@Papi’s Café

This place was pretty darn incredible. It is always nice having an authentic, delicious and well done empanada place in town! Everything was amazing, fresh and tasty. The service was fast and I was greeted right as I walked in the door. I will be back and love that I found this hidden gem! I would suggest the yuca fries and empanadas of course. I also have no idea what sauces I ordered but they were all good.

So so good! I have eaten a few times now and will continue to go back. The empanadas are the best I’ve ever had especially with their homemade sauces. Coffee drinks are delicious! Today I had the caramel apple macchiato and it was so perfect. Everything is just so tasty and it’s a perfect unique Place to eat in Dubuque! The Arepas are also a favorite! YUM. I love the quaint atmosphere. Everything is done with quality!

Great for breakfast OR lunch! Arepitas, mini donuts, pandebono, pastel gloria (delicious pastry!), and really anything on the menu alongside a coffee drink makes an awesome breakfast. Empanadas, arepitas, perro caliente, and again, anything on the menu with any of their limeades or drinks makes for a great and cheap lunch! Lunch doesn’t need to be sandwiches when you go to Papi’s!

Food - The food was fantastic. We decided order a bunch of smaller items to try/share. Started out with Pandebono, which was a delicious warm cheesy bread and a hint of sweetness. Followed that up with Arepitas, which had a wonderful flavor and softness. Reminded us of an Irish potato cake. We then tried the Empanada with the lime cilantro sauce. The meat paired with the lime sauce was incredible. Last, we tried the 6 mini doughnuts. There are several flavors. We had 2 Guava, 1 Cinnamon Sugar, 2 Powdered Sugar and 1 Arequipe (caramel spread). The fresh doughnuts did not disappoint. Everything we had here was incredible and we're looking forward to trying more of the menu. Service - It is a walk up counter to order. The ladies we spoke to were very kind and helpful. Restaurant - Very smal

Stopped by Papi’s Cafe after an event at the library and was completely blown away. The environment is so friendly and welcoming, and the food was incredible. I brought home empanaditas for my three very picky kids and they devoured them—always the ultimate test! Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back.