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About Pollo Campero

Founded in 1971 in Guatemala, Pollo Campero has risen to global fame with its distinctive and delicious chicken dishes. Boasting more than 350 locations worldwide, the brand is rapidly expanding in the United States. As it celebrates its milestone of 100 U.S. stores, Pollo Campero is set to win over American hearts (and palates) by introducing the rich flavors, unique menu and warm traditions Central Americans have loved for decades, adding a vibrant twist to the thriving quick-service restaurant (QSR) chicken market in the U.S.

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Pollo Campero
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about pollo campero

No. of Units Currently Open
100 + across the United States and 270 worldwide
No. of Units Expected to Open this Year
25+
Franchise Fee
$40,000
Royalty(%)
5%

FRANCHISE NEWS

Pollo Campero Franchise Has Seen Steady Growth So Far This Year and Is on Track for Further Expansion

Pollo Campero Franchise Has Seen Steady Growth So Far This Year and Is on Track for Further Expansion

FRANCHISE NEWS

Pollo Campero - 100 Under 100 - Technomic - Nation's Restaurant News - 1851 Franchise

Pollo Campero Honored on 100 Under 100 List by Technomic and Nation’s Restaurant News

FRANCHISE NEWS

CEO Spotlight: Guatemalan Chicken Is Sweeping the U.S.

CEO Spotlight: Guatemalan Chicken Is Sweeping the U.S.

FRANCHISE NEWS

Pollo Campero Franchise

How Pollo Campero Supports Franchisees for High Satisfaction

FRANCHISE NEWS

Pollo Campero Expands Its North Carolina Footprint With New Greensboro Location

Pollo Campero Expands Its North Carolina Footprint With New Greensboro Location Opening on March 11th

FRANCHISE NEWS

Pollo Campero Expands Its Louisiana Footprint With a Lease Signing in New Orleans

Pollo Campero Expands Its Louisiana Footprint With a Lease Signing in New Orleans

FRANCHISEE STORIES

How Diego Ruiz and Mauricio Blanco Are Growing Pollo Campero

From Family Business to Franchise Success: How Diego Ruiz and Mauricio Blanco Are Growing Pollo Campero

FRANCHISOR STORIES

Why Pollo Campero Is a Great Opportunity for Multi Operators

Why Pollo Campero Is a Great Opportunity for Multi Operators

FRANCHISE NEWS

Pollo Campero Franchise Has Seen Steady Growth So Far This Year and Is on Track for Further Expansion

Pollo Campero Franchise Has Seen Steady Growth So Far This Year and Is on Track for Further Expansion

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Latest Articles

Pollo Campero Expands Its North Carolina Footprint With New Greensboro Location
Franchise News
Feb 25, 20253 min read

Pollo Campero Expands Its North Carolina Footprint With New Greensboro Location Opening on March 11th

Award-winning franchisee Gilmer Alfaro is bringing his fifth Pollo Campero restaurant to North Carolina, this time in Greensboro.
Victoria Campisi

Victoria Campisi

Staff Writer

Pollo Campero Expands Its Louisiana Footprint With a Lease Signing in New Orleans
Franchise News
Jan 31, 20253 min read

Pollo Campero Expands Its Louisiana Footprint With a Lease Signing in New Orleans

Pollo Campero franchisees Diego Ruiz and Mauricio Blanco signed a lease agreement for their second Louisiana location.
Victoria Campisi

Victoria Campisi

Staff Writer

How Diego Ruiz and Mauricio Blanco Are Growing Pollo Campero
Franchisee Stories
Dec 24, 20249 min read

From Family Business to Franchise Success: How Diego Ruiz and Mauricio Blanco Are Growing Pollo Campero

Ruiz’s partnership with Blanco blends deep industry experience and bold decision making as the two strive to bring the beloved Central American chicken franchise to new heights in Louisiana.
Chris Irby

Chris Irby

Editor

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