El Pollo Loco® Introduces its Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™

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New menu innovations debut June 25; loyalty members get exclusive early accessCOSTA MESA, Calif., June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc., the nation’s leading fire–grilled chicken restaurant chain, is turning it up for summer with new menu items – Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™ available for a limited time at participating locations starting June 25. The limited-time Loaded Quesadillas are available in two options – Queso and Street Corn. Both are loaded with citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, a generous portion of melted Jack Cheese, wrapped in a warm flour tortilla and grilled to take on the go. The Queso Loaded Quesadilla includes warm and cheesy queso blanco and crunchy tortilla strips with our signature creamy cilantro sauce; while the Street Corn Loaded Quesadilla has corn and red peppers, crumbled cotija cheese, and chili lime seasoning with our creamy chipotle sauce. Loco Rewards members will get early access to the Loaded Quesadillas starting today (June 23). Not a Loco Rewards Member? Download the app and sign up today! "Summertime means that people are on the go, and with our new Loaded Quesadillas, our fans can enjoy a meal that is easy to eat with one hand, is full of flavor and absolutely delicious,” said Jill Adams, El Pollo Loco Chief Marketing Officer. "At El Pollo Loco, we believe that everyone deserves food that is high quality and convenient.”Looking for an afternoon pick-me-up?New to the menu are El Pollo Loco’s signature coffee drinks. These iced coffee drinks feature premium indulgences including our delicious Horchata or cold foam (or both!). Available at select locations in three variations. Visit our website to see if your local Loco is offering this new beverage line up. Chatacoffee™ - Classic iced coffee and our sweet & creamy Mexican-style Horchata with cinnamon and vanilla.Chatacoffee™ Cream - Classic iced coffee and our sweet & creamy Mexican-style Horchata topped with a smooth layer of sweet cold foam.Iced Coffee Cream - Classic iced coffee topped with a smooth layer of sweet cold foam. “We wanted to offer our customers unique beverages that are as delicious and high quality as our food,” said Liz Williams, CEO of El Pollo Loco. “Horchata drinks have been part of our menu for many years and are loved by customers, so there’s no better place than El Pollo Loco to offer thi...

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