Ay Papa Que Rico – Mexican

Ay Papa Que Rico captures the soulful essence of Latin Caribbean comfort, where the irresistible scent of flame-kissed rotisserie chicken and smoky baby back ribs fills the lively, welcoming space. Every plate is a vibrant mosaic of textures, from the golden crunch of fried yuca and savory stuffed potato balls to the honeyed sweetness of perfectly caramelized plantains. This is a destination where traditional Salvadoran tamales and hearty combos celebrate the rich, sun-drenched flavors of the tropics in every satisfying bite.

NY 14035 Van Nuys Boulevard, 91331 https://aypapaquerico.com/

Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: Mexican

Price range: $

Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, pescatarian

Currently open

Hours

Monday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

What diners are saying

Diners celebrate the delicious chicken dishes and the kitchen's clear pride in their craft, noting that every plate arrives perfectly prepared and flavorful. Reviewers highlight the welcoming, pleasant atmosphere and praise the professional, timely service that ensures a satisfying and seamless dining experience from start to finish.

Caramelized Plantains: Seven slices of caramelized plantains.
Fried Green Plantains: 4-5 pieces served with green salsa.
Fried Yuca: Yuca (Cassava) fries seasoned with garlic salt served with green salsa.
Fried Empanada: Choice of chicken, jalapeno & cheese, or beef empanada.
French Fries: Large basket of fries served with ketchup.
Salvadoran Tamales: Choice of chicken or sweet corn.
Stuffed Potato Ball: Fried potato ball filled with ground beef and pork.

Charbroiled Combos & Plates

Mesquite charbroiled meats served with sides.

One Chicken Combo: One Whole Chicken (8 Pieces) with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno.
1/2 Chicken Combo: Four pieces of chicken with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Baby Back Pork Ribs: Five pieces of pork ribs (BBQ or regular) with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beef Short Ribs: Four strips of beef ribs (BBQ or regular) with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno.
Rib Eye Steak: Over 8 oz steak with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno.
Argentina Sausage: Argentina sausage with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno.
Salvadorian Sausage: Cojute style sausage with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno.
Colombian Sausage: Colombian style sausage with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno.
Lamb Ribs (4pcs): Four pieces of lamb ribs with sides, salsa, tortillas, and jalapeno.

Sandwiches

Footlong sandwiches cut in half.

Cuban Sandwich 12": Pork Leg, Ham, Mortadella, Swiss Cheese, Mayo, Mustard, and Pickles.
Cuban Club Sandwich 12": Cuban sandwich with lettuce, tomatoes and onions.
Tuna Sandwich 12" Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Asada Sandwich 12": Mayo, shredded cheese, grilled onions, tomato and cilantro mix, lettuce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Chicken Sandwich 12": Mayo, mustard, shredded cheese, grilled onions, tomato and cilantro mix, lettuce.
BBQ Asada Sandwich 12": Semi-sweet bbq sauce, shredded cheese, grilled onions, tomato and cilantro mix, and lettuce.
BBQ Chicken Sandwich 12": Semi-sweet bbq sauce, shredded cheese, grilled onions, tomato and cilantro mix, and lettuce.
Shredded Beef Sandwich 12": Ropa Vieja style shredded beef.
Fajitas Sandwich 12": Choice of Chicken or Beef with Bell Peppers, Onions, and Shredded Cheese, toasted with mayo.

Burritos

Served with choice of meat, tomatoes, cilantro mix, grilled onions, cheese, rice and beans.

Chicken Burrito: Tomato & cilantro mix, grilled onions, rice, beans, cheese, and mesquite grilled chicken.
Asada Burrito: Black Angus beef, tomato & cilantro mix, grilled onions, rice, beans, and cheese.
Beef Tongue Burrito
Shredded Beef Burrito: Ropa Vieja style beef. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Quesadillas

Cheese quesadillas served with a generous portion of protein.

Cheese Quesadilla: Traditional cheese quesadilla served with green salsa. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beef Quesadilla: Black Angus asada meat served with red salsa.
Chicken Quesadilla: Mesquite grilled chicken served with green salsa.
Shredded Beef Quesadilla: Ropa Vieja style beef.
Shrimp Quesadilla

Main Plates

Served with choice of rice, beans, plantains, and vegetables.

Shredded Beef Plate: Ropa Vieja served with choice of rice, beans, plantains, and vegetables.
Cuban Style Beef Tongue: Served with choice of rice, beans, plantains, and vegetables.
Cuban Style Beef Stew - $12.99: Served with choice of rice, beans, plantains, and vegetables.
Oxtail: Rabo Encendido served with choice of rice, beans, plantains, and vegetables.
Rib Fricassee: Fricase de Costillas served with choice of rice, beans, plantains, and vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail: 20oz Mexican style cocktail. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Salads

Green Salad with Avocado: Choice of Ranch, Vinaigrette, or Oil & Vinegar.
Tuna Salad: Choice of Ranch, Vinaigrette, or Oil & Vinegar.
Chicken Salad: Choice of Ranch, Vinaigrette, or Oil & Vinegar.

Side Orders

Small Rice (6oz): White or yellow rice.
Large Rice (12oz): White or yellow rice.
Small Beans (6oz): Black or pinto beans.
Large Beans (12oz): Black or pinto beans.

Desserts

Guava & Cheese Pastry
Pineapple Pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Salvadoran Ice Cream (3 Scoops): Choice of flavors including Nance, Mamey, Coconut, and more. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Beverages

Milk Shake (20oz): Choice of Zapote, Vanilla, Coco-Pineapple, Cookies & Cream, Pistachio, Chocolate, Strawberry, Pecan.
Cool Pressed Juice: Various flavors of natural fresh healthy juice.
Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
Fountain Drink (20oz): Coke Products.
Fruit Salad Drink: Pineapple passionfruit juice with chopped apples, melons, and mangos.
Cuban Coffee
Coffee with Milk: Cuban style Latte.
Cortadito: 4 oz of cuban espresso served with two creams and a sugar.