Papi’s Kitchen is bringing elevated Mexican fare to the West End

This is a new dining experience from the Papi’s Tacos team.

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This patio makes me want a spicy margarita. | Photo by GVLtoday

Meet Papi’s Kitchen, a new venture from the Papi’s Tacos family, bringing elevated Mexican fare to the West End. We’re giving you a sneak peek of the space before it opens Friday, March 6.

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It’s a new look for the Augusta Street spot. | Photos by GVLtoday

The vibe

You’ll find the refresh space offers a different vibe from the Papi’s Tacos on Augusta that opened 2.5 years ago. Don’t worry — you can still experience the original Papi’s Tacos at the Riverplace location.

In addition to fresh paint and decor inside, expanded outdoor seating with string lights offers a new spot to dine al fresco (just in time for patio season).

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Some of these bites were inspired by chef collaborations Papi’s has participated in over the years. | Photos by GVLtoday

The menu

I tasted most of the menu, and it’s really hard to pick a favorite. I don’t say this lightly, but every single dish was spectacular. If I had to pick just one, I don’t know that I could visit without ordering the corn ribs with house-made crema. Bonus: They’ll also be serving weekend brunch.

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