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Ay Papa Que Rico

4.3 (717 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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AY PAPA QUE RICO ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Lisa R.

Went here with a family member to get lunch. Family member had been 3 times before and highly recommended the place. We ordered 2 chicken specials (comes with tortillas, choice of type of rice and beans and 2 empanadas (beef and jalapeno). The star of the show is their chicken! So moist and flavorful! Place has booths so one may eat there or place order in advance for takeout. Pictures everywhere around the colorful booths. Obtaining our order was fast however the cashier scanned card which is NOT what family member wanted to do. In one order, I specifically stated Black beans which I did not receive. Parking is hard to get to location, try to street parking. Hopefully they will get better parking options in the future. Overall, the food is very good.

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Nohely M.

I tried them this past Friday via Grubhub delivery for the 1/2 chicken combo plate and it didn't disappoint at all. I must admit being a valley native, never have I ever tried them in the past and wow was I missing out. Combo comes with: four pieces of chicken with two sides, salsa, tortillas and a jalapeño. This is a very generous combo and the chicken was really good in flavor and retained its moisture as well. Definite give them a try when you are craving chicken you will not be disappointed. I must visit a location in person to check out their other plates.

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Christopher B.

Do not sleep on this place ! Go to Van Nuys and treat yourself to some very authentic food. I loved that this place is community based. The love is in the food . The chicken is seasoned to perfection and the people are super sweet. During lunch service is busy but beyond that you can get in and out within 15 minutes. Ambiance is pretty hole in the wall but what good food is not? It's clean and feels like you're in someone's Aunties kitchen.

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Scott B.

Ay Papa Que Rico is a fantastic Cuban inspired charbroiled chicken restaurant. Had a craving for Cuban food after a recent rewatch of the movie, Chef. Stopped here for the first time and had to try the chicken based on the delicious smell as well as a Cubano. Both were mouthwatering. The chicken was perfect and the black beans and yellow rice I got with it were great. The Cubano was near perfection. I look forward to coming back and trying more of the menu

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Artem T.

Very tasty food, good service, I recommend it to everyone. There is parking convenient location

1/2 chicken meal
Karie F.

Very good Chicken! Sides were ok. I didn't like the seasoning on the coleslaw. Beans and rice were good. Fresh salsa. Friendly employees, parking is a mess.

Empanada

The food tastes good but the preparation isn't always consistent unfortunately. I've ordered the same items multiple times and they can be different each time.

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Reviews are largely positive. Many highlight the juicy, flavorful chicken, generous portions, and friendly, helpful service.

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1 year ago

Great chicken for great value. Staff is super friendly. More of a hole in the wall spot but lots of options and excellent food. Go hungry!

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4 months ago

half chicken combo was perfectly roasted and completely packed with savory flavor. The service was excellent and my food came out very fast.

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Food! So good, fresh, and service was fast. First timer and will come back when in LA!

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This place is perfect! Every time!! Juicy chicken! Great sides! Consistently good! Fast, convenient.

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Always a long line forever to get food ready, food not that good most of their stuff is frozen and not fresh

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