Papapavlo's Bistro & Bar
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Papapavlo's Bistro & Bar
We are excited to have you as our guests for lunch or dinner. Papapavlo's is conveniently located in Lincoln Center at 501 N. Lincoln Center in Stockton, California. Whether you dine in one of our 5 private banquet rooms in Stockton or our open dining room / bar, at both locations, you will thoroughly enjoy our Continental, with a Mediterranean flair, cuisine.

We offer elegant patio dining for all seasons and a large full-service bar, where you can enjoy observing the chefs put your meal together right before your very eyes. We are open everyday Monday through Sunday at 11:00 am for lunch. We do not close between lunch and dinner. We switch to dinner menus at 4:00 pm.
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Papapavlo's is ready to host your next special dinning event! We have banquet areas capable of seating 12 to 100 in a comfortable, intimate setting. Whether your Stockton area function is a wedding, private party or corporate event, Papapavlo's elegant and convenient banquets are ideal for all occasions!
Papapavlo's is proud to announce a great tasting marinade from our kitchen to yours! Papapavlo's Classic Greek Salad Dressing helps you create Mediterranean-inspired meals at home! This delicious marinade and salad dressing is the same one that we use at the restaurant! It is currently available at local grocers and delicatessens.
Reviews (24)
Robert Manning
Robert Manning
Jan 31, 2022
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Very nice night out with mom. Flaming cheese appetizer (table side flaming show) main course cooked perfectly. Not over season or salty like some chain restaurants. Was very pleased. They even had a live singer for the evening. Did patio seating since I'm hard of hearing and the music was a bit much for me. 5 stars for exceptional service and courterious staff.
Nick B.
Nick B.
Jan 27, 2022
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Recent reviews of this location are pretty negative in regards to mask mandates. In my experience, I have had noting but attentive and thoughtful interactions with the staff. Masking is just something they do constantly and I'm left scratching my head at those who have had a different experience. Sorry, but nobody is perfect and I can only imagine those who take the time to point out the flaws of others have issues not related to masks. Just a thought.
Gigi C.
Gigi C.
Jan 22, 2022
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Went here with my friend after work. It was a "we need a drink" kind of night. We had the blackberry smash. It was good. We ordered the apple and Brie triangles. It was soooo good. I had the Greek salad and seafood linguini. Loved it. We also had pita bread and the hummus. I don't usually care for hummus but loved theirs. We wanted to sit out on the patio. It was a beautiful night and we were seated promptly. Next time I want to sit at the bar which looked fun. We will def be back!!!!
Phyllis Williams
Phyllis Williams
Jan 18, 2022
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My First Visit and Not my last! Great and Enjoyable Atmosphere. Enjoyed my Dinner and so did My Hubby! We will be back!
Misty J.
Misty J.
Jan 09, 2022
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Will not go back, they do not wear mask smh. I can't believe it, I really
loved this place.
Ken O.
Ken O.
Jan 04, 2022
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First time here. Referred by my cousin who lives in the area. Excellent service! Tried the gyro salad and it was prepped perfectly. Good portion as well. Vibe is quaint and great for families. The shopping center looks like there are many great restaurants as parking was hard to find. Good news about food travels fast. We'll be back.
Roxi Augustine
Roxi Augustine
Jan 02, 2022
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Attended hosted birthday celebration. Choice of sole or gyros. Both were good, served with vegetables, rice, green salad, and flat bread. Service was a a bit spotty, several tables had all but 1-2 patrons served before those last diners' meals delivered after all the other tables were served and others at their table finished eating. Had to request additional bread, butter. Seemed to be very short staffed compared to previous visits. Manager came in and physically helped serve! Food was very good.
Mike Gomez
Mike Gomez
Dec 28, 2021
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I like this place. Food was really good. The service was good. We had the lamb skewers with rice. Food was cooked at the right temperature. We were in town to run errands, and it was a good place to take a break and eat.
Jeff Y.
Jeff Y.
Nov 30, 2021
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I just moved to this area and heard this restaurant was very good,I called and made reservations on the fly and they were very accommodating,Bartenders were friendly, They sat us quickly, We both had the Gyro Salad. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive, Looking forward to returning..
Parcia M.
Parcia M.
Nov 07, 2021
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I recommend making reservations for dinner as it gets very busy in the evening. I had filet mignon for dinner. It was served with rich mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables. The filet mignon was charbroiled and cooked to perfection. Each bite was melt-in-your-mouth softness. The sauce has mushrooms in it and not recommended if you're not a fan of mushrooms. For Dessert, I ordered coconut cream pie. It was slightly sweet with smooth flavors of coconut. Coconut flakes were incorporated into the topping. There is live music on the evening I attended. I enjoyed the music, however, it was difficult
Jessica N.
Jessica N.
Oct 16, 2021
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We were up in Stockton a few weeks ago visiting friends and had lunch here. We are from the South Bay and I'm not sure what the COVID guidelines are in Stockton, but I noticed that the servers were not wearing masks. We ended up sitting at their outside patio since the weather was so nice! They give you complimentary fresh bread which I think was pita? They have balsamic vinegar and oil for you to dip that in. We ordered the appetizer sampler to share among 5 people which I think was enough because their entrees were HUGE! I ordered the chicken brochette- they gave a lot of rice which was
Shivninder Gill
Shivninder Gill
Sep 24, 2021
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We only tried this place to give it a shot. We were tired of only going to Olive Garden for Italian. This restaurant is legit and food is cooked to just about right as far as taste bud goes. Must give a try for those who haven't been here. Hope this review helps many out there who just can't decide or scared of trying a new restaurant.
Carrie S.
Carrie S.
Sep 08, 2021
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Always delicious! I have a lot of compassion for the wait staff as they did there best to keep up on a super busy evening. Food was wonderful, ambiance was a bit loud, but what can you do? We will continue to come back!
Pheonix Ryan L.
Pheonix Ryan L.
Aug 26, 2021
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Amazing. You just need to know what to order. I love the grilled lamb chops with rice instead of potatoes. Side of lemon chicken soup with a side of dolma...the stuffed grape leaves. Very good staff with excellent service. One lovely waitress even risked her life, running across the street,
chasing us down, to give us the box of leftovers we had left on the table. That's customer service. =)
Dan Albertson
Dan Albertson
Jul 04, 2021
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Had a pleasant dinner. Food was good, as was the service. I had lamb chops and my daughter had the rack of lamb. Comfortable weather so we ate outside.
Bernadette Logan
Bernadette Logan
Jun 11, 2021
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I love the place, the food and the staff who served us. She is very nice.
Maria S.
Maria S.
May 25, 2021
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Our Sever Allyssa was one of the most amazing servers EVER!!!!!!!!! She was very attentive and friendly. We never had to ask for anything! She will keep us coming back!
Thank you for your outstanding service Allyssa!
The food was amazing too!
Roger T.
Roger T.
May 19, 2021
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On Mother's Day,2021,we reserved a table at the Pappapavlos Stockton location(Lincoln Center).
The ',meat pasta' order I received was soaked in grease,the accompanying bread appeared to taste somewhat rancid,the order was a long-time delayed in arriving at our table.
Together,for both of our meals came to $87.xx total.
I do NOT recommend this "bistro "? restaurant.
Roger& Lilia Terry
Stockton,CA
Blanche M.
Blanche M.
May 14, 2021
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Came today with my mom and knowing this place, we decided to give this place a visit. My mom is a picky eater, and she was down for this place.

We got their flaming cheese and share their gyro plate. The flaming cheese was so cool to look at, but was a little salty for our taste. Although was very filling. My mom loved the gyro plate, she scarfed it down! The rice was very tasty and the gyro pieces were tasty. We definitely had enough to take home.

Thanks papapavlos!
Alex L.
Alex L.
Mar 25, 2021
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We recently got to enjoy a great lunch at this restaurant, our first. We were looking for a quick lunch, nothing too crazy but hopefully tasteful. They definitely met our expectations. For an appetizer we got the Tzatziki which is basically pita bread with a great dipping sauce, very tasteful. My wife had a Greek salad and said it was great, I myself had a Cesar Salad, which is not hard to make but easily done wrong. They did it right...I added chicken and it was perfect for a Cesar. Staff was respectful, everyone wore masks (Covid) and we were taken care of. Cannot wait to go back or try more
Thetesslyn
Thetesslyn
Mar 14, 2021
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I love this restaurant a lot! I love the Crab Cakes for an Appetizer and the Gyro Entree for my meal, which also comes with Soup or Salad. Pita Bread is also provided. Their food is so Excellent. I highly recommend them!!
Don Pascual
Don Pascual
Feb 19, 2021
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Said to be Mediterranean food, I came for a casserole. Seating limited but there are options to sit outside. Interesting choices with some lamb in the menu as well. Unless that’s not your thing head to the bar and find your fill with some drinks. Drink responsibility 👍
Jessalyn P.
Jessalyn P.
Dec 14, 2020
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Papapavlo's serves up some of the best Mediterranean fares in the Valley.

Located in the Lincoln Center, diners can choose from a wide menu- - from their popular Flaming Kasseri cheese "flambéed" table side and Crab Cakes served with whole grain mustard cream sauce as starters to various Gyros, salads, pastas and steaks dishes. Small and large lunch or dinner plates are available and fresh seafood populates the menu as well.

If you have a hefty appetite, the seafood pasta or Filet Mignon with a Lobster tail are great options.

Their complimentary pita breads served fresh and
Bruce B.
Bruce B.
Aug 04, 2020
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Awesome service and atmosphere on the terrace. Today it's crab cakes and a Rombauer Chardonnay
Crab cakes are delicious and large. Great job.