Papagayos
Lake Arrowhead Village, Lake Arrowhead
Restaurant in Lake Arrowhead, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Papagayos is a practical Lake Arrowhead pick when the goal is an easy, casual meal rather than a formal special-occasion dinner. It is better for flexible lunches, relaxed dinners, and mixed groups than for diners chasing awards, chef-led menus, or a polished splurge setting.
About Papagayos
Papagayos is a casual venue in Lake Arrowhead. It is open Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 9 PM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 9 PM. For visitors comparing options in the area, the clearest takeaway is that Papagayos has daily hours and a casual dress code.
Use it as a practical Lake Arrowhead option when the timing and casual setting fit your plans.
Choose it for a casual Lake Arrowhead meal
The strongest case for Papagayos is simplicity: casual dress and daily hours. That can make it useful when you are planning around a Lake Arrowhead schedule. If you are comparing other dining options, BIN189 is another name to consider. For a different option, Belgian Waffle Works may also be part of the same short list.
First-timers should keep expectations grounded in the basics. Papagayos is a casual Lake Arrowhead venue with a daily schedule. The reliable facts are its Lake Arrowhead location, casual dress code, and daily operating hours.
Plan around the hours
Papagayos is open 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday, and 10 AM to 9 PM on Sunday. Those hours make it possible to consider the venue for a daytime or evening meal, depending on your schedule. If you are deciding between Papagayos and other options such as BIN189, The Pines Modern Steakhouse, Citrone, or other Lake Arrowhead dining rooms, compare based on the experience you want and confirm current details directly before you go.
For broader planning, use our full Lake Arrowhead restaurants guide. Quick reference: choose Papagayos when its casual setting and daily hours match your plans.
Planning details
- Location
- 28200 CA-189, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
- Website
- papagayosonline.com
- Phone
- +19093379529
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Papagayos sits squarely in the mountain-resort lane: set along CA-189 in Lake Arrowhead Village, it lives under a close pine canopy and benefits from the dramatic natural backdrop. The restaurant reads as approachable and unpretentious, leaning into a rustic, scenic character rather than fine-dining formality. The room and menu aim to satisfy travelers who have driven up for a weekend and locals who know the rhythm of the village. Familiar Mexican favorites and standout cocktails give the place a convivial, comfortable energy that feels appropriate to its mountain setting.
Best For
Papagayos is best for casual group meals, family outings and anyone looking for an easy, satisfying post-drive dinner or midday stop while exploring Lake Arrowhead Village. The kitchen is built to handle a shifting guest mix, locals during the week and weekend visitors from the basin, so it suits convivial gatherings and larger parties as well as families. Expect a relaxed experience centered on shared plates, bold margaritas and straightforward Mexican classics that appeal across age groups.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the signatures: the Killer Margaritas, Chicken Rolled Tacos and Nachos Supremas are highlighted specialties and good bets for a first visit. The description emphasizes the realities of mountain dining (longer supply chains and a kitchen that prioritizes reliable, crowd-pleasing dishes) so favor those established menu items. Given the group- and family-friendly focus, plan to share plates and cocktails; the menu is designed for straightforward, familiar choices rather than experimental tasting formats.
Venue details
Ambiance
Festive cantina atmosphere with lively bar vibes and airy spacious interior.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Margaritas
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Killer Margaritas
- Chicken Rolled Tacos
- Nachos Supremas
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 28200 CA-189, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Belgian Waffle Works, Notable alternative
- BIN189, Notable alternative
- The Pines Modern Steakhouse, Notable alternative
- Citrone, Notable alternative
- The Gourmet Pizza Shoppe, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Papagayos compares in Lake Arrowhead
Papagayos is the safer choice when ease matters more than ceremony. Compared with Belgian Waffle Works, it reads as more of an all-day casual meal option than a breakfast-or-brunch-led stop. Belgian Waffle Works is the better fit for a daytime comfort-food plan; Papagayos is easier to justify when the group wants lunch or dinner without making the meal the main event.
BIN189 is the stronger cross-shop for a more polished night out in Lake Arrowhead. Pick BIN189 when ambiance and a more composed dinner setting matter. Pick Papagayos when booking difficulty, group flexibility, and low-pressure timing matter more than a dressed-up room.
Against The Pines Modern Steakhouse, Citrone, and The Gourmet Pizza Shoppe, Papagayos sits in the casual, practical lane. The Pines Modern Steakhouse and Citrone make more sense for a splurge or occasion-led meal; The Gourmet Pizza Shoppe is the fallback for the easiest crowd-pleaser format. Papagayos is the pick when the group wants relaxed Lake Arrowhead dining with fewer moving parts.
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Compare Papagayos
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Papagayos | Lake Arrowhead | No published awards |
| Belgian Waffle Works | Lake Arrowhead | No published awards |
| BIN189 | Lake Arrowhead | No published awards |
| The Pines Modern Steakhouse | Highland | No published awards |
| Citrone | Redlands | No published awards |
| The Gourmet Pizza Shoppe | Redlands | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Papagayos?
Papagayos is a casual Lake Arrowhead venue with daily hours. It is open Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 9 PM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 9 PM.
Can Papagayos accommodate groups?
If you are planning for multiple people, contact Papagayos directly before going.
What are alternatives to Papagayos?
Other dining names to consider include Belgian Waffle Works, The Pines Modern Steakhouse, BIN189, Citrone, and The Gourmet Pizza Shoppe.
Is lunch or dinner better at Papagayos?
Papagayos is open 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday, and 10 AM to 9 PM on Sunday. Choose the time that best fits your Lake Arrowhead plans.
Is Papagayos good for a special occasion?
Papagayos has a casual dress code, so compare it with other options if you want a more specific experience.
Is Papagayos good for solo dining?
Papagayos is casual and open daily in Lake Arrowhead.
