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Tapas Papa Frita - Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ

Tapas Papa Frita - Scottsdale

4.4
4.4
829 Reviews
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Authentic Spanish Tapas and Cuisine are the highlight of this view restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale. Live Flamenco shows and Spanish Guitar add to the ambiance of Tapas Papa Frita with Award Winning Chef Joseph Gutierrez creating Catalonian, Basque and Andalusian cuisine along with the largest selection of Tapas in the Valley. A full bar and a large selection of Spanish wines round out your dining experience. Patio seating available year round.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 29 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Mediterranean

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (480) 699-5004

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Joseph Gutierrez

  • Private party facilities

    We offer the ability to host private events. Please contact Nanette directly at the restaurant for more details.

  • Neighbourhood

    Old Town Scottsdale

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Entertainment

    We have nightly entertainment Thursday - Sunday.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

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What 829 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. anna3com

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ordered grill octopus, dates with goat cheese and truffle potatoes, Everything was delicious. Service was excellent and checked with us frequently. We really enjoyed the live music and flamingo dancer. We will be back next time we visit town.
  2. JerryK

    Tahoe

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Selection of Tapas is good, flavor was above average but not great. 1 in our party ordered an entree the rest of us had soup and tapas. Soup came fast and Tapas maybe 2 minutes later. The entree didn’t arrive until the rest of us had finished our meal. The entertainment was good but too loud, couldn’t hear any of our conversation
  3. Christina67

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall1food1service2ambience1
    The music very loud, you can't talk. Bad quality of food and poor service. Not for me
  4. ChowHound

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    Our reservations were at 6:30 PM. There were six of us and we sat outside, which was very nice ambience. We did not get our dinner till 815 five of the six of us went inside to the bar to order a glass of wine, because the server was nowhere to be found appetizer plates were not cleared off water was not refilled five of the six of us were new to this restaurant and will not come back. We did ask to speak to the manager and they did take 50% off the bill. I appreciate that, but decided there other places that have better service that we will continue to go to.
  5. WaHa

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience! Great food, great service, great atmosphere. Couldn't ask for a better evening. Highly recommend!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    I ordered from the AZ restaurant week menu. The tapas were delicious, and the dessert was on point. Unfortunately, the main dish fish was overcooked and dry. It appears they grilled the fish and then placed it in the oven to melt cheese on top. On the positive side the flavor was very good. Overall this is a good restaurant. I’d recommend it but suggest skipping the fish.
  7. LAAScottsdale

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    We had a wonderful experience last time we were here - but will not go back after last night. The waiter was not understandable (given his accent) and the food was tasteless. We were with another couple and ordered the Restaurant Week special for $55/ each and they brought all the appetizers on one plate instead of separating by couple - which is unacceptable post Covid. My husband got sick from the food and the waiter kept bumping into my husband’s seat while waiting on the next table. In addition, the hostess who directed us to our table was unprofessional. The only good thing was the music. However, it’s not enough to bring us back.
  8. Anir

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    Felt a bit rushed. All courses were sub-par, especially dessert.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We were really looking forward to this and selected this restaurant for our last night in Arizona based on recommendations. The noise level was very high - echoing conversations from everywhere, clattering of dishes, dropped glass by bar. The entertainment was also not what was expected based on the recommendation. If we had not asked for a table near the stage which is a small corner next to the kitchen window (noisy) and the hall to the bathrooms (constant walking through) we would barely be able to see it. As a design and build construction company owner the restaurant layout does not work for the ambiance they are going for. The website advertised a Chef special including paella which we wanted to try but were informed they were not provided that special (should of updated the website) so we quickly settled for meals offered through the Arizona restaurant week menu they provided and the mahi was dry, the lamb rough and they got one of our tapa orders wrong so we didn’t eat our tapas at the same time because we had to wait 15 minutes for them to correct. Disappointed……
  10. ChrisP

    Phoenix

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    It was the first day of Restaurant week, and they were clearly not prepared. The service took over 2 hours, which left us uncomfortable and ready to leave. The food was overcooked and arrived lukewarm, and arrived really late, because the orders were mixed up. I ordered pork, but realized after trying it that I got lamb. Dessert was delicious, and the server was helpful. We paid way too much for it to go like this, and it was our 39th wedding anniversary, so it was a shame it wasn't good.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Did not enjoy the food - everything was super oily and mediocre
  12. WillardG

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    For a truly wonderful taste if Spain, try this place. The ambiance is wonderful, the food is fantastic, especially the stuffed dates wrapped in bacon.
  13. ConnieD

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We got seated right away. There was a live band. Our server was helpful with the menu selections. It was a wonderful evening!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite places to go. The food is amazing, absolutely delicious! Outstanding service, and the overall experience makes it worth it for us to do a 30-min drive to go there. Can’t wait to go again!
  15. twood

    Phoenix

    44 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We went early so it was fairly quiet, but we had a wonderful time talking and catching up. So many choices, and I can't wait to go back and try more. We stuck with wine and tapas this time, but next time we are definitely getting entrees. Great place.
  16. JoeR

    Phoenix

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    We dined on the patio facing the waterfront. The ambience was excellent and quiet. Our server was good but initially was very pushy to get our order, then he seemed to slow down to the point that we waited a bit to order our next round of plates. The Sangria was very expensive. The soups were very good (Alubias and seafood). The Spanish meatballs, garlic chicken, and potato tortillas were quite good but the pork tenderloin was chewy and a bit tough. Overall, it was a nice dining experience.
  17. JudyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The flamenco performance was beautiful, the sangria was as good as mine, food was amazing. I wish I would have requested a table closer to the stage and not be distracted by others customer that were not paying attention. Overall it was perfect. Planning a 60th anniversary dinner for my parents in 2 weeks and I went to revisalo bien. We are looking forward to their dinner. Thank you.
  18. RadhikaA

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent tapas! Great service. Wonderful atmosphere.
  19. Dude0317

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an overall excellent experience. The food was great and the waiters very attentive.
  20. r10u

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    Service was disorganized. We ordered tapas but didn't get several dishes. After a significant period of time we contacted our waiter. He told us it was delivered to another table. Throughout our meal waiters csme over with food that we never ordered. It was a disappointing experience.
  21. Rand

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience once again. Food is amazing! Service wonderful. Love Tapas Papa Frita.
  22. JimS

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food impressed our out of town guests and the ambiance was just right. A very successful business dinner.
  23. DAVEY

    Nashville

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely Spanish restaurant right on the canal. Picturesque outside patio dining. We had the chef special so you get a to taste like 6 tapas & then they bring a whole paella for the table of us 4. We had so much leftover. Would definitely go back!
  24. KayV

    Denver

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    We went for a girls weekend and enjoyed our dinner.
  25. BRENTONC

    Phoenix

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gem of a restaurant . Entire staff is happy and the food is excellent.
  26. Gracie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gem in old town scottsdale area. Sat on the patio and enjoyed several tapas, all were very good. Hope to return soon!
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic selection - excellent paella. We had a wonderful dinner sharing tapas on a gorgeous patio. Very busy but quick service.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience4
    Our waiter looked like he was high. Asked for the order numerous times and it was incorrect each time something came out. Very rude staff
  29. Karen

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, quick service for delicious food!!!! Love the staff and the food.
  30. IrwinB

    Phoenix

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    It was a very noisy evening. Jam packed restaurant with live music. It was very difficult to converse. Our server was excellent and very attentive. He made good recommendations.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was perfect - the food, our waiter was very attentive and helpful and the outdoor seating was restful and beautiful!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and beautiful outdoor patio. Everything we ordered for our group of six was delicious
  33. Hiptip

    Phoenix

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Sunday on the patio. Service excellent, food excellent
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Been here many times. Usually it’s a no brainer for us to take out of town guests. We had an unfortunate waiter this time around ( never gave us his name) who was more interested in pushing the pre fixed menu than anything else. He was very dismissive and perhaps was over worked and over stressed but he really was a downer for our group. Food was good but for the price, we left unsatisfied and sadly, will take this off our “go to” options as we entertain. If owned this restaurant I would find out who this gentleman is and suggest he find himself a job that he enjoys. He certainly does not help their bottom line.
  35. HANDMG

    Phoenix

    113 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    113 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous tapas. We had 10 different plates and there were none that weren’t delicious. I’m just sorry I didn’t take any pictures. I was too busy tasting. We will be back.
  36. Dave

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Food was very good. We sat outside and it was very quiet. We enjoyed our dinner.
  37. Buchanan

    Charlotte

    30 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience5
    Great location and lovely patio. I liked our server but the food was truly poor. I swear the asparagus was canned (or grossly over cooked) the meatballs were gross. This is an example of a restaurant working just because of location but I won’t be back.
  38. Rosie

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience4
    I have went to this restaurant for several years, it was certainly a favorite fir me. That is no longer the case after another visit last evening with party of 8 with reservations, I cannot express the horrible service we had, we were there fir literally hours & hours. I had to go twice to hostess desk to ask where order was and when they will take care our order. I spent way to much money for such a bad experience.
  39. SonN

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The food was okay and over priced. Service was incredible
  40. RussellG

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a nice experience. Table for 3 and we ordered 6 tapas... it was plenty!

FAQs

Tapas Papa Frita - Scottsdale is rated 4.4 stars by 829 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Tapas Papa Frita - Scottsdale

7114 East Stetson Drive, Suite 210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood

    Old Town Scottsdale

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Mediterranean

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Joseph Gutierrez

  • Entertainment

    We have nightly entertainment Thursday - Sunday.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

  • Phone number

    (480) 699-5004

  • Private party facilities

    We offer the ability to host private events. Please contact Nanette directly at the restaurant for more details.

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