El Pollo LoCo Holdings ( (LOCO) ) has released its Q2 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information El Pollo LoCo Holdings presented to its investors.
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El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. is a prominent player in the fast-casual restaurant industry, known for its fire-grilled chicken and Mexican-inspired cuisine, with a strong presence in the United States and a growing international footprint.
In its second quarter of 2025, El Pollo Loco reported a slight increase in total revenue to $125.8 million, up from $122.2 million in the same period last year. Despite a minor decline in system-wide comparable restaurant sales, the company saw improvements in restaurant contribution and adjusted EBITDA.
Key financial highlights include a net income of $7.1 million, or $0.24 per diluted share, compared to $7.6 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, in the previous year. Adjusted net income rose to $8.2 million, or $0.28 per diluted share, reflecting strategic investments in brand re-launch and menu innovations. The company also reported an increase in franchise revenue by 14.8%, driven by new restaurant openings and IT system rollouts.
El Pollo Loco’s management remains optimistic about future growth, with plans to open up to eleven new restaurants by the end of 2025 and a focus on expanding its development pipeline for 2026. The company aims to maintain its position as a leader in the fire-grilled chicken segment, leveraging its menu innovations and operational efficiencies to drive long-term sustainable growth.