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Casa Papaya
Breakfast (including pancakes, eggs, waffles)
Mentioned multiple times as delicious, perfectly prepared, and bursting with flavor. Breakfast quality is exceptional and offers a variety of options including vegetarian choices.
Tequeños
Highly recommended as a starter, described as 'super recommended' and enjoyed by guests.
Casa Papaya Burger
Specifically praised as very good and recommended by customers.
Platano Surprise Bomb
Received a perfect 10/10 rating, noted alongside poached egg as exceptional dishes.
Poached Egg
Also rated 10/10 by a reviewer, highlighting its quality and taste.
Pisco Sour (cocktail)
Called one of the best pisco sours in years, indicating high quality of cocktails.
Location details
8QQ6+R5Q isla colon, C. 3a, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro Province, PA
Open in Google MapsAbout Casa Papaya
Casa Papaya is a brunch restaurant in Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro Province, with breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert service. Reviewers consistently praise the Peruvian and Japanese-leaning menu, especially ceviche, poke bowls, pancakes, and tequeños, along with the ocean view and friendly staff. It is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with outdoor seating, cocktails, coffee, and table service. The restaurant is also noted as convenient for travelers near the ferry and water taxi area.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Casa Papaya known for?
Casa Papaya is best known for ceviche, poke bowls, and its Peruvian dishes, with reviewers also calling out the breakfast and ocean-view setting. People consistently mention the friendly, attentive staff and the convenient location near the ferry and water taxi area in Bocas del Toro.
What dishes are most recommended at Casa Papaya?
Reviewers most often recommend ceviche, poke bowls, pancakes, eggs with waffles, tequeños, omeletes, and the Casa Papaya Burger. Breakfast items and seafood dishes get especially strong praise, and one review specifically noted a $13 breakfast with pancakes, eggs, waffles, and coffee as good value.
What is the atmosphere like at Casa Papaya?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a waterfront or ocean-view setting. It seems to suit solo diners, groups, and travelers stopping in before a ferry or water taxi, since several reviews mention it as an easy place to wait and eat.
Is Casa Papaya good value, and what is the price range?
Casa Papaya is in the PAB 10 to 30 range, and reviewers repeatedly say the pricing is good or very reasonable for the quality of food and service. One breakfast of pancakes, eggs with waffles, and coffee was described as costing $13, which supports the value reputation.
When is the best time to visit Casa Papaya?
Breakfast is a strong time to go, especially if you want dishes like pancakes, omeletes, tequeños, or eggs with waffles, and several reviews mention the place as a first stop after arriving in Bocas del Toro. It is also convenient before a ferry or water taxi, and some guests noted relatively fast service even when they arrived early.
Is parking available at Casa Papaya?
Yes. Free street parking is available.
Is Casa Papaya kid-friendly?
Yes, Casa Papaya is good for kids.
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