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!**

" I'm a regular here, and the chicken never disappoints! It’s always cooked to perfection. The flavor is better than many other places, making it hard to find anything that compares in this area. However, the restaurant can get a bit crowded. " (*Curated Review*)

" I had a wonderful experience at El Pollo Norteño! The chicken was smoky and perfectly marinated. I loved the flavor of the beans as well. The service was a bit slow, but worth the wait. I’ll definitely be coming back for more! " (*Curated Review*)

" After hearing great reviews, I finally decided to check out El Pollo Norteño. The chicken was absolutely fantastic. Probably the best grilled chicken I’ve had! The staff was friendly, but the wait time was longer than expected. Overall a very pleasant experience. " (*Curated Review*)

" El Pollo Norteño has been my go-to for lunch for a while now. The chicken burrito is massive and packed with flavor. I also always get the chips and guac, which are fresh and delicious. The service has improved over the last few visits. " (*Curated Review*)

" This place has never disappointed me. I always order the family meal, and it is a feast for the price. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and I particularly enjoy the refried beans. It feels very authentic to me, bringing back memories of meals at home. " (*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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