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El Pollo Guapo
Welcome to our latest culinary exploration at Foodjoyy, where we dive into the vibrant world of El Pollo Guapo, a delightful eatery nestled at 1130 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412. Specializing in tacos and salads, El Pollo Guapo promises an exciting culinary journey filled with flavor and freshness. With a cozy atmosphere and friendly service, it's the perfect spot for a family meal or a casual lunch date.
The menu here is a celebration of chicken, presenting options like the 14 Chicken Dark Solo meal and the 14 Chicken White Solo meal, both served with rice, a choice of one side, and one sauce that elevates the dish. For families, the Whole Chicken with three sides offers an incredible feast, complemented by your choice of three sauces for dipping.
- Customer Favorites: The House Fries seasoned with chili lime and the Sweet Potato Wedges have become must-tries for many patrons, promising a burst of flavor in every bite.
- Unique Offerings: The catering menu is structured for creativity, allowing guests to build their own dishes from a selection of bases, toppings, and dressings.
- Signature Dishes: Tacos like the Fun-Gai featuring mushrooms and Brussels sprouts are just a few highlights that showcase El Pollo Guapo's unique culinary twist.
Emerging reviews sing high praises for the freshness and flavor of the dishes. Customer Rebekah H. raved about the freshness and claimed it had "the best guacamole I have ever had!" Meanwhile, Patrick P. noted the "unique and delicious" offerings, while his wife dubbed it the best eatery on James Island. These testimonials reflect the positive dining experiences awaiting every visitor.
If you’re a taco lover or in search of healthy, freshly-prepared meals, El Pollo Guapo could be your new go-to destination. The laid-back vibe, combined with attentive service, makes it an ideal spot to unwind while enjoying a culinary experience that speaks volumes with every bite. Whether you're aiming for a casual meal with friends or a family gathering, El Pollo Guapo stands out as a beacon of flavor and fun in Charleston.
So, grab your friends or family and head over for an unforgettable meal that promises to tantalize your taste buds and bring a smile to your face!
For inquiries, call (843) 225-4460.
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Stopped here with my family for lunch. I got a green bowl (the Span-ish chop) and my husband and son got a rice bowl. Our order was taken quickly and didn't have to wait very long for the food. I loved how fresh everything tasted! And SO flavorful! Hands down the best guacamole I have ever had! And the chicken was cooked to perfection! Both my son and I took home leftovers and ate every last bite! ”
“ LOVE this place! Tony is so sweet & we came here down from the Glastonbury location (our hometown) while visiting Charleston! LOVE LOVE LOVE pollo!!!! ”
“ Wife says this is the best place to eat on James Island. Hard to argue. Food is unique and delicious, service is great, vibe is cool and relaxed. ”
“ Have been wanting to try this place for a while and finally stopped in for happy hour. Very clean and friendly staff with great happy hour prices! We tried at least one each of the tacos at $3.00 each! Loved the Damn that is a spicy taco...the pickled onions were amazing! C'mon I'm a Fun-Gai taco was very good .... who would have thought mushrooms and Brussels on a taco but that hit a home run with this one. We also tried an empanada - it was packed with chicken and served with a sweet chili sauce. And the beer prices were awesome!! Tecate 16oz for $2.00!!! Great place! Sorry it took me so long to give them a try but we will be back very soon! Maybe this Friday !! ”
“ This is my second time at Pollo Guapo and the tacos were just as good the second round. My dad and I visited on a lunch date and found 1p on a week day to be quiet (so this is a perfect lunch spot if you're not looking for anything busy). The service was fine. The facility itself was decently? clean. There were four tables I passed up because they had a sticky surface, some weird residue, over the top. Otherwise the other half of the restaurant looked pretty clean. As I mentioned, the food was really good. The fun-gai taco has got to be my favorite with its mushrooms and Brussels sprouts but the hola guapo taco was equally scrumptious. 4 stars instead of 5 for the cleanliness ”
“ Our party LOVED this place!!! Great outdoor seating on even a warm day. We ate the quarter chicken and the Dased and Confused. Great flavors, the chicken was incredibly tender. An awesome find on James Island!! ”
“ El pollo guapo is a newish addition to the Folly Road restaurant options and I have had a chance to try it out a couple of times. The concept is easy: order at the counter, grab a number and pick your table. The food items I have tried and recommend are: - Chicken bowls: I had the Almost Legal bowl which has slaw, avocado, plantains, queso fresco , and of course their delicious rotisserie chicken. It was very good, but made on the healthy side, so the chicken skin was removed. If you are like me , ask for them to keep the skin. - Chicken nachos: Very good and different combo with notes of lime on the crema and the tajin sauce. It was weird at first but could not stop eating them after - Churros: ABSOLUTELYUT MAGIC. They are filled with dulce the leche and cooked perfectly. i like that you can order a single churro for cheap and dont have to get a full order like in other places. Great chicken and great times! ”
“ We stopped by El Pollo Guapo today on the way to the Festical of lights and surprisingly there was no one there. This was our first time. We walked in and were immediately greeted by the person at the counter, I explained it was our first time and he dug right in explaining the menu, giving us suggestions and some of his favorites. They also have a happy hour, so certain items on the board are half price (during certain hours) and then a specials board! He let my son try the limeade before we bought him one and I think that mixed with some lq for adults would be magnificent, though they already had adult versions in store but we didn't try them this time around... Anyways, the owner is from the Northeast, (CT) so I may be a little biased lollll but GO! They need peeps to eat all this wicked awesome goodness! Everything is so fresh. Picture was the family meal- Full Bird: Served with your choice of 3 sides & 3 sauces.and a chips and queso the queso was amazing and chips made in house! ”
“ Lunch date with my adult children. We were in the mood for Latin American food. El Pollo Guapo is a fast food type restaurant featuring rotisserie chicken, tacos, fresh salads and delicious side dishes. There is plenty of parking. Outdoor and indoor seating is available. I did a carryout order. They don't take orders by phone so you need to order using the website for convenient ordering and payment. My food was ready in under 15 minutes. Inside the restaurant it is brightly colored with a picture of a big, handsome chicken...a.k.a. el pollo guapo. I ordered the span-ish chop salad. It featured Romain lettuce, corn, avocado, crispy chicken peas, marinated cucumber, Pico, queso fresco and pickled onion with white meat chicken tossed in a cilantro lime vinegrette. This was a big portion of fresh delicious veggies and tender white meat chicken tossed with a lite dressing that just brought all those flavors together. It was a little pricey, but worth it for the freshness and unique mix of veggies. I would recommend El Pollo Guapo if you are looking for a fast food Latin American influenced menu. ”
“ Very good fast casual restaurant with everything prepared to order. You go to the counter and order. A server comes to your table to delivery your food. We sat outside and had a pleasant experience. I had the Dazed and Confused Bowl, which I really enjoyed. Lots of veggies and meats so beautifully prepared. My only negative is that the prices are much higher than I would expect for a meal like this. Three people cost about $80 and we had counter service. ”
