El Pollo Norteño Santa Ana East 1st

Mexican Restaurant $$ 4.1 (349)


El Pollo Norteño Santa Ana East 1st is praised for its authentic Mexican grilled chicken and a variety of flavorful dishes. The restaurant has consistently good food with many reviewers appreciating the true Mexican flavors. However, service quality can vary, with some customers citing unfriendly staff and delays during peak times.

Overall:

4.2

(291 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.5

Atmosphere:

4.0

Service:

3.7


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (714) 542-0779

Address: 1327 E 1st St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Dessert

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" Great place for a quick lunch! I got the chicken combo and it was excellent. Filling, tasty, and affordable. The restaurant was clean and the staff was friendly. I’ll be back for sure! " (*Curated Review*)

" Fantastic Mexican food! The dining experience could be better with quirkly staff behavior. Otherwise, highly recommend their chicken and tacos. " (*Curated Review*)

" The service was lacking. I had to wait a long time for my order, and when I finally got it, some items were missing. The food was okay, but not good enough for me to come back. " (*Curated Review*)

" Love the vibrant atmosphere here! The grilled chicken is the best I’ve had in a long time. The portions are generous and I always leave satisfied. The chips and guacamole are also a must-try! " (*Curated Review*)

" Just okay. I've heard the hype about El Pollo Norteño, but my meal was average. The chicken wasn't as flavorful as I expected and I didn't enjoy the sides much. Perhaps it was an off day. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (281)

" I was not impressed with my experience. The service was slow, and I found the food to be underwhelming. I expected more authenticity given the rave reviews. I might give them another chance, though. " (*Curated Review*)

" I tried the chicken and it was flavorful and juicy! The service was friendly, but the restaurant was a bit crowded. This is a great spot for authentic Mexican food! " (*Curated Review*)

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