El Pollo Loco plans 25 to 30 new restaurants in 2027 while projecting ~4.5% 2026 comparable sales growth

• "We are pleased to report another strong quarter for El Pollo Loco. System-wide same-store sales grew 5%... and restaurant contribution margin came in at 18.4%." (CEO & Director Elizabeth Williams)

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