# Sonoran-Style Burrito Menus The El Pollo Loco Loco Burrito Grillers are Northern Mexico-Inspired By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loco-burrito-grillers References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2022/12/el-pollo-loco-introduces-new-burrito-grillers.html) & [elpolloloco](https://www.elpolloloco.com)  The [El Pollo Loco Loco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loco-tenders) Burrito Grillers are a new range of menu items being launched as a Northern Mexico-inspired cuisine option for patrons to pick up this winter. The Sonoran-style burritos come with your choice of citrus-marinated, [fire-grilled chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-habanero-firegrilled-chicken) or shredded beef along with shredded cheese, diced onions and chopped cilantro in a soft tortilla before being grilled. The burritos come with two servings per order along with a side of [Loco Dipping Sauce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dipping-burritos) that boasts a warm, savory chili broth flavor that's finished with a touch of queso blanco for creaminess. The El Pollo Loco Loco Burrito Grillers are arriving now at participating locations nationwide, but will only be available for a limited time. Image Credit: El Pollo Loco ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Northern Mexico-inspired Cuisine:** Restaurants can explore incorporating Sonoran-style dishes into their menu offerings to cater to customers looking for unique, regional flavors. - **DIY Burrito Kits:** Businesses can capitalize on the popularity of burritos by offering customers the ingredients to make their own Sonoran-style burritos in the comfort of their own homes. - **Collaborative Menu Offerings:** Companies can seek partnerships with regional chefs and restaurants to offer new and unique menu items that cater to different taste preferences, such as adding Sonoran-style burritos to their menus. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants can leverage regional cuisines, like Sonoran-style dishes, to attract and retain customers through unique flavor offerings. - **Meal Kit Delivery Services:** Meal kit delivery services can explore offering Sonoran-style burrito kits to customers who enjoy cooking at home and trying new recipes. - **Collaborative Marketing:** Brands, such as El Pollo Loco, can seek collaborations with other businesses, particularly those that specialize in regional cuisine, to create unique and memorable dining experiences for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fire-Grilled Burrito Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firegrilled-chicken-burritos.md) - [Dippable Beef Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mexican-shredded-beef-birria.md) - [Overstuffed Mexican Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overstuffed-quesadilla.md) - [Mexican QSR Menu Additions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shredded-beef-birria.md) - [Mexican Holiday Carnita Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-pollo-loco-1.md) - [Deconstructed Cuisine Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dos-locos-salads.md) - [Seasonally Stuffed Quesadillas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-quesadillas.md) - [Double Protein Burrito Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-pollo-fit-bowls.md) - [Extra-Fresh Salad Wrap Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresca-salads-and-wraps.md)