Phenomenal job serving my extremely large party in a quick time without any heads up. Very comfy…read moreestablishment with a yummy menu to choose from. I had the half chicken and loved it. Also enjoyed a beef empanada that I inhaled. Very friendly staff. I plan to return with my large group next year!

The calamari stood out, probably the best thing we ordered. The Peruvian chicken was solid, and the…read morealfajores were a highlight. But the shrimp saltado was forgettable, and the chicha morada was a letdown -- mostly ice, barely any flavor. It tasted like purple-tinted water, not the real thing. I bought two empanadas to bring home to my mother and asked specifically for two chicken. The employee at the register was friendly, but kept nudging me toward one beef, one chicken. I said no. I explained my mother doesn't eat beef. She bit into one at home and stopped. It was beef. There was no way to know from the outside. I understand that mistakes can happen, but it was disappointing to receive the wrong empanada after I had specifically explained that my mother does not eat beef. What made the situation even more concerning was that the beef did not seem fresh. In addition, while the empanada looked properly baked and golden on the outside, the dough inside was still undercooked. Unfortunately, this experience changed my overall impression of the restaurant.

From other reviews, it looks like this place had to close down during the pandemic and is now back…read moreopen. But what a fantastic surprise this was! I've been looking for a relatively inexpensive Latin option near the Wharf. I ordered the Carne Asada and Brisket Nachos, 2 Carne Asada Tacos, and Yucca Fries to go. For $13, the nachos, are filling and insanely great value. The brisket was especially savory and delicious. The tacos are seemingly a bit overpriced at $5 per taco, but they really load these things with meat. The carne asada was also delicious. The yucca fries were good but could have used some salsa or mayo to pair (my fault for not asking when I was there). Highly recommend it if you're looking for authentic Latin food at a low price in SW DC! Food: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: It's in the L'Enfant Mall

First visit to Maizal and I wasn't disappointed. Much like Chipotle and other like-type…read morerestaurants, you move down the assembly line and make your selections. I went with 2 tacos, the pollo loco and the braised beef. I preferred the pollo loco over the braised beef. I found the flavor to be much better with the chicken taco. Service was fast and open area seating available throughout the food court. The restaurant is located inside the Plaza. Maizal is deep down one corridor and is a bit more quiet than what you find towards the center of the plaza. Makes eat easier to have a working lunch by being away from the most crowded areas.

A new location! Huzzah! And open later than the one in Adams Morgan? Count. Me. In!…read more I was back in town for work and was bummed I didn't make it to my old haunt in AM before they closed. I happened to check the map and see that a new location was "opening soon" -- lucky me soon is already here! I dropped by to get food for the next day and the empanadas are just as I remember them from 20 years ago. I'm so happy they have multiple locations now and are still a classic local staple! I will say the only negative thing about their new space is that you have to go in through a shared door entryway first and that entryway has a really strong odor that could benefit from some Febreeze or something like it! The storefront is fun and welcoming and the empanadas are fresh. They have gone up in price with inflation - don't be shocked if you haven't been in a while! I love this family owned business and I hope this new location thrives!

I stopped in solo specifically to try the empanadas. This is a small, no-frills establishment with…read morea nice variety to choose from--around eight savory options and another six or so fruit and dessert empanadas. I tried the chorizo and bean, steak, and pear almond empanadas. The chorizo and bean was somewhat bland and could have used more seasoning or something to give the filling a little more flavor. The steak empanada, on the other hand, was very good and flavorful. Both savory empanadas had excellent crusts. The pear almond empanada was less successful for me. The crust-to-filling ratio was quite heavy, so most bites were primarily crust. It was also tied closed with butcher's twine for baking, which I unfortunately did not notice until taking my first bite. That was definitely an unexpected surprise and something I think should be made more obvious when served. Overall, the empanadas were decent, with the steak being the standout. I'm glad I gave the place a try, but I probably wouldn't make a special trip out of my way to return.

Peruvian Brothers has easily become my favorite spot in La Cosecha! As someone who lives in the…read moreUnion Market District and frequents the market often, this is always my first choice when deciding where to eat. The Lomo Saltado with Filet Mignon is consistently delicious and packed with flavor, and the Shrimp Saltado is another go-to depending on my mood. I usually add a side of sweet plantains and sometimes the sautéed veggies if I'm extra hungry. Everything is always fresh, flavorful, and comforting without feeling too heavy. The service is friendly and pretty quick during the weekdays, though it can take a little longer during busier times. I typically take my food home, but La Cosecha has plenty of seating and a fun atmosphere if you want to stay and eat. There are also bars nearby, so it's easy to grab a cocktail or drink to pair with your meal I've also visited the Amazon HQ2 location and appreciate that the menu and pricing are consistent between both locations. Nice to know I can get the same quality whether I'm in DC or Arlington. Definitely one of my favorite casual spots in the area!

Worst Rotisserie Chicken I've ever had. Overcooked and very dry chicken and no flavor…read more Side is not included.

The best empanadas in the area, hands down! The dough is slightly sweet (maybe that's my…read moreimagination...but it tastes great) and the filling is ALWAYS delicious regardless of which variety you pick. My 7-year old and I pick up a couple in the morning and have them for lunch sometime over the weekend. They're good hot or at room temp. The Empanada Stand is often the most active business at the Del Ray Farmer's Market and with good reason. You can count on fresh ingredients and a quality product EVERY time!

The pastry was really good although it's kind of hard and holds in the juice in this empanada. I…read morewasn't used to such a filling, but hear that it is the Bolivian way. I did like the olives and the eggs in it, but the filling was a lot sweeter than expected (I got the beef), and it was laced with onions and cilantro (I hate cilantro). Others have touted that this place is amazing, so I hate to touch that but this guy (who's at the Old Town farmer's market on Wednesdays from 3:30 to I dunno when) might have been too hyped up for me by friends. But really I think that it was just flavors I'm not into that did it, I'm sure some people would think this is amazing. I will try the chicken next week and see how that goes. Follow up review to come.

Great to see a new Argentine empanada spot in Alexandria, conveniently close to Arlington! The…read moreempanadas also travel well via UberEats. I tried a variety and enjoyed them all. The spicy beef had a nice kick, caprese tasted like margherita pizza, and the fugazzeta was reminiscent of a white pizza--very good. The jamon & queso was delicious, with just the right amount of salt and a satisfying chunk of unmelted mozzarella in the middle. Both the fried and baked empanadas were great, but I preferred the baked ones overall. Definitely worth stopping by to try for yourself!

Really good food. Enjoy the food and the chimichurri and also the delivery was flawless.read more

If you don't want to track down the DC Empanadas food truck, then you can just visit this stall at…read morethe Union Market. DC Empanadas specializes in gourmet empanadas, but there were only four options to choose from (Divine Swine, Latin Beef, El Greco, and Speedy Gonzalez [all cheese]). $3.50 for each empanada or you can pick any 3 for $9. ***. Divine Swine (pulled BBQ pork, featuring the No. 5 sauce [smokey sweet] from BBQ Bus Smokehouse - $3.50): Empanadas itself wasn't too bad - tasted slightly sweet with crunchy dough. However, $3.50 is a bit pricey for one empanada and you will probably still feel hungry even if you get 3 for $9 deal. *** I will still stick with empanadas from Los Angeles (Tito's Market in El Monte or Red Ribbon Bakeshops) as they are both good and inexpensive.

Pretty good empanadas! I got the three meat options being offered that day: divine swine, el toro,…read moreand the badass. None was particularly impressive, but I WAS impressed with how much sauce they managed to put in there. For example, I really tasted the buffalo sauce for the chicken one and I was amazed at how Americanized it tasted. There isn't much service to be provided here, but it could really use a step up. The guy taking orders had a don't-bother-me look and never once made eye contact or smiled once. He's the same one frying the empanadas, and he does it without wearing any gloves or anything-right after he handled the money. Sigh.

Ordered again via UE. Empanadas arrived hot and were delicious. I also ordered dessert, Marquesa,…read morelayers of cookies, creamy white and milk chocolate, crowned with a swirl of chantilly cream. The ground beef and mushroom empanadas are still my favs and solid choices.

I was very excited to find this place! I love a good, authentic empanada - my family is from South…read moreAmerica and I have eaten my share of great empanadas! Argentine empanadas are a favorite and this shop makes plenty! I ordered chicken, chicken cilantro, ground beef and steak & I ordered Chimichurri & Garlic Sauces on the side. The empanadas were hot when they arrived and there were two of us for lunch. These empanadas are cocktail sized empanadas - really between a normal sized pie and one you would serve as an hor d'oeuvre. Generally, Argentine empanadas are filled with carne cortada a cuchillo (hand-cut, not ground beef), combined with onions, hard-boiled eggs, paprika, cumin, and olives. The flavor is not wimpy! And all of that is in a delicious crust that is baked. Fried was not an option. The crust is flakey and warm and improves with a sauce. The pie crust was the star! Of the four ordered, the two beef empanadas were the best. Lots of flavor, but no onions, egg, olives or enough spices, etc. The chicken were disappointing. Not enough flavor. Very pedestrian. There is talent in this kitchen, as the fillings lack the flavor one usually finds in authentic Argentine empanadas, but the crusts were exceptionally good! Value: The price for one empanada is $5 - for a very small empanada. About 1/2 the size of a traditional Argentine Empanada. If Empanadisimas works on the filling - these could be terrific. Right now, not so much. Also, sauces come with all empanadas, but the website does not mention that - so if you order delivery don't order additional sauces. They are included. Sides: . Popular sides in Argentina traditionally include a simple salad, yuca fries, or arroz con gandules. I would have liked a nice side salad - maybe tomato - to accompany these pies. The savory sides at Empanadisimas are lacking. An avocado salad would have been welcomed. We passed on ordering desserts because they were all very expensive. I wish this place well, because if they tweak a few things (fillings & pricing), it could be a good product. When they update their website and work on reasonable pricing, I will give it a try again, but for now - I am staying away! And we are still hungry - on our way to get lunch!