This food truck stopped by my apartment complex yesterday. For 30 dollars, we got 4 empanadas - 2…read morechicken and 2 steak. The steak empanadas had more potatoes in them than meat. They have a great flavor but it felt a little expensive for the empanadas to not be stuffed with meat instead of veggies.

Love love love the empanadas here! But the chimichurri is to die for! You have to get a bottle if…read moreyou are here. I also recommend the spinach feta as it is so flavorful and the only empanada I dream of. If you are in the area you have to go here! The owner is super sweet and love talking to him and learning about his business.

I had a fantastic experience at Mola last night! The restaurant is small, just 2 tables you can…read morebook online and 10-12 bar seats. Their drink menu infuses Panamanian-Caribbean flare to popular drinks like margaritas, mojitos, old fashions, etc. The woman working came over to tell us about the menu and I could tell this was her restaurant because of her deep passion for the dishes and their flavors. The menu is intentionally small and as a vegetarian, I was extremely pleased with the spice vegan and cheese empanada combo I shared with a friend. We also got the cucumber salad and hojaldra bread, all fantastic. I am excited to return and wish the woman (did not catch her name) MUCH success.

I traveled two hours away to try this gem and boy was it worth it. Let me first start with, the…read moreowner cooked each meal (i sat at a table where you could visibly see her cooking/preparing the dishes) and she even stopped by to chat with me. When was the last time the owner/chef held a conversation with you while at dinner? True Panamanian dishes with a twist. I was taken back to my childhood with each bite I took, and even shed a tear as I, hadn't ate many of these dishes in a while. I was finally able to enjoy the Panamanian flavors/foods without having to leave the country. If you're interested with indulging in Panamanian cuisine, and or want a meal cooked from the heart, go visit Mola, you will not regret it. I will be visiting again

Food Have not come here in years (RIP to Dupont location),…read morebut these used to hit the spot. They have a wide variety of flavors and the dough is soft and the edges a bit on the crispy side. Their rotating vegetarian option is also vegan. I think the week I went was a miss, it was bean and something crunchy. Missing flavor, but the salsa really helped it. Everyone who got a meat option said it was really good. They loved everything that they got. Next time I would better check their vegan option, but it is nice that they always have one ready for you. Service Came here on a Thursday mid-day and needed to grab food for a customer. The woman working was so sweet and happy to assist with me getting nearly two dozen empanadas and giving a nice variety. She labeled each one and gave me salsas and napkins. Ambiance A hole in the wall for sure. There is nowhere for you to sit, but these are portable little triangles so easy to walk down 18th or Columbia. On a nice day I would take these to the park.

Went to see a show with my family. Got there early and saw Julia's Empanadas. Went inside and…read moreordered a variety of offerings empanadas and ate them outside as there is no inside seating. The counter person was polite, the empanadas were not provided immediately it took about 10 minutes after waiting for a previous order to be filled. The empanadas were good! dough was slightly sweet and fillings were flavorful and left hot juices dripping with each bite.

Sometimes life redirects us to another location and it turns out more relax and better. As I was…read moreplanning to attend a food event, but instead I ended up here at Mpanadas and if you blink, you'll drive right by it lol. They have manageable parking space on a corner lot next to Domino's, across from Burritos Bros and Starbucks. As you walked in, it's a cozy place with a few seats and they offer a variety of options from savory empanadas, sorbet and gelato desserts; cold and hot beverages. There were 6 items order: 1) Bulgogi 2) Philly 3) Tangy BBQ 4) Horchata 5) Strawberry Lemonade 6) Chorizo. Each empanadas have their own unique flavors and they were delicious. Don't forget to ask for their green sauce to dip or pour on top to enhance the flavors. They also offer jalapeño hot sauce but don't really have a kick if you are a spicy lover. The horchata was delicious and the strawberry lemonade was refreshing and a little tart. You would order your food at the counter and they will call your number to be picked up. This family owned restaurant provides great service, comfortable atmosphere and very helpful in choosing your order. I would make a future trip to try other flavors from their menu.

I wasn't a huge fan of the name. The results, though, were what I'd hoped. Getting a combo with a…read morehorchata allowed me to get some refreshment in the moment and some empanadas for later. They had three vegetarian ones (one of which was vegan), so not a bad selection. My spinach and cheese one really delivered on flavor and I shared the others. The place had some dessert options as well. I hope they rotate the menu, as it would give me an excuse to come back.

I've gone to this coffee shop since it opened. The food is Argentinian and there are plenty of…read moreoptions for all diets. I've gotten coffee, matchas, and other drinks and I love them every time. The staff is really nice. They also have a rewards program which I love. The area you order is small but they do have an upstairs that has places to sit and they have events up there sometimes.

Seeking somewhere unique for breakfast, we stumbled across Flor while in Georgetown recently. It…read moreoffered a great variety of food and the place felt very cozy. We ordered downstairs and took our food up to the bookstore section to enjoy it. The food was really good and hit the spot. I'm not sure what is up with their coffee. I tried a few sips and could not drink it and ended up pouring it down the drain. Nothing is cheap there, so I was upset about literally washing food/drink down the drain because the taste was so bad. Cute spot for brunch but I would recommend getting coffee somewhere else.

I've lived in the area of The Wharf Colada Shop for about three years but just recently tried it…read morefor the first time. Very pleasantly surprised. I don't typically go for counter service or QR code service restaurants, but stopped in for a quick bite before a concert at the Anthem. The Cuban sandwich is legit and very tasty with tender pork, soft fresh bread with a crunchy crust, and great pickles. And the stewed plantains were perfectly tender with a caramel like sweetness. Probably the nicest surprise was their reasonably priced cocktails that have a Cuban flair. The happy hour options are very tasty.

We stopped by Colada Shop during our trip to DC, and it ended up being one of our favorite meals…read morenear the Wharf! The restaurant is super cute, with a fun cafe vibe, and it's an easy walk from the waterfront. We ordered the Colada Trio, which came with empanadas, cauliflower sliders, and yuca fries. Everything was delicious, and it came with three different sauces that were honestly all so good. I could've eaten those sauces with everything. We also ordered the Platanachos (plantain nachos), which were flavorful and such a fun twist on traditional nachos. They accidentally forgot the cauliflower and mushroom topping, but as soon as I mentioned it, they brought it out right away along with extra sauce. Mistakes happen, but what matters is how a place handles them, and they were incredibly accommodating, which I really appreciated. It was pretty busy when we visited, and I noticed who I believe was the manager or owner helping clean tables and checking on guests. I always love seeing that kind of hands-on involvement. Great food, friendly service, and an awesome location if you're exploring the Wharf. I'd definitely recommend stopping by!

Tried their empanadas (Beef and spinach with cheese) which were super good but I saw the options…read morefor meat lovers that included chorizo. The flavor wasn't there, it was super bland. I tried to ask for more seasoning or if I could exchange the empanada but I wasn't able to. It really sucked paying $8 for an empanada I couldn't eat but my friends were able to enjoy the good ones!!

$3 for churros filled with a cream-like stuffing!…read more I ordered the Vanilla cream and the Dulce de Leche churro, and they were warm, delicious, and very sweet! It's my first time having a stuffed churro, and I'm ecstatic I found this place on a chilly night. There was a crowd waiting for their churros, and they technically had closed their ordering already; however, I asked kindly if I could order churros before they closed their curtain. The worker kindly let me! Churros are my soft spot for desserts! These were crunchy but also had a very creamy, smooth center. Found this place at the Christmas holiday market in DC, but they're normally at the Eastern market!

I stumbled upon Arepa Zone about 10 years ago on a random trip to DC. I remember it having good…read morereviews and I had never had an arepa before so I had to try it. I ordered so much food and loved all of it. I couldn't wait to get back to DC to get it again. Eventually, I ended up moving to DC and Arepa Zone is absolutely one of my favorite places to grab a quick meal. It has truly become one of my favorite comfort foods. I usually get the patacon which is huge and very filling and they have different variations of it at their other locations. You can eat it with whichever meat option you'd like and it's just so flavorful and always fresh. If you're here for the first time, I recommend the tequenos as well. They are just so simple but so delicious. Service is always quick and great!!

I wish this place was open when I went to UMD!…read more This was my first time having arepas (and Venezuelan food in general), and I loved it. Even though they're known for arepas, the pabellón bowl ended up being my favorite it tasted like a comforting, home-cooked meal in the best way. The staff were also super helpful and took the time to explain their options. The space itself is so modern and clean and there's a cute little market area on the side with things for sale. Would absolutely go back!

Delicious homemade empanadas. Are they pricey? Yes, but so is fast food, and at least these…read moreempanadas we know and can tell are homemade. They have something for everyone: vegan, vegetarian, and with everything. We had sweet empanadas and several with meat. I love how each of the meat ones is named after a country, so it's easy to understand what you are getting, but the flavor won't be 100% the same as with the Jamaican; it doesn't taste like a beef patty, but it was good. My least favorite was the spinach with cheese. I expected it to be more cheesy, but it was still delicious.

We stumbled upon this little gem. If you are EVER in the…read moreD.C. area, this a MUST GO TO. 3 locations. Best. Empanadas. Ever. These are not fried, they have many to chose from. Locals recommended this spot. Side note..... Chilean & Jamaican were outstanding. THEN..... The dessert, strawberry & cream cheese...to die for.

The cinnamon ice cream is absolutely delicious! I always come back for it because I truly love it!…read more However, I have to say that the customer service at this Arlington location is a disaster. Whenever I want to purchase something else, the experience is so unpleasant that I'd rather just get out of there as quickly as possible. The customer service definitely needs improvement.

This is my go to local spot for cakes! Fresh, delicious cakes! I've bought several for different…read moreevents & people always compliment. Delicious salteñas too. I'll share some photos of several cakes I've bought from them.