El Pollo Loco to open first New York restaurant as it aims to become national chicken chain
El Pollo Loco plans to open its first New York City restaurant in Queens, New York, in mid-2027. The California-based grilled chicken chain aims to become a national player and has signed a lease for the location. The company also has development agreements for 15 additional restaurants in the area over the next five years.
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- ✓ El Pollo Loco will open its first New York City restaurant in Queens in 2027.
- ✓ El Pollo Loco has development agreements for 15 additional restaurants in the New York area over the next five years.
- ✓ The company appointed Damon Thomas as Chief Operating Officer.
What changed
El Pollo Loco announced its planned entry into New York, including a signed lease for its first restaurant in Queens, targeted to open in mid-2027.
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El Pollo Loco to open first New York restaurant in 2027
El Pollo Loco plans to open its first New York City restaurant in Queens, New York, in mid-2027. The California-based grilled chicken chain aims to become a national player and has signed a lease for the location. The company also has development agreements for 15 additional restaurants in the area over the next five years.
Why it matters
El Pollo Loco's expansion into New York marks a significant step in its growth strategy. The chain, known for its grilled chicken, is currently based in California and is looking to increase its presence across the United States. This move is part of the company's plan to become a national chicken chain.
What is confirmed
- El Pollo Loco will open its first New York City restaurant in Queens in 2027.
- El Pollo Loco has development agreements for 15 additional restaurants in the New York area over the next five years.
- The company appointed Damon Thomas as Chief Operating Officer.
What to watch next
- Opening date of El Pollo Loco's first New York restaurant
- Progress on additional New York locations
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (14)
- CNBC — El Pollo Loco to open first New York restaurant as it aims to become national chicken chain
- TradingView — El appoints Damon Thomas as Chief Operating Officer reporting to CEO Elizabeth “Liz” Williams
- Pluang — El Pollo Loco to open first NYC restaurant in Q...
- globenewswire.com — El Pollo Loco Announces New York Expansion and Strengthens Leadership Team to Accelerate Growth
- Stock Titan — A former Shake Shack executive joins El Pollo Loco (LOCO) as operations chief with a new pay package.
- ua.news — El Pollo Loco to open its first New York restaurant in 2027 — CNBC
- stocktitan.net — Queens is where El Pollo Loco plans its first New York restaurant, with a mid-2027 opening target.
- Chain Store Age — El Pollo Loco to make New York debut as its moves East
- SILive.com — Grilled chicken chain to open first New York City restaurant in 2027
- www.cnbc.com — El Pollo Loco to open first New York restaurant - CNBC
- www.diningandcooking.com — El Pollo Loco to open first New York restaurant - U.S ...
- capitaldigest.com — El Pollo Loco Expands to NYC: 15 New Locations Planned
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