Papatzu Mexican Restaurant – Mexican
Papatzu transports guests to the heart of Mexico with a vibrant atmosphere where the zing of citrus-cured seafood meets the smoky, comforting aromas of traditional street-side fare. Diners gather over plates of ink-dark aguachile and crisp octopus tostadas, while the kitchen turns out bubbling pans of chorizo-laced cheese and golden, spice-dusted corn that capture the soulful essence of Coyoacán. It is a lively culinary escape where every dish, from the delicate shrimp ceviche to the earthy mushroom casserole, celebrates the bold textures and deep heritage of Mexican cooking.
55, Grand Street, New York, 10013 https://papatzul.com/#0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Aguachile Negro - $24: Cucumber, onion, cilantro, avocado, roasted habanero, topped with sesame seeds Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $16: Served with tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus Tostadas - $22: Oregano vinaigrette, smoked mayo, tamarind sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Ceviche - $22: Tomato, tamarind, orange Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Roasted Squash - $18: Roasted squash, crema, salsa macha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Esquites - $14: Fresh cream, aged cheese, piquin chili Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cheese with Chorizo - $18: Chihuahua cheese, tortilla (vegan option available)
- Coyoacán Corn - $8: Mayo, aged cheese, piquin chili Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Chicken Flautas - $18: Chicken, lettuce, avocado cream, fresh cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Mushroom Casserole - $16: Oaxaca cheese, tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Papatzul Salsas - $8: Assorted house salsas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
Salads and Soups
- Caesar Salad - $18: Baby gem, avocado, corn Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Red Pozole - $16: Traditional Mexican hominy soup Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Tortilla Soup - $16: Traditional tomato-based soup with tortilla strips Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Main Courses
- Roasted Chicken - $28: Pozole, carrots
- Chicken Mole - $28: Sesame, cream, rice, beans Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno - $24: Corn, cheese, pasilla, tomatillo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Skirt Steak - $34: Skirt steak, salsa macha, rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Tikin Xic - $36: Achiote, bitter orange and mashed plantain Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swiss Enchiladas - $22: Chicken, green tomatillo, topped with melted cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas - $28: Red & green peppers. Choice of chicken, beef, fish, or veggies Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- San Marqueñas Enchiladas - $22: Braised beef enchiladas, tomatillo Poblano sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papatzul Burger - $21: Smash patty, fresh cheese, chipotle Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Califa Tacos (Sirloin) - $24: Grilled scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Fish Tacos - $24: Fried or Grilled Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cochinita Pibil Tacos - $24: Roasted pork, pickled red onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Birria Tacos - $24: Braised beef, guajillo, costeño chilis Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Tacos - $8: Carrot escabeche (vegan option available) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Tacos - $24: Pepper, onions, corn and mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Crispy Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Rice & Beans - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Coconut Flan - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tres Leches Cake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Churros with Caramel - $12: Served with cajeta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Margaritas on the Rocks - $22: Tequila Cazadores Blanco, lime, choice of flavor Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- La Bacana - $16: Bacan Guaro, Aperol, Champagne & Seltzer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- El Trueno! - $16: Patron Silver, jalapeno, agave, lime, chile rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Le Papatzul - $16: Patron Reposado, Grand Marnier, agave, lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- El Alacran - $16: Mezcal Ilegal, pineapple juice, agave, lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Pisco Sour - $16: Pisco, egg white, lime juice, lemon juice
- Pasión de Jamaica - $17: Tito’s vodka, St. Germain, strawberry purée, hibiscus, lemon juice, egg white Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Papatz Espresso - $16: Mezcal Ilegal, cantera negra, creme de cacao, espresso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Negra Modelo - $8: Beer
- Pacifico - $8: Beer
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