I am so happy this place opened up the street from me, these were the perfect Colombian empanadas…read more So beautifully balanced with their flavors. And I loved the yuca too. The only issue I really had was that the guacamole was overwhelmed by lime juice but I'll be back to try it again to see if that was a one time fluke. definitely want to try the guava and cheese and spinach and cheese too next time. I think my favorite was the beef one but I really liked all of them! The yucas fritas were sooooooo good.

Taste the Rainbow! A new empanada place has opened on Halstead Ave and we had to try it for lunch…read more The empanadas are Colombian style with the crust made from corn meal and baked. There is a big variety of fillings to choose from ($3.75 ea) or you can mix and match them for 1/2 dozen ($22) and whole dozen ($40) boxes. We gathered orders in the office and put in an order for 3 dozen (There is a 3.5% credit card charge). Parking on Halstead was easy and so was pick up. The very nice lady proudly presented our empanadas to us, packed our boxes in bags and loaded us up with dipping sauces. Each flavor empanada is color coded, so we were able to sort them out for each person's order. The coloring is natural, so you don't have to be worried about artificial dyes. Empanadas: Beef (Carne) - Red (Rojo) Chicken (Pollo) - Yellow (Amarillia) Mango Pork (Cerdo con Mango) - Black (Negro) Guava & Cheese - Pink (Rosada) Spinach & Cheese - Green (Verde) Chorizo & Cheese - Purple (Morado) Blueberry Goat Cheese - Black / White (Negro y Blanca) Vegan Black Bean & Sweet Bell Pepper (Frijol Negro) - Orange (Naranja) Vegan Chorizo & Sweet Potato (Chorizo Vegano) - Purple / White (Morado/Negra) Vegan Beef & Plantain (Mofango Vegano) - Red / White We were given 3 dipping sauces: Signature Hot Sauce (Orange) Cilantro Lime Crema (Light Green) Grilled Tomatillo (Green) My favorite is the spicy orange sauce, but other people said it was too hot, but perfect for me. It paired very well with Beef & Chicken, but was excellent with the Chorizo & Cheese. There are other menu items like Arepas con Queso, Tostones, Maduros & Yuca Fries to try, but 3 empanadas for lunch was plenty and I'm taking 3 home for my familia to try.

The best empanadas I never had! The service is so friendly I will eat it everyday if I could! The…read morebest of the best!

If you're charging that much for empanadas the portion size should be bigger. These empanadas are…read moreextremely small. My oxtail empanada had so little meat it was gone in two bites. The bang bang shrimp had 2 tiny shrimp in it and wasn't filling either. Taste was decent for both. Long wait times even though not a lot of people.

Such a cute nice venue, the owners provide an extremely relaxing atmosphere along with great…read morefriendly service. Nothing I can say about the food except simply ammaaaazing. Great place for lunch or a yummy snack.

Stopped by on a sunny day to satisfy my craving for empanadas, only because my boss said the…read morecatering empanadas we got from Empanadas Mama was not good empanadas lol For empanadas, we got the Hawaiian, Buffalo chicken and beef, $2.9 each. Came with two sauces. I liked all of them for being flavorful and not dry. Also got a churro. I think it's dusted with only white sugar, with no cinnamon. For people who don't like strong cinnamon flavor, this is a great treat!

A cozy spot with the most delicious and comforting empanadas I've ever had! They were sooo good I…read moreknew I had to order one more after my first bite! We tried 5 fillings and I'd rate them like so, but honestly they're all so yummy you have to try them all: 1) Chicken, 2) Pork, 3) Spicy Beef, 4) Tuna, 5) Beef/Classic. They also have sandwiches that look insanely savory and a large portion of protein so I'd definitely want to try one of them next time.

Caminito in Port Washington was such a great find! Their empanadas were really tasty!!! Super…read morefresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The customer service was A+++!! the girl that helped us was warm, friendly, and made me feel welcome right away. Almost gourmet like :) The location is also super convenient, right next to the train, which makes it an easy stop. Definitely plan on coming back again if I'm ever in Port Washington again!

Empanada Mania 62 S. Washington Ave…read more Bergenfield NJ 07621 Angus Beef Bacon Cheeseburger Cuban Sweet Thai Chicken Spinach & Feta On the Southern part of Washington Avenue is a Latin American spot that specializes in homemade empanadas. Owner Galo and Manager Felipe introduced me to a variety of the signature product. Check out the outer layers of these crispy empanadas. If you think they look this good on the outside, wait until you see the inner fillings! Angus Beef: This original version of this folded hot pastry is packed with plenty of angus beef along with sautéed peppers & onions. Bacon Cheeseburger: This may have a similar appearance to the previous empanada, but do not be deceived. Imagine having a juicy succulent bacon cheeseburger in a crunchy shell in lieu of a hamburger roll. Cuban: Here's a perfect variation of the classic Cuban sandwich. The pork was smoked for several hours and it also includes ham and mozzarella cheese. Sweet Thai Chicken: It's time to try some Thai. The sweet thai chili sauce mixed in this Asian style empanada has the perfect blend of heat and spice. Spinach & Feta: If happen to be a vegetarian or If you just need a break from meat and poultry, the spinach & feta is a must try! As a bonus, these two secret sauces are fantastic supplements for your meat pies! Dunk away in the house made red hot sauce or if you are craving thousand island base with some top secret ingredients then go for the pink sauce. As another bonus, there is a state of the art coffee machine for hot beverages such as expresso, or cappucinno. All in all, each empanada was paradise. When I next return I'm looking forward to exploring their other empanadas as well as the side dishes. #empanadamania #empanadas #cuban #angusbeef #baconcheeseburger #SweetThaiChicken #spinachandfeta #LocalBusiness #foodstagram #eats #njfoodie #localspots #foodreviews

I've heard very good things the past 14 years about Empanada Mania…read more An award winning food truck, a catering business, and this tiny storefront producing big flavors. Street parking; only a few seats to eat inside. Basically a To Go place. These empanadas were awesome!! Big & stuffed with a very nice crispy, fried shell. ( they offer mini sized empanadas too) There are many options of Savory fillings, but I wish they had more "sweet\dessert" types. Which brings me to my favorite: the Guava & Mozzarella Cheese empanada... Best one I've ever had. For upcoming St. Patricks Day (for a limited time) they have -- The Reuben- filled with Smoked Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese & Sauerkraut. EMPAN-TASTIC! Wish I had a beer. -the Cuban Pork empanada made with an 8-hours smoked pork, with ham and mozzarella was very good, but I wasn't a big fan of the Sweet Thai Chicken empanada with, sweet Thai chili sauce, scallion and cilantro.. Maybe I was full... The fries are old school. Reminded me of boardwalk fries. Some a little greasy. Some a little overcooked & crunchy.. So if you like empanadas, you need to give this place a shot.

right when you walk through the doors its got a really great relaxing chill vibe. loved it and…read morenailed it . i ordered the brisket empanada and let me tell you it was bomb . com hahaha. yes i used it and yes its a old phrase but man the outer shell crispy to perfection and the brisket was well flavored with that bbq bite with smokey goodness....... yummmmmm. second was the cheeseburger empanada. also crispy perfection on the outside and not a thick outer shell at all. the inside was the perfect combo of meat and cheese omg i should have ordered more then just the 2. i will be back before i leave for more then 2 thats for a fact !!!!!! this is a must try spot for all you foodies out there that re out for something out of the normal . MAKE SURE YOU GET THE SALSAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!! service here is a A++++

I will not be returning to Pop Empanada. My husband was served raw chicken, which I ate as you can…read moreclearly see... in a to-go order, which is an extremely serious food safety concern. My sister in law, husband, and I called the place to request a manager to contact us. Nobody reached out. We then went back to the restaurant with the raw chicken to show them exactly what had been served and eaten. They issued a refund, but completely dismissed our concerns. They refused to have a manager speak with us, either in person or over the phone, and showed very little concern or empathy for the situation. Due to the seriousness of this concern, we were adamant about contacting a manager. We persistently requested for the staff to contact management/the owner. Our number was provided and management never called. Finally, the owner Pia came... with a smirk on her face. The owner was extremely disrespectful, dismissive and unprofessional. There was a severe lack of accountability. To make matters worse, the owner who came out after us laughed as she drove away. The way this situation was handled was incredibly disappointing and unprofessional. Serving raw chicken is serious enough but the complete lack of concern afterward made the experience even worse. I would not recommend this restaurant.

The food is delish .. I love the Chimmichuri ... .. Their empanadas are tasty .. The grilled meat…read moreis good equally ... We enjoy the food ..

I stumbled upon an a local influencer's video highlighting this place and I decided to stop in…read more Don't be fooled; while the address says "white plains" I'd say this place is actually located in North White Plains. You'll find El Artesano Empanads in the Sir John Plaza next to Violetta Nails. While tiny, they offer some outside seating along with two high top tables inside. Guys...the food was DELICIOUS. I ordered their viral steak sandwich, churros, and of course, their empanadas. The steak sandwich was INCREDIBLE. I intended to share it with my fiancé however he's not eating bacon and they were not able to make a sandwich without it (Which was not a problem for me, so I was happy to have this sandwich all to myself ). Expert tip: add cheese. It was incredibly flavorful and seasoned perfectly! For the empanadas I decided to get a box of 6, as they have SO MANY FLAVORS! (See video). All were delicious and we were given a yummy chipotle and chimichurri sauce to dip. $ of course we had to get dessert; so we got the churros that were served with a chocolate and dulce de leche sauce. INCREDIBLE!! The lady who took my order was kind and helpful as I navigated all the choices. I am so happy I found this little gem so close to my house! I will definitely be back soon!

The minute you walk in this place , you feel the warmth welcome of the people and the ambiance…read more Originally was looking for take out but i was greeted by the sweetest lady Angela. With her warm vibe she suggested i would stay and i did. What an amazing experience felt like home. The food was delicious and made with love and care she was super attentive and suggested delicious treats. I even took some home and would def recommend and come back! Thank you Angela and don carlos for such an amazing experience and food! Hard to find places like these.

I literally dream about their empanadas…read more This is a tiny little Colombian spot in New Rochelle - my boyfriend introduced me to it and ever since, I have had crazy cravings for some of their food! Rinconcito has an old time diner feel to it - you have the option of sitting up at the counter on raised red stools or at one of the 3 small tables against the wall. It can get a little warm in there, but only because you are right next to the kitchen no matter where you sit! The first time we came here, I made the mistake of ordering a bacon, egg, and cheese on a roll. What was I thinking?!? Yes, it was good, but I was being too cautious. I tried some of my bf's empanada and I was INSTANTLY hooked! We wound up ordering a second round of empanadas that morning! Since then, we've gotten take out a few times - I got to try the chicharrone. So sinful, but so delicious! Not to mention the salsa verde that they give you with each order...MMM! I'm counting the days til I can get back up to NY to gorge myself on Colombian food again!!

Went there for dinner before watching a play at Broadway. The place was very busy and we didn't…read morehave a reservation but they had a table for us right away for 6 people. I would say that this was lucky cause the place was packed. Generally loud but you can still talk with people on your party. One of the first things I look for is if a restaurant serves you water when you sit and here they do and the waitress would often make sure we were topped off. That is something that is always appreciated and noticed by me. The food was generally good and service was fast. I tried various dishes and while great tasting nothing really stood out like lots of the reviews said and I tried a bit of everything that was recommended in the reviews. (Even ox tail empanadas which sounds weird but weren't bad). I think the biggest appeal here is that it's 24 hours so you know you always have a quality place to go to that is great. I would recommend it to anyone in the area but I don't know if I would go out of my way for it. I know that if I'm watching another play, it is a great stop for either before or after.

Love, love, love Empanada Mama!!! Anytime I'm in the area, I stop by for my go-to empanadas: Bombay…read more& Viagra. The restaurant is open 24 hours and is the perfect place to go for those late-night cravings. One can sit at the full bar, in the dining area, or get items to go. The restaurant is always lively and patrons get seated quickly. The most I have ever waited for a seat is 5 minutes. There are more than 40 empanadas in corn or wheat shells to order. The menu celebrates diversity through its' empanada pairings. Greek - spinach pie, Cuban - ham, pork, and cheese, Americana - cheeseburger, Bombay - Curried chicken, Brasil - traditional ground beef, Hawaiian - ham, pineapple & mozzarella cheese and many more. Besides empanadas, there is a full menu of Colombian delights to eat including arepas, salads, sandwiches, soups, tacos and tapas. They have dessert empanadas as well. Love the USA empanada, which is apples & cinnamon baked and the Nutella & banana one. You can get it topped with ice cream as well. Really looking forward to my next visit.