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These empanadas look yummy, and I can't wait to try them! I'll be sure to check the website so that…read moreI know where you are popping up for the day. I'm a small business owner too who relies heavily on reviews, so good luck to you! We will be bringing you our "vibrant, weekend-friendly energy" soon!

Are you looking for delicious empanadas and refreshing drinks in Encinitas? Bump Coffee has the…read morebest empanadas! Just stop by and try it! I love this place. I went twice with my family in two consecutive days. For the first visit, we ordered: -Ham & Cheese empanada -Baco Egg & cheese empanada -Sausage egg & cheese empanada -Pour over Coffee with cream and sugar -Coffee Mojito Their coffee Mojito is their signature drinks. It was very refreshing, creamy and perfectly sweetened. It was just a delightful drink. Their empanadas were very fresh, savory, flavorful, flaky, and golden. There was explosion of flavors in every bite of each type of empanadas. We ordered the same empanadas and drinks for the second time too. The staff were energetic and friendly. The service was fast. It is a great place to stop by if you are craving empanadas or refreshing drinks. You will get an excellent service too.

Super fun little coffee shop. They specialize in pour over coffee and it is good. They do not have…read morean espresso machine, but they do have empanadas. I stopped by here on a coffee walk, so I didn't order any. But I'm totally looking forward to coming back and staying for a bite!

These are the best empanadas hands down! The filling is always well seasoned and you can taste the…read morelove and care they put into each of their empanadas! It feels like a warm hug from your grandma when you're eating these, so I can understand why they are Buelas empanadas! My favorite are the ground meat ones and the buffalo chicken ones but honestly all of their flavors have been amazing! Their customer service has been impeccable each time I've ordered, and you feel good about supporting this business due to how great they treat you! These have become my go to for any potluck or get together, as they are a party favorite each time I've brought them! Please give them a try, you won't be disappointed! Ps: I wished they bottled their sauces because I'd slather everything in them! Haha

Sooooo gooood!! Hands down the best empanadas I've had in SD. They're flaky and crispy and the…read morefillings are packed with flavor! My favorite is their jalapeño ham and cheese!! Been waiting for them to sell these again. I've also had the beef and buffalo which were delicious as well. They also include sauces but I can go without them because of all the flavor packed in one empanada!! YUM. They gave me the option to buy a pack frozen or freshly made (pre orders). I've had both options and loved the frozen option because I can just pop them in the air fryer or on a pan and whenever I'm craving some of their empanadas! Highly recommend getting trying their empanadas. Definitely will be a crowd pleaser at parties :)

This has been one of our favorite delivery and take-away places of 2024…read more We like to order a six pack with one of each available flavor on the menu. The chicken and blue cheese are tops and they are perfectly cooked. The location is within North City for those who are near CSUSM in San Marcos. They have a cute patio and the owner puts a lot of love into decorating it for the season. I like the lantern lights for ambiance. NOTE: The empanadas are served with a sauce that is like marinara. Although, I like this, I am a big fan of using different sauces and I prefer having chimichurri sauce on hand to pair at home. It's the best! #SanMarcos #MilongaEmpanadas #EatInDineOut #BuySomeChimichurri

My go-to for empanadas in North County for sure!…read more This is a small shop in San Marcos close to CSUSM. They do have a little bit of seating outside, like a countertop with stools. Service is always friendly! And the empanadas are so good and fresh. My favorite is the Criolla

Upon arrival this place was very busy so I definitely recommend a reservation if you're thinking of…read morecoming here! The space is small and intimate and I think it would be a nice place for a casual date! We were seated quickly and the server was really great throughout the whole meal and very knowledgeable about the food. I appreciated that he let us know about the specials without us needing to ask. We started off with some drinks. I got a red wine sangria and it was good but I did find it to taste a bit watered down but it wasn't a huge deal! We also got a carne empanada and the flavor was to die for. The beef and onion was so delicious and savory. It was juicy inside but the outside was crispy and dry not soggy at all. The portion size was fairly large as well. We also got the yuca frites. They were good. Crispy but still nice and starchy and filling. Not my favorite dish but only because of personal preference and not because they didn't do it well! Lastly we ended with the pork shank special they had for the night. It was absolutely amazing. The meat just fell off the bone and was so tender. I loved how the mushroom and spinach came with the pork. All of the different parts of the fish came together really well to made it exceptional. It was a hearty and comforting meal and I wish it were on their regular menu! I'm excited to come here again in the future to try more dishes.

I'm not being dramatic when I say this is the BEST restaurant food I've ever had in my life…read more Everything is made in house and full of flavor. We shared the ceviche for the table, so fresh!! Empanadas and tamales you can tell they're made from scratch. Adorable ambiance, I would be thrilled to go on a date here or sit outside for a weekend lunch. Clean, upbeat music, and very kind service

I went out of my way to check out Gordy's Bakery, and it totally lived up to the local hype. It's…read moresuper low-key and no-frills, but that's part of the charm. I tried the gluten free ABC plonk (had to, after hearing about it), and now I get it...soft, buttery, just the right amount of sweetness. Simple, but really, really good. Every bite was a delight. Also, have to mention Nana behind the counter..so warm and welcoming, she really made the whole experience feel personal. Nothing fancy here, just solid baked goods and genuinely kind service. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. And oh yes, the coffee was excellent!

Gordy's is such a great bakery! Friendly staff, intriguing/fun interior, and so many bakery…read moreoptions. I ordered a cinnamon roll and Ube latte. The cinnamon roll w/ frosting was delicious. Great balance of flavor and frosting to pastry ratio. The Ube latte was tasted just right-- wasn't overly sweet. 10/10!

Was totally unimpressed by the food here. Full disclosure, we get the food through Relish catering…read more The only options to order there were the combos, fine. I got to my lunch late, so it was cold. Fine. Not their fault. What was their fault: the rice was dried out and crunchy like it had been sitting since the day before. It was inedible. The beans were fine. The ham and cheese empanada tasted so mustardy the other flavors were overwhelmed. I couldn't make the cheese out at all. The other empanada was not memorable as I can't even remember what it was. Chicken or beef. Anyway, all I remembered was not to order from here again. I'm actually getting a cold sandwich from a not favorite place as the other option instead of trying this again. That dried out rice destroyed my trust.

Truly disappointed in my order from this place via DoorDash…read more I ordered food for my workplace and since I am the only one that does not eat meat, I ordered a veggie empanada for myself. Everyone got their order, except I did not receive my veggie empanada. I received one with sausage and egg. Pre-COVID I would have been able to share someone's rice and beans, but could not do it and so I was left with no lunch. Only positive is that ppl seemed to like the pork BBQ empanadas.

I was in the area absolutely starving -- like next-level hungry -- but I didn't want fast food or…read moreany big national chain. I drove into the center just to see what was there, and that's when I found Casera. The pictures in the window caught my eye, so I figured I'd stop in and try a few empanadas. The woman behind the counter told me they had three kinds that day: spinach and cheese, chicken, and beef. I ordered two of each and literally cleaned her out. From the moment I walked in, the place had such an authentic, family-run feel -- you can just tell when food is made with care. She asked if I wanted hot sauce, and I told her I love hot sauce. She handed me both a salsa verde and a salsa rojo, and man... after the very first bite (I started with the chicken), I completely lost my mind. I added the sauces and went to town. Before I knew it, I had eaten all six empanadas. I am ridiculously full right now, but they were so good I honestly couldn't stop myself. If I had ordered a dozen, I would've eaten a dozen. Thank you for being here, thank you for the amazing food, and thank you for giving me something to look forward to every week. I'll definitely be back.

I enjoy a good Latin or South American dish and this place is mainly Peruvian & Colombian themed…read more I'm familiar with some Brazilian food and brands so I'm thrilled when I can come here for a Guaraná soda. I've had everything from their saltado dishes, empanadas of various kinds, an assortment of their pastries, and ready to go drinks. Everything has been good for the most part. Tho when I'm craving a dessert stop here I favor the guava pastry and the alfajores, & you have to special order the cheese Pastry/bread. I'm a huge fan of "pudim" that's how you say flan in Portuguese! Yet the flan is not my favorite here since the sugar caramelization it's usually cooked too much, causing a burnt flavor, and the consistency is too aerated rather than having a creamy and smooth consistency. I've tried it a few times and that seems to be their consistent style. We get cravings for this place and like that we're mainly serviced by the nice owners of this restaurant. The restaurant is decorated in their native culture in mind. I love that! If you're craving a good empanada or a sweet tooth treat come and give them a try!

Don't trust the pics! You don't get the same items if you order through Door Dash!…read moreWhen I called they blamed Door Dash! Too bad as food is just ok anyway but am from Miami so was an ok option but will not order from there again!

We drove over from Escondido when I found out there was authentic Cuban food just a short drive…read moreaway. I grew up in Miami, and my grandparents lived in Little Havana so I loved Cuban dishes. Living in San Diego, it is very difficult to find excellent places for Cuban dishes. The owners/staff are so friendly and nice. The food is even better! Every bite of my Ropa Vieja had me closing my eyes to savor the flavors. And the maduros....OMG Yum! My husband said his was the perfect Cuban sandwich-no skimping on the meat or overstuffing. He doesn't usually like a lot of dough or breading, and he thought the empanada was perfect! I agree-done just right, not overcooked in one single spot. We would recommend this a hundred times over and we will be back to try other dishes. But that's going to be hard because I really love my Ropa Vieja...

I grew up in San Diego and went to high school in Solana Beach at Santa Fe Christian so all of my…read morefriends who lived close by in North County were all huge fans of Pipes and we visited frequently during those years. I myself am from La Jolla so I'm not close in the area, but I stopped in today after a 15 year break and it was just as good as I remembered it. It was quite busy on December 26 in the morning and even though it was packed, our order was made very quickly. Parking is really easy because you can just park in the giant Seaside Market parking lot right across from the restaurant. The menu is not very large, they focus on breakfast burritos and small breakfast plates, such as eggs and pancakes, as well as offering a large coffee selection. Pricing is extremely fair and the portion sizes are very large. The breakfast burritos could easily be split between two people and they will even split the burrito for you if you ask them when you're ordering it. Today I chose the #1 Sausage Breakfast Burrito and really enjoyed it. I especially liked the avocado and egg combo and just loved the simple and hearty flavors. Overall, it's a really solid breakfast burrito spot in a really pretty part of San Diego. I love how close it is to the water, I appreciate the casual vibe, and I was really happy to see that it was just as good as it was when I was much younger. I will definitely be back and would recommend.

Always a must stop when in the area... can't go wrong with scrambled eggs, fantastic home style…read morepotatoes with a bit of shredded sharp cheese, and toast!!! Usually a line so come prepared for a small wait... and definitely worth it!! Love the outside seating and local vibe! If you are in the mood... the pancakes are "to die for"!!!! Breakfast burrito as a grab and go is a great option too!! The picture of the the little plate is from 2018 and my visit in 9/5/2025 looked nearly identical... that's amazing consistency! Give these guys a shot. You won't be disappointed!