[Pros] 1. Inexpensive (each empanada is the size of your fist and no more than $2) 2. Many varieties of the breading and filling offered 3. Hot and made to order! 4. The cafe also offers ice cream (I didn't get to try though) 5. Friendly workers [Cons] 1. The cafe is tiny D: (only two tables) 2. Long wait if you didn't call in advance to pick up 50 empanadas and only ordered two with a cup of coffee (Parking: in the residential area! Avoid going btwn 11am and 1pm on fridays when there's no parking allowed on most streets) read more

Empanadas Cafe - Empanadas Near Me - Corona, New York

Typically when you ask someone about Empanadas in Queens, they almost immediately direct you to Mama's Empanadas but I'm here to give you a lesser known but equally if not more delicious option. Everything is made to order so your food is served piping hot, but miraculously with no sign of grease. If you're looking for variety, they've got it as they boast three types of flour (corn, white and whole grain) along with close to 20 different fillings. Also, be sure to ask for extra green sauce as you're almost sure to finish it all after 1 or 2 empanadas. read more

Empanadas Cafe - Empanadas Near Me - Corona, New York

Best empanadas around. Fresh, delicious and big variety. The staff is always pleasant. I can drink the green sauce as a beverage it's so good. The only downside is parking can be tough in that area so call ahead so you don't have to double park long! read more

I'm so torn giving this place my rating. Overall Yelp reviews are superb, word of mouth highly recommended this, but maybe my expectations were too high? I've been scouting out this place for a while and if you do your research, we know this place is more authentic than your average Mamas Empanadas chain. THIS PLACE IS TINY. You can probably already get an idea just driving by and seeing this small shop on the street corner. That being said there's a table for 4, table for 2, and 3 counter seats....so you're better off getting stuff to go. --Maduro and Cheese - easily my favorite with a good sweet/salty taste, it was the most stuffed compared to others. --Guava and Cheese - the cheapest price wise and just ok with a gushers- like sweet guava filling. --Chorizo - disappointing in flavor, bit overrated. --Ham and Cheese - I enjoyed it, but it needs to be stuffed more than just with half air. --Beef - pass, go order another flavor that isn't bland. --Carne y Queso - a lot better than the Beef and goes well with the hot sauce. Empanadas are about $1.50 to $2, but I don't think they're worth it (especially since I have cheaper Colombian bakeries around Woodside to go to). The sizes of the beef, chorizo and guava/cheese (the non white flour ones) are way too small. The order comes with a good spicy green sauce and a pink mayo/ketchup sauce. I'll give this place another chance in the future, but for now I'll remain a bit disappointed. read more

Empanadas Cafe - Empanadas Near Me - Corona, New York

Empanadas Cafe not only have good Empanadas, they have delicious home-made south American Ices! Today I tried Coco (coconut) $2- great taste with so much coconut flakes. Rate 5/5. Queso Con Bocadillo (Cheesecake and Guava) $2- I liked it; but it is not for everyone. The ice actually have chunks of cheesecake like texture with guava jelly. Rate 4/5. There is a total of 20 flavors to try and I'm going to try them all! read more

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This place was busy packed on Sunday 12pm. I ordered and waited about 15 minutes to get my empanadas. I tried the spinach ricotta (white flour), chorizo potato (whole grain), ground beef cheese (corn flour). They came piping hot and completely stuffed with filling. The ratio is perfect. The spinach ricotta was by far my favorite! The other two were too dry for me. I wish the ground beef had more cheese. Flavor was great though and it tasted home made not loaded with sodium. I need to return to try the other ones! There weren't that many seats available. They offer spicy green (not spicy at all) and pink sauce. If you dine in, they have it to share which didn't seem very sanitary. read more

Empanadas Cafe - spinach ricotta (white flour), ground beef cheese (corn flour), chorizo potato (whole grain) - Empanadas Near Me - Corona, New York

Pretty good place for Empanadas. The Spinach & ricotta empanada was my favorite... The chicken empanada was delicious! read more

The best kind of businesses are the ones that have perfected their craft, treat their customers well, and offer a superior product. In the empanada world, that loosely defines Empanadas Cafe, a tiny little cafe / bakery that has become *the destination* for one of Latin America's most beloved snacks. I have eaten many-an-empanada, but I still have yet to encounter a place that offers it with the kind of variety they have. They have corn ($1.60-$1.75), white flour ($2.00) and whole grain ($2.10) as well as a couple of dessert empanada options. There are specific flavors for each kind, which makes it easy to choose. The ground beef and pork, shredded turkey, shredded beef, and chicken are my go-tos for the corn empanadas. The ham and cheese, breakfast, turkey and cheese, and ground beef are pretty awesome choices. While the whole grain is the "healthiest" of hte bunch, I highly recommend people stay away from quinoa version because it's super rough on the palate. I'm told the nutella and bananas empanada is ridiculous, which I can't wait to try. Table space is nearly impossible as they only have one for four and parking can be a challenge since they're in a residencial area. Also, bring plenty of cash since they do not accept credit cards. I would also recommend calling ahead of time, they'll have virtually everything done within 10 minutes. Be sure to get a lot of their house sauce, which pairs perfectly with all of their empanadas. read more

My friend had been dying to bring me here. I really wasn't sure why- I mean, I'm no die hard empanadas fan. I like them, yes, but definitely not my favorite fingerfood. So of course we had nothing better to do on Saturday afternoon, we risked the NYC subway system on a weekend and trooped it to Empanadas Cafe (formerly known as Empanadas del Parque). I gotta say, the two-train ride was worth it at the end! The place itself is super small. I was expecting, well, maybe a place able to accommodate at least 10 seated customers. NOPE. This place is definitely a to-go joint but it does have one large picnic style table and a small two-seater. My bf and I were able to grab the picnic bench! A good thing too because we sure as heck didn't drive (I had a feeling that most people visiting this place did) and eating outside in the cold just didn't appeal to me. We ordered 5 empanadas like true fatasses. 1- CHORIZO in the "Organic Flour" However, the flour is not really "organic", I think they really mean "Whole Grain"- dough had flax seeds and other healthy whole grains. The innards (haha) of the empanada consisted of yummy semi-spicy chorizo, mashed potato goodness. I think they add the mashed potato to give it some kind of lube- so you don't have just pieces of chorizo sinking to the bottom of your empanada. Bottom line is that it works and it's damn good. 2- CARNE in the "Organic flour" is ground beef enveloped in whole grain goodness. Meat is seasoned well- super addicting, really. 3. HAWAIIAN in the regular white flour ("Harina de Trigo") was everything you'd expect to be stereotypically "Hawaiian"- melted cheese, pieces of pineapple and chunks of ham. I only had two bites, two GREAT bites, because my bf was too busy having a foodgasm with this empanada. 4. ROASTED PORK in the corn flour. This was my least favorite, I didn't think the pork had much flavor to it and was a bit on the dry side... it was (like the chorizo) mixed with mashed potato but I did appreciate that there was definitely more pork than potato. Still good but not my favorite. and finally: 5. CHEESE in the white flour. Yes, plain ol' cheese. Super good, gooey, and the epitome of Latin American comfort food. According to my boyfriend they use a "special" Colombian white cheese that had a distinct yet mild flavor. This was good- a bit too plain for me but still super enjoyable! All of these empanadas? Just under $10. Oh and before we left my bf made sure to get a "MORA" aka. blackberry, homemade icee they also offer at $2. Very homemade, too sweet for my liking but apparently it brought my bf fond memories of his life in Ecuador. Yes- so I guess they are very South American, traditional. This place is great! I just wished I lived in Queens to visit often... or not-so-often, not sure how great these little pockets of deliciousness are for my waistline. read more

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My go-to empanada place when I'm in the area. I've tried the chicken and beef ones and I love it. The price is great and the food is amazing and hits the spot! Can't complain, might just try the other ones :) read more

The Empanadas Cafe has the best empanadas I have ever tasted! The staff is super awesome and kind and they are a great team. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great empanadas because every that I share this place with falls in love. The food is always fresh and delicious! read more

Never again look good on photo not in person dry and the mean online is not there they said they didn't make it that they don't us this app I was in the cold for 20 waiting for my food about time I got home. It was cold I live two blocks away I won't be eating there again read more

We have been coming to get empanadas for about 10 years now. Great variety. Call ahead and give it about 20 mins to pick up. Come with cash. They're busy. The empanadas are always freshly prepared and delicious. read more

Amazing Empanadas. Love Beef and Chicken minis the best. Attentive staff and great, easy to find location. Have ordered many times over the years! read more

The best empanada spot in all of Queens, better than "Mama's Empanadas". With over 25 choices you will find more than one you'll want to come back for. They are cash only so come prepared. read more

Empanadas Cafe - Empanada - Empanadas Near Me - Corona, New York

This place is a hidden gem. Our favorites include the spinach/ricotta and tuna empanadas. You just have to try them for yourself! Service is a little bit slow, and the place is TEENY TINY, so why not call ahead and place your order? Very affordable. Great for a quick lunch, or just to fill your empanada fix. WAY BETTER than that place next to the mall, Empanada Mama. read more

Decent but not as great as the hype suggests. I've had better in Queens from shops with more than one location.

My favorite empanada place... Love the corn empanadas.... beef & cheese... or shredded beef... Green hot sauce is the best Staff always friendly & serves great coffee.... you just have to give them a few minutes to prepare food.... read more

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This is by far the best empanada place in queens! Ive tried about 8-10 others, and nothing compares! Although Mamas wins on options, they win on flavor! My coworker turned me onto this place about 3 years ago, and I have never gone any place else. I personally love their cheese, beef, turkey, chicken, and pesto. I personally am not a fan of corn, but im willing to do it for the pesto! The place is always clean, service is usually friendly. Prices are great! Under $2 per. Very limited seating! If there are 8-10 other people in there, sorry! Getting a seat is hit and miss. We always place our orders ahead of time without any issue. If you want the best, you have to come here. read more

Some of the best Empanadas I have ever had. They are made fresh and wow are they delicious. The staff is wonderful and welcoming. This is a great business that deserves a line out the door. The green sauce they serve with the empanadas was amazing. I don't know what was in it, but whatever it is, they should sell the stuff in a bottle. I'd use that green sauce on anything. I must say, the prices are fantastic too for what you're getting. There aren't really many good empanada places in NYC, and none that have a geeen sauce this great. Anyone visiting Corona should stop by here. Otherwise, you're not living life. read more

Empanadas Cafe - Empanadas Near Me - Corona, New York

Empanadas, different place..for a fast snack,or quick lunch, very good Empanadas, comes in corn or wheat, delicious. I enjoy the delicious fish with potato and the traditional meat, it's right on the spot freshly made, they have a whole different type of empanadas for every taste at a great price,the staff are great also don't forget the drinks. Drop by check it out. read more

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I love love love the empanadas and ive always supported small businesses but the only reason i have to give this place only 3 stars is because unfortunately they sometimes get my order wrong because of the language barrier. No one seems to speak proper english there and its really a shame because i really love ordering from there. I hope they can see this and get someone who speaks english to answer the calls because it almost felt like they got mad at me for not speaking spanish so i stopped ordering as much as id like to. I dont mean to sound mean but its really frustrating that no one speaks English there. read more

theyve won local awards for "best empanadas" and for sure are really great, have been a patron for a number of years now a varied selection of empanadas that range from nutella to beef the only thing i would change would be their sauces, the spicy can be spicier and the sweet one makes me wonder why i dipped my precious empanada into it... i just choose not to use the sweet one anymore, i have learned my lesson not a sit in spot so make your selection and pig out at home read more

The empanadas are above average, but the customer experience is poor. More than once I put in a larger order of about 20 empanadas, only to get home and discover they got something wrong or I was missing a couple. This wouldn't matter if the staff sounded sincerely apologetic, but that's not the case (you can read more about that in other people's reviews). Besides, I live pretty far from here, so it's not like it's worth going back for them to fix my order. I suppose I go back because other places have good empanadas, but I haven't found one that has such good green sauce! read more

I tried the spinach, Hawaiian, beef, and maduro and in my opinion, better then your empanada spot ;))))).

We wanted a snack before going to a wedding rehearsal at a nearby catering hall and came across this place. It looked like a small cute place that was worth a chance. Parking was difficult so we just double parked in front. My boyfriend brought me two chicken empanadas with a water. The empanadas were absolutely incredible!!!! So crispy and fluffy. They were filled with meat and cheese. Also, so affordable!!!! Only problem I had with them was it was cash only. So a pain ughhhh other than that I absolutely recommend them. So worth your time and money. Please give this small empanada place a chance! read more

TLDR: small indoor dining area, sauces extra cost, desserts available This hidden gem is erected in the middle of the city just a walking distance from any of the bus stops. If you're looking for awesome Colombian empanadas, look no further. These empanadas are way better than the chain empanada stands that you may be used to near the Train stops. There are options for all eaters: meat-eaters, vegetarians, sweet-tooth types and so much more. Be prepared to pay extra for another sauce. You'll want to drown it in your empanadas. They have paletas for days and the empanadas are cooked to perfection. My friend enjoyed the chorizo, while I enjoyed the broccoli and cheese. If you ever are in the area for a snack or a meal, definitely make a stop on your way before work or in your way to shopping. read more

Not your traditional Empanadas, but they are still delicious! The empanadas are on the smaller side and come in white, whole, and corn tortillas, which is nice for those who want to try to be a little healthier (lol). They have an array of fillings like veggie, beef, chorizo, and shredded turkey just to name a few. The inside is extremely small they have two tables one for 1 or 2 people and another for 5 people max; the outside has a bench and a small table and a few chairs - don't plan to eat there if you have a bit of a group. It's the perfect spot to grab and go, although you will have to wait a bit since everything is made fresh to order, which is what I love about this place! Water, soft drinks, and coffee available too - parking is tight! If you want a little snack or a bunch of empanadas to snack on I recommend this spot! read more

Service was but super long wait time for the food. Empanadas were ok not great. Taste was ok. Nothing crazy good but the empanadas were decent. I preferred the pineapple popsicle they had. That is the reason I'm giving it 3 stars and not 2. Would return for the popsicle. read more

I grew up in an area with a lot of hispanic influence, so I've eaten my fair share of empanadas, and the empanadas at empanada cafe has been the best that I've ever had in my entire life. I came by here by accident one day while wandering through Corona, just cause I tend to fall asleep on subways and have a bad sense of direction when I'm relaxing on the weekends. The empanadas come in both the standard corn variety, as well as whole grain, and flour. I got the classic corn variety and ordered 2 ground beef and 1 pork empanada. They cost me about $2 each and were worth every penny. Absolutely delicious and the green sauce that they provide for you on the side was some of the better sauce I've had with my empanadas as well. read more

This teeny tiny restaurant is really a gem. They got a whole lot of selection, interesting flavors, from mix of fish and veggies, pork and banana, and options of Corn flour, wheat flour to white flour. Very affordable and you will definitely come back for more, you cant just order 1 empanada, you just cant because you would want to have more. Also their sauce, the sweet sauce and spicy (green sauce) is so good! Also you are sure that your empanada is freshly cooked! For me I ordered Banana Nutella Empanada, Hawaiiana (Ham, Cheese and Pineapple) Empanada, and the classic Beef and Cheese Empanada. The Banana Nutella is just okay, I feel like it tooo sweet and the texture of banana is too mushy, I like sweets but some food are just too sweet. You should still try it, its not that bad, Im just not a fan of mushy bananas. Hawaiiana, now that I my go to Empanada, ever since Ive been going to Empanadas Cafe I must have a Hawaiiana. Which ever sauce you use the spicy or sweet, its good either way. I feel like you cant go wrong with this Hawaiiana. It is on the sweet side, the juice from the Pineapple but it is a good combination and the white flour taste so good with it. Beef and Cheese, I like it, Im not really a fan of corn flour but this one I like. The beef with the hot sauce just go hand in hand, very simple and it compliments each other. A safe order if you just want to try them first and you just want a classic beef and cheese empanada. read more

Empanadas Cafe - Empanadas Near Me - Corona, New York

Great place! I ordered a couple of beef and potato they were very good and satisfying. We were headed to a wedding dinner but just wanted a little something to hold us over. A couple of these each hit the spot. Great experience too. Gotta try! read more

Empanadas Cafe - Empanadas Near Me - Corona, New York

Love this place. Although it gets crowded and very limited seating because it's small but it's def worth it. I've been coming here for about 4 years and I have no complaints. The best empanadas I've had from a restaurant by far. Worth every cent. read more

The Empanadas are so delicious here. We purchased like 20 empanadas and my family loves them. Please take the opportunity to buy some. Yummy! read more

The best empanadas!!! I've been going here for years!! I love this place. Every time we have a party we have them cater us with a bunch of empanadas. Guests are always raving about them for days. read more

This is my favorite empanada place anywhere in NYC, hands-down. They aren't the fastest, and the space is tiny with very limited seating (though there are some chairs, tables, and benches outside of the weather is decent!), but the empanadas are hot, fresh, and consistently delicious. My idea of perfect spring or summer afternoon in Queens consists of lunch at Empanadas Cafe, dessert at Lemon Ice King, and a stroll through Flushing Meadow Park. My favorites are cheese and the banana with Nutella. My husband is partial to turkey & cheese. I prefer the white flour (harina) to the corn (maíz) casing, though both are good... as is the whole wheat (integral). The hot sauce is a a beautiful shade of green, served in a shot glass with a tiny wooden spoon, and totally worth the 25 cents extra they charge for it. read more

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It's a cute little corner shop for take-out. No dining area, but you only need your hands to eat empanadas, so you can enjoy them standing up, or cool down with a popsicle while waiting for freshly cooked empanadas. I loved the beef & cheese empanada, with different sauces on the side. I especially enjoyed the mango popsicle on that very hot day. Great place to get some snacks. read more

We get empanadas from here regularly and they are consistently DELICIOUS. Fresh, flavorful and a pretty wide variety of options. I got the party tray for the first time recently and it was perfect...easy to tell which empanada was which and my friends all raved about them. read more

I must say, I was highly disappointed. I've had Empanada Cafe bookmarked for some time, and saw a food blogger posted it on Instagram so I figured it was about time to give it a try. The place was pretty packed and busy, which is always a good sign. We ordered: beef, pork, and chorizo empanadas. Off the bat, it was pretty pricey for empanadas. The empanadas were very dry, it lacked seasoning and I felt like I was drenching it in their avocado cilantro sauce. *They didn't give us a choice of their hot sauce. The chorizo empanada, was my least favorite. Not too sure what they the outside is made of, but we basically just ate the inside. At this point we didn't want to put it to waste. I probably wouldn't go back, as I know many places that sell bomb empanadas, and for cheaper. It's a place to check out, and say you've been and tried. read more

Forget mamas empanadas... these empanadas are literally EVERYTHING!!! I've been coming here for years and they never disappoint! Love them