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El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. reported second quarter 2026 financial results for the period ended July 1, 2026
LOCOEl Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. reported second quarter 2026 financial results for the period ended July 1, 2026. Total revenue increased to $129.6 million from $125.8 million in the prior year period. System-wide comparable restaurant sales grew by 3.9%, driven by a 4.2% increase in average check size at company-operated locations and a 4.5% increase at franchise locations. Net income rose to $12.8 million, or $0.43 per diluted share, compared to $7.1 million, or $0.24 per diluted share, previously. The improvement was largely attributable to a $6.3 million net gain from a legal settlement and reduced general and administrative expenses. The company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA outlook to between $68 million and $70 million. El Pollo Loco operates as a quick-service restaurant chain specializing in fire-grilled chicken across the United States.