El Pollo Loco

13233 W Mcdowell Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85395
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited El Pollo Loco six times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 22, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

Restaurants in Goodyear average 98, so El Pollo Loco trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: -- Cutting board on main prep line observed with heavy scoring and discoloration. Cutting surfaces must be maintained in good repair and easily cleanable. Resurface or replace all cutting boards in disrepair prior to the next routine inspection
4-501.12
95
Nov 14, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build-up of organic matter on soda nozzle for the horchata machine near server station. PIC cleaned nozzle at the time of inspection. Discussed cleaning frequency with the PIC. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter
4-602.11(E)
95
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 27, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed cold-water handle located on the mop sink to be leaking at time of inspection. PIC stated that they will put in a work order in to repair the handle. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
95
Jul 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Pollo Loco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Pollo Loco on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does El Pollo Loco compare to other restaurants in Goodyear?

El Pollo Loco most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is lower than the Goodyear average of 98.

Has El Pollo Loco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Pollo Loco have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Pollo Loco means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is El Pollo Loco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Pollo Loco is inspected around three times per year on average.