Papa's Mexican Cafe

1317 U. S. Hwy 71 S, Mena
(479) 394-6521

Recent Reviews

Lee Bidnick

It's a good Mexican restaurant but I feel La Villa's beats em by a hair. Especially via speed of service and seasoning of food.

Jason Shaver

Pleasantly surprised at quality of food and drink. Had "Alambre al pastor" it is grilled pork with peppers and onions smothered in cheese. Amazing. Ask for side of grilled pineapple... great guac, pico salad, rice and beans. Lunch portion was not chunky. Wife had a fried chicken dish. It was breaded with catfish-style cornmeal breading. Had some of the best homestyle fries we've ever had. Solidly tasty Margarita and excellent Horchata (Rice and almond drink)... Made from scratch, not a powery mix like at most Mexican restaurants. Service was friendly. Building was well maintained, nice murals on walls, clean. Clean restrooms.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salsa

Mary Mitchell

This was the second time we stopped at Papa's Mexican Cafe while traveling through Mena. This little place is a jewel. It has been immaculate both times especially the rest rooms. The food is plentiful and delicious. I had the lunch special #3 which was a chicken breast with cheese on it. I added mushrooms. It came with guac, sour cream, beans, tortillas, pico and rice. My husband got the chimichanga. It also came with all the stuff mine came with. Without drinks or tax it was $18. The staff was very friendly. We will stop again when we come through again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bill Bridgman

This is a great Mexican restaurant. The food was very good and the service was the best. I highly recommend this place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Quesadilla, Beef El Carbon, Salsa

Melinda Hopper

My favorite place to eat. Always delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joe Reece

Great tacos ? and margs. Toby, our server, was quick and

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Billy Welch

Awesome Mexican

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Birthday Churros, Enchiladas and Taco Salad, Modelo Especial, Patron Silver, Modelo Negra, Fuzzy Naval, Chicken Fajitas, T G I F, Masala Dosa, Chicken Quesadilla, Beef El Carbon, Salsa, Dos xx Amber, White Pinot Grigio

chino cochino

The cooks are looking at you and judging you as you walk in. Looks like they are debating whether to add there personal ingredients according to how you look. Made me and the family very uncomfortable. They have no business looking at the customers as they walk in they get payed to cook.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 3

Andrew Phillips

Whoever is making the Piña coladas, you need a raise! The food and staff are wonderful as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nicholas Redding

Beautiful restaurant and service was fantastic! The chicken nachos were delicious and so was the flautas.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dolores Arste

Lady Cat dinner. Takeout easy fast and excellent .

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Laura

Delicious.

Susan Turner

Always good food and service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joe Castro (JC)

If the crowded parking lot isn't an indication of how well this place is, the food will speak volumes. Expect a small wait on the busier nights, but the beverage selection should hold you over.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nicky Sollock

I was absolutely satisfied here! The food was great! The service was great! And this was the cleanest Mexican restaurant I have EVER been to! Very impressed!!

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