El Pollo Norteno

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23591 Rockfield Blvd Ste G
Lake Forest, CA 92630

El Pollo Norteño, a beloved Mexican restaurant in Lake Forest, CA, has been serving up delicious grilled chicken cooked over real Mesquite charcoal since 1981. Founded by Anabella and Salvador Corona, their commitment to excellence, quality, and great prices has made their food a popular choice for those seeking healthy and savory Mexican cuisine.

From individual and family meals of Mesquite Grilled Chicken to authentic dishes like tacos, burritos, and tortas, El Pollo Norteño offers a diverse menu of made-from-scratch Mexican favorites. With a focus on impeccable service and a unique cooking method using Mesquite charcoal, this restaurant continues to be a go-to spot for flavorful and satisfying meals.

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4.0109 reviews
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Alexis B.
10/17/2025

I'll keep it short..... El pollo Norteno ALWAYS gets me right. Never had a dry piece of meat ever, from the tacos to the chicken. So much better than El pollo loco. Just wish they had later...

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Alice L.
10/21/2025

I want to preface by saying that the staff are generally nice and I come here once a week because I like their food. However, with how stingy they are, I will not be coming anymore. I purchase a...

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Jose G.
9/16/2025

Everything needs to improve! Chicken was dry and old tasting ! A disappointment !!! Honest opinion terrible!!!

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Ava W.
12/14/2025

Our company had a catering event with El Pollo Norteno. The chicken bowl I had was light on flavor but with some provided condiments, it was nice. For a late morning meal, it was pleasant! Thank...

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Leeza D.
1/18/2025

I was in need of a whole chicken and this was convenient and a restaurant I always wanted to try. I walked in with all intentions of getting my chicken and going home and enjoying it. I asked...

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