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    Jezabel's

    3.6 (156 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Tanya D.

    Had the privilege of tasting this delicious treat @ Bok Rooftop Bar. The flavors were amazing. I tried the spicy chicken empandas and the potatoes with cheese. It's totally amazing. The ladies serving the food were efficient and they prepared everyone's order super fast and hot.

    Empanadas and gazpacho soup
    Graham P.

    Came here today for lunch with my son to celebrate my birthday on my father's recommendation (who read about it online). The ambiance is good, the aroma of the food smells wonderful, and the food is delicious! I think Jezabel herself waited on me and my son and she was so patient, kind, and helpful when explaining the menu. We both had beef empanadas; I also had the leek while my son had the lentil. They were delicious, as was the homemade gazpacho soup! My son had their hibiscus mint lemonade (I wished I'd ordered it); I had the espresso spritz with lemon juice, which was still good. The passionfruit pastry we had for dessert just melted in our mouths! Would highly recommend this place, but be warned: they like to show up at farmers markets, so double check that they're open before you go. Will definitely be back!

    Empanadas, Escabeche de Berenjena, and Chimichurri
    Austin B.

    tl;dr this quaint West Philly cafe hosts a daily assortment of empanadas and Argentinian pastries Jezabel Careaga's store-and-cafe has been widely lauded by critics and amateur foodies alike. The multi-purpose space expands across the first floors of 3 adjacent row homes, accentuating the intimate and homey feels of each room. The space is minimalistic, with unadorned white plaster walls, sleek wooden furnishings, and accent planting. Afternoon sunlight blasts through the large bay windows. Stick to the bakery display room to grab-and-go, or venture into the further rooms to sit and snack. The middle room is highlighted by an open kitchen -- designed for cooking lessons -- with a large center island surrounded by industrial ovens and tall shelves of ingredients and glassware. Wooden booths are complemented by velvet pillows, and the tables are each decked with a woven napkins basket. Further inward, the third room is sprinkled with home goods and local crafts. My partner and I arrived for late lunch on a weekday, and the air was quiet and relaxed. We browsed the pastry counter and opted for a variety of that piqued our interest, including empanadas, mafaldas (medialunas with ham and cheese), Escabeche de Berenjena (Italian pickled eggplant), and chimichurri. Of note, the 'menu' was unclear, even within the restaurant -- our strategy was to guesstimate an appropriately filling assortment of goods. All of the pastries were heated to order, recapturing a warmth and flakiness at the expense of drying out -- a risk soundly mitigated by the sides. The moderately large bowl of chunky eggplant, peppered with spice and served cold, provided a nice acidity to balance out the rich empanadas. On the other hand, the chimichurri was strongly cilantro-y and, while adding a pleasant texture and aroma to pastry-heavy bites, was otherwise forgettable. Each empanada sported a unique, intricate wrapping design. The Fugazza (leeks, sweet onions, and cheese) was the highlight of our meal, with a dynamic array of flavors and textures. In a close second was the Humita (spicy corn and cheese), accented by the pop of sweet corn complemented by rich, stringy cheese. Less memorable were the Carne (spicy ground beef) and Pollo (spicy shredded chicken and olives) varieties; while both were stuffed generously with meat, the flavors were less innovative. Finally, the mafaldas were loaded heavily (or, as generously as a small medialuna can withstand) with slices of sweet ham and cheese, then baked until melty. The service was friendly and laid-back. As a whole, our items ranged from ok to great, and our meal fell short of being truly satiating. At $28 (after tax and tip), our check totaled on the pricier side for cafe fare. While the relaxed vibes and authentic eats are well worth an occasional visit, I don't see Jezabel's entering my regular routine.

    Leah M.

    I really wanted to to like this place during Covid there are mental adjustments that should be made when dining. This establishment and area is busy with foot traffic, neighbors and regulars. This restaurant was spotlighted on Fox 29. With that being said it may be why it's a little lax when it comes to customer service you know. when you have a 'following'. It's probably me because I came out on a nice spring day looking to dine outside then move on with the rest of my day. Not so smooth, not so simple. I was a line of three people for about 20 minutes before I got inside the store. The person before me took less than 5 minutes. This issue may be?? How about post the specific empanadas for the day somewhere? During these times most restaurants have the QR code where you can access the menu and be prepared to place an order. Not here but, they did have a QR code if you wanted to pay by Venmo. Navigating the website to place an order suggests you make your request four hours in advance. I'm sure there are other options but the website wasn't exactly clear on that. I would like to have placed the order, arrive whenever they reasonably suggest to sit outside and eat my meal. Something, a plan. When ordering NONE of the empanadas were labeled behind the case so bless his little heart (I'm saying this VERY sarcastically) the one counter person had to point and explain to each customer. I inquired into coffee and tea prices again NOT labeled and he was unsure, he had to go to the pictures on the register. (Enter old jokes about McDonald's cashiers pushing the picture) Instead of offering me a bag with a handle he put my eight empanadas & side items in a paper bag, my soup in a to go container with a container of hibiscus lemonade he proceeded to hand those THREE things to me in my TWO hands. Oh you may want to bag, (giggle). Yeah I do and again bless his little heart, watching him pack was such a chore a single empanada placed at the bottom soup wobbling on top of that etc. Little did I know the side items that had liquid were sitting on top of the empanadas in the paper bag and spilled out. Changing the taste and texture. The service is not rude or unpleasant just slow and lacking experience. who knows? The issue for me, I had to work too hard to spend my money. As far as the food, the empanadas and service were OK worth having not worth the trouble. I'll leave that to the Gentrifitarions!

    Pollo & Chorizo/Corn Empanadas, Lemon Meringue Pie, and Torte de Ricotta
    Anna F.

    First Impressions: Really really cute cafe area, the display of baked goods looked a little empty, and wasn't sure how to open the door Lasting Impressions: Great place to spend a lot of time, you can watch them make the empanada dough from your seats, and it was a lot of fun to try a lot of different things! Food: - Pollo and Chorizo/Corn Empanadas: 7.3/10; fresh & nice spiciness, flavors didn't leave a huge impression - Torte de Ricotta: 9.1/10; flavors really subtle but really nice. I also really liked the texture of both the torte shell and filling - Lemon Meringue Pie: 8/10; honestly an interesting texture (gelatinous) but the meringue was so good Liked it a lot :)

    Empanadas (cheese and leek, beef) Veggie quiche  Butternut squash soup

    Food is so good! Service was excellent, and workers were very nice and helpful. Definitely recommend coming here!!

    Empanadas to-go!
    Michelle C.

    My man went out to run some errands on Friday and came home with a box of empanadas from a Jezabel's pop-up. We received two each of four different kinds and the box came with three side sauces/pickled veggies. We heated up half the box for lunch on Saturday, but everything was so delicious that we decided to heat the rest and go all in! My favorites were the chicken with olives and beef with raisins, but the empanada with leeks was great, too. I especially loved the chimichurri sauce - I could eat that with everything! Looking forward to more empanadas in my future!

    Angie B.

    This place is wonderful. Cozy cafe and restaurant offering Argentinean fare, light and airy, lots of plants, calm and peace. It has a cafe side for orders of pastries, tea and coffee and a separate dining space for table service. They specialize in empanadas and they are delicious. The pastry is fresh and flaky and the fillings are so very tasty. Try the spinach. They run lunch specials with salads and fresh soups and their desserts are creative and delightful. They also offer cooking classes. This is a great spot to grab an afternoon bite. The ambiance is perfect. This is a special place. So glad it's in the neighborhood.

    Two bags of amazing "vamo! Coffee" beans. One in dark and one in medium roast. Highly recommend.

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    Far From Home is one of the new breed of Philly lunch trucks that promote themselves in…read moreup-to-the-minute fashion via twitter and Facebook. Although subject to change, this lunch truck can be found near LOVE Park on most weekdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The truck is hard to miss from any vantage point within two or three blocks. The bright purple and neon paint job is an allusion to what it serves: Caribbean-themed lunch fare featuring a variety of burgers. They also serve customized hot dogs, mac n' cheese, empanadas, curly fries, and cupcakes baked fresh daily. I had the Mighty Farmer, a veggie burger with carrots, tomatoes, sprouts and their homemade "mighty sauce." It was excellent and had fresh ingredients. The patties were definitely not boca burgers and the fresh carrots and sprouts made a substantial difference. I also sampled the Mac n' Cheese, which was savory and salty with plenty of pepper. For all cupcake-heads out here, Friday's flavor was mint chocolate. Little things make a big difference when it comes to lunch, and the fresh ingredients and fresh takes featured by Far From Home make it a lunch truck that is definitely worth checking out.

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    When I first walked by this place I thought it was just a coffee shop and convenience store. I was…read moreabsolutely delighted when I discovered it was also a full-on Ethiopian restaurant. I've been wanting to try Ethiopian food for the longest time and I've heard there are some great spots in West Philly. If they are even half as good as this place is, I'd be shocked. I had the beef wrap and loved it. It was a bit spicier than I'm used to eating but not overwhelming and I could use a bit more kick to my meals. I also one of each of the sambusa flavors they had. The flakiness of the pastries was exquisite. I liked the chicken one but the veggie might be my favorite. I'm actually planning to come back and enjoy the coffee house aspect of it. It seems like such a cozy place to hang out and read. The folx that work are so kind too!! West Philly has always been my favorite part of the city and this is just another reason to adore it.

    This place? A whole vibe. Half mini-mart, half café, all flavor. I originally came through on a Too…read moreGood To Go haul, and now I'm here constantly--sometimes for a deal, sometimes just 'cause I need it in my life. Let's start with the mini-mart side, aka my happy place. They carry these crack-level addictive injera chips in rosemary, mild, and spicy--YES, I've tried them all, and YES, they're all elite. I keep saying I'll pace myself, but nah. Also obsessed with their zero-sugar digestive cookies?? I don't even know where else to find these, and honestly, I don't wanna know. Alif is my plug now. On the café side, the hot Ethiopian food is consistently . My all-time fave is the yellow split pea dish (Kik Alicha)--so flavorful, creamy, and comforting, like a warm hug from someone's grandma. It comes with two glorious rolls of injera, soft and tangy, perfect for scooping up every last bit. If you know, you know. There's a cute little seating nook to the right of the register, plus a few outdoor tables for soaking up some sun with your sambusa. The staff? Super quick and helpful whenever I ask questions--they always know what's up and don't mind me geeking out over new snacks. Also came by during the Dollar Stroll and tried their Ethiopian wraps, and--whew. How do I describe them? Imagine rich, spicy, savory magic wrapped in injera and handed to you for ONE DOLLAR. I was shook. It's no wonder I've been back like five times... and probably forgot to check in at least half of those visits. Oops. ‍ TL;DR: Alif Brew is my comfort café + snack haven rolled into one. If you haven't been, GO. And grab me a bag of spicy injera chips while you're at it.

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