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    Empamamas

    4.2 (289 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    EMPAMAMAS ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Fresh Prince empanada.
    Xavier S.

    Still some of the best empanadas I've had. Big fan over the years of the cheeseburger and tampa girl. Had the fresh prince for the first time and it was great too. I do think the price per empanada is a bit steep, but I never complain because they're packed tightly with filling. These aren't those cheap, airy, empanadas that are just crust with a little meat. Personally the cheeseburger is still my favorite, and the Tampa girl is still in second place and I don't even like pickles. This place is an armature works staple and I hope they don't go anywhere.

    Fresh Prince empanada
    Deanna B.

    Empamamas was delicious. I was traveling in Tampa visiting family and we went to the Empamamas at Armature Works. I got the Fresh Prince. I was shocked that the empanadas were $7.49 each. It was larger than I expected which was great. It was comforting, had a delicious meaty, cheesy filling and I still think about it today... If you don't like salt, you wouldn't like this as the cheese adds a nice amount of salt but it works. The only reason I give this 4 stars is because the cost is just a tiny bit more than I'd hope for but it was really good. The service was great! The setup is like a large food court and there's outdoor seating as well.

    Mother Clucker
    Kristin Leigh M.

    Get the Mother Clucker! Honestly, I was looking for more traditional empanadas, but needed a snack before I went paddle boarding in the river. I figured that empanadas would be one of the easiest things. Again, I'm usually looking for traditional flavors without a modern twist, but oh my goodness! The Mother Clucker was SO GOOD. I almost went back for a second, but didn't want to be too full before my paddle. Bursting with flavor. Perfect temperature. And only about a five minute wait. Totally worth it! 2025: 37/100

    Aaron H.

    I have been coming here since they opened and always look forward to the Tampa Girl. It's a generously stuffed Cuban sandwich empanada and the the taste has never disappointed... Atleast for me. I also really enjoy the cheeseburger in Paradise.

    Tiffani S.

    I love this place! It's located in Armature Works. They have the best empanadas and flavors. Tonight I had the Tampa Girl, Fresh Prince and 2 Cheeseburgers. They are so delicious. They are packed with meat that is well seasoned. Service was good and they were quick to cook my order. Definitely recommend 10 out of 10

    Cheeseburger empanadas
    Sharlene F.

    This empanada was delicious! It was super flavorful and had the right balance of cheese, beef and veggies! I couldn't decide on the choices because they all sound good but I am glad I went with this one. It did not disappoint! It came out immediately and it was nice and pipping hot! The service was also on point! The girl who took my order was super friendly and the bearded chef was awesome as well! Super nice folks ! I can't wait to come back and try a different flavor empanada! Such a dope experience.

    Empamamas, Armature Works, Tampa
    Bruce K.

    I don't know who told me but whoever you are, thank you! I was told (ordered?) to head to Empamamas for their Cheeseburger in Paradise empanada and so here I am at Heights Public Market where I ordered it. A few minutes later, the beeper beeped and I'm bringing a tray to a table.Super hot inside this "hot pocket" that's full of ground beef and onion and tomato and cheese. It's very much a cheeseburger and it was super delicious! Don't miss out on these tasty treats! [Review 330 of 2025 - 1985 in Florida - 23892 overall]

    Ashley F.

    DE-LICIOUS! Man! I'm so glad I saved some belly room for these babies. They also have some really cute merch and seem to have a big following. The staff here was so fun and helpful. We asked a bunch of questions about which empanada to try and they were super helpful. I ordered 2 and the burger one was my faaaaaaaav. Sooooo good! They said it was a fan favorite and I see why. This was such a great experience with empanadas.

    Apple cider slush
    Jen C.

    Fall is here and that means Empamamas has their Apple cider slush. All that fall crisp apple flavor but iced because it's still 80 degrees out. The cheeseburger fries remain a staple for me, this is what I'm most likely to get if I come to Armature. The portion is big enough to split and the flavor is excellent. I really like the tangy mustard.

    Aaron A.

    The name fits! The empanadas were great, the tacos were okay. Next time I'd just get a couple empanadas. They were large with some interesting but tasty filling options. The staff were friendly and service was quick. They give you a pager so I had time to go grab a drink at the bar while waiting for my food.

    Jessica J.

    We tried the 4 pack sampler of empanadas and a side of the seasoned fries. The fries are decent. They are seasoned. It's pretty light, and they just feel like they need something more. As for the empanadas, what I thought I'd like was actually the opposite. My least favorite was the Tampa Girl. I'm not sure why but the outer edges were pretty bland. I think the sauce might really make this one, so I enjoyed it much more near the center but that leaves so many bites that tasted pretty sub-par. Cheeseburger in Paradise sounds good, but something about eating all the components of a cheeseburger in an empanada just didn't work for me. Nothing was "bad". I just didn't love the combination. The Mother Clucker was far tastier than I expected. I just for whatever reason can't handle any heat anymore postpartum, so the jalapeños just made it to something I wouldn't order again. The overall flavor was really good though! But I didn't expect to love the fresh prince as much as I did. It sounded like a twist on the cheeseburger, but in my head sounded less appealing. I was so wrong. This one was absolutely excellent. I can't even describe it anymore, because it's the only one that was finished immediately and I can't go back for another bite. Pretty good once you know what you like there, but in the future, I'll be picking my favorite flavors and forgoing the fries.

    Sherlin E.

    Empamamas is super convenient if you're visiting Armature Works, and the quick service makes it great for grabbing a bite without a long wait. It's a little on the pricier side, but the flavors are really well-balanced, so it feels worth it. The ambiance adds to the experience--being right along the Tampa Riverwalk is such a nice touch. I also loved the presentation; they stamp the name of each empanada onto the dough, so you always know which one you're about to bite into.

    Maria A.

    Located in the Armature Public Market. Great service with quick pick up. Delicious, flaky, crispy empanada!

    Bangin' Tenders w/ Bang Bang sauce, Fresh Prince and Cheeseburger in Paradise Empanadas.

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    Great empanadas! Cool flavors you wouldn't expect! Cheeseburger and the Cuban ones are my favorite!

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