Papa's Mexican Cafe – Mexican
Papa’s Mexican Cafe captures the vibrant spirit of a festive neighborhood gathering, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of toasted chilies and bubbling cheese. Diners dive into communal platters of golden fajita nachos and bowls of velvety, molten queso fundido, balanced by the cool, zesty crunch of hand-mashed guacamole. The experience is a celebration of bold textures and heat, from the snap of spice-filled stuffed jalapeños to the smoky char of blistered chiles toreados.
1317 US 71, Mena AR 71953 https://papasmena.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, vegan, dairy-free, high-protein, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, atkins, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, volumetrics, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its perfectly cooked meals and satisfying portions, guests frequently praise the inviting atmosphere that creates a memorable backdrop for dinner. Reviewers highlight the polite and knowledgeable service, noting that the attentive staff ensures a seamless experience from start to finish.
Menu
Appetizers
- Queso Dip (Small) - $5.49: Delicious and mild spiced cheese dip. Your choice of white or yellow. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Queso Dip (Large) - $8.99: Delicious and mild spiced cheese dip. Your choice of white or yellow. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Homemade Guacamole Dip (Small) - $5.99: Regular or Spicy Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Homemade Guacamole Dip (Large) - $8.99: Regular or Spicy Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Party Platter - $14.99: Shredded chicken quesadilla, chicken flautas, and bean and cheese nachos. Served with guacamole and sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Stuffed Jalapenos - $7.99: Jalapenos stuffed with cheddar cheese, fried golden brown, served with ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chiles Toreados - $6.99: Order of 6 grilled jalapeno peppers, onions, and lime. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Queso Fundido - $10.49: Melted Monterey Jack cheese. Served with three flour or corn tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fajita Nachos - $13.49: Marinated beef or fajita chicken, shredded cheese, beans, guacamole, sour cream and jalapenos. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Crazy Nachos - $12.99: Ground beef, shredded chicken, shredded cheese and beans. Served with guacamole, sour cream and jalapenos. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Soup & Salads
- Chicken Soup Bowl - $9.99: Homemade broth with chicken and fresh garden vegetables. Topped with rice and Monterey Jack cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Tortilla Soup Bowl - $10.25: Chicken soup topped with fresh crispy tortilla strips. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Fajita Salad (Beef or Chicken) - $12.99: Bed of lettuce with marinated beef or chicken, tomatoes and cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
- Taco Salad - $11.99: Large flour tortilla shell filled with ground beef or shredded chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and yellow queso dip. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Dinner Salad - $4.99: Lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Main Courses
- Sizzling Fajitas Single - $15.99: Beef steak or chicken breast on sautéed onions and bell peppers. Served with rice, beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream and three tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Molcajete - $26.99: Chorizo, chicken, and beef fajita meat in a traditional Mexican stone bowl. Served with Mexican cheese, cactus, lime, rice, charro beans, and six tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Carne Asada - $16.49: Flank steak specially seasoned, grilled on a bed of sauteed onions and bell peppers. Served with rice, beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream and 3 tortillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tacos Mexicanos (Street Tacos) - $15.49: 5 fajita beef, chicken, al pastor or chorizo tacos on corn tortillas topped with cilantro and onions. Served with hot salsa, rice and beans. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Chimichanga Supreme - $14.49: Beef or chicken fajita meat wrapped in a large flour tortilla, fried golden brown. Served with rice, beans, guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
Steaks
- Rib-eye 12 oz - $27.99: 12 oz Rib-eye steak.
- Rib-eye a la Mexicana 12 oz - $29.99: 12 oz Rib-eye prepared Mexican style.
Desserts
- Sopapillas (3) - $2.99: Mexican pastry sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- New York Style Cheesecake - $5.99: Plain cheesecake. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flan - $6.49: Mexican custard. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Churro - $3.99: Fried dough pastry. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $3.69: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Sierra Mist, Root Beer, Dr.Pepper, Fruit Punch, Orange Punch
- Fresh Horchata - $3.99: Mexican rice milk with cinnamon and sugar
- Jarritos - $3.99: Bottled Mexican Soda.
- Coffee - $2.99: Freshly brewed coffee.