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    Papi Clary's Kitchen

    4.1 (518 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Spicy chicken fries 7/30/26
    Ayana K.

    If you're in the Concord area and looking for amazing food, this is your spot!! I've been coming here for years and never had any complaints... everything g is always fresh and made to order.. The staff is friendly and the customer service is impeccable!! The place is clean and well lit son some Friday nights they have an outdoor BBQ with a dj, Birria Lumpia: 1000/10 Big portion, awesome flavor, crispy & cheesy Birria Quesadilla 10/10. My daughter(12) loves this and it's her go to Spicy chicken fries: 10/10. This is a go to for my older daughter. Huge portion and the entire plate is covered. Pork Iloca empanadas: 9/10. Made to order and really good. I think I just waited too long and had to reheat it... I would get em again.

    Tocino Burrito (not the best picture, but SO good)
    Paul C.

    Papi Clary's was one of those word of mouth recommendations I'd heard from co-workers over the years. Kind of sad that I finally dined here once I got a new job out of the Concord-area! One thing you can always count on at Papi Clary's- great food and friendly employees! SO- the everyday menu at Papi Clary's of birria-topped dishes like Mac and cheese and tacos are delicious, HOWEVER, it's the daily specials I look forward to trying! I follow them on IG and I'm always looking forward to that next daily special post. They have a few usual suspects and have a few new specials in between. My absolute favorite special is the Surf & Turf Nachos! Generous portion of shrimp and steak with a delicious mix of nacho cheese, guacamole and some kind of delicious aioli. They also do frequent drops of Ilocos Empanadas. The pork longanisa, egg and mung bean filling is super hearty and delicious! My favorite from their everyday menu is the Birria Mac & Cheese. The birria is fork tender and the noodles are creamy, cheesy bites of amazingness! Follow them Instagram and I'm sure y'all will be hooked like I am!

    Birria Grilled Cheese
    Leslie L.

    When I went around 2pm, it wasn't too busy. The service was friendly, and the cashier took time to explain what each dish was. I ultimately decided on the birria grilled cheese sandwich, which did not disappoint. It was cheesy and flavorful. I would buy it again, except I would love to try other things on the menu. Their surf n turf nachos look so good, and that's next on my list to try.

    Everett L.

    Super friendly. Super crunchy taco. Lots of parking in front. Def come back for the empanada tacos cuz they super crunchy

    Stefano L.

    I remember the night like it was yesterday. It was a quiet and lonely Valentine's Day, and I decided to stop by Papi Clary Kitchen for the very first time. Honestly, I'm so glad I did. When I walked in, I was the only customer there, but the chef immediately greeted me with such a warm and welcoming attitude that it instantly made me feel comfortable. He took the time to give me suggestions and made the experience feel personal instead of rushed. I ended up getting the chicken sandwich with fries, and wow... that sandwich was incredible. Every single bite was dripping and oozing with flavor and sauce in the best way possible. The chicken was juicy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor. It honestly tasted like one of those meals you keep thinking about afterward because it was THAT good. And the fries? Somehow they reminded me of a perfect mix between McDonald's fries and Wingstop fries. Crispy, flavorful, addictive, and impossible to stop eating. What made the experience even more memorable was the atmosphere. While I was enjoying my meal, there was a gentleman in the back playing bongos/music, and it created such a relaxing and unique vibe. The combination of amazing food, warm hospitality, and live music turned what started as a lonely Valentine's Day into a genuinely comforting and unforgettable night. Definitely a hidden gem, and I'll absolutely be back again.

    Birria Mulita
    herald h.

    Boy this place hits the spot! Everything on the menu here is poppin! They also have daily specials that makes you wanna keep coming back. I've been here 3 times already. If u have a craving for something and don't know what to eat, just come here and order anything. It's gonna make your day

    Heidy D.

    The 4 stars are based solely on the customer service, not the food. This was our first time visiting, although I've been hearing about this place for a while. We came specifically to try their Ilocos empanadas, but unfortunately they only had the mini beef version available. They weren't bad, but they also didn't stand out compared to the Ilocos empanadas I've had at other places. Maybe it was because they were the beef version or because they were so small. They could have used a little more salt and a bit more egg. Since they're mini, the filling-to-wrapper ratio just didn't seem quite right. We also tried the tacos and birria. They were decent--not bad, but not particularly memorable either. Overall, they were just okay. What really stood out was the customer service. The employees were friendly, welcoming, and made for a pleasant experience. Would I come back? Probably. I'd like to give their full-size Ilocos empanadas a try before making a final judgment.

    Birria Ramen in my own bowl from to go container

    pros: Service was great! Kind friendly people. Good kapamilia Good instant packet ubechata our dogs were happy they got the meal instead Food was great when it first opened years ago CONS: .... i'm Filipino and this is disappointing. * Food is deceivingly presentable * They have a sign to check-in for free fries but no one knows how to do it on social media when asked because that is not an option on social media. That is why the question was asked to the staff which took three people with not necessarily an answer except to write a post on your own page...smh * fries sweet and were OK but paying $1.50 for melted plastic like cheese that was maybe a half millimeter thick if that to just kiss, the top layer of fries was not worth it flavor wise nor the extra price. * Birria noodles... broth was flavorless and watery... the instant ones at FoodMaxx are more satisfying. The Beef, flavorless, the birria box at Safeway has more flavor. This is overall disappointing and I am not Mexican but this is an embarrassment to their culture. * Birria Mac N' cheese, more like flavorless meat Waterlogged noodle and imitation mystery cheese....and to see a Mac and cheese lover I bought it for to look at me with a, "what is this slop" was upsetting. * gross mayo sauce I am guessing was in the orders side. * tables and chairs available but merely impossible to eat the orders because lack of tableware

    Birria Tacos
    Reeven S.

    I have heard of this place only because I really wanted to try the viral Ilocos Empanadas. Till this day, I have not tried their Ilocos Empanadas. They have been very busy and jam-packed with customers wanting the viral dish. I believe things have calmed down now, so I should be coming back soon for it. Despite not getting what I intended to order, I was still very curious with the rest of their menu. I ordered their birria fries and tacos and wow, it was delicious. Both were so flavorful. Tacos had the soft yet crunchy texture. Fries were loaded with toppings. I especially appreciated the amount of fresh red onions!

    Livier M.

    Solid spot with really cool snacks. We both ordered the chicken fries which my husband loved but I just thought it was okay. I personally love some spice so when they didn't have that as an option to add on top it just didn't do it for me. BUT I loved the Dubai chocolate strawberries. And I do mean LOVED! Service was really solid too. I just wish they had some type of spice to add to as an option.

    Spicy Chicken Sandwich

    Everything was flavorful. Came in for dinner. Welcomed by friendly staff. I asked for the birria lumpias as they weren't on the menu. Was told that some were rolled fresh for tomorrow and that I could order. Everything was delicious and fresh.

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    Robert V.

    Everyone's going crazy for those Ilocos Empanadas and they got me hooked too. Fortunately I work near the area so I was able to get my hands on some! When ya walk in, the layout is very simple with high counters that cover the kitchen so you can't really see what's going on. I would think it's chaotic with all the genius they're cooking behind there. Ordered and was quoted a 15-20 min wait which wasn't so bad since I was at least able to secure them. I heard around lunch time they sell out. So I was just blessed. Once I picked it up, I had a 40 min commute home and surprisingly they were still nice and crispy! I will say, they should include more vinegar cuz the small lil container they give ya just doesn't cut it for those suka lovers. Inside is ground pork, mung beans, a boiled egg and shredded green papaya. It was my first and won't be my last Ilocos Empanada. Now I'm on the search for the best!

    Birria Fries and Birria Tacos!!

    I love the birria fries here! It's really sick with the consume! The food here always tastes so good and the vibe is always chill here.

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    O so so good! Have to comeback every time we are in the area! Tocino burrito easily one of the faves

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    Get everything. Enough said. Zero misses. Staff is friendly too! The CJ special is my favorite

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    The food is amazing, so worth it! The service is wonderful as well. The spicy chicken fries are recommended!!

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    Ask the Community - Papi Clary's Kitchen

    Do they still have empanadas? Will u have them tomorrow?

    Yes! Follow us on instagram Papiclaryskitchen , we make daily posts about them.

    Hi, What are your hours for the holiday weekend, same as normal?

    Is this just a different concept with the same owners at the previous birria eatery that was in that location?

    Different owner.

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