Papa Chano’s

915 Playa Ave., Sand City

393-9133

The inevitable swing of restaurant trends now takes us—thankfully—back to the basics: simple, fresh, approachable. Papa C’s pendulum never left. Look no further than the standards for sturdy, straightforward fundamentals. The house salsa and crispy chips, the vegetarian burritos, the range of grilled chicken dishes. Perky service, reasonable rates and efficient timetables layer on attractiveness.