Papagayo - Hamilton

I believe Papagayo offers a more authentic Mexican dining experience compared to most places in Hamilton. The service was friendly and all the dishes we tried were fresh. The calamari was particularly tender and they offer a range of interesting Mexican options. However, I found the prices to be a bit high and personally, I'm not a big fan of Mexican cuisine. However, I think those who enjoy Mexican food would appreciate dining here.

The flavour is amazing and the portions are a good size. A favourite is the Rellenos Mexico with Chorizo as the meat choice. The decor is splendid and getting a jar of water on the table is a bonus. Very friendly staff make it a pleasant experience to take loved ones and family.

Papagayo is one of our favourite restaurants in Hamilton. This brightly coloured little spot off of King Street is a Mexican fiesta of flavours. The food is made with fresh ingredients and tastes wonderful. Authentic. Flavourful. Filling. Freshly squeezed lime margaritas and their take on bocadillos are our favourite. The staff is great as well.

The food was good and our server was very nice but I had to change my order twice because they were out of certain ingredients. I didn't see many spicy options on the menu either but all-in-all I enjoyed it there.

This restaurant deserves a visit, especially if you like Mexican food with flavour and aren't fixated on the spicy aspect. I ordered the combination platter, complete with two seperate burritos that are fused together. The chorizo burrito was particularly good, but it really could have done with some spices, or at least with some table options to add a kick to the meal (for me the spicier the better, so I was a bit dissappointed). The service was excellent, very friendly and prompt. Portions were average. Expect to pay about $25-35 per person with drinks. (Free) Parking is scarce so if your driving here keep that in mind.