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Le Papagayo
Le Papagayo blends Mediterranean & Asian influences and Pacific coast cuisine to create an amazing fine dining experience. The Chef and Myself combine the freshest of local ingredients and Mediterranean & Asian flavor to create a unique character for each meal created from scratch.
Dining at Le Papagayo is a ful experience that will delight all your senses.
Amazing food and a warm and inviting dining room which looks like an art gallery are all part of the experience.
We also offer a loundge, a heated patio and unplugged live music every night.
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Dining at Le Papagayo is a ful experience that will delight all your senses.
Amazing food and a warm and inviting dining room which looks like an art gallery are all part of the experience.
We also offer a loundge, a heated patio and unplugged live music every night.
21 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 21 reviews
5 stars
(8)
4 stars
(8)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(15)
- great for outdoor dining(13)
- vibrant bar scene(9)
- fit for foodies(7)
- hot spot(7)
- good for groups(5)
Le Papagayo Reviews List
Review 1 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loud and energetic with great live music. This casual, beachy joint has good food and a fun atmosphere."
Dined on 6/13/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 2 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Le Papagayo: First of many visits
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Inside was lively with music and noisy, but the outside patio was heated and quiet, which is where you will find us next time. Great for kids.
The food was fantastic and way beyond our expectations and our server took great care of us. My wife had bouillabaisse and raved about it I had the pineapple pulled pork, which was very tender, juicy and flavorful. The bread and pesto dipping sauce to start was a hit with my children. My 9 yo daughter had almost 2 full orders of the Shanghai ribs herself and my son had the chicken satays. The desserts were delicious (Key lime mousse, fried banana bites and lava cake) and the big cotton candy ball with a candle for my birthday was memorable for my daughter who now wants to have her birthday here."
The food was fantastic and way beyond our expectations and our server took great care of us. My wife had bouillabaisse and raved about it I had the pineapple pulled pork, which was very tender, juicy and flavorful. The bread and pesto dipping sauce to start was a hit with my children. My 9 yo daughter had almost 2 full orders of the Shanghai ribs herself and my son had the chicken satays. The desserts were delicious (Key lime mousse, fried banana bites and lava cake) and the big cotton candy ball with a candle for my birthday was memorable for my daughter who now wants to have her birthday here."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
exotic twist on French cuisine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this place.
Normally we are lucky and get a table in the back, where the music is heard but not overly loud like this time in the front of the restaurant. But the food is wonderful. Everybody loved the flatbread, the crab cakes and for the mussels - they now have three different kinds - we needed extra bread and spoons, the broth is that great. Huge selection on very interesting wines.
Will definitely go there again and try out the outdoor seating when it's a little warmer."
Normally we are lucky and get a table in the back, where the music is heard but not overly loud like this time in the front of the restaurant. But the food is wonderful. Everybody loved the flatbread, the crab cakes and for the mussels - they now have three different kinds - we needed extra bread and spoons, the broth is that great. Huge selection on very interesting wines.
Will definitely go there again and try out the outdoor seating when it's a little warmer."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Colorful and Quaint
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Jamaican/Caribbean flare. I enjoyed the variety of the food and beverage menus. Exciting and fresh ideas. I hade the vegetarian lasagna, and rice and bean wrap. Delish! Mojito's were good. Desserts were great too."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Chaotic on a Saturday night
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"this restaurant is not in Encinitas, it's in Leucadia so we wasted 10 mniutes trying to find it and had to call the restaurant to find out how to get to it. We had a reservation but the place was in chaos when we arrived and we waited at least 7 minutes to be even acknowledged as having arrived. It was not encouraging that while we were standing around the table nearest to where we were standing sent back there food becasue it was cold. We did eventually get a table on the front patio in hope of it being less noisy and it was okay. But trhe food was no more than okay and was poor value for money."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
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Review 6 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our second visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second visit to Papagayo, and I already can't wait to go back. Everything was amazing, from the sangria to the dessert, and though our server had many tables, she still provided excellent service. The food is amazing here, so fresh and beautifully presented. The only problem is deciding what to order, and the small plates are excellent in that regard. You can try all sorts of things. I can't wait to go back for brunch!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place! Food is beyond
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this place! Food is beyond amazing!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was delicious and healthfully prepared. Loved the entertainment - Earl Flores and Band!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Le Papagayo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Shared several appetizers
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shared several appetizers including the meatball, stuffed squash blossom, lamb chop and Brie and pear flatbread. All were very good. Portions were a little small, but since they were the appetizers size, I guess that's expected."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Le Papagayo
Based on the average of (12) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic