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We stopped here for dinner while heading to Lake o' Pines for a weekend getaway, and it came recommended as a spot to eat while passing through Longview. We’re so glad we made the stop. The staff was warm, attentive, and welcoming, and the restaurant itself was stunning inside, boasting two floors of dining space. For an appetizer, we ordered the 7-layer dip, which was absolutely phenomenal—especially when paired with their homemade chips dusted with chili sauce. As a delightful bonus, they brought out warm flour tortillas with honey and butter alongside the chips, which was a treat. Our entrees were just as impressive. The chile rellenos with beans and rice were a standout, though the rice was a touch dry and could’ve used more flavor—perhaps a sprinkle of queso would’ve livened it up. The beef and cheese chimichanga, on the other hand, was perfection. To top it off, they offer an extensive lineup of margarita flavors. We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re in the area.
Adam CrainAdam Crain
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My family wanted to go out for Cinco De Mayo and had a couple places in mind. We are not from Longview, so we tried another place that we are familiar with. The wait time was over an hour. We instead drove down the street to Papacita’s. The reviews were great, and we started getting excited before we stepped inside. First impressions: this restaurant is massive! It’s 2 stories tall and has water features and a live mariachi band. We waited a whopping 2 minutes to be seated! 2 things about the food stood out to me. Each person at our table received a bowl of salsa instead of sharing one bowl and the puffy tacos I ordered were crispy and more like bowls than tacos. In San Antonio puffy tacos are still fluffy and able to be folded. Aside from that difference, this place was great. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for dinner in Longview, TX.
Daniel HennisDaniel Hennis
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Always pretty good. Probably one of the best spots for larger groups or company functions. Lacks a little in the more intimate setting. Not a bad thing, just not one of my preferred date night destinations. Food is typical chain style TexMex, it's good and portions are good sized. Service is pretty good although our server could have used some help with our party. She did an excellent job, but some assistance would have made her job easier. Sopapilla's are a signature dish here, and they are very good. The salsa had a "sweet" flavor tint to it. Not my favorite. I prefer a little "kick" to my salsa. It wasn't bad, just not what I like. I had the loaded 1/2 order of nachos and they were very good. All said, it was pretty good, typical well managed and staffed chain style restaurant.
Tim ParkerTim Parker
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Totasdas, enchiladas, soft flour tortillas and chips and queso. They had one server waiting 3 tables with over 12 customers each, that young man was running his butt off trying to keep up but much to our surprise he was excellent and very friendly and always had a smile on his face. We were upstairs the third table to the right.
Tracyne AshbyTracyne Ashby
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The ambience looks great and we loved the food. This is one place I have never imagined as a restaurant it's so big and has excellent customer service.
Mohan Babu ManiMohan Babu Mani
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Nearby Attractions Of Papacita's
Longview Mall
AMC Longview 10
Holiday Inn Longview - North by IHG
Natural Grocers
Granary Health Foods - Longview
Boba Pub
Locals Modern Market

Longview Mall
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AMC Longview 10
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Holiday Inn Longview - North by IHG
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Natural Grocers
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Chiangmai Thai Kitchen
Little Mexico
Jucys Taco
Jaggers
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Cafe Barron's
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Jason's Deli

Chiangmai Thai Kitchen
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Little Mexico
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Jucys Taco
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Jaggers
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Basic Info
Address
305 W Loop 281, Longview, TX 75605
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(903) 663-1700
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papacitas.com
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4.4
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Long-running operation providing Tex-Mex eats in a casual, 2-story space, plus lunch specials.
attractions: Longview Mall, AMC Longview 10, Holiday Inn Longview - North by IHG, Natural Grocers, Granary Health Foods - Longview, Boba Pub, Locals Modern Market, restaurants: Chiangmai Thai Kitchen, Little Mexico, Jucys Taco, Jaggers, Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, Cafe Barron's, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, Jason's Deli

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