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This was such a great find for actual authentic Puerto Rican food and ambiance. Felt like someone Puerto Rican grandma was doing the cooking and picking the music; I loved it. The food came out hot and fresh and the empanadas were incredible and worth the hype 100%. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful with explaining the menu and giving recommendations
10/10!!! Every single thing I ordered was cooked and served perfectly. Tastes like you are eating in Puerto Rico. I loved this restaurant so so much. Everything was delicious, ESPECIALLY the chicken and cheese empanada. Wow. You can really tell how much effort they put into to everything. Increible. Can't wait to go back!
Great food. Our server Tony was excellent. Chuleta Kankan as shown is enormous and tasty. The mojo sauce there was hands down the best we ever had.
I had a great experience at La Empanada Loca. I ordered the pollo a la plancha and it was absolutely delicious--well-seasoned, cooked perfectly, and very satisfying. What really caught my eye, though, were the mofongo dishes coming out of the kitchen. They looked incredibly authentic and beautifully plated--definitely something I'll be coming back to try. The portions were generous, which made the meal feel like a great value. Overall, flavorful food, solid portions, and a spot I'd happily return to.
Excellent service excellent food. Good ambiance. Need more parking spaces. I've had it togo once before and it tasted just as good when I arrived at home.
I grew up in New York City eating lots of Puerto Rican food. I have not found many PR food places here in South Florida. I finally got to try La Empanada Loca. Parking is in front of the establishment, but there are only about four spots and it's right on the very busy West Dixie Highway. If those spaces are full, you may have to try parking at a business lot either next to the restaurant or across the street. The dining room is cute and nicely decorated. A large TV runs with Spanish programming. The tables are sturdy. The chairs are a little bit rickety. Service is excellent. I had to try their alcapurria (fried banana batter stuffed with chopped meat), something I grew up eating, and their bacalaito (saltfish fritter). While I really enjoyed the alcapurria, the bacalaito was disappointing. Although it was very attractive and crispy, I could not taste any saltfish in it. And the batter was quite skimpy (see photo). For our main entrees, hubby had the pork chunks and a double order of yuca fries, and I had the chicken stew with mofongo. The pork chunks were tasty, with bits of fat attached. The fries were fat and crispy and needed salt, but that's okay. Better to add salt than need to remove it. Hubby found the right solution by topping his fries with some of my chicken gravy. The chicken in my stew was extremely tender. The gravy was a tad salty, but since my mofongo didn't have any salt on it (again, that's good), I used the gravy to help flavor the mofongo. My dish also came with a small (simple) side salad of lettuce, tomato, and raw onions (had to remove the latter) that was accompanied by a light, refreshing dressing. Our satisfying lunch with 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, tax, and tip was $55.
The folks here were so friendly. Great vibe. And the food was absolutely delicious. I was happy that they were literally 8mins from our hotel. Will come again
It was me and my mom's first time here. I am so glad that I found this hole in the wall. The atmosphere feels like you're in Puerto Rico and the food taste like it comes from their grandmother's kitchen. The staff was also very friendly 10 out of 10 recommend!
this place gets packed and so you know it had to be good!!! parking can be tricky to find so plan ahead. *chuleta kan kan is about $34 plate but the highlight of the meal. *my aunt cannot stop thinking about the chicken/cheese and the beef empanadas. *loca fries was perfect appetizers.
Love the vibes in this restaurant! The customer service received was great! They weren't shy and love their recommendations. The music was on point as well with their decors. Those empanadas definitely are a must, big and delicious. They were made to order so there was a wait but worth it. The bacalaito was taste but on the crunchy side. Parking isn't bad but definitely would go back
Absolutely fantastic experience at La Empanada Loca. The mofongo was moist, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The cuchifritos and empanadas were crispy and delicious. Emmanuel was attentive, friendly, and made the meal even better. Highly recommend! As a Newyor Rican, I can say this is one spot I'd recommend to anyone who's from the island or has had Puerto Rican food in New York. The flavors here really hold up and feel authentic. Just like home.
This place has the BEST PUERTO RICAN FOOD in all south Florida. I only wish I could get out there more. It jas a great vibe as well, a separate to go area. The service is always amazing. The owner always comes out to say hello to the customers.
My family came down from a cruise and they were craving Puerto Rican food. We got a little bit of everything and it did not disappoint. We got the queso frito, la bandeja de picadera which had alcapurrias, tostones, empanadillas, y carne frita. I got the mofongo con chicharrón, my family got chuletas and carne frita. Honestly everything was seasoned perfectly. The pina colada tasted like I was back on my island. We did get everything to go, next time I would love to eat there. The grilled chicken was a little dry but apart from that I would get everything else again. From a service perspective, the woman who took our order was very friendly and patient with us. The parking can get very packed which is the only downfall if you're coming during a busy time.
Stopped by this spot while visiting Fort Lauderdale, and I'm so glad I did! I was genuinely delighted by their selection of Puerto Rican dishes. Always love discovering places that bring authentic flavors to the table! The food was delicious, and the presentation was just as impressive. Everything looked beautifully plated, and the sauces were absolutely amazing - definitely added an extra layer of flavor to the dishes The staff was super friendly and welcoming. They can get a little short-staffed during the busy lunch and dinner hours, but they still do their best to accommodate requests and make sure guests feel taken care of I also loved the interior design! The atmosphere is fun, inviting, and full of character, with upbeat salsa music playing in the background that really adds to the experience Overall, a great spot to check out if you're craving Puerto Rican cuisine in Fort Lauderdale. I'll definitely be coming back to explore more of their menu next time! read more
Delicious & Authentic I had the chuletas with rice and the coconut flan, and everything was delicious! The chuletas were flavorful and cooked just right, the rice was seasoned perfectly, and that coconut flan was the perfect way to finish the meal. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and comforting. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're looking for some good Puerto Rican food. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu! read more
8 days ago
Been long time here, the service was good, and the atmosphere is typical regarding a Latin restaurant photos or art work of Latin entertainers. The food was very good. We had ordered Mofongo with. jumbo shrimps it was delicious. Highly recommended. read more
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Thank you Anthony for being a return loyal customer we appreciate you.
This was such a great find for actual authentic Puerto Rican food and ambiance. Felt like someone Puerto Rican grandma was doing the cooking and picking the music; I loved it. The food came out hot and fresh and the empanadas were incredible and worth the hype 100%. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful with explaining the menu and giving recommendations read more
10/10!!! Every single thing I ordered was cooked and served perfectly. Tastes like you are eating in Puerto Rico. I loved this restaurant so so much. Everything was delicious, ESPECIALLY the chicken and cheese empanada. Wow. You can really tell how much effort they put into to everything. Increible. Can't wait to go back! read more
24 days ago
Great food. Our server Tony was excellent. Chuleta Kankan as shown is enormous and tasty. The mojo sauce there was hands down the best we ever had. read more
7 months ago
I had a great experience at La Empanada Loca. I ordered the pollo a la plancha and it was absolutely delicious--well-seasoned, cooked perfectly, and very satisfying. What really caught my eye, though, were the mofongo dishes coming out of the kitchen. They looked incredibly authentic and beautifully plated--definitely something I'll be coming back to try. The portions were generous, which made the meal feel like a great value. Overall, flavorful food, solid portions, and a spot I'd happily return to. read more
2 months ago
Excellent service excellent food. Good ambiance. Need more parking spaces. I've had it togo once before and it tasted just as good when I arrived at home. read more
I grew up in New York City eating lots of Puerto Rican food. I have not found many PR food places here in South Florida. I finally got to try La Empanada Loca. Parking is in front of the establishment, but there are only about four spots and it's right on the very busy West Dixie Highway. If those spaces are full, you may have to try parking at a business lot either next to the restaurant or across the street. The dining room is cute and nicely decorated. A large TV runs with Spanish programming. The tables are sturdy. The chairs are a little bit rickety. Service is excellent. I had to try their alcapurria (fried banana batter stuffed with chopped meat), something I grew up eating, and their bacalaito (saltfish fritter). While I really enjoyed the alcapurria, the bacalaito was disappointing. Although it was very attractive and crispy, I could not taste any saltfish in it. And the batter was quite skimpy (see photo). For our main entrees, hubby had the pork chunks and a double order of yuca fries, and I had the chicken stew with mofongo. The pork chunks were tasty, with bits of fat attached. The fries were fat and crispy and needed salt, but that's okay. Better to add salt than need to remove it. Hubby found the right solution by topping his fries with some of my chicken gravy. The chicken in my stew was extremely tender. The gravy was a tad salty, but since my mofongo didn't have any salt on it (again, that's good), I used the gravy to help flavor the mofongo. My dish also came with a small (simple) side salad of lettuce, tomato, and raw onions (had to remove the latter) that was accompanied by a light, refreshing dressing. Our satisfying lunch with 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, tax, and tip was $55. read more
2 months ago
It was me and my mom's first time here. I am so glad that I found this hole in the wall. The atmosphere feels like you're in Puerto Rico and the food taste like it comes from their grandmother's kitchen. The staff was also very friendly 10 out of 10 recommend! read more
this place gets packed and so you know it had to be good!!! parking can be tricky to find so plan ahead. *chuleta kan kan is about $34 plate but the highlight of the meal. *my aunt cannot stop thinking about the chicken/cheese and the beef empanadas. *loca fries was perfect appetizers. read more
Love the vibes in this restaurant! The customer service received was great! They weren't shy and love their recommendations. The music was on point as well with their decors. Those empanadas definitely are a must, big and delicious. They were made to order so there was a wait but worth it. The bacalaito was taste but on the crunchy side. Parking isn't bad but definitely would go back read more
3 months ago
Absolutely fantastic experience at La Empanada Loca. The mofongo was moist, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The cuchifritos and empanadas were crispy and delicious. Emmanuel was attentive, friendly, and made the meal even better. Highly recommend! As a Newyor Rican, I can say this is one spot I'd recommend to anyone who's from the island or has had Puerto Rican food in New York. The flavors here really hold up and feel authentic. Just like home. read more
3 months ago
This place has the BEST PUERTO RICAN FOOD in all south Florida. I only wish I could get out there more. It jas a great vibe as well, a separate to go area. The service is always amazing. The owner always comes out to say hello to the customers. read more
1 year ago
My family came down from a cruise and they were craving Puerto Rican food. We got a little bit of everything and it did not disappoint. We got the queso frito, la bandeja de picadera which had alcapurrias, tostones, empanadillas, y carne frita. I got the mofongo con chicharrón, my family got chuletas and carne frita. Honestly everything was seasoned perfectly. The pina colada tasted like I was back on my island. We did get everything to go, next time I would love to eat there. The grilled chicken was a little dry but apart from that I would get everything else again. From a service perspective, the woman who took our order was very friendly and patient with us. The parking can get very packed which is the only downfall if you're coming during a busy time. read more
3 months ago
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William M.
Thank you Yo we appreciate you and we’re super happy you are a…
7 months ago
Hands down the BEST Puerto Rican restaurant in Broward. I take my family here for dinner at least twice a month since we enjoy it so much. The service is incredible, we go there so much the serve knows what we like. The owner is always so kind and friendly. read more
10/10 authentic Puerto Rican food! Came here last season and got a platter to go. I got their pernil which was perfectly cooked and salted. It came with 2 sides and I got the arroz con gandules and the tostones. The whole dish tasted just like abuela makes it. Such delicious comfort food. I had to try their pastelillos too. I got a beef and a chicken- they were so meaty! Crispy, filling, and not greasy. I went again a couple weeks ago because I was craving some home cooking. I got the pernil and arroz con gandules again this time with a side of the maduros. Wow they were amazing! The whole dish hit the spot again!!! Consistently tasty Puerto Rican cooking. The guys at the counter are super friendly and service is quick! I drive over 25 min to get there and it's worth it every time. If you are searching for quality boricua food look no farther! read more
9 months ago
We went on a Sunday for brunch. The cuchifritos were excellent, especially the bacalitos yum! Great mofongo too. Cool atmosphere, PR celebrity murals and music.Service was friendly our waiter was Geo. Nice guy. Great food read more
5 months ago
2 years ago
My friend and I came here expecting to get a couple empanadas for a light dinner. We were seated quickly and one of the servers came over to explain the menu. I won't lie, there was a bit of confusion with the menu when we first looked at it, but the server explained it succinctly and expertly. Once I saw the rest of the food, I was sold on a more substantial meal! I had to get the mofongo, of course, with pork and served with a side salad. It was so. So. So. Good! I loved the sauce that came with it as well. It was also such a huge serving, I took a large portion home for leftovers! The restaurant itself was cute and cozy, with not many tables. Despite the small space, they were accommodating with different sized groups coming in, and cleaned tables quickly after people left so they could seat someone else right away. It was a busy dinnertime, but I didn't see anyone waiting more than about 20 seconds to be seated! Overall, I was extremely impressed and plan to come back soon! read more
5 months ago
This place was amazing!!! Don't let the outside of the place fool ya. From the moment we walked in, everyone was super attentive and the restaurant was super clean and welcoming. Most review stars will mislead you but this place deserves every star I gave. We were so hungry we didn't take a moment to take a picture of their food but trust me they did not disappoint on the flavor and presentation. Service was top notch. I wish they were in my town, I'd be there regularly!!! Well done! read more
1 year ago
Holy smokes! That sandwich! That coffee! That flan! This is exactly what I was needing! This place is legit read more
2 months ago
3 years ago
Authentic and delicious food. This spot is a hidden gem. I wish I would have found it sooner. They were very welcoming and gave some pretty great recommendations. The atmosphere is minimalistic, done just right. The menu had plenty of options, I went with a mofongo recommendation and an empanada. The parking is a bit tough, as you need to either back in to a spot or back up onto Dixie Hwy which can be a bit crowded. The food was the star. The mofongo was absolutely delicious, as close to Puerto Rico as you can get here in Florida. I got the pernil, roasted pork. It was tender and juicy and came with the most delicious dressing. Not pictured was the empanadas. They were recommended for the beef and cheese and guava and cheese. Definitely some of the best empanadas I've had. The price is right, the food on point and service is great. You can't ask for much more! While I'd love to keep it a hidden gem, it is definitely worth trying! read more
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William M.
Thank you for your visit Christina and thanks for taking the time to…
3 months ago
3 months ago
What a unique Puerto Rican restaurant. I had heard about this place from my brother and then a really good friend of mine. I finally was able to try it and it did not disappoint. The interior is nicely decorated with murals of Puerto Rican musicians and actors. It was also decorated for Christmas as I came right in the beginning of January. We didn't have to wait long to be seated. Once seated we ordered some appetizers and our meals. The waiter was very nice and even felt bad we had to wait a little bit for him to come around. We got our food served promptly and everything we ordered was hot and delicious. At the end of our meal the waiter even gave us a complimentary dessert of our choice for him arriving a few minutes late to greet us which was very nice! We enjoyed our mofongos and mine even came in the thing that is used to smash the mofongo up, which I'm blanking on the name. Overall very good and we will be back! read more
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William M.
Thank you Isabel for visiting our establishment and for taking the…
9 months ago
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William M.
Gracias glad you enjoyed our place. Thank you for supporting us. Stay…
7 months ago
1 year ago
OMG!! Authentic Puertorrican food for sure! I'm born and raised in PR and that what you enjoy in the Puertorrican cuisine. My husband was amazed with the mofongo (he is gringo), he said "this is what I eat in PR. WEPA! read more
10 months ago
1 year ago
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William M.
Thank you so much, Nickole. We appreciate you being a loyal customer.…
8 months ago
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2 years ago
x10 I recently had the pleasure of dining here, and I must say, it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish! The ambiance is warm and inviting, with amazing art from Steven Nunez and soft lighting that create a cozy atmosphere perfect for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. The menu offers a delightful selection of dishes, showcasing fun and creative fresh, presentation. My husband opted for the Cuban Sandwhich, and I ordered the Monfogo Chicharron Pollo. which was perfectly cooked and served cute. The flavors were vibrant and well-balanced, truly a testament to the chef's skill. The service was impeccable; our server Emmanuel was attentive without being intrusive. Also, I definitely want to make note that the turn around was impressive. The food came out quick. Which is always a bonus. Overall, I can't wait to return and explore more of their menu. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience! read more
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William M.
Thank you we appreciate your visit and review. After reading a…
1 year ago
Está comida es rica, los empleados principalmente eManuel fueron lo mejor, y les recomiendo a todos que vayan. The food is amazing, all staff were awesome including Emanuel, I recommend everyone to go eat here read more
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William M.
Thank you for your visit. We appreciate it. We’re very happy that you…
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How many pasteles come in the order? Might buy some for Christmas!
One at the table. More if you order by the dozen.
Para el dueño: Solo por curiosidad, por qué las llamas empanadas y no empanadillas cómo se dice en Puerto Rico?
Porque empanadas es una palabra universal que todos incluyendo países americanos conocen. Solo nosotros de Borinquén sabemos que son empanadillas aquí en los Estados Unidos le dicen empanadas. Todo el mundo conoce lo que es una empanada no todos…
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