El Pollo Rico

Chicken restaurant · Virginia Square

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"There are many Peruvian-style chicken restaurants scattered throughout D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, and critically acclaimed El Pollo Rico is the granddaddy of them all. Just look for the giant plume of smoke and follow the scent of spice-rubbed rotisserie chicken that hangs in the air. Be sure to load up on the aioli, hot sauce, and fried yuca, too." - Tim Ebner

Where to Order Succulent Roast Chicken Around D.C. - Eater DC
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932 N Kenmore St, Arlington, VA 22201 Get directions

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