Cafe Mambo - Paia

The restaurant was not busy at first, but when a few more people came in, it became overwhelming for the lone server. It took a long time to receive our overpri... read more The restaurant was not busy at first, but when a few more people came in, it became overwhelming for the lone server. It took a long time to receive our overpriced moderate portion of food.

Just like everyone else, we had to try the crispy duck fajitas at this restaurant. They were excellent. The portions were very generous and the presentation was... read more Just like everyone else, we had to try the crispy duck fajitas at this restaurant. They were excellent. The portions were very generous and the presentation was well done. We were able to customize them to our liking. We also took a peek at other dishes and everything looked delicious. The prices were very reasonable, especially for a restaurant in a small beach town like this one, reminiscent of the villages along the Oregon coast. The service was a bit apathetic, but acceptable. The drinks seemed a little off in taste. Despite these minor issues, we will definitely be returning.

The crispy duck was exceptional and delicious! I would eat it on anything. read more The crispy duck was exceptional and delicious! I would eat it on anything.

We came here once and forgot to take pictures, because as soon as I saw my food I mowed it in about two minutes. So we came back a couple days later, because th... read more We came here once and forgot to take pictures, because as soon as I saw my food I mowed it in about two minutes. So we came back a couple days later, because the crispy duck burger is one of the best things I have ever eaten, and I am an accomplished eater.I am certain the other food here is good, but the only reason you shouldn't order the duck burger is because you ordered two.Get the onion rings, put one o' dem bad boys on it. Slather your upper bun with the curry mayo. Ask for a second tub of it. Ifyou're doing it right, you'll run out. Absolutely bonkers delicious.

We went there mid September on a Friday night around 7pm. They closed at 8pm. The had their famed crispy duck fajita and the fresh fish fajita. Both came with a... read more We went there mid September on a Friday night around 7pm. They closed at 8pm. The had their famed crispy duck fajita and the fresh fish fajita. Both came with an assortment of guacamole, sour cream, tomato sauce, salad etc served on a different plate, along with the fajitas and the duck and fish each on different plates. We loved both! The duck was juicy and crispy; but toooily. The fresh fish unfortunately overcooked. This is a nice , original place to hang. Easy going, great after surfing whenhanging out with yiur friend. The staff was super friendly even we were the last guests before closing.