King Pollo – Mexican
The air at King Pollo is thick with the savory, spiced aroma of slow-roasted rotisserie chicken, drawing diners into a vibrant space where Latin American comfort food takes center stage. Golden-brown birds emerge from the heat with perfectly crisp skin and succulent meat, complemented by hearty plates of tender carne asada and the rich, traditional flavors of bistec a la pobre. This lively neighborhood spot transforms simple ingredients into a soulful feast, where the smoky char of the grill and authentic seasonings create a warm, inviting atmosphere for a shared family meal.
682, South Pickett Street, Alexandria, VA, 22304 https://kingpollo.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at King Pollo
Dairy-Free at King Pollo
King Pollo in Alexandria has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Chicken Meal, Bean & Rice and 1/4 Chicken Meal, White. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at King Pollo
King Pollo in Alexandria has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Chicken Meal, 1/4 Chicken Meal, White and Whole Chicken Only. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at King Pollo
King Pollo in Alexandria has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pescado Empanizado, Bean & Rice and Pan con Frijoles. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at King Pollo
King Pollo in Alexandria has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Chicken Meal, Pupusa Revuelta and Pollo a la Crema. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at King Pollo
King Pollo in Alexandria has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Chicken Meal and Sopa de Mondongo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at King Pollo
King Pollo in Alexandria has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Chicken Meal, Sopa de Mondongo and Maracuya. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at King Pollo
King Pollo in Alexandria has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Whole Chicken Meal. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at King Pollo
King Pollo in Alexandria has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bean & Rice, Pan con Frijoles and Yuca. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at King Pollo
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pupusa Revuelta | 3 g | 37.2 g |
| Pollo a la Crema | 0 g | 32.2 g |
| Steak & Cheese Sub | 0.4 g | 27.8 g |
| Pescado Frito | 21.3 g | 23.8 g |
| Lomo Saltado | 120.4 g | 21.3 g |
| Pupusa de Queso con Loroco | 2.3 g | 20.6 g |
| Pollo Saltado | 18.1 g | 20.5 g |
| Chicharron only | 68.2 g | 18.4 g |
| Huevos Rancheros | 58.4 g | 15.4 g |
| Whole Chicken Meal | 0 g | 14.1 g |
| Pupusa de Queso con Chicharron | 0 g | 14 g |
| Chicken & Cheese Sub | 3 g | 14 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Peruvian Chicken
- 1/2 Chicken Meal - $12.99: One dark and one white meat with two sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Chicken Meal, All White - $13.99: Two white meat with two sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 Chicken Meal, White - $9.99: Breast and wing with two sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Chicken Only - $18.99: Whole chicken cut into 4 pc without sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Chicken Meal, All Dark - $11.99: Two dark meat with two sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 Chicken Meal, Dark - $8.99: Leg and Thigh with two sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Chicken Meal - $24.99: Whole chicken cut into 4 pc with two sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Bistec a la Pobre - $16.99: Beef steak and potatoes with fried eggs, White Rice and Plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada - $15.99: Marinated and grilled thin beef steak with White Rice, Beans and Salad with 2 tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Guisada - $14.99: Beef stew in a thick tomato sauce with 2 sides & 2 tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chuleta de Cerdo - $13.99: Pork chop marinated in spices and herbs with 2 sides and 2 tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Mix - $17.99: Grilled chicken and beef with onion, pepper and tomato with sides and 2 tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lomo Saltado - $16.99: Stir-fried beef sirloin in tomato-soy-vinegar sauce with White Rice and Steak Fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescado Frito - $15.99: Whole fried fish with 2 sides, 2 tortillas and lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Guisado - $13.99: Braised chicken stew with 2 sides and 2 tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca con Chicharron - $12.99: Seasoned fried pork with Yuca, one side and 2 tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistec Ensebollado - $15.99: Pan-fried beef steak with onions, sides and 2 tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Desilada - $14.99: Sauteed hand-pulled beef brisket with scrambled Egg, White Rice, Salad and 2 tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chicharron only - $9.99: Bite-size, seasoned fried pork Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Costillas - $17.99: Grilled beef rib with 2 sides and 2 tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lengua Guisada - $16.99: Stewed beef tongue in tomato sauce with 2 sides and 2 tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescado Empanizado - $14.99: Breaded fish fillet with 2 sides, 2 tortillas and lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo a la Crema - $14.99: Chicken breast in a creamy sauce with onions and garlic, 2 sides and 2 tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Saltado - $14.99: Chicken stir-fry with onions and tomatoes with 2 sides Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Pupusas
- Pupusa de Queso - $3.5: Mozzarella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pupusa de Queso con Frijol - $3.5: Mozzarella cheese and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pupusa Revuelta - $3.5: Mozzarella cheese, beans and fried pork Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pupusa de Queso con Chicharron - $3.5: Mozzarella cheese and fried pork Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pupusa de Queso con Loroco - $3.5: Mozzarella cheese and Loroco flower Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Sopa de Mondongo - $12.99: Soup made from diced tripe Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopa de Res - $12.99: Soup made from beef shank, minced meat and vegetables Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sopa de Pollo - $10.99: Soup made from chicken meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Subs and Salads
- Chicken & Cheese Sub - $9.99: Made of Peruvian chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- King Pollo Salad - $10.99: Made of Peruvian chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak & Cheese Sub - $10.99: Steak and cheese on a sub roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast
- Desayuno Tipico Salvadoreno - $9.99: Typical Salvadoran breakfast Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $9.99: Ranch style eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pan con Frijoles - $5.99: Bread with beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Sides
- Bean & Rice - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plantain - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Fries - $3.99 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Horchata - $3.5: Beverage made of rice, nuts and cinnamon
- Maracuya - $3.5: Passion fruit drink Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Tamarindo - $3.5: Tangy Tamarind fruit drink
- Inca Kola, Can 12 oz - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Desserts
- Tamales de Pollo - $4.99: Steamed corncake filled with chicken and tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about King Pollo
- Is King Pollo dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. King Pollo has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Chicken Meal, Bean & Rice and 1/4 Chicken Meal, White.
- What can I eat at King Pollo on a dairy-free diet?
- Whole Chicken Meal, Bean & Rice and 1/4 Chicken Meal, White carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does King Pollo have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bean & Rice and Pan con Frijoles.
- Is King Pollo gluten-free?
- 12 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at King Pollo?
- Pupusa Revuelta, at roughly 37.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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