Ay Papa Que Rico

Ay Papa Que Rico Our menu spans Cuban and Central American influences, includes both small and big plates.

Ay Papa Que Rico has 6 locations in California.
-7344 Van Nuys Blvd Ste # 1, 91405
-14035 Van Nuys Blvd, 91331
-8204 Sunland Blvd, 91352
-7250 Canoga Ave, 91303
-2200 E Palmdale Blvd, 93550
-8015 Lankershim Blvd, 91605 Ay Papa Qué Rico is the home of the “fire-grilled chicken,” the signature Cuban flavored and cooked to perfection chicken that was developed by owner Chris Rodriguez. After knocking

out The Crazy Chicken and many others with robust flavors that our customers all love, Ay Papa has taken center stage and works as a vessel for all things delicious: chicken, ribs, rice and beans, and sandwiches. We source our poultry, pork and beef from producers who raise their animals humanely with no growth hormones or antibiotics. Our commitment is to bring you the best-quality ingredients and make them as tasty as possible. Located in Van Nuys, CA, Ay Papa Que Rico is a neighborhood restaurant that also offers fresh pastries and natural juices. Catering
Contact Chris Sr.
818.694.3680
[email protected]
P A R K I N G: Parking lot adjacent to restaurant on right.

06/04/2026

Reading the menu like you don’t already know what you want… 😅😂

“Hmmmm… let me see…” 👀
already decided on the chicken 10 minutes ago 🍗🔥

We see you! Happens every time at Ay Papa Que Rico. Just go ahead and order your favorite 😁

Leyendo el menú como si no supieras lo que quieres… 😅😂

“Hmmmm… déjame ver…” 👀
ya decidiste el pollo hace 10 minutos 🍗🔥

¡Te vemos! Pasa todo el tiempo en Ay Papa Que Rico. Mejor pide tu favorito 😁

06/03/2026

Our chicken is the best in LA! 🍗🔥

Citrus-marinated, flame-grilled, and packed with flavor, it’s what keeps our customers coming back for more. But did you know we also have a delicious shrimp cocktail? 🍤😋

Order it with your favorite fish dish and enjoy the perfect combination of fresh seafood and bold Latin flavors!

05/31/2026

Try some of our customer favorites at Ay Papa Que Rico! 🔥🍗🥪🌯

Our famous chicken, roasted and grilled to perfection. Our version of the Cuban sandwich, packed with flavor and even better with green sauce. Or our burritos, loaded with fresh ingredients and bold Latin flavor in every bite! 😋

Come see why these dishes keep people coming back for more!

05/31/2026

That favorite coworker isn’t working your shift… and the day feels way slower 😅😂

Ese compañero favorito no está en tu turno… y el día se siente mucho más lento 😅😂

05/28/2026

Come check out our bakery at our Canoga location! 🧁🍰🔥

We have all kinds of delicious baked goods and sweet treats made fresh every day. From pastries and cakes to other tasty favorites, there’s always something sweet waiting for you! 😋

Stop by, grab a box, and treat yourself to the sweet side of Ay Papa Que Rico!

Stop by any one of our Ay Papa Que Rico locations for the best chicken around! 🍗🔥And if you’re planning an event, don’t ...
05/24/2026

Stop by any one of our Ay Papa Que Rico locations for the best chicken around! 🍗🔥

And if you’re planning an event, don’t forget — YES, we cater too! From family parties to work events, we can bring all your favorite Latin fusion flavors straight to your gathering. 😋

Come eat with us or let us cater your next event!

05/24/2026

When the food is so good the server grabs a bite when you’re not looking! 😋😂

Cuando la comida está tan buena que el mesero agarra un bocado cuando no estás viendo 😋😂

Our chicken is amazing all by itself… but with some red sauce or green sauce, it’s even better! 🍗🔥🌶️That extra flavor ta...
05/20/2026

Our chicken is amazing all by itself… but with some red sauce or green sauce, it’s even better! 🍗🔥🌶️

That extra flavor takes every bite to the next level and makes our famous chicken even more unforgettable. 😋

Come try it your way at Ay Papa Que Rico!

Our version of the Cuban sandwich… the Ay Papa way 👏🔥Loaded with flavor and made with that perfect Latin fusion touch, t...
05/20/2026

Our version of the Cuban sandwich… the Ay Papa way 👏🔥

Loaded with flavor and made with that perfect Latin fusion touch, this sandwich is one you’ve got to try for yourself. Crispy, savory, satisfying, and even better when you dip it into our famous green sauce 😋🔥

That combo? Absolute perfection.

05/19/2026

If you want to grow up big and strong… eat your Ay Papa Que Rico! 💪🍗😋

Our famous chicken is packed with flavor and grilled just right to keep you coming back for more. Strong taste, strong meals! 👏🔥

Come grab yours today!

Si quieres crecer grande y fuerte… ¡come Ay Papa Que Rico! 💪🍗😋

Nuestro famoso pollo está lleno de sabor y preparado al punto perfecto para que siempre quieras más. ¡Sabor fuerte, comida fuerte! 👏🔥

¡Ven por el tuyo hoy!

With so many Latin-flavored dishes, which one are you choosing?! 🔥🍗🥩🥪Our famous chicken?Our tasty ribs?Our delicious sau...
05/15/2026

With so many Latin-flavored dishes, which one are you choosing?! 🔥🍗🥩🥪

Our famous chicken?
Our tasty ribs?
Our delicious sausage?
Or maybe the Cuban sandwich? 😋

Whatever you pick, you’re getting bold flavor at Ay Papa Que Rico!

Our chicken is some of the best people have ever tasted! 🍗🔥Seasoned just right, flame-grilled to perfection, and juicy a...
05/14/2026

Our chicken is some of the best people have ever tasted! 🍗🔥

Seasoned just right, flame-grilled to perfection, and juicy all the way through — every bite is packed with bold flavor that keeps people coming back for more. 😋

Come taste the chicken everyone is talking about at Ay Papa Que Rico!

05/14/2026

When it’s your first day on the job and the guest orders 2 drinks… but you don’t know how to serve drinks yet 😂👏😅

Don’t worry, we’ve all been there!

Cuando es tu primer día en el trabajo y el cliente pide 2 bebidas… pero todavía no sabes cómo servirlas 😂👏😅

No te preocupes, ¡todos hemos pasado por eso!

Yes, we are OPEN for Mother’s Day! 🌸🍗❤️Bring mom by Ay Papa Que Rico and treat her to delicious Latin fusion flavors, de...
05/10/2026

Yes, we are OPEN for Mother’s Day! 🌸🍗❤️

Bring mom by Ay Papa Que Rico and treat her to delicious Latin fusion flavors, desserts, and our famous chicken. Let us handle the cooking while you enjoy time with the family! 😋

We’ll be open all day and ready to serve you. Happy Mother’s Day from Ay Papa Que Rico!

¡Sí, estaremos ABIERTOS para el Día de las Madres! 🌸🍗❤️

Trae a mamá a Ay Papa Que Rico y consiéntela con deliciosos sabores de fusión latina, postres y nuestro famoso pollo. ¡Déjanos la cocina a nosotros mientras disfrutas tiempo en familia! 😋

Estaremos abiertos todo el día y listos para atenderte. ¡Feliz Día de las Madres de parte de Ay Papa Que Rico!

05/09/2026

Come visit our Canoga location or any of our other Ay Papa Que Rico locations this Mother’s Day — WE WILL BE OPEN! 🌸🍗❤️

Bring mom in for some delicious food, desserts, and all the Latin fusion flavors she’ll love. Make it a tasty Mother’s Day with Ay Papa Que Rico! 😋

¡Visita nuestra ubicación de Canoga o cualquiera de nuestras otras ubicaciones de Ay Papa Que Rico este Día de las Madres — ESTAREMOS ABIERTOS! 🌸🍗❤️

Trae a mamá a disfrutar comida deliciosa, postres y todos los sabores latinos que le encantarán. ¡Haz que este Día de las Madres sea delicioso con Ay Papa Que Rico! 😋

05/07/2026

Why do people ask about us? Because we have the best chicken and dishes — and our bakery items are just as amazing! 🍗🧁🔥

From our famous chicken to fresh pastries and desserts, everything hits just right. Come see what everyone’s talking about! 😋

¿Por qué la gente pregunta por nosotros? ¡Porque tenemos el mejor pollo y platillos — y nuestros productos de panadería también están increíbles! 🍗🧁🔥

Desde nuestro famoso pollo hasta los postres frescos, todo está buenísimo. ¡Ven y prueba lo que todos están recomendando! 😋

Remember, we’re open every day at 10am! 🍗🔥Come by and enjoy our delicious Latin fusion dishes — from our famous chicken ...
05/03/2026

Remember, we’re open every day at 10am! 🍗🔥

Come by and enjoy our delicious Latin fusion dishes — from our famous chicken to sandwiches, bowls, burritos, and more.

Start your day with flavor at Ay Papa Que Rico! 😋

05/02/2026

Check out our amazing bakery at our Canoga location! 🧁🔥

So many delicious options to choose from — cakes, pastries, and fresh baked goods made daily. It’s the perfect way to treat yourself after your meal! 😋

Stop in and grab your own box today! (Bakery items available at Canoga, other locations may vary)

¡Visita nuestra increíble panadería en nuestra ubicación de Canoga! 🧁🔥

Tenemos muchas opciones deliciosas — pasteles, pan dulce y productos recién horneados todos los días. ¡Es la forma perfecta de darte un gusto después de tu comida! 😋

¡Pasa hoy y arma tu propia caja! (La panadería está disponible en Canoga, otras ubicaciones pueden variar)

We have a dish for your taste — and it’s going to be delicious! 🍗🔥Our famous chicken leads the way, but we also have bee...
05/01/2026

We have a dish for your taste — and it’s going to be delicious! 🍗🔥

Our famous chicken leads the way, but we also have beef ribs, sausage, and pork dishes all packed with bold Latin-inspired flavor.

Come try it today at Ay Papa Que Rico! 😋

Tenemos un platillo para tu gusto — ¡y va a estar delicioso! 🍗🔥

Nuestro famoso pollo es el favorito, pero también tenemos costillas de res, salchicha y platillos de cerdo llenos de sabor latino.

¡Ven a probarlos hoy en Ay Papa Que Rico! 😋

Exclusively at our Canoga location — Latin-inspired pizzas for under $20! 🍕🔥Try the Ay Papa pizza, the El Salvadoran, th...
04/30/2026

Exclusively at our Canoga location — Latin-inspired pizzas for under $20! 🍕🔥

Try the Ay Papa pizza, the El Salvadoran, the Mexican, the Al Pastor, or keep it classic with queso and pepperoni. Every pizza is packed with bold flavor and made to hit just right! 😋

Come by our Canoga location and try something different — you won’t regret it!

Try our shrimp cocktail at Ay Papa Que Rico! 🍤🔥Fresh, flavorful, and the perfect addition to your meal. It pairs great w...
04/29/2026

Try our shrimp cocktail at Ay Papa Que Rico! 🍤🔥

Fresh, flavorful, and the perfect addition to your meal. It pairs great with one of our drinks and brings that extra Latin flavor to the table. 😋

Order it next time you stop by and make your meal even better!

If you haven’t visited our Van Nuys location yet, you’re missing out! 🔥🍗Same great menu you love — our famous chicken, C...
04/28/2026

If you haven’t visited our Van Nuys location yet, you’re missing out! 🔥🍗

Same great menu you love — our famous chicken, Cuban sandwiches, burritos, bowls, and more. Plus all the imported drinks and tasty Latin beverages to go with it! 🥤

It’s a spot people keep coming back to for their favorite chicken. Stop by and check it out today! 😋

04/24/2026

We do catering too! 🎉🍗🥪

From our famous chicken to sandwiches and desserts, we’ve got everything you need to make your next event a hit.

Let us handle the food so you can enjoy the party — we’ve got you covered! 😋

04/23/2026

We have a variety of delicious favorites waiting for you at Ay Papa Que Rico! 🍗🔥🌯🥪

Our famous chicken that everyone knows and loves, our Cuban sandwich made even better with our green sauce, and our big burritos packed with fresh ingredients — it’s all here! 😋

Stop by for lunch or dinner and enjoy the bold Latin fusion flavors everyone is talking about!

Our Cuban sandwich is our own version — and it’s still really good! 🥪🔥Packed with flavor and pressed just right, it gets...
04/22/2026

Our Cuban sandwich is our own version — and it’s still really good! 🥪🔥

Packed with flavor and pressed just right, it gets even better with our green sauce. That combo is a must-try! 😋

Come by one of our locations and give it a try today!

Address

7250 Canoga Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
91303

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 9pm

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