Started
Getting Started in Franchising
How Do I Fund My Franchise
Questions to Ask Before Franchising
Types of Franchise Investments
FranShip Mentorship Program
Conducting Your Research
Diligence in Franchising
Pros and Cons of Franchising
Making Your Franchise Decision
Consumers Guide to Buying a Franchise (FTC)
Guide to Franchise Sellers
Finding Your Franchise
Find a Franchise Directory
Franchise Opportunities Guide
IFA World Franchise Show
News & Research
News & Media
All News
IFA Press Releases
Franchising In The News
IFA Thought Leadership
CEO Update
Franchising World Articles
Sponsor Spotlight
Research
The Impact of Franchising
Franchise Research and Insights Center
Franchising Economic Outlook
Value of Franchising
IFA Franchisor Survey
IFA Franchisee Survey
IFA Resources
Franchise Opportunities Guide
Franchising World Magazine
IFA Podcasts
IFA Webinar Archive
Member Resource Hub
Featured Resources
IFA Preferred Vendors
Find A Supplier
Franchising Toolkits
Ask the Experts
White Papers
Events
Events – Column 1
IFA Events Overview
Annual Convention
Multi Unit Franchising Conference
International Franchise Show London
Legal Symposium
Events – Column 2
IBA/IFA Joint Conference
IFA World Franchise Show
Franchise Growth and Marketing Conference
Advocacy Summit
Events – Column 3
Franchise Leadership & Development Conference
Emerging Franchisor Conference
SCALE
Webinars
Regional Franchising Networks
IFA Calendar
Education
Getting Started
IFA Education Overview
IFA Academy (LMS)
LIVE Learning & CFE Events Schedule
IFA Education Partners
Certifications
Certified Franchise Executive (CFE)
Certified Franchise Brand (Pilot)
Getting Started & Renewing CFE
IFA Certificate Pathway
Special Programs
IFA Foundations of Franchising
IFA Fran-Guard™
Custom Learning Labs
IFA Signature Series
Issues & Advocacy
Advocacy
IFA Advocacy Overview
IFA Advocacy News
Take Action
FranPAC
Franchising By State
Issues
American Franchise Act
Responsible Franchising
Tax Policy
Franchise Fairness
IFA Law Center
Research
The Impact of Franchising
Franchising Economic Outlook
Value of Franchising Report
IFA Franchisor Survey
IFA Franchisee Survey
Morning Consult Polling
Issues & Advocacy column 4
Government Relations and Public Policy Update
Franchise Policy Pulse
IFA Press Releases
Programs & Community
Programs – Column 1
Programs & Community Overview
Open for Opportunity Campaign
Regional Franchising Networks
FranShip Mentorship Program
College Scholarships
Programs – Col 2
VetFran – Franchising for Veterans
Women in Franchising
Franchise Ascension Initiative
International Expansion
Committees & Forums
Programs – Col 3
Diversity Institute
Pride Franchise Leadership Council
Black Franchise Leadership Council
Hispanic Latino Franchise Leadership Council
Membership
Membership – Col 1
Membership Overview
IFA Impact Report
For Franchisors
For Franchisees
For Suppliers
Membership – Col 2
Member Directory
FranShip Mentorship Program
IFA Preferred Vendors
Find A Supplier
IFA Awards
What is Franchising?
Learn About Franchising
Franchising Overview
What is a Franchise
The Franchise Business Model
Franchise Means Local
Common Terms and Definitions
How to Get Started
Getting Started in Franchising
How Do I Fund My Franchise
Questions to Ask Before Franchising
Types of Franchise Investments
FranShip Mentorship Program
Conducting Your Research
Diligence in Franchising
Pros and Cons of Franchising
Making Your Franchise Decision
Consumers Guide to Buying a Franchise (FTC)
Guide to Franchise Sellers
Finding Your Franchise
Find a Franchise Directory
Franchise Opportunities Guide
IFA World Franchise Show
News & Research
News & Media
All News
IFA Press Releases
Franchising In The News
IFA Thought Leadership
CEO Update
Franchising World Articles
Sponsor Spotlight
Research
The Impact of Franchising
Franchise Research and Insights Center
Franchising Economic Outlook
Value of Franchising
IFA Franchisor Survey
IFA Franchisee Survey
IFA Resources
Franchise Opportunities Guide
Franchising World Magazine
IFA Podcasts
IFA Webinar Archive
Member Resource Hub
Featured Resources
IFA Preferred Vendors
Find A Supplier
Franchising Toolkits
Ask the Experts
White Papers
Events
Events – Column 1
IFA Events Overview
Annual Convention
Multi Unit Franchising Conference
International Franchise Show London
Legal Symposium
Events – Column 2
IBA/IFA Joint Conference
IFA World Franchise Show
Franchise Growth and Marketing Conference
Advocacy Summit
Events – Column 3
Franchise Leadership & Development Conference
Emerging Franchisor Conference
SCALE
Webinars
Regional Franchising Networks
IFA Calendar
Education
Getting Started
IFA Education Overview
IFA Academy (LMS)
LIVE Learning & CFE Events Schedule
IFA Education Partners
Certifications
Certified Franchise Executive (CFE)
Certified Franchise Brand (Pilot)
Getting Started & Renewing CFE
IFA Certificate Pathway
Special Programs
IFA Foundations of Franchising
IFA Fran-Guard™
Custom Learning Labs
IFA Signature Series
Issues & Advocacy
Advocacy
IFA Advocacy Overview
IFA Advocacy News
Take Action
FranPAC
Franchising By State
Issues
American Franchise Act
Responsible Franchising
Tax Policy
Franchise Fairness
IFA Law Center
Research
The Impact of Franchising
Franchising Economic Outlook
Value of Franchising Report
IFA Franchisor Survey
IFA Franchisee Survey
Morning Consult Polling
Issues & Advocacy column 4
Government Relations and Public Policy Update
Franchise Policy Pulse
IFA Press Releases
Programs & Community
Programs – Column 1
Programs & Community Overview
Open for Opportunity Campaign
Regional Franchising Networks
FranShip Mentorship Program
College Scholarships
Programs – Col 2
VetFran – Franchising for Veterans
Women in Franchising
Franchise Ascension Initiative
International Expansion
Committees & Forums
Programs – Col 3
Diversity Institute
Pride Franchise Leadership Council
Black Franchise Leadership Council
Hispanic Latino Franchise Leadership Council
Membership
Membership – Col 1
Membership Overview
IFA Impact Report
For Franchisors
For Franchisees
For Suppliers
Membership – Col 2
Member Directory
FranShip Mentorship Program
IFA Preferred Vendors
Find A Supplier
IFA Awards
Home
Franchise Opportunities
Food & Restaurants
El Pollo Loco
Food & Restaurants
El Pollo Loco
$782K-$2,110M
Start Up Cost
$782K-$2,110M
Total Investment
2026
Member Since
Headquarters:
Costa Mesa, CA United States
Franchising Since:
1980
Request Information
About
The nation's leading citrus marinated flame-broiled chicken quick service restaurant, the perfect blend of traditional Mexican flavors and new California inspiration, LA MEX, that offers customers a great tasting alternative to traditional fast food.
Search
Search
Login
Email address
Password
Remember me
Login