Papapavlo’s Mediterranean Bistro & Bar, at 1320 Standiford Ave #2 in north Modesto, offers a relaxed and stylish setting for gyros, brochette, and classic pastas. It carries the name of a Central Valley restaurant family that began when founder Andy opened the first Papapavlo’s at 7555 Pacific Avenue in Stockton. The group now runs restaurants at Stockton’s Lincoln Center and, since March 2021, in Lodi.
The Papapavlo’s kitchens describe their food as Continental cuisine with a Mediterranean flair, and the menu reflects that. You’ll find grilled meat brochettes, gyros, seafood entrées, and pastas, along with appetizers and bulk items to go. The Lodi location’s bar and open dining room have become a regular gathering spot for drinks with friends. Diners rate this location 4.4, and couples and casual diners praise its easygoing mix of bistro and bar.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Available sources clearly document the Stockton and Lodi restaurants, but none I reviewed confirm current operations at this Modesto address. Call ahead or check the official site at papapavlos.com before making a special trip. The group uses OpenTable for reservations, so look there to book a table. For a quieter meal, arrive before the weekend dinner rush, and check the patio for a seasonal seat. The Standiford Avenue retail corridor has easy parking and quick access to Highway 99 and McHenry Avenue.
