This was my first time trying World Empanadas in Burbank, and I'll definitely be back…read more The gentleman working at the window was super friendly and made the whole experience really easy. I wasn't expecting there to be so many different empanadas to choose from, so I took a while deciding. He was really patient, answered all my questions, explained the different options, and gave me some great recommendations. I ended up getting the Beef, Chili Carne, Chicken, Spicy Potato, Santa Fe Chicken, and Spinach & Cheese empanadas. They were all really good, and I liked that they let me choose from three different sauces/salsas to go with them. Everything came out quickly and was packaged really well. They even included a list showing which empanada was which, which I really appreciated since they all looked pretty similar once they were in the box. I actually came for the empanadas, but they also had fresh pasta and decided to give it a try. I'm really glad I did because it was excellent. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, the sauce was delicious, and honestly I'd come back just for the pasta. There are still a bunch of things on the menu I want to try, especially the sweet empanadas, so I'm already looking forward to my next visit. Great food, friendly people, and a really welcoming experience. I'd definitely recommend checking them out!

I really wish I knew about World Empanadas sooner because I just found out about it and I have been…read moremissing out on some amazing empanadas! I ordered a dozen empanadas for the take and bake option. I love the take and bake option because it is like having freshly baked empanadas in my own kitchen! I baked them per the directions on the website and it worked perfectly. The take out window was very convenient and online ordering was easy. World Empanadas has so many empanadas flavors to choose from. I tried a bunch of flavors and I liked all of them! My favorites were the Santa Fe chicken, breakfast, spinach, and the chile con carne. They all had amazing flavor. The order came with a big serving of chimichurri and that was a nice addition to the empanadas. World Empanadas also has breakfast burritos that I am interested in trying next time. Since I don't live close, this is my new stop when I'm going to Burbank airport. World of Empanadas is amazing and I highly recommend getting their empanadas!

Kevin and I recently stopped at Nonna's Empanadas at the Americana at Brand, and it was absolutely…read moreamazing. The empanada was warm, crunchy on the outside, and packed full of flavorful filling very generous and satisfying. It was the perfect little snack as we walked around, especially since it was a bit cold outside. The combination of the crispy exterior and savory, full interior made it so enjoyable, and we both really loved every bite. Another simple stop that turns into a little treat and a warm, tasty memory for us.

This was my first visit to Nona's ever. I had fun eating with my friend Tora before hunting for…read morePokemon. The area was busy as always, but not as much traffic as usual, during the first weekend of December. They have outdoor seating, no indoors. The restaurant is a shack size building but the food is amazing. There is no specific parking lot so I parked in the mall parking lot. Service was good, process was fast, food was delicious.

I am so impressed by this place. The quality of food is superb, the taste of the food is delicious,…read moreand the presentation of the food, even in a to-go plate, is beautifully done. Everything is fresh and cooked to order. The service is friendly and quick and I appreciate that. I had the Reina con tajada arepa, and not only was it delicious, it's incredibly filling. The price point is definitely worth it and I will be back!

Delicious food, it seemed like it was all from scratch. Ordered pabellon criollo, which has a…read moretexture similar to Mexican ropa vieja. The meat was tender and a little sweeter, though, with a different flavor. A friend suggested mixing the beans/rice/meat all together, and he was right: the whole was greater than the sum of its parts.. Green sauce was very fresh tasting and flavorful, but orange sauce may burn a hole in your hole. Parking in Glendale has AIDS, so either bring lots of quarters, download the "pay by phone" app in advance, lest you stand there for 15 minutes trying to figure it out it while the sun peeks from behind the clouds to make your phone virtually unreadable, or figure out the 888 number on the side of the meter.

Stumbled into El Morfi Grill for a late lunch, and honestly, it was a great decision. This place is…read morethe definition of a hidden gem. It's small, quiet, clean. We ordered the Chicken Alfredo, a Pechuga ala parrilla, and a Choripan sandwich. All were delicious but the real superstars of the afternoon were the empanadas. The pastry was soft, fluffy, and held together a filling so well-seasoned and generous that I'm still thinking about it. It's fresh, tasty Argentinian comfort food that hits exactly where it's supposed to. ​This is a small, family-run place with just a handful of staff, you have to be prepared for the service to move at a slightly more relaxed pace. But in a world where everything is rushed and impersonal, there's something genuinely charming about a place that takes its time to get the food right. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive, checking in on us frequently. It's the kind of local business that actually deserves your support, so if you're in the area, stop by and give them some love. Just be prepared to relax, soak in the quiet vibe, and leave significantly heavier than when you arrived.

It has been some time since we were last here, though my wife has notes about her visit to this…read moreplace from the 1990s! Our meal started with the bread and chimichirri. It was great! I ordered the Chicken Marsala with Marsala Sauce on the pasta (instead of Marinara). It was good, though the Marsala Sauce was a touch sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. They are very generous with the mushrooms! My wife got the Entraña. (Skirt steak). The steak was very tasty. That, with the rice and sauce, made her day! We also ordered a Chicken Caesar salad. I liked the grilled chicken in the salad. The service was good. The atmosphere was pleasant. I enjoyed the Argentine music. We'll be back.

I'm always on the hunt for a Piroshki, one of my favorite delights that I think originated in…read moreRussia and is East European by origin. I think Papillon is Armenian which I believe has European cuisine, as Armenia is considered geographically to be within Western Asia (the Middle East) and the South Caucasus region. Sitting within the mountainous Armenian Highland, it acts as a transcontinental bridge between Eastern Europe and Asia. Their Piroshki is long and thin, whereas I'm accustomed to them being robust short stocky and round almost resembling a giant baked potato in size and shape. So these look like a "Chinese Donut" a.k.a. Youtiao (油条) in size and shape, same girth but length maybe 6"-8" long. What I liked is the filling of the Beef was minced ground beef with sauteed onion bits mixed into a blend and seasoned with a bit of spice but overall was very moist and juicy and the fried dough was very good. So, I'd recommend that. Oddly, I tried the Beef and Potato reluctantly thinking the pure beef option was going to be better... and the Potato was soft and perfect so I'm thinking they're equally good depending on your mood. I tried the beef empanada, and it was very good, similar flavor of the beef empanada to the piroshki but not exactly the same, otherwise I might say the empanada is bigger and gives more protein of the ground beef. The desert shaped like a peach fruit was very good. It reminded me of Asian style deserts where they're not overly sweet and has a healthy refreshing taste more so than being too overwhelming with thick sugary creams. I found out they have multiple locations. It feels maybe the Armenian and Russian community in So Cal are more toward this area and The Valley, so I do have to take what could be a 60-90 minute journey to come here, and even longer of a commute to their other locations. I think they'd do well in the SBBC (South Bay Beach Cities) down South past Santa Monica but before Long Beach and Orange County. I'd recommend this place for the food and service.

Recommended by Armenian friends to try out this international bakery and it DOES NOT DISAPPOINT!…read morePonchik was really delicious, I don't know how else to say it. Freshly prepared and warm upon reception, loved the custard filling in particular and I strongly recommend everyone to try this at least once. We also got their perashki and it came out fresh and hot too. Total wait time was around 5-12 minutes

About a month or so ago I spotted La Puna Empanadas truck and stopped to give the food a try and…read moresupport a small, women owned and operated, business. Really enjoyed the first experience and so when I saw the truck again today after an early morning walk in Descanso Gardens, I stopped again to get their empanadas. This visit confirmed my initial impression which was/is that the empanadas from La Puna are "fantastic"!! I ordered four empanadas, the corn and spinach, as well as their chicken. Also ordered one called the Arabe. All four were superb!! The corn empanada was a combination of sweet, salty, and creamy. This was the result of using good quality corn and a combination of both cream and either jack or cotija cheese. The spinach empanada was equally delicious. It had a unique taste profile prompted by the really smart use of a hint of nutmeg. The combination of spinach and the nutmeg, along with whatever they included, have the final product a "wow" factor. Chicken empanada was slightly smokey and very flavorful, and the "Arabe" was a wonderful combination of ground beef, onion, red bell peppers, with spices that offered a distinctly Moroccan taste. Really outstanding. The thing that tied all these different empanadas together was the dough they use to make them. It was firm while still light and flaky with a mouth feel that was soft but not mushy. It was the perfect compliment to the filling. Like eating a really,really good pie where the filling and the crust are harmonious. The food offered by La Puna Empanadas reflects attention to detail, the use of really good product, and most importantly pride in their Argentinian culture and it's food. If you enjoy empanadas or are curious about them, I encourage you to try those offered by La Puna for all the reasons I've outlined here. One final note, the women who own and run the truck are very nice people whose passion for what they do is evident in every bite of their food. !!!

This place is amazing! I went to cervesa's de Pueblo while La Puna was having their grand opening…read morethere, and wow it did not disappoint! I ate every type of empanada and was absolutely impressed with how they came out! Their deserts were the perfect cherry on top as well! I highly recommend everyone checking them out to get a little slice of Argentina! 11/10

The service as great the workers are really friendly and helpful…read more Shoutout to shelynn for helping us

The food here is always good at an affordable price. I love the candied bacon and my wife always…read moregets the Cilantro Salad. The servers are also very friendly and efficient, Shaylynn helped us out this last time and was amazing. My wife is still waiting for the Veggie Sandwich that they had here before COVID but would definitely recommend if you're in the area.

This was my first time coming to this particular empanada restaurant and my boyfriend is super…read morepicky and loves this place so I knew it would be delicious! Only thing that was kind of frustrating was we went to the one by the mall, but there was no parking inside so we left and came to this one only to find out it closed in 10 minutes! Lol Needless to say, I like how those do a branding of the empanada stamp on the front of each empanada so you can tell which one is which. Very clever and makes great pictures! Lol The guava and cheese empanada I had was delicious, but I didn't taste any cheese per se, unless it was mixed in with the guava itself. It was delicious and tasted like fresh guava nothing from a can or a job. I can't wait to come back here in the morning and try other empanadas.

Angel excellent customer service. I thought he was the manager, honestly he fits the position…read more Two thumbs up for him‼