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El Pollo Rico is a hidden gem located in a humble building shared with a laundromat. Despite its unassuming appearance, this restaurant offers fantastic Mexican food that is often overlooked by locals. The $2 Tuesday tacos are a favorite among customers, with the al pastor being particularly delightful. The salsas at the salsa bar add a flavorful kick to the dishes, and the friendly service makes for a pleasant dining experience. The remodeled and clean interior is inviting, and the quality of the food is top-notch. Whether you're in the mood for burritos, sopes, or nachos, El Pollo Rico delivers in both taste and portion size. The simplicity and authenticity of the food make this taqueria a must-visit for anyone craving delicious Mexican cuisine in a casual setting, on average, the rating for El Pollo Rico is 3.9.

Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 135 reviews

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3.9 ★ from 134 reviews
gil-pos
24.09.2023 - 12:26

It had been about 2 years that, I did not show in that place for a lunch , so this time I saw new people, I asked if it was in to new ownership, they say yes, s...

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jay-keyes-1
24.09.2023 - 12:26

Proving once again that the best Mexican restaurants are often humble, unassuming places, El Pollo Rico shares its shabby looking building with a laundromat. Ma...

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david-baldwin
24.09.2023 - 12:26

Really good burritos and very fast and friendly service. I also really like the sopes. The fresh and spicy salsas in the salsa bar are a treat. Not fancy digs,...

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jason-howell
24.09.2023 - 12:26

Came to grab some food real quick and ended up getting some tacos. They're $2 each on Tuesday, and they're good good sized, traditional tacos. The al pastor was...

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james-schaffer
24.09.2023 - 12:26

This place closed up for a month for renovations or something and I practically starved to death. Their meats are fantastic and the house salsas are perfect. I...

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