The Papaya Lady

Merced, CA · Takeout Restaurant

Rating
4.7/5
★★★★★ 4.7
Reviews
20
Rank in Merced
#11
of 253 restaurants
City Percentile
88%
rating percentile
Address
The Papaya Lady, 45 E 16th St, Merced, CA 95340
Phone
(209) 756-8131
Website
www.facebook.com/thepapayalady
Status
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM

The Papaya Lady is a restaurant located in Merced, CA. It is one of 253 restaurants listed in Merced. Its 4.7-star rating is above the Merced city average of 4.3 stars. It ranks #11 of 253 restaurants in Merced. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About The Papaya Lady

We are a small family run shop serving up affordable and delicious Lao food! Come see us!

Hours

Saturday11 AM–7 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 W chen · Oct 2024

Really good flavor on the noodle soup! Thai tea was good also. Friendly family owned take out restaurant in the back of Mercado. Must try!

★★★★★ 5.0 s lack · Oct 2023

this place is a hidden gem in Merced. best papaya salad I've ever had and all the food & drinks are amazing. In the back of Mercado so don't be intimidated 15/10 for food and some of the nicest people you'll ever meet making it.

★★★★★ 5.0 Josie Castacasta · Jul 2022

Every time we eat here it’s amazing! Today we got the spring bowl salad, chicken with rice, and tapioca drink. Great portions and prices with great taste! Also such welcoming and kind service! We will be eating here again 10/10

★★★★★ 5.0 Paul Lee · Oct 2025

Food is delish. Owners are nice. Food comes out fast. Obviously not a sit down place since it lives in a small market.

★★★★★ 5.0 Sirapoom Peanusaha · Jul 2025

Best authentic Northeastern Thai/ Isan/ Laotian food. Very good price. Highly recommend the papaya salad and tapioca drink. The tapioca drink will make you forget about boba tea, it is another level of sweet delicacy 👌🏻 very affordable price and friendly people

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot

Services

Takeout Restaurant

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