Franchise Process

Step 1–Online Inquiry
If you meet or exceed our financial and operational minimum requirements as stated above, and you are interested in an open territory (see Territories tab), complete the online inquiry form.

Step 2–Phone Conference
Once we receive your online inquiry form, one of our franchise development team members will set up a phone interview with you to further discuss your interest in franchising. If both parties are in agreement, you will be directed to Step 3.

Step 3–Franchise Application & FDD
You will be sent the El Pollo Loco Franchise Application and Franchise Disclosure Document Notice Form. Once completed and returned in its entirety with all required documentation, the FDD will be sent to you either electronically via download or hard copy via US Mail.

Step 4–Operational & Financial Approval
Your application will be reviewed internally and an operational assessment will be set up with one of our team members.

Step 5–El Pollo Loco Management Approval
Your application and business plan will be presented to our management team for review and approval. If approved, a Development Agreement will be prepared and sent to you.