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Address: In The Basement, 50 S Virginia St #21, Reno, NV 89501
Phone: (775) 622-0020
Website: https://papawhatyoucooking.com/
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Marianela Borbon
We had such a great experience at Papa What You Cooking. The restaurant was very clean, and the food was full of flavor.
We ordered:
-Oxtail with rice and gravy
-Shrimp and grits
-Mac and cheese
Everything was delicious. The oxtail was incredibly tender and literally fell off the bone when we went to serve it onto our plates. The only small issue was that the rice was a bit clumpy and not cooked thoroughly, but even with that, the meal was still enjoyable and deserving of five stars.
Thank you for a wonderful meal. This place is an absolute must try.
… moreWe ordered:
-Oxtail with rice and gravy
-Shrimp and grits
-Mac and cheese
Everything was delicious. The oxtail was incredibly tender and literally fell off the bone when we went to serve it onto our plates. The only small issue was that the rice was a bit clumpy and not cooked thoroughly, but even with that, the meal was still enjoyable and deserving of five stars.
Thank you for a wonderful meal. This place is an absolute must try.
Bodie Green
Oh boy, where do I start. First we were greeted by Papa with the type of energy you only see from people who love what they do, we ordered the shrimp and grits, mac and cheese and a grilled cheese, I was recommended to get the Papas tea which was FANTASTIC ! So refreshing. We were also given a very good sized sweet tea to try… for free ! Also very good ! The grilled cheese pull was something out of a cartoon, the shrimp and grits had me cheesing the whole time we were there, and the mac and cheese was so flavorful. His employees are also super friendly and helpful !
Price was more than fair for how full we were afterwards. Be ready to be full for the rest of the day after eating here. Not kidding. Thank you, we will return.
… morePrice was more than fair for how full we were afterwards. Be ready to be full for the rest of the day after eating here. Not kidding. Thank you, we will return.
Monique K
Soul food like big ma use to make…Gem of downtown Reno in the old post office building basement with limited seating. Had the shrimp & grits, greens & sweet, sweet cornbread, and red beans and rice, all were smack ya mama good. Oxtails next time .
… moreRaven Raven
What a great hidden gem. My husband and I were craving grits and searched up the best in the area. This establishment truly has great shrimp and grits. The sweet tea was excellent as well as the corn bread. We will definitely be back to sample more of your phenomenal menu.
… moreMjjshop G
Thr food was amazing and staff was nice. I had the braised oxtail with cornbread. My husband had the Nate sandwich and red beads and rice. Everything was yummy. The only issue was my rice wasn’t cooked enough. The food was still yummy and I would come back again. The sweet tea also hit the spot.
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We tried this place when we were in the area and it was the best decision we made. We ordered the po boy, oxtail, and watermelon sorbet. The po boy was filling and the roast beef/gravy were delicious. The oxtail came with two large pieces over rice and it was fantastic. I am so glad I ordered it. So filling and rich, I cleaned my plate! The watermelon sorbet cut through all the meaty goodness of our food and was refreshing and bright. The watermelon flavor really came through and was a great dessert. I hope to return and try their shrimp and grits. Thank you for a great meal! I also learned that Guy Fieri came to this place recently and gave his seal of approval! Please check this place out in The Basement if you are looking for some good eats.
… moreDonna Wanna
Down stairs, and at the very end of the hall… and worth the journey! You might have to wait a few minutes during peak eating times, but it’s worth the wait! What a great whole-in-the-wall restaurant!!! I really enjoy these kinds of places — no frills, great service (I think his name is Wallis?), truly yummy food! I had the baked chicken, collards and black-eyed peas. The chicken was flavorful and moist. I ate two helpings of the collards, with their tangy seasoning and perfect texture. The black eye peas reminded me of what my grandmother from Oklahoma used to made — simple but really good! It’s been quite a while since I’ve had fantastic soul food.
… moreNicholas Wong
Have a most amazing sandwich lunch at Papa’s. Po boy and melted cheese sandwich was juicy and flavorful, bread was soft and pickles are on point. The corn bread was so good that I have to get another to go. Baked chicken wings mmmm yummy goes well w the chilli table sauce. Met up and chatted with Papa Wiliam really friendly guy! Could do with more business. Place was at the basement of the building, drop by if you at Reno, won’t regret!
… moreJessica “That_Tgirl_Jess” Frasier
11/10 would recommend this restaurant to anyone. Quaint & cozy atmosphere, the staff was hella friendly. If I could give the food 6 stars I would. As someone from the south I can attest that the food is definitely soulful, lol. The red beans & rice are absolutely fantastic, some of the best I’ve ever eaten tbh.
They offer a roast beef melt that is amazing. Made with thin sliced roast beef & cheese between two slices of bread, then toasted like a grilled cheese. Their greens are pretty damn good too, made with smoked turkey instead of ham hocks/bacon like im used to but still fire.
… moreThey offer a roast beef melt that is amazing. Made with thin sliced roast beef & cheese between two slices of bread, then toasted like a grilled cheese. Their greens are pretty damn good too, made with smoked turkey instead of ham hocks/bacon like im used to but still fire.
Charlene
Delicious. I had the baked chicken with collard greens and dirty rice. Chicken is nicely flavoured. I’ve never tried the sides before so it was interesting, but tasty eaten together. The food also came out hot, which was very comforting. If you take the elevator down to the basement, walk down the hallway past the shops to find this place.
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