I've been meaning to visit a Pollo Campero since they arrived in Charlotte a year or two ago. I hate that I waited so long because they are cranking out some amazing Latin food!
On my first visit, we went a little crazy. I had the empanada trio and am still dreaming about those delicious dough pockets of goodness. I got one of each of the chicken fillings offered -- buffalo, verde, and chipotle. They were all amazing but verde was my favorite, hands down. Full of flavor and fresh herbs. Yum!! As if that wasn't enough food, the empanadas come with a side. I went with yucca because, well, I love yucca. Insider tip... skip the red campero sauce it comes with and ask for the green sauce (cilantro lime) instead.
Ted ordered the 4-piece chicken meal that came with two sides. We got a mix of fried and citrus grilled chicken. As good as the fried was (and that's what they're known for) I actually liked the grilled better. Ted picked fries and plantains for his sides. The fries weren't anything special. But, I loved, loved, loved the plantains! I ate most of them, truth be told.
I can't wait to go back to try out some of the other menu items like the chicken bowls and intriguing sides like the street corn salad and campero rice & beans. Oh! And the aguas frescas!