My boyfriend and I discovered this place while heading towards a bbq joint near by. The delicious charbroiled chicken smell made us very curious as to what the food might taste like here. We both love a good charbroiled chicken, so we decided to check this place out. We went around 4 pm in the afternoon, and it was fairly empty. There's a cute and spacious seating area with fans, but we decided to take the food to go. There's a counter area where you can see the menu and place your order. We decided to order the whole chicken combo, which came with Mexican rice, beans, fresh corn tortillas, and some delicious green and red sauces as well. It was a good amount of food for two people. I also saw that they had sweet plantains on their menu, so I got an order of that as well. The total came out to around $40 which is amazing for the quality of the food, as well as the portion size. The chicken itself was juicy and flavorful and so was the rice and beans, corn tortilla, and the sauces! Chefs kiss! The staff were very friendly as well and service was fast! I cannot wait to come back here again! read more

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I have nothing new to say. I still like this ay papa que rico and its food. It's still tasty as the first day they opened. I'm right in the middle of two locations and this location is my preferred go to. I like the service. never rude. always smells good whether i'm getting food or just passing by. Quaint ambiance. I want to give it a 5 star, But i'll give it 4 stars because their prices keep going higher and higher. That's really the thing i dislike. that every 3-6 months prices go up. quality is still good, but i remember when i could get a whole chicken combo from them for $20 bucks and some change. Now the chicken à la carte no combo or anything is $25 and change. That is the only gripe i have. other than that the food is bomb. read more

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I LOVE THIS PLACE! Ay Papa Que Rico is known for their BBQ mesquite grilled chicken/meats. The restaurant concept is fusion Cuban- Latin American cuisine. Beyond BBQ Chicken/Meats (a must get), their Cuban Sandwich, Pupusas, Empanadas are popular on the menu. So, the outside of this location of Ay Papa Que Rico in Sunland/Sun Valley looks kinda sketchy in an industrial part of town. However, this restaurant is very reputable with more than 5 locations around San Fernando Valley (and Palmdale); location wise it's a true case of don't judge a book by its cover! GREAT grilled chicken and a cozy -casual interior if you wish to dine-in. It's like an oasis inside the restaurant-complete contrast from the surrounding outside area. Wonderful place for takeout, casual dine-in, catering. The food is made to order, so plan accordingly. They accept credit and cash. Parking is tidy. read more

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At first I though $16 was a bit much for one plate, but actually you get a lot of food. I got the 1/2 chicken plate, came with thigh, breast, drumstick and wing. All very tasty, nicely seasoned and have a good smoky flavor to it. You also get two sides that are quite large (beans and rice). Rice is a bit bland but obviously not the star of the show so that's okay. You get tortillas and two sauces as well (a spicy red one and a green sauce). I really loved the red sauce, pairs well with the chicken. Overall I really liked this place. read more

I went to a party which someone brought chicken from this place and it was delicious. When I was in the area, I knew I had to come back. The restaurant is casual with enclosed outdoor seating. Parking is limited but we didn't have a hard time finding a spot. Chicken is perfectly cooked, juicy and flavorful, the half chicken is 4 pieces and can feed 2 people. I had the combo plate with rice and beans and they were delicious. You order at the window and they bring your food to one of the picnic tables you're seated at. Excellent service! read more

Ay Papa Que Rico - Cuban Near Me - Sun Valley, California

The chicken here is amazing for family gatherings. The service is very quick and kind.

Their chicken is so delicious! It's juicy and very flavorful. If you're ever in the area, it's a must try. Highly recommend.

I don't know what to tell you. The fact that there's a 2 whole chicken special that comes with a 2 liter soda? Or the fact that they have their housemade cornbread that actually the best corn bread I've ever tasted. Their chicken has that mesquite flavor that you can taste the flavor. Plus the girl at the register always has that beautiful smile that makes your day better read more

Just okay. Good variety of food, but the chicken is just ok. The smell from the street got me to try it. Not worth the price

Great spot for a family meal. We usually get the whole chicken combo and order it extra well-done "Arminios style" -- perfect char on the outside, tender chicken inside. The flavors are spot-on with that savory Cuban style we love. We come back often and definitely recommend it. read more

Great food as always!! And always, fast service. The chiiiiicken is always seasoned riiiiigght !! Thank you!! read more

tried this place cuz a coworker recommended it and im very happy they did. so far i've had their chicken plate as well as a beef fajita sandwhich and both meals were bomb. the salsas are delicious and wish i ordered from here when i was living in sun valley. can't wait for more. thank you! read more

The chicken here is really tasty. Also love their yuca fries and plantains. Good consistent quality of food and service.

This restaurant must've changed hands a few times over the years, I am glad Ay Papa Que Rico took over and have been here a cool min. Decided to visit a couple weeks ago and they did not disappoint... ordered the half chicken combo which came with a choice of black or pinto beans, tortillas, rice, salsa, grilled jalapenos, radish, lemon and an avocado! We also got 2 empanadas, beef and chicken. Both was enough for 2 (women) hungry patrons. They actually offer table service which I was surprised, I really thought it was seat yourself but a nice older gentleman brought water, napkins and the food to our table. If you are in the valley, they do have 6 locations give them a try, support small business! read more

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They're super nice and the food is SO delicious always. I force my bf to get this for me every now and then as I crave it and their salsa verde specifically, yellow rice so good. Beans are also really good but I don't prefer beans so we get extra rice. I love this place. read more

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we got lost in the valley, but found this place with the best chicken ever!! Green salsa also fabulous. the horchata was oddly sweetened with what i think cajeta? yuca frita was tough. Fantastic chicken! nice people :) read more

Ay Papa Que Rico!! Delicious chicken, ribs, yuca fries, tostones and my favorite drink, passion fruit flavor! read more

Ay Papa Que Rico - Everything was so delicious!!! Coming back!! - Cuban Near Me - Sun Valley, California

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This is the tastiest grilled chicken in LA. Hands down. And the plantains take it to the next level. Love!

Don't waste your time. used to be decent. its not anymore. My order is consistently wrong. Its also expensive now. $20 for a single patty burger and fries. your better off going across the street to McDonalds read more

We usually get the 1/2 chicken with rice and black beans.. The price is good and affordable..The place is pretty clean.. There's a hardly a wait for your food.. read more

I can't stop thinking about their asada sandwich. Been to this location several times and I can't seem to order anything else. At some point in time I would love to try more items on the menu but until the sandwich gets old, I will continue to get the sandwich. I did cheat a bit and asked a friend to get the cuban sandwich and we split our halves. But that so far has been the extent of my menu exploration here at Ay Papa Que Rico. (I lied, I've tried an empanada also, it was ok) Parking: very small private lot, street parking in the residential in rear VERDICT: Rinse and repeat read more

Called in and placed an order for pick up with Alex. He was very helpful with my order and answered all my questions. The chicken was delicious read more

Pupusas and Tamal de elote were Fire!! The older gentleman was such a sweetheart. He brought us veggies and fruit on the house! I would definitely recommend!! read more

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This place is amazing.. 1st time I've been at this location cuz I think they have like 8 or 9..I've been 2 the one in canoga park and 2 on van nuys Ave.. the food is consistent from location to location.. but the service here is beyond fantastic .. Vicente was super amazing. He is very attentive and polite. I will continue to come to this location just because he works here. Also, the Cubano is out of this world.. super delicious.. loved the fact that it was super crunchy and the cheese was melted to perfection . I've had cubanos elsewhere and u guys.. here u will not be disappointed.. The chicken was juicy and tasty the beans and rice were also amazing... lobe how thick the broth in the black beans is.. I highly recommend you visit this location read more

Ay Papa Que Rico - Supposed to be 1/2 chicken but I ate most of it then I remembered to take a picture . - Cuban Near Me - Sun Valley, California

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Charge me 30 dollars for 1/2 chicken combo. Called the store Lorenzo called me a lier in spanish lol. He says he has 3 cameras so i told him to check then he hung up the phone and said. Ya no te quiero escuchar. Check your plate before you leave. read more

So good! Great experience, great atmosphere, and amazing food! Decent prices in a sea of restaurants and businesses that try to take, take, take advantage. This restaurant is a breath of fresh air! Love it! Will definitely be back! Highly recommended! read more

The best place ever! Their chicken, Argentinian sausage. And beef ribs are to die for! Their salsas are always tasty too. Their fried yucca fries and tostones are also very delish. I always try to come by here at least once a month if I can. I highly recommend! read more

Ay Papa Que Rico - Cuban Near Me - Sun Valley, California

Stopped in late evening for a quick bite. The space is so neat. It's all outside with a walk up window. Plenty of seating with several outdoor lamps for the cooler evenings. Even though it's outside the atmosphere is very quaint and cozy tucked behind a gated enclosure with security. Very hearty menu! Very clean and there is even a locked bathroom on the outside for customers. Nice little hidden eatery. The chicken is the "bomb", so tender and tasty. read more

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We ordered an asada sandwich (lettuce, mustard, cheese), an asada burrito (white rice, black beans, cheese, tomatoes and onions) and an order of fries (shoestring). Elijah: 3.7. Super happy this vacant spot become a great, Cuban eatery. It's a nice, outdoor restaurant with covering and the smoky wafts from the grill in the back are always a pleasant tease. Been coming to this new location of Ay Papa for several months now, since its opening, and I'm mostly enjoying everything I try. The bottom line is that meat, and it is always grilled or barbecued to perfection. So an A in the protein department. Unfortunately, as much as the food is tasty and the portions satisfy, I must say that the preparation of the items tend to be inconsistent from visit to visit. Most of the time, it is good. I will say that. But it has occurred too many times in which the fillings of the burrito are skimpy or something else is a little overdone. Another thing that's a tad annoying is that their menu designs are a little generic, to the point that some of the menu items you order might not reflect what you see on the menu marquees at the service window. The biggest difference being their empanadas. They looked like baked pastries on the marquee, but they were definitely fried. Still tasty though. One thing that does stay great every time, and it has turned into one of my favorite items on the menu, is their bacon, egg, cheese and tot breakfast burrito. The bacon is cooked well - not too crispy, not too soft - they aren't stingy with the amount of egg (really does seem like two eggs every time) and those tater tots add the perfect amount of texture and salt to the dish that is far from the bland, shredded potato filler a lot of other places stuff their breakfast burritos with. And they serve it all day now. Hooray! I for sure plan to keep going to Ay Papa. Their menu seems to be growing with fun, seasonal and daily specials I want to try eventually. And I'm just a sucker for a good breakfast burrito, and authentically grilled, charbroiled meat. Dalena: Got the Asada Burrito. Beans were cooked and seasoned very nice, and the rice was very fluffy, but not overcooked. Meat was seasoned well, but not very prominent inside of the burrito. Luckily, the rice and beans were great. I definitely want to try the plates next time though, so I can experience each item separately. Salsa had a deep, roasted flavor that complimented the burrito really well. read more

Ay Papa Que Rico - Top - Asada burrito Bottom - Asada sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Sun Valley, California

This place is so good! They have the best steak burritos, the short ribs are out of this world, and their pupusas are legit. All of the food we have ever eaten here is exceptional, but the above is what we go back to. It's also sometimes hard to find a place that uses high quality ingredients, and this place does. They make their tortillas, the steak they use for their burritos is rib eye, and you can tell they care about their food. Really lucky that we found this place because gems like this are hard to come by. read more

Muy deliciosa la comida pero. Por favor cuando coman en el restaurante lleven sus servilletas y si piden para llevar nunca llevará cubiertos la orden ni una servilleta pero lo demás todo bien read more

I drove by while running errands in the area and saw Yelpers liked it. I'm glad I stopped in. Outdoors covered sitting area filled with picnic tables and benches. At the window I ordered the 1/2 grilled chicken combo (marinated, cooked tender), more than I could finish. Included rice, beans (choice of black or pinto), tortillas, fruit, and grilled jalapeño and hatch chile peppers. After ordering Vicente (a sweet older man who brings to your table) came right over with plate, silverware, my drink, and the fruit. Over time he would check up on people, asking if everything was okay, and clean up after customers, all with a smile on his face. If you want to order a soda refill you need to go back to the window, ordering isn't Vicente's job. Parking: small private lot in rear, street parking on either Sunland or Cantara. read more

Delicious, fast, consistent! I've gotten this on several occasions for work lunches and it's always a hit. The salsas are fire (the red sauce might set your mouth on fire ). The taste of the chicken gives amazing backyard bbq vibes! read more

After moving my office from Tarzana to Sun Valley I was very eager to find the local go to spots to grab lunch. Previously located on Ventura Blvd I had endless choices the moment I walked outside the door. Sun Valley is a little smaller with limited options. Luckily for me my staff and customers turned me on to Ay Papa Que Rico. This Cuban restaurant really packs on the flavor at reasonable prices. While pulling up to the restaurant your nose will take in the aroma of charbroiled chicken and spices. A half chicken plate with two sides will only cost you $13 and keep your stomach satisfied the entire day. Another favorite is their chicken and asada sandwiches. These bad boys put Subway to shame. Filled with fresh ingredients they're sure to satisfy the heartiest of appetites. Finally they're pretty efficient. In these times where we're all on the go and in a rush they can put together an order for my entire staff in about 20 minutes. I'm definitely going to be a frequent visitor. read more

Ay Papa Que Rico - Half chicken, black beans, and rice - Cuban Near Me - Sun Valley, California

I will never again order food for pick up from this place again. I ordered 45 min before my lunch time and it even told me that the food would be ready by 11:30 am when I got there they hadn't even started with my order and I ordered a simple sandwich. I waited for 30 more minutes and they finally gave me my food I spent my entire lunch time waiting for my food and I it had 5 minutes left to eat. Worst service! read more

We celebrated birthday last year at this place, and it was very nice to get together with my friends and family. This restaurant had plenty of room for all of us. The service was great fast and everything was clean. Food was delicious I would highly recommend. read more

Can't go wrong with there chicken , rice and black beans.... sooo good! Plus the older gentlemen who serves has excellent customer service!!

Venimos a visitar desde la area de la bahía y pasamos a cenar porque estaba a la salida del freeway. El señor que estaba de mesero fue un amor con no sólo nosotros pero también a todos al rededor de nosotros! Nos trajo cafe y muchos aguacates para comer con nuestra comida:) Era muy atento y lindo con todos!Nunca he recibido servicio al cliente tan bueno. Que dios bendiga este negocio y mas al Don Vicente! We came to visit from the bay area and stopped by for dinner because it was right off the freeway. The man who was the waiter at the front was such a sweetheart with not only us but also to everyone around us! He brought us coffee and lots of avocados to eat with our food :) He was very attentive and nice to everyone! I have never received such good customer service. God bless this business and especially Don Vicente! read more

Ok so the food is bomb I mean great so so good I love the rice and definitely the chicken today i had a Cuban sandwich and my kids ate some as well my 8 year old boys said it was great. But let's talk about vencint the old man at the window he is the sweetest in the world was very nice to me and with him speaking only Spanish I understood every word he spoke. And I'm black so please stop putting him down he's a senior trying to stay active I'm sure he is the owners dad or someone in the family but what he is not is rude. If you need something else just go back to the order window but his job is just to hand out ready orders not add more to your order I appreciate you sir and I'm glad to see you still active and moving around much respect read more

Ay Que Horrible! Servico terrible, comida Malo! NUNCA, NUNCA, NUNCA otra vez! Horrible place! Terrible service, awful food! I'll never, never, never go back! read more