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Sopapilla Express

3.5 (57 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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affordable, from about $4.50 for small and upwards of $10+ for the XL if you want more than the meat and cheese, lettuce and tomato topper.
Dave J.

Doesn't look like much when you pull up. It actually looks like it was once a Jolly Pirate donut place long, long ago. But currently it is the greatest culinary experience your mouth will ever savor. Just ignore what your eyes are telling you, because that is not what would be the greatest visual experience. It is just an average tiny dining area that has a larger patio space. So, yes! ...There IS outdoor seating available. Back to the culinary delight. It has been years since I had a sopapilla (pronounced: Soap-a-pee-yah) or try to sound cool AF and say "Sopa" which doesn't translate to any Sopa at a normal Mexican restaurant which is completely not the same thing. Trust, Fam. For those who haven't heard of one, picture a dough, not too unlike an elephant ear - with a pocket, that is slightly sweet but it envelopes your choice of ground beef, cheese, beans and rice, chicken, seafood, or even the Sopapizza. The latter being like a pizza calzone but way better flavored dough. This is not a stingy place on serving size. You have a choice between: Small, Regular, Large, and Extra Large. If you aren't bringing your A-game appetite with you, then see fit to eat a small or regular. The large is the general size of an 8"-11" pizza folded over but loaded with your meat + cheese, or beans and cheese. Seriously. A Large and an Xtra Large can actually qualify as an appetizer for two at normal restaurants due to the portion size. Believe me or don't, it's your waistline that will be struggling against you pants if you don't have the benefit of elastic waistbanded skinny jeans, just order small and get two if you are wanting more. The woman behind the counter is direct and to the point. They are currently short-handed and BUSY so don't think she is unfriendly, she is making sure everyone gets an accurate order and you get enough salsa and sour cream. She is great and even answered questions because your first time in here, you WILL have questions. Affordable!! Bring all of your family, your friends, a date, your coworkers you like (the ones you don't, screw them) and you all can dine in, dine out on the patio (weather permitting), carry-out/ to-go orders, or hop through the drive thru. Be warned, the drive-thru line is probably pre-order pick-up orders because this is not fast food. It takes maybe 10-15 minutes to make food for two. So there will be a line during busy hours. Lastly, ENJOY IT!! This is better than Toxic Bell and Chipotle who?!

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Jesse A.

Absolutely love this place!!! I was only home 6 days and made it point to hit up the original one in Heath and this express location. HIGHLY recommend if you've never been! Pic: large beef, bean and cheese Sopapilla and a small nacho with beef, cheese, and diced jalapeños SO GOOD

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13 years ago

AMAZING! I love everything I've ever had there. Beef & cheese is the way to go. Very prompt and helpful service.

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8 years ago

Awesome food! Just as good as La Paloma, only faster service! Will always come her when I want fast service!

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9 years ago

Excellent sopapillas, generous portions for the price. Some real good Mexican food for not a lot of dough.

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“Not your typical Mexican Restaurant, but this place is in a league all it's own!”

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