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El Pollo Loco opens second Albuquerque restaurant

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September 17, 2026

El Pollo Loco has opened its second Albuquerque, N.M., restaurant, the company announced in a press release.

The restaurant opened Sept. 16 and is operated by Ashim Chopra, CEO of CB Pollo NM 1. The location marks the franchise group's fourth El Pollo Loco restaurant and second in the Albuquerque region.

"We've been truly encouraged by the response El Pollo Loco has received in Albuquerque, and we're proud to continue investing in this community," Chopra said in a company press release. "Our newest restaurant gives us another opportunity to share the bold flavors, warm hospitality and fire-grilled meals our guests love, while creating a place where neighbors can gather, celebrate and make new memories together."





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