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El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LOCO) is the parent company of El Pollo Loco, which describes itself as the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant. This news page aggregates company announcements, product launches, promotional campaigns and financial updates related to LOCO stock and the El Pollo Loco restaurant system.
Recent news releases highlight menu innovations such as Double Chicken Burrito Bowls and Double Pollo Salads, both built around the brand’s citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken and Mexican or Mexican-inspired flavors. The company also announces seasonal promotions like the “12 Days of Pollo” for Loco Rewards members and National Chicken Month campaigns that feature BOGO offers and special contests.
Investors and followers of LOCO can also find updates on quarterly financial results, where El Pollo Loco reports metrics such as company-operated restaurant revenue, franchise revenue, system-wide comparable restaurant sales, restaurant contribution and Adjusted EBITDA. These earnings announcements are often paired with details on conference calls and webcasts hosted by company leadership.
Corporate governance and investor-relations developments appear in the news flow as well, including appointments of independent directors, board leadership changes and participation in investor conferences such as the ICR Conference. Together, these items provide a view into how El Pollo Loco manages its restaurant footprint, menu strategy and capital markets communications.
For anyone tracking LOCO stock or the broader El Pollo Loco brand, this page offers a centralized view of official company news, from menu introductions and loyalty initiatives to financial performance and board-level updates.
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El Pollo Loco is reintroducing its popular Shredded Beef Birria to the menu after last year's successful launch. Available from April 20 to June 28, fans can enjoy a variety of dishes including Crunchy Tacos, Grilled Burritos, and Overstuffed Quesadillas, all served with a flavorful Consomé Dipping Sauce. The launch follows a viral trend on TikTok, showcasing the brand’s commitment to authentic Mexican flavors. This year's offering includes upgrades like a crispier taco shell and an enhanced dipping sauce for a better customer experience. Loco Rewards® members can access the menu 48 hours early, emphasizing customer engagement and loyalty. El Pollo Loco continues to grow with 490 restaurants across several states, focusing on quality and connection to its heritage.
El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ: LOCO) announced a conference call scheduled for May 4, 2023, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time to discuss its first quarter 2023 financial results. The call will be led by President and CEO Larry Roberts and CFO Ira Fils, with a press release detailing the financial results issued shortly after market close. Investors can access the call by dialing 201-493-6780 and listen to a replay at 412-317-6671 until May 18, 2023. A live webcast will also be available on the company's investor relations website. El Pollo Loco, known for its fire-grilled chicken, operates 490 locations across the U.S. and is focused on expanding its market presence through company and franchise development.
El Pollo Loco (Nasdaq: LOCO) enhances its Loco Rewards program with a new app and exclusive offers starting from National Burrito Day (April 6) to Cinco de Mayo (May 5). Customers signing up will receive a free Original Pollo Bowl with any purchase. A special promotion includes a Pollo Millionaire giveaway, awarding 30 members with one million rewards points. The updated program features a tiered points system with three levels: Pollito, Pollo, and Pollo Loco, unlocking various benefits. These changes are aimed at improving customer engagement and loyalty, while the revamped app offers enhanced features for ordering and rewards management.
El Pollo Loco Holdings (Nasdaq: LOCO) reported Q4 2022 results with total revenue of $115.9 million, up from $109.0 million in Q4 2021. System-wide comparable restaurant sales increased by 4.7%. Income from operations rose to $9.5 million, and net income increased to $6.5 million or $0.18 per diluted share, compared to $6.2 million or $0.17 per diluted share a year prior. Adjusted EBITDA was $13.3 million, an improvement from $12.7 million. The company plans to open four to six new company-operated restaurants in 2023, along with eight to twelve new franchised locations.
El Pollo Loco has announced the launch of a new menu item, the Double Shredded Beef Tostada Salad, which joins their popular Double Tostada Salads lineup. This salad features a house-made tostada shell filled with a double portion of shredded beef, fresh avocado, lettuce, whole pinto beans, Mexican rice, sour cream, Monterey Jack cheese, and pico de gallo, served with a creamy cilantro dressing. The salad is now available systemwide until April 19, supported by a new social media campaign. The introduction of this item demonstrates El Pollo Loco's commitment to innovating their menu based on customer feedback.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LOCO) announced a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results on March 9, 2023, at 4:30 PM ET. The call will be hosted by President and CEO Larry Roberts and CFO Ira Fils. A press release detailing the financial results will be issued after market close on the same day. Investors can access the live call by dialing 201-493-6780, with a replay available until March 23, 2023. The call will also be webcast via the company's investor relations website.
El Pollo Loco is known for its fire-grilled chicken and has over 490 restaurants across various states, focusing on traditional Mexican cuisine.
El Pollo Loco Holdings will participate in the Jefferies Annual Winter Restaurant, Foodservice, Gaming, Lodging & Leisure Summit in Beaver Creek, Colorado from January 22-24, 2023. A webcast of the company's fireside chat will be available on-demand starting January 21, 2023, on their corporate website under the Investors tab. El Pollo Loco is a leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant known for its traditional Mexican cuisine combined with healthier options. Since its inception in 1980, it has opened over 485 locations across several states, reflecting its commitment to community and culture.
El Pollo Loco has launched a new menu item called Loco Burrito Grillers, a handheld take on traditional Sonoran-style burritos, featuring fire-grilled chicken or shredded beef. Available from now until February 22, 2023, these burritos come with a distinctive Loco Dipping Sauce, combining birria consommé and warm queso. The initiative is part of the company's strategy to enhance customer experience with authentic Mexican flavors. El Pollo Loco continues to expand its presence across several U.S. states, emphasizing its commitment to bringing quality food to its communities.