Obviously I come for the empanadas but I say for the hospitality and vibe. Every time, I've been delighted to be in McKenna's section, a lovely server with gorgeous hair (I hope she sees this!) it's a big menu and she is so kind and patient every time. She's great at explaining the food and pairing obviously a good ol red. It's become a go to spot for our date nights and i love to come just snag a seat at the bar and soak in the flavors and the vibe. Thank you McKenna!! read more

WOW!!! I can't begin to rave enough about how wonderful every aspect of our experience with Malbec was! When ordering, Carlos couldn't have been more charming and patient, and was very helpful in steering us towards a delicious empenada choice. The food was prepared promptly and the contact-less curbside pickup was extremely simple and COVID-conscious. Food was beautifully packaged with care... loved the plastic wrap around the containers to stop any spillage. What a wonderful array of aromas that filled my car on the drive home! And these smells were just a foreshadowing of what was to come! Each dish had it's own unique, delicious flavour that made us moan with every bite! From the perfectly cooked empenadas (the recommended spinach and cheese one was accurately exceptional!), to the luxurious sorrentinos in pink sauce to the gnocchi made with heavenly truffle oil and finally the decadent chocolate mousse that perfectly capped everything off... this meal was truly a magical experience! Thank you for everything! We can't wait to try all your other tempting menu items! read more

Delicious food, great service! Can't wait to go back! We had the skirt stake! And the arugula salad, and one of the pasta dishes! Oh and the spinach and chicken empanadas were yummmmmy!!! read more

Malbec Market makes the empanadas of my dreams and I'm so happy that my friend introduced me to this authentic Argentine restaurant. We drank glasses of their homemade sangria and probably cleaned out their empanada stash. The beef, spicy shredded beef and chicken empanadas were all equally delicious. I wish that I could give you a more detailed review and suggestions as to what you should try, but we gorged only on empanadas and sangria. The customer service was not as friendly or helpful as I would've liked, but I still enjoyed the food and company that I was with. Sadly, it takes me over an hour to drive, without traffic, to Melbec Market. I would love to have their empanadas readily available to me, but I will make the effort to pick up and then consume multiple boxes of their delicious goods. read more

Again I have Yelpers to thank for this find... bored with everything last night, I got hit with a case of the "I need to try something new..." and seeing the other reviews you all posted, I jumped in my car and tried this place out. Maybe it's a four, maybe it's four plus, maybe it's a five... but I'll certainly be back with a smile on my face. Parking was so easy, the two behind the counter were very helpful and friendly, set up simple counter ordering, prices seemed reasonable, and what we all want to know about... the food... The steak sandwich was delicious, I highly recommend... and the empanadas, while small, were quite tasty too, I believe I had spinach & cheese and creamy corn... The desert I shared with my girlfriend who only came for the ride, and we both thought that the desert itself was worth the drive. read more

Malbec Market - What I had and prices. - Argentine Near Me - Eagle Rock, California

Food was delicious, very flavorful. Good quantity of food with order. Amazing staff! Bangin!

Outdoor dining done perfectly. The street poles are Parisian and they even have heating. The argentine steak sandwich and chimchurri with baguette are a frequent splurge when dining in or taking out. There's little better to eat in heaven or earth. Ten stars. Waiting staff as attentive as a steak house several multiples its price. Really, just have dinner here. read more

I really wanted to try their Beef Top Sirloin Sandwich as the pictures posted online are mouthwatering delicious. However, upon arrival, I decided to try their empanadas instead. I had their beef and chicken empanadas. I think their beef empanada is decent dipped in their chimichurri sauce. I liked the fact that it was nice and piping warm. The chicken empanada was average. There are two large communal tables in the "market," but really, this place is more of a to-go place. I also ordered a side of pasta salad, but honestly, I should have gotten it to go because they weigh the salad. They put it in a heavy bowl instead of a to go container, so essentially, I got charged a lot more because I decided to eat there. (Unfair) Hint: If you are getting salad by the pound, insist on getting a to-go box. Parking is actually directly behind the hardware store. You wouldn't really know this unless you knew first hand. The person behind the counter said that you can park behind the hardware store if you are patronizing Malbec Market. Allow yourself some time to order and receive your food as your food may take some time to prepare. read more

Love this little neighborhood market! I always support shopping small and this place gives great Argentinian deli meats and I especially love their empanadas! There's a few tables inside if you want to dine there! They have a few authentic grocery items that are true to Argentinean cuisine e.g. dulce de leche, alfajores, Yerba matte, etc. come check it out. read more

I ordered a big platter to bring home for dinner & waited about 1/2 hour, only to be told "sorry, we gave your order to someone else on accident, it's going to be another 25 minutes." Really disappointed, because I've heard & read nothing but great things about this place. read more

We were a party of 5 for lunch and all of us enjoyed our food - nice presentation, right portions, and everything tasty as well. Servers were nice too. read more

I'm an Eagle Rock native. My family moved here when I was 2 and I've grown up in the neighborhood. And I have NEVER been to Malbec until today. Wow, this place is incredible! I got the breaded fried steak (forgot the menu dish name) and it's the best food I've had in months. The food came out quick, our server was kind and helpful. The food is a bit pricey, especially with the add-ons, but it's worth it. Come give Malbec a try! read more

This place is great. I've only been here twice but both times had the Beef Top Sirloin Sandwich and the empanadas. Great addition to Eagle Rock! Looking forward to ordering something new next time but it's hard to not get the Beef Sandwich! They also sell some Argentinian products like Beef, sausages, and morcilla so you can take home and grill yourself. The raw beef is a bit expensive but it looks very good to BBQ. I have bought the sausages and the empanadas. Good quality and good times for the weekend BBQ - it's hard to find this type of stuff in LA. read more

Malbec Market - The best. Beef Sandwich. Get some. - Argentine Near Me - Eagle Rock, California

Ordered to-go one night to try it out. We had the hongos provenzal, sorrentinos, lenguado a la mediterrenea, and flan. Everything was amazing - the hongos provenzal was savory and light as an app - loved all the different types of mushrooms; sorrentinos was a rich slightly smoky pasta dish with a creamy sauce, the fish was fresh and veggies were perfectly cooked. The flan was delightful as well, very smooth and creamy. All around great, and really good serving sizes too - very generous. Will definitely be coming back to try empanadas and sandwiches. read more

Came here because my friends have all different dietary requests and some require outdoor seating only. While I can't say my first choice is to sit outside on a main street, it was pleasant. What piqued my interest about Malbec Market was the fact that you can order a salad and pick your ingredients. Well, I found something I liked that was on the menu without having to be so creative--the Rucula with skirt steak. Delicious and satisfying. Our meal started with a complimentary sliced baguette with chimichurry sauce. The baguette alone was delicious but the chimichurri sauce topped it! I wish I had had the presence of mind to take a picture but I was really hungry. We then shared the Rabas--fried calamari. Again, wish I took a picture but suffice to say, it was delicious. It was lightly breaded, crispy and tender. And, the 2 accompanying dipping sauces were a nice accent. I tried my husband's Napolitano chicken sandwich. I could smell the wonderful marinara before I even took a bite. Again, the breading was light and the cutlet was cooked properly. Everyone enjoyed their meals with one exception but it wasn't the fault of the restaurant. One person ordered pizza. The crust was heaver than a "typical" pizza and had a lot of cheese. These are 2 things I wouldn't have been complaining about, LOL! I had an Iced Americano to go with my food. Their espressos are very good! Service was friendly and attentive without trying to oversell. Will definitely come back! read more

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Just as good as Malbec Toluca Lake, my normal restaurant. Got tired of my own cooking, and decided to order ribeye and salad to break up my quarantine. Food arrived from Eagle Rock to North Hollywood cold, but in record time, so I couldn't blame the restaurant , just the distance. Still, the ribeye was amazing and the fresh salad was good. Quality during a quarantine? Yep! And delivery guy had protective gear on, which was great. Eat here! read more

The owner sent me a message the same day explaining they were having power issues the day we came and apologized for the inconvenience. I really appreciated him reaching out and regret my earlier review. 4 stars for reaching out and apologizing so quickly. I will try to be back for the food and update my review again then. read more

Malbec Market - We came on a Sunday around 3 pm and they're closed. (Update: the owner explained they had power issues and had trouble opening that day) - Argentine Near Me - Eagle Rock, California

Decent food, but slightly overpriced. Paid over $120 for three meals that didn't live up to the bill. Been here a couple times, so a 3 star rating seems appropriate per each experience. read more

The food here is great. I took my family there and we ordered a whole bunch of different stuff and shared. The meat was fresh and very tasty. The staff was super nice and they were very attentive. We ate al fresco. The vibe at this restaurant is very nice and welcoming. We will definitely be going back soon. read more

Long overdue review for one of our favorite salad and sandwich shop in area. Highly recommend getting the mozzarella cheese pepper cold sandwich on ciabatta. Staff friendly and lots of outdoor seating in front. read more

This place fills a need for me. Pleasant, quiet, good food, good service. I put my order in online for my picnic dinner at an outdoor concert and it was ready for pickup at the time I requested. Delicious, nicely packed, what more can I say? I ate inside and it was also very good. I hope to go here many more times. read more

Amazing market. Everything from seared ahi tuna to 21 day aged steaks. I got a steak sandwich and it was amazing. Great people too. Well damn... The creme brulee is awesome!!!! read more

Malbec Market - Awesome creme brulee - Argentine Near Me - Eagle Rock, California

My review is really about coming here while I am on my diet. I'm not eating breads or pastas and no cheese. Having said that, this place has some very delicious looking pastries that I will be visiting when this diet is over. Enough about dessert, I got the salad. They have an order card at the counter where you pick you lettuce, vegetables, meats, etc. I got salmon, which was not a large portion for the up-charge, but not a bad portion. The rest of the salad was generous. I also ordered a chorizo, because I wanted to try that as well. It was a great salad and I am glad to have another low/no carb option for lunch. Somebody please try the pastries and tell me how they are!! read more

Reliably good food. Little more casual and less crowded than restaurant. Reasonable prices.

I love Malbec Steakhouse in Pasadena and decided to try this place on my way home from work. I had the top sirloin sandwich and the creamy corn empanadas. Everything was fantastic. The sirloin with the pesto ailoi, Gorgonzola, arugula, caramelized onions and the ciabatta bread is a nearly perfect combination. The creamy corn empanadas with their house made chimichuri are excellent. read more

I bet that once this place gets the ok to serve wine in a couple of months, this will be an even more popular local hot spot! A nice glass of Malbec with their beef sirloin would be so perfect! The beef top sirloin is fantastic! The chorizo sandwich was just ok. Prepare to pull the entire link out of the sandwich when you bite down. For an additional $2.50 you can get a side salad, although both salads we had were subpar. Pesto pasta salad tasted off and both lacked serious flavor. More basil! More garlic! More seasoning! Otherwise, this market is a welcome addition to a fast-growing, up and coming neighborhood. Can't wait to try the other items on the menu. read more

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This is probably my favorite Argentinean restaurant in town! Beef top sirloin sandwich - Lean steak that was soft and flavorful. Each bite was to die for. Great sauce! Spicy beef empanada - My fave!!!!! Must try! Trust me!!! Not gonna spoil it by telling you. Cream corn empanada - Yummy chewy outside, creamy corn inside. Will try the spinach and cheese next time. Dulce de leche cookies - Soft cookie sandwich with a light caramel inside. The shredded coconut added a great touch. Great with a cup of coffee or latte. Customer service - Very welcoming and helpful for newbies. Overall - Will be back soon! read more

I enjoy Malbec a lot. I've had their beef as well as their chicken sandwiches, arugula salad, empanadas, rack of lamb, soups, etc. Their fis is excellent and plentiful. Service, even take out is excellent. One of my favorite places. read more

The empanadas are some of the best I've ever had here in California, if not the best I've had. I Didn't expect them to be this good. Great place to go with a small or large group. They have great food! Took the wife and I by surprise. Well worth it! read more

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We found this restaurant on Yelp while visiting Occidental College. What a gem!! The food and service were fantastic! If you find yourself in Eagle Rock, you should treat yourself at this restaurant! read more

The Malbec Market has several things going for it at the onset. First the name, Malbec. I love Malbec Wine. It has an interesting history. In a nutshell it is a French (isn't most wine?) varietal that has a hard time growing in France though it thrives in Argentina specifically in the Mendoza region. I was with a friend from NYC recently checking out the scene in Eagle Rock and we happened upon the MM and decided that an Empanada or two or three sounded like a great idea. I had heard mostly good things about the MM from friends and Yelpers so we checked it out. The MM serves and sells a lot more (PIzza, Sammies, packaged goods) than empies but empies is what we were after this particular day. Superior Empanadas depend on a couple of things: the exterior dough and of course, the filling. The Malbec Market has a whole slew of flavors but we were only interested in the Spinach this day. So were ordered a dozen Spinach/cheese and brought them back to my pad, opened a bottle of (of course) Malbec and checked the Malbec Market's version of this very Argentinian stuffed dough product. Well: first of all the dough was very excellent: slightly sweet, slightly salty, not too doughy, cooked just right. The Spinach filling was garlicky, oniony, cheesey from feta or some other very savory cheese. More importantly there was plenty of filling. Also: the price for a dozen at $2.17 each is a bargain. The service was friendly and personable. Next time i want to experience the Malbec Market a bit more internally as in doing one of their Malbec tastings and also ordering one of their well reviewed Pizzas. But if the Spinach Empanadas are any indication, i have a treasure trove of good stuff to experience soon at the MM. read more

Malbec Market - simple exterior, primo food awaits within - Argentine Near Me - Eagle Rock, California

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I just ordered food from this restaurant to be delivered. Everything was amazing! It's well seasoned and absolutely delicious! Can't recommend it enough! read more

I'll start by saying it's a friendly place - the staff are very, very nice. Some items are better than others but aside from home-made soups and the wine nothing really stands out remarkably to me. Everything's okay. Of course being Argentinian, the restaurant is very meat-centric and those dishes might be your best choices but there are some vegetarian options as well. What does stand out are the prices because they're high for what you get. Empanadas: $9 for 2 small ones! Really?! Soup: $9 for a very shallow bowl and does not come with bread. All of the salads and sides seem overpriced. As for the "Make your own Salad" (lunch item): Menus states 11.95 for the greens and six ingredients which seems good. However, if you decide to add a protein those are not included in the "6 ingredients" and can cost you from $5 to $8 extra depending on your choice. The 6 ingredient choices include things like onions, olives, nuts, cheese, radish, sunflower seeds, etc. - typical of a salad bar, but it's not really a salad bar because the server makes up the salad for you from your choices. It doesn't come out that big and it ended up costing me $18. after adding protein. Not too expensive, but not very big and a bit misleading. Entrees can be hit or miss (inconsistent) but they aren't too pricey for dinner. I think the best bang for your buck are the sandwiches - good-sized, on good bread and come with side salad or fries. Try them with the Malbec!! Solid 3 stars!! read more

Great service, pleasant team, delicious food. Really enjoyed the octopus. Happily caters to a solo patron. read more

Went here for my mom's birthday celebration. We were a party of 6 and made reservations. They sat us outside in the tent area. The setup was very nice. Unfortunately, they brought out my brother's steak well done and he had ordered it at medium temperature. They apologized and took it back. It came out after everyone had finished their meals. I understand things like this happen but I expected more considering they are in the steak business. Overall the food was good and the service was just ok. The ladies bathroom was horrible. One of the toilets was clogged up (you can use your imagination) The other stall had zero toilet paper. I ran to tell the first person I saw as this is not sanitary and again not what I expected from this restaurant. I don't know if it was just our bad luck but I won't be going back there again. read more

Found this place after spending a day at the Arboretum great find! sat outside and had drinks, steak and dessert my friend fell in love with Sangria and gazchapo i had wine and steak yum only miss was the brussel sprouts way too salty if in area def go ! read more

Everything here is good but I especially love their homemade pasta with marinara sauce (or make your own pasta combos). It reminds me of Rome. My favorite dessert is the Flan de Caramelo. Love this place. It is definitely my guilty pleasure! read more

Always a great experience! From the friendly staff to the delicious food, can never go wrong making a visit here. I had placed an order through yelp (grub hub), arrived for pick up to find someone had mistakenly grabbed my food. The staff made me comfortable, poured me a complimentary beer while I waited for them to prepared my order. Can't recommend this place enough. read more

Wonderful homemade fresh food, fresh ingredients!!! Had the pasta bolganaise and the spinach salad and the vegetarian sandwich- all were great. read more

I came in for a few quick empanadas. I paid cash at the counter "Your total comes to $12.01, your change is $7.99." Grrr. The empanadas were really tasty. Let's try this again.... read more