The Seasonal Tamale Offerings Rooted in Mexican Holiday Tradition are Available for a Limited Time Only Costa Mesa, CA ( RestaurantNews.com ) El Pollo Loco ("El Pollo Loco" or "Company") (Nasdaq:LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken chain, has launched new Handmade Chicken Tamales, a classic Mexican holiday tradition, to kick off the holiday season. The tamales are available in a limited edition line of new Handmade Chicken Tamale Platters or to add to any family meal for just $5.99. "As the holidays are approaching, we want our customers to enjoy El Pollo Loco's tasty and authentic Mexican holiday tamales," said Heather Gardea, Vice President of Research and Development and Executive Chef at El Pollo Loco.