El PAISA

Asian Bakeries in Paterson, New Jersey

4.4 (359)

Category	Asian Bakeries · Colombian restaurant
Address	471 21st Ave, Paterson, NJ 07513
Area	Paterson, New Jersey
Phone	(973) 977-8028
Google rating	4.4 (359)
Source	Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 16, 2026

Hours

Monday	5 am–8 pm
Tuesday	5 am–8 pm
Wednesday	5 am–8 pm
Thursday	5 am–8 pm
Friday	5 am–8 pm
Saturday	5 am–8 pm
Sunday	6 am–6 pm

About El PAISA

Restaurante y panadería colombiana

El PAISA is an asian bakery in Paterson, New Jersey. It is listed at 471 21st Ave, Paterson, NJ 07513, which places it among the local businesses of Paterson that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as colombian restaurant, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

Hours are published for 7 days a week. Typical hours are 5 am–8 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (973) 977-8028. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone.

Customers rate it 4.4 out of 5 on Google across 359 reviews.

How El PAISA compares with other asian bakeries in Paterson

Nearest other asian bakeries: Más Q Pan Colombian Bakery (0.1 mi), Cositas Ricas De Paterson (0.2 mi), Top Taste Bakery (0.5 mi)

Before you go

Ask about allergens when you order: US food law names nine major allergens (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy and sesame), and kitchens can tell you which dishes contain them.
Restaurant inspection results are kept by the city or county health department; many publish them online or post the latest grade at the door.
For table service a tip of 15–20% is customary; at counter-service places tipping is optional.

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Benny Tavarez 4 months ago

I normally don’t leave negative reviews, and I want to start by saying the food was good and the staff seemed pleasant. However, I was disappointed to discover that a 15% gratuity was added to my bill despite specifically selecting “Decline Gratuity” during checkout. Fortunately, I paid with American Express and was able to have the charge reviewed and credited, but that isn’t really the point. Customers should be able to trust that the amount they authorize is the amount they are charged. Mistakes happen, and I hope this was simply an error rather than a business practice. My reason for posting is not to attack the restaurant, but to encourage others to carefully review their receipts before leaving. A few dollars may not seem like much, but transparency and accuracy matter. I genuinely hope management looks into this and ensures customers are only charged the gratuity amounts they knowingly approve.

Tania Reyna a year ago

Be aware of this please with the waitress. When u make an order they are charging u for a “shopping bag” without notifying you. The waitress will tell you is a certain amount and is not the correct amount showing in the receipt. My husband went to this place and got some empanadas a coffee and a soda. The waitress told him the amount was $19.32 and he was surprised because he was just getting empanadas a coffee and a soda. He proceeded to ask for the receipt. When he looked at the receipt it says $17.32. The girl changed him $2 extra dollars for tip without consulting or letting the client himself give her tips. My husband told me how he saw her placing the $2 dollars into the tip box. This is insane and not right how the owners wants to charge for bags and the employees wants to still the customer as well. 😡😡😡 “Always ask for your receipts”

Vanessa a year ago

A 10/10. The food was so delicious, coffee was on point, service was amazing, and it brought back memories of my grandma's cooking which is something that's not easy to find and always warms my heart. Highly recommend

MarieR 3 years ago

Most delicious colombian breakfast, quality service and cleanliness. Definitely going back soon. Huevos rancheros con arepa and their coffee made to perfection 🤌

Julie Nunez 4 years ago

Delicious food and great service. Nice and clean establishment

All reviews on Google ↗

Frequently asked questions

Where is El PAISA located?

El PAISA is at 471 21st Ave, Paterson, NJ 07513, in Paterson, New Jersey. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is El PAISA?

El PAISA is listed as an asian bakery and is also tagged on Google as colombian restaurant.

What are the hours of El PAISA?

Published hours are Monday: 5 am–8 pm; Tuesday: 5 am–8 pm; Wednesday: 5 am–8 pm; Thursday: 5 am–8 pm; Friday: 5 am–8 pm; Saturday: 5 am–8 pm; Sunday: 6 am–6 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is El PAISA open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 6 am–6 pm.

What is the phone number of El PAISA?

You can call El PAISA at (973) 977-8028.

How is El PAISA rated on Google?

El PAISA has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 359 reviews.

Are there other asian bakeries near El PAISA?

Yes. Paterson also has Okka Bakery, Kuday Turkish Bakery, Baladna Bakery among others; see the full list of asian bakeries in Paterson at the bottom of this page.