1975 POLLO LOCO

Pancho Ochoa funds the first POLLO LOCO in the world on January 6, 1975 with great success; thus, the concept of charbroiled chicken is born.

1980 POLLO LOCO

It opens its doors in Los Angeles, CA; the first mexican restaurant franchise that crosses the border.

1987 TACO PALENQUE

Pancho Ochoa inaugurates TACO PALENQUE in Laredo, TX with a unique flavor and located in McAllen, Brownsville, Cotulla, Houston & San Antonio, TX as well as Nuevo Laredo, México.

2005 PALENQUE GRILL

In the Summer of 2005, Pancho Ochoa and his sons created a 100% family-friendly restaurant with a casual athmosphere of good taste and excellent cuisine for demanding palates.