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COSTA MESA, Calif., April 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc., the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is turning up the heat and officially entering the tenders chat. On April 23, El Pollo Loco will introduce its Loco Tenders ™, the brand's take on America's favorite finger food. Available for a limited time only, Loco Tenders come in 2-, 3-, or 4-piece meals and in two delicious varieties: Spicy: Crispy chicken tenders made with 100% all white meat chicken, fried to perfection and seasoned in a blend of bold Mexican spices.Classic: Crispy chicken tenders made with 100% all white meat chicken, fried to perfection. But what's a Tender without a dipping s

COSTA MESA, Calif., April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco") (NASDAQ:LOCO) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2026 financial results on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Hosting the call will be Liz Williams, Chief Executive Officer, and Ira Fils, Chief Financial Officer. A press release with first quarter 2026 financial results will be issued that same day, shortly after the market close. The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing 201-493-6780. A replay will be available after the call and can be accessed by dialing 412-317-6671; the passcode is 13757076. The replay

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LOS ANGELES, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, the nation's leading fire–grilled chicken restaurant chain, is taking its Loco Rewards® program beyond everyday deals and into unforgettable experiences. As part of the brand's ongoing evolution of loyalty member value, the brand introduces the Coca-Cola® x El Pollo Loco Soccer Challenge, giving Loco Rewards members the chance to win a VIP trip to the 2026 MLS All-Star Game® in Charlotte on July 29, 2026. The sweepstakes is presented by Coca-Cola, an official partner of Major League Soccer®, and offers fans the opportunity to experience one of the league's premier events. From March 13 through April 9, Loco Rewards members can

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The Benchmark Company upgraded El Pollo Loco from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $14.00

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COSTA MESA, Calif., March 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) today announced financial results for the 14- and 53-week periods ended December 31, 2025. Highlights for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025 compared to the fourth quarter ended December 25, 2024 were as follows: Total revenue was $123.5 million compared to $114.3 million.System-wide comparable restaurant sales(1) increased by 2.1%.Income from operations was $10.3 million compared to $9.0 million.Restaurant contribution(1) was $17.9 million, or 17.5% of company-operated restaurant revenue, compared to $16.0 million, or 16.7% of company-operated restaurant revenue.Net income was $6.5

DA Davidson initiated coverage of El Pollo Loco with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $11.00

COSTA MESA, Calif., March 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today announced it is testing five new menu innovations across approximately 60 restaurants, including locations in California and Utah. These market tests, running now through late April, reflect the brand's commitment to expanding flavor exploration, enhancing guest variety, and accelerating menu innovation in 2026. "The ‘Let's Get Loco®' rebrand last year wasn't just a call to action for consumers," said Jill Adams, CMO of El Pollo Loco. "It's also a mantra for our internal teams to push the boundaries, test the limits and deliver truly unique culinary innov

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COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco") (NASDAQ:LOCO) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Hosting the call will be Liz Williams, Chief Executive Officer, and Ira Fils, Chief Financial Officer. A press release with fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results will be issued that same day, shortly after the market close. The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing 201-493-6780. A replay will be available after the call and can be accessed by dialing 412-317-6671; the

With 24 protein heavy hitters, all under $15, the menu delivers big flavor, great value, and plenty of ways to fuel up COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today announced its Protein Packed Menu, a curated lineup of more than 20 protein-heavy existing menu items crafted to meet growing consumer demand for balanced, flavorful, and functional meals. Now available online, the Protein Packed Menu reimagines what "high protein" means in quick‑service dining. Centered on the brand's signature fire‑grilled chicken, the lineup spans burritos, salads, bowls, and more – with multiple items delivering over