MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pollo Tropical®, the quick-service restaurant chain famous for its marinated, fire-grilled chicken, roast pork, signature sides, and more – has ignited a spectrum of enhancements to its unique menu and fresh ingredients that will make Pollo fans everywhere fall in love with its flavor all over again.
As part of its renewal plan, the brand has increased focus on the quality and freshness of its offerings. In addition, the Research and Culinary Development team has created a variety of new menu items that include:
- Guava BBQ Ribs
A new original, fresh Slow-Roasted Guava BBQ Rib recipe featuring pork ribs basted in a sweet guava BBQ sauce
- Grilled Chicken BLT Sandwich
Boasting Pollo Tropical’s famous fire-grilled chicken, double smoked premium bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce and fresh-sliced tomato served with chipotle mayo sauce
- Pollo Bites Kids’ Meal
A new Pollo Tropical Kids’ Meal featuring 100% white meat, antibiotic free, crispy chicken bites, served with a side dish such as French fries (or other options including Mac & Cheese, coleslaw, etc…), apple juice or kids’ drink, and a chocolate chip cookie for just $4.99
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Four New Side Dishes
- Corn Casserole
- Mac & Cheese
- Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
- Coleslaw
- An all new Pollo Cheesecake
- A new signature Key Lime Pie
As part of the introduction of these new menu items, for a limited time, Pollo Tropical is offering the brand’s traditional 1/4 Fire-Grilled Chicken and the new Guava BBQ Ribs, along with rice & beans (or one side dish in some markets) for just $7.49. The brand is also offering its new Grilled Chicken BLT sandwich as a combo with any one side dish and a fountain drink for just $5.99.
According to Pollo Tropical President Danny Meisenheimer, the focus is about enhancing the variety, quality, freshness and value of the menu.
“Pollo Tropical has been working on enhancing the quality and freshness of our menu. The development and introduction of these new items marks an exciting moment in our history,” Meisenheimer said. “They complement the foundation of our 24-hour marinated, fire-grilled chicken and homemade sides and take the brand to an all new level of freshness, variety and craveability. We will once again become our guests “Pollo.”
Mr. Meisenheimer added that Pollo Tropical continues to develop new menu items as part of the brand’s renewal plan, focusing on freshness and one-of-a-kind menu offerings.
For more information about Pollo Tropical, or to view a complete online menu please visit www.pollotropical.com.
About Pollo Tropical
Pollo Tropical, a subsidiary of Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc., is a quick-service concept known for its fresh, fire-grilled chicken marinated in a proprietary blend of tropical fruit juices and spices. Other craveable favorites include Mojo Roast Pork and freshly made sides including rice, beans, corn casserole, and more. The menu’s emphasis is on freshness and quality, with a focus on flavorful chicken served “hot off the grill.” Founded in 1988, the Miami-based company currently owns and operates more than 140 locations throughout Florida and Georgia, plus five licensed restaurants on college campuses and 32 franchised locations throughout the Caribbean, Central America, South America and Puerto Rico. For more information, visit Pollo Tropical’s website at www.pollotropical.com.
About Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc.
Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc., owns, operates and franchises Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana® restaurant brands. The brands specialize in the operation of fast casual/quick service, ethnic restaurants that offer distinct and unique flavors with broad appeal at a compelling value. The brands feature fresh-made cooking, drive-thru service and catering. For more information about Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc., visit the corporate website at www.frgi.com.