El Pollo Loco Will Open in McKinney, Bringing New Dining Option
A new El Pollo Loco is slated to open at 211 N. Custer Road in McKinney at the end of December, converting the former Arby’s site into a grilled chicken restaurant. The location will offer the chain's burrito bowls, tostadas, salads and quesadillas, and onsite signage indicates the restaurant is hiring, creating new local job opportunities and more dining choices for residents.
El Pollo Loco announced plans to occupy 211 N. Custer Road in McKinney, with an anticipated opening window at the end of December. The site is the former Arby’s location, and signage at the property shows the company is recruiting staff ahead of the launch. The new restaurant will feature the chain’s signature grilled chicken menu, including burrito bowls, tostadas, salads and quesadillas.
The arrival of a national fast casual brand at this address follows a common pattern of reuse for suburban commercial parcels, replacing a previous quick service tenant with a restaurant focused on grilled chicken options. For local residents the change translates into expanded lunchtime and dinner choices within the city, a visible public investment in the corridor and the potential for increased foot traffic to surrounding businesses.
Onsite hiring activity signals direct employment effects for McKinney. While specific job counts were not listed on the signage, openings of this type typically create positions in kitchen operations, counter service and management. Those roles can provide entry level opportunities for young workers and part time work for students or adults seeking supplemental income. New payroll at the location will also contribute to local sales tax collections and economic activity in the immediate neighborhood.
The El Pollo Loco menu emphasis on grilled chicken fits broader consumer demand for protein focused and portable meals. Menu items such as burrito bowls and salads appeal to diners looking for quicker service with perceived healthier options compared to some other fast food choices. For commuters and nearby office workers, the location on N. Custer Road offers a convenient stop for takeout or dine in orders.
Residents interested in employment or in updates on the opening should check the onsite signage at 211 N. Custer Road for hiring instructions and return to the location at the end of December to see the new restaurant in operation. The new El Pollo Loco will join McKinney’s growing roster of quick service and fast casual dining options as the city continues to expand.
