Pao's Pastries & Cafe

4.4 ( 147 reviews )
Checking... 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
14499 Friar St, Van Nuys, CA 91401, United States
+1 818-844-6421
At Pao's Pastries & Cafe, nestled in Van Nuys, California, we celebrate the rich flavors of Bolivian cuisine in a cozy, casual setting. Our story is rooted in a love for authentic dishes, from the hearty silpancho to delectable salteñas and pastries. Guests enjoy our inviting atmosphere and friendly service, with highlights such as complimentary coffee from 9 to 11 AM. We cater to everyone, offering wheelchair-accessible facilities, outdoor seating, and delectable options for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. The overwhelming praise from our patrons speaks volumes—each visit promises a warm experience and the comforting taste of home.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • Does not have assistive hearing loop
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Pao's Pastries & Cafe

Davina Escalante
Apr 20,2025
Amazing service. Very kind employees. The food was amazing, felt like Bolivia again. I would definitely recommend.
Hadi's Entertainment
Apr 8,2025
These guys have an amazing Bolivian food in town, I had a chance to check their food and it was just incredibly yummy. I tried Silpancho, a big dish, I will return back later for sure. They offer free coffee between 9-11 am. I also got their apple pastry. I definitely recommend it. Staff are very friendly.
Sebastian Chavez Rivero
Mar 29,2025
Delicious Bolivian food. Thanks for the amazing service we got, cheers!
Noemi Diaz
Mar 26,2025
Could not believe how wonderfully authentic the food was! Tastes exactly like the food our Bolivian friends would prepare for us when we lived there. 10/10
Bree Lehmann
Mar 22,2025
Delicious, authentic Bolivian food! The silpancho was huge but was extremely tasty! I also really enjoyed their saltenas, coffee, and empanadas. The conversation was really nice and the place was very warm and comfortable. :)
Andy Mejia
Mar 6,2025
Everything was great. The food was super good, loved the Saltenas, both the chicken and beef, and the soup mani was super good with the potatoes and creamy base. The cookies were tasty and drinks were good too, not too sweet. Place is small but friendly/cozy. Waiter was helpful and gave great service. Would definitely come back again
JJ Ryan
Mar 2,2025
When I tell you this is my happy place. I 100% am not lying. My family is from La Paz and Cochabama, and no other restaurant that serves salteñas compares to here. It is my home away from home. I love watching them make salteñas. It reminds me of my tias and abuela. It is worth the drive to get a little piece of home. The cost is great and the atmosphere is lovely. I drop at least 30 every time I go, and it's worth it.I bring my friends and they immediately love it!! Don't go anywhere else. A whole country and tradition live in that kitchen, and I love it!!
Ali Tavakoli
Jan 7,2025
This place is awesome.... I can't belive I didn't know it was here. I had the silpancho (basically a breaded steak over rice with an egg on top) and it was perfect... Just like in Bolivia. My wife had saltenas (Bolivian empanadas with stew inside) and they were great. This place is a must try. The ladies working there were very nice and helpful as well. We will be coming back for sure.

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