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Original Pollo — Restaurant in Berkeley

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Original Pollo
Description
Down-to-earth counter-serve restaurant for BBQ chicken alongside burgers, burritos & gyros.
Nearby attractions
Berkeley Repertory Theatre
2025 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
2155 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94720, United States
Aurora Theatre Company
2081 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States
The Freight
2020 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Brower Center
2150 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life
2121 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94720
Berkeley Public Library
2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Ohlone Park
Milvia St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Edwards Stadium
2223 Fulton St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley Community Theater
1930 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Nearby restaurants
Revival Bar+Kitchen
2102 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Comal
2020 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Pizzeria da Laura
2049 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Imm Thai Street Food
2068 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Jupiter
2181 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
IPPUDO Berkeley
2015 Kala Bagai Wy, Berkeley, CA 94704
Happy Lemon | Berkeley
2106 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
heytea (Berkeley)
2125 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Arinell Pizza
2119 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Lucia's Berkeley
2016 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Nearby local services
Joe iPhone Unlock & Repair Services (JIURS)
2081 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Target
2187 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Paint Nail Beauty Spa - Berkeley
137 Berkeley Sq, Berkeley, CA 94704
Stone Room 2
2018 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley Ace Hardware
2020 Milvia St Suite 100, Berkeley, CA 94704
Nepalese Gift and Smoke Shop
2049 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley YMCA
2001 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Target Grocery
2187 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
Onyx Custom Suiting
1935a Addison St office 112, Berkeley, CA 94704
SG Real Estate
2105 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Nearby hotels
Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley
2121 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Nash Hotel Berkeley
2045 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
ACE Berkeley Student Apartments
2108 Berkeley Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley YMCA Residence
2001 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Downtown Berkeley Inn
2001 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Sather Hotel Berkeley, SureStay Collection By Best Western
1820 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703
Signature Inn Berkeley
1761 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703
SenS Hotel
1538 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709
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Original Pollo

2101 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
4.5(114)$$$$
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Down-to-earth counter-serve restaurant for BBQ chicken alongside burgers, burritos & gyros.

attractions: Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, Aurora Theatre Company, The Freight, Brower Center, The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life, Berkeley Public Library, Ohlone Park, Edwards Stadium, Berkeley Community Theater, restaurants: Revival Bar+Kitchen, Comal, Pizzeria da Laura, Imm Thai Street Food, Jupiter, IPPUDO Berkeley, Happy Lemon | Berkeley, heytea (Berkeley), Arinell Pizza, Lucia's Berkeley, local businesses: Joe iPhone Unlock & Repair Services (JIURS), Target, Paint Nail Beauty Spa - Berkeley, Stone Room 2, Berkeley Ace Hardware, Nepalese Gift and Smoke Shop, Berkeley YMCA, Target Grocery, Onyx Custom Suiting, SG Real Estate
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Phone
(510) 486-8027
Website
orderoriginalpollo.com
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Fri7 AM - 5 PMClosed

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Featured dishes

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Gyros
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Gyros
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Gyros

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Nearby attractions of Original Pollo

Berkeley Repertory Theatre

Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

Aurora Theatre Company

The Freight

Brower Center

The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life

Berkeley Public Library

Ohlone Park

Edwards Stadium

Berkeley Community Theater

Berkeley Repertory Theatre

Berkeley Repertory Theatre

4.8

(434)

Open 24 hours
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Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

4.5

(447)

Closed
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Aurora Theatre Company

Aurora Theatre Company

4.7

(77)

Open 24 hours
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The Freight

The Freight

4.8

(140)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Nearby restaurants of Original Pollo

Revival Bar+Kitchen

Comal

Pizzeria da Laura

Imm Thai Street Food

Jupiter

IPPUDO Berkeley

Happy Lemon | Berkeley

heytea (Berkeley)

Arinell Pizza

Lucia's Berkeley

Revival Bar+Kitchen

Revival Bar+Kitchen

4.3

(330)

$$$

Open until 10:30 PM
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Comal

Comal

4.3

(717)

$$

Closed
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Pizzeria da Laura

Pizzeria da Laura

4.6

(205)

$$

Open until 12:00 AM
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Imm Thai Street Food

Imm Thai Street Food

4.4

(738)

$

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Nearby local services of Original Pollo

Joe iPhone Unlock & Repair Services (JIURS)

Target

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Stone Room 2

Berkeley Ace Hardware

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Berkeley YMCA

Target Grocery

Onyx Custom Suiting

SG Real Estate

Joe iPhone Unlock & Repair Services (JIURS)

Joe iPhone Unlock & Repair Services (JIURS)

4.8

(150)

Click for details
Target

Target

3.7

(212)

Click for details
Paint Nail Beauty Spa - Berkeley

Paint Nail Beauty Spa - Berkeley

4.6

(25)

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Stone Room 2

Stone Room 2

5.0

(67)

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The owner was polite, but the food was only 2 stars at best. I got a denver omelet, which was very pedestrian. It was ok. Nothing special. I saw the cook rub his nose & then immediately touch food on a plate, in the kitchen. I will not go back. No offense, but that sealed the deal. The owner was talking to the cook right when the cook did the deed but said nothing. I already paid for my meal, so I stayed, but I won't go back.
Achim SchmidAchim Schmid
I had the chicken kabob for lunch at Original Pollo, and it was absolutely delicious! The food was freshly prepared, and the flavors were fantastic. The staff was very friendly and provided great service. The diner itself was clean and welcoming, with a convenient location near the Downtown Berkeley BART station and UC Berkeley. I would definitely recommend it and look forward to coming back!
Alvin ShuhAlvin Shuh
There is something so comforting to the soul about dining at an old world establishment like this. Pollo’s is a holdout of old fashions while it’s surroundings rapidly embrace modernity. The food is typical diner food done very well and the prices are unbeatable for the area. The owner knows most customers by name and that shows the impact restaurants like these have on the community.
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The owner was polite, but the food was only 2 stars at best. I got a denver omelet, which was very pedestrian. It was ok. Nothing special. I saw the cook rub his nose & then immediately touch food on a plate, in the kitchen. I will not go back. No offense, but that sealed the deal. The owner was talking to the cook right when the cook did the deed but said nothing. I already paid for my meal, so I stayed, but I won't go back.
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I had the chicken kabob for lunch at Original Pollo, and it was absolutely delicious! The food was freshly prepared, and the flavors were fantastic. The staff was very friendly and provided great service. The diner itself was clean and welcoming, with a convenient location near the Downtown Berkeley BART station and UC Berkeley. I would definitely recommend it and look forward to coming back!
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There is something so comforting to the soul about dining at an old world establishment like this. Pollo’s is a holdout of old fashions while it’s surroundings rapidly embrace modernity. The food is typical diner food done very well and the prices are unbeatable for the area. The owner knows most customers by name and that shows the impact restaurants like these have on the community.
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Reviews of Original Pollo

4.5
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4.0
2y

Pollo's Restaurant is a cozy and casual Mexican restaurant located in San Francisco, California. The restaurant has a simple and unpretentious ambiance that makes you feel right at home as soon as you walk in.

The menu at Pollo's features a variety of classic Mexican dishes, with a focus on fresh and flavorful grilled chicken. One standout dish is the pollo asado, which is marinated in a savory blend of spices and grilled to perfection. The tacos are also a must-try, with a variety of fillings to choose from and handmade tortillas that are deliciously soft and fluffy.

In addition to its delicious food, Pollo's also offers a variety of refreshing drinks, including horchata, jamaica, and tamarindo. The service at Pollo's is friendly and attentive, with staff who are happy to provide recommendations and answer any questions you may have.

Pollo's is also a great spot for those who are on a budget, as the prices are very reasonable and the portions are generous. The restaurant is also conveniently located near public transportation, making it easy to get to from anywhere in the city.

Overall, Pollo's Restaurant is a great choice for anyone looking for delicious and affordable Mexican food in a casual and welcoming atmosphere. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the San...

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5.0
2y

I LUV this place. I worked down the street for 3 1/2 years & I ate there multiple times a week. I just ate there a few days ago; & while looking around at the dozens of restaurants in Berkeley to choose from, my friend & I both yell, "Pollo's."

The cool thing about Pollo's are the MENU & the owners - two older guys that seem to always be there. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS. The MENU is hard to explain- there is something for everyone: burritos, salmon, steak, BBQ plate, breakfasts (all day long), best burgers & fries plus NY deli-style stuff.

I had a 1/2 lb BACON cheeseburger w/fries. It WAS EPIC! Great charcoal grill flavor. LUV their fries. I don't understand how they get them so crispy. When I worked nearby, I felt very virtuous when I could order, "...just 1/2 order of fries...", when what I really wanted to do was shove the old guy out of the way and stuff my gullet.

Next time your down at the Freight & Salvage or Half Priced Books or getting off BART, stop-by. They are open ALL DAY. You will be...

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2.0
32w

i got my food to go. my chips were so stale, like unbelievably stale. idk how they found such stale chips to give me. i got a beef burrito, and it was cold inside. like not just the sour cream and guac, the rice, the tortilla, the meat. the whole inside was cold and cheese wasnt even melted fully. idk what the vibes are here and how some people get great meals and some don't. wouldnt go back here again if im just going to be given bad food :-/ for a $16 burrito, really upsetting and...

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