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Papi's Cuban & Caribbean Grill

745 Chastain Rd NW, Suite 3001, Kennesaw, GA 30144
678-797-0502
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Ranked #8 of 109 restaurants in Kennesaw
4.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Cuisines: Caribbean
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Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW via mobile

The service lacked after the drink came. All down hill from there. I likedy mojito but my companion did not. The empanada sampler was very good but needs a sauce to dip them in. The meat in our entrees were tough and dry. Plantains and rice w beans are pretty good, not great. Prices are good if the food was... More

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Marietta, Georgia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Service was poor--waiter had to be asked twice to bring knife and fork for 3rd person in our party. We asked for separate plates for our appetizer--they came just as we were finishing...When we asked manager for dressing on iceburg lettuce salad, he never came back. So we never ate salad... Shredded beef special was so dry we sent it... More

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Atlanta
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Papi's food is decent, the Cuban is a good sandwich, and the traditional plates are good also. Black beans and plantains very good. This past Saturday, the service was spotty, and seemed a bit disorganized. Wait staff not real friendly either. Original waitress disappeared, and another lady was trying to help. Had one beer, and was never asked if I... More

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Savannah, Georgia
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104 reviews 104 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Papi's is a small restaurant on Chastain rd, about 1 mile from I-75. The restaurant looks fairly small from the outside, but there are actually two rooms once you enter. The first room is more like a cafe style, while the 2nd room has the bar, sit-down booths and even live music! In the evening, the wait can be 30... More

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Atlanta, GA
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

I travel to Miami, Hialeah, and throughout the Caribbean on a regular basis. Papi's is as good as any of my travels. The masitas and shrimp scampi are excellent. The congris is a little dry for my taste, but still good. Love the patio when the weather is nice. Service is always fast and friendly.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012 via mobile

I lived in Miami for 3 years and this place is just as good as any Miami cuban food I've had. Highly highly recommend it - you will not be disappointed!!!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012 via mobile

If you are looking for really goid authentic Cuban food, this is the place. Also friendly staff. Music on Saturday night so gets pretty loud, but fun!

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012 via mobile

Please don't eat at this place.... Food is not Cuban..

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Atlanta, Georgia
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68 reviews 68 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012

Wow - what an unexpected surprise in Kennesaw. We happened upon Papi's one weekend for lunch, and have been numerous times since. The food is fresh, prepared to order, and incredible. I have had almost everything on the menu, and each time we dine there, I'm impressed more and more. Their cuban sandwich on sweet bread is the best sandwich... More

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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012 via mobile

Great food. Sandwiches are incredible. Try their appetizer sampler too. They know what they are doing However, they need to make Pastellas. I know they take work to make, but they know what they are doing with everything else. I wish that they would call themselves Big Papi

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