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    Papa's Tapas

    4.1 (392 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Dessert & coffee
    Alisa M.

    We visited on a Sunday evening and it was a poor experience all around. It was distinctly below average in every way possible. From the service to the food to the ambience. Every dish was incredibly salty and a poor take on the authentic flavors of tapas. Not only was the service slow, but they forgot dishes we had ordered as well as our drinks. I mentioned to my partner how dirty the women's bathroom was when I used it and he mentioned the peeguard that was on top of the cabinet when he took our son to use the men's bathroom. I was really hoping for a better experience after saying it was only a 4.1. I usually like to give these types of places the benefit of the doubt and try them anyways, and it just left us regretting visiting.

    Um mine Yum
    Elesha G.

    Excellent - easy fun happy hour ! A+++ service ps ask Amanda to whisper to you :-) super polite and excellent food - 10/10 did not disappoint !

    Paella Marinera
    Katrina T.

    Honestly a very mediocre paella. It reminded me of when I went to Colorado and got peas and carrots in my egg drop soup in a buffet. In the same fashion, this one had peas. I don't know what it is about peas and carrots in places I don't think should have peas and carrots, but it just tastes bad and sucks. The paella also had splashes where I could taste the alcohol because it hadn't been cooked thoroughly, and some places where it was very tasty (very few spots). For something that takes so long to cook, you would think they would wait to cook out the alcohol taste completely. The seafood selection reminds me of frozen mixed seafood packets you get at the super market. Despite the yellow color, it was bland and reminded me of the paella they served at my school's cafeteria. The restaurant was cute though.

    Andrea U.

    I made reservations a week in advance for four of us. There was plenty of free parking in the lot in front. The menus were very appealing, everything looked delicious. We ordered our seafood paellas in advance as it takes an hour to prepare. We started with sangrias and lots of different tasty tapas. The empanadas and croquettes were delicious. For dinner, we shared a huge seafood paella with a lobster tail, shrimp, clams, mahi-mahi, mussels, and calamari. The seafood was sweet and just melted in our mouths. The complementary pistachio flan was amazing. Service was impeccable, and our dinner was memorable. We were not rushed. We enjoyed sitting and chatting a little bit after dinner.

    Pulpo
    Steve C.

    We tried a lot of different plates at Papa's Tapas. We started off with a few drinks - the Spanish Mule was mostly ice for $17. We pre-ordered the vegetable paella - it was okay, bland - better as a left over the next day. The empanadas (beef and chicken) were decent. Spanish olives were not that good. A few of the dishes were tasteless and oily, like the tiny pieces of chicken in the pollo ajillo and the sautéed pulpo (octopus). The chorizo al jerez was just okay. Probably the best dish was the pork montadito - shredded pork on a baguette. I was disappointed. I ate at Papa's about 4 years ago and I remember it being much better.

    Yummy sea bass
    Franny A.

    A charming Spanish spot in Delray that's very popular & well regarded. Ate: Sea bass $21 Green salad $7 The food was very good & a good value. The sea bass was served with rice & beans & a nice Spanish green sauce. The tenor of service at the bar was unfriendly. So much so I didn't want to ask any questions.i noticed I wasn't served the very fresh rolls as I left adding to the vibe.

    Marcie M.

    Went for happy hour on Friday and wasn't busy, which was nice. The happy hour menu wasn't that exciting but the empanadas and the chorizo quesadillas were on there for six dollars and those were both very good. We got the lamb chops that were market price ended up being $48 . They were good . The octopus unfortunately tasted like it was from a can or boiled but very fishy and slimy. I actually sent it back because it was inedible . The server grace looked at me like I had three heads when I told her I didn't like it and I actually had to ask her if I can send it back or get something else instead of her offering like any other place would have meanwhile I only took one bite of it. Ordered the red sangria, which just tasted like cheap red wine. We had to actually ask for sweetener just to try to make it taste a little more like sangria. Overall wasn't bad, but I would not order the octopus or the sangria.

    Erma D.

    Everything tasted so good!! The seafood platter was chef's kiss, the calamari was Great. The lamb... plantain... EVERYTHING!! I am giving the food 4 stars because of one specific reason (in my opinion) it was too salty. Just like when you adding spice(hot peppers ) in the food, you have to be mindful of every single person that will be eating it, to me Salt is the same. Don't get me wrong, I am not saying that the food wasn't great. On the other hand, everything was cooked to perfection tasted delicious, but the salt was also a lot. I would definitely recommend the place. The paella was so good that I had to bring it home. But also on the other hand, I would ask them for less salt next time when I visit

    The Cazuelita
    Richard S.

    Great selection of Spanish tapas, both hot and cold plus some nice Spanish dishes including paella which takes 1 hour to make. Tre was a great sever. Went on a Saturday night, mistake, much too loud and noisy. Been here several times before when it was much more enjoyable with the noise level. I tried the Fried Calamari, lightly battered calamari and fried vegetables with aioli Sweet Angels and the Cazuelita, shrimp, scallops, calamari, mushrooms & chorizo sautéed with garlic, olive oil, and white wine, both were very good. My wife ordered the sweet plantains wrapped in applewood bacon and drizzled with a butter brandy. Also the Meatballs Andalucia, meatballs made with beef, mozzarella, dates and almonds served in tomato Pisto sauce . Also very good. Definitely something different than the normal except of for the noise level.

    Kemal K.

    Absolutely love Papa's Tapas. The food is consistently flavorful, fresh, and made with care--especially the garlic shrimp and paella, which are always standouts. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the service feels like family. Whether you're here for a casual night out or a special occasion, it never disappoints. A true gem in Delray!

    Cazuelita

    Some of the best food I've ever had and always consistent and a great atmosphere and service!

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    Keith H.

    Wanted a selection of small plates and this was the perfect fit. Inside and outside tables and as is normal quite difficult to park in busy DelRay. Six dishes and everyone pleasant and tasty. Pork crochets, beef empanadas, shrimp plate,meat balls,bruschetta and finally baked cheese on flat bread. Good cocktail choices and behind the bar to large kegs of red and white Sangria which are served in generous large pottery jugs. Final nice touch as we were setting to leave staff member went to open the door and thank us. It is a great family run restaurant.

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    The food was spectacular! Everything we ordered was delicious. Would definitely recommend this place. Great for a date night.

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    Lovely all around Good food good service. Right price. Doesn't have much curb appeal so wouldn't expect it

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    Sat outside with 5 adult family members- Order drinks and 2 rounds of tapas- All very good- Will return-

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    We were most certainly in the restaurant. In experienced wait staff and mediocre food.

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