Damn!!!
El Pollo Rico is by far the best chicken joint I've ever eaten at! I came down from NY to visit a friend and we just happened into EPR after we saw a line out the door to get in. We found out that there was a line for a very good reason. The seasoning, the austere nature and ambiance just further enhanced the experience. There isn't much on the menu but what was available was prepared to perfection. I find myself fantasizing about the chicken and insist that when my friend comes to town he doesn't come empty handed!
Recommended: 1/2 chicken,fries and cole slaw
Food: 10
Service: 8
Ambiance: 6
Overall: 10
- Freeport, NY

The Best Chicken on Earth
Pollo Rico is by far the best tasting chicken I have ever had the pleasure of sinking my teeth into. The seasonings in the marinade are totally unfamiliar, but completely compliments the wood grilled flavor. Don't let the "hole in the wall" exterior fool you. Heck! The smell itself will draw in you. That's how I found this place. I followed my nose until I foud the source of that heavenly smell! Its taste is consistently SUPERIOIR, and it is NEVER overcooked. It is always JUICY and tender, and out of this world!!! I write this review from Austin, TX where I now live, and I was sitting here fantasizing about having this chicken for dinner, so I thought I would encourage someone who lives in the greater Washington area to get some since I can't. (All of you lucky people in Maryland, I envy you now!)I think I would move back to Maryland just to be near this delicious chicken again. PLUS the platains are good too!!!
Recommended: Chicken and ripe plantains
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 6
Overall: 10
- Austin, TX