The Story Of Papa Joe’s

Papa Joe’s stands as a testament to love and legacy. The journey of Jose, a culinary virtuoso from Oaxaca, Mexico, and Trish, a proud native of Carroll County, began long before the doors of the restaurant swung open. With decades of combined experience in the restaurant industry, their shared love for exceptional dining experiences paved the way for something truly special.

The origin of Papa Joe’s lies in the endearing relationship between their son, Cruz, and Trish’s late father, known as ‘Papa Joe’. Cruz’s affectionate nickname for his grandfather became the inspiration behind the restaurant’s name, a tribute to their family. Papa Joe’s invites guests to embark on a culinary journey where every dish tells a story and everyone is treated like family.

Our Mission

Our Mission
To provide our guests with a delicious meal in a family friendly environment. We take a great pride and care in what we do. The owners live and work in this community, and care that their guests are always welcomed and well taken care of. Questions and feedback are always appreciated.
Committed To Our Customers

Committed To Our Customers

Nothing is more satisfying than our customers letting us know how much they enjoy dining with us, and that our products are outstanding. Our restaurant is committed to providing you and your family with a carefully prepared authentic Mexican meal.

Voted Carroll’s Best Mexican Restaurant Every Year Since 2009

We thank all of you, the best customers in the world, for the honor of being a Carroll’s Best Mexican Restaurant! Thank you for always being loyal, and taking the time to vote for us! We could not do this without all of you. We are grateful & humbled by this honor. We love our great community! We give all praise & honor to him, Papa Joe.