After eating lunch yesterday this neighborhood gem was across the street. I wanted something to…read moretake home and eat for a snack later. I'm a stickler for beef so I bought their types of beef they have and went for a fruit one, their pear and a ham and cheese. That one would be great for breakfast but I ate it when I returned home as I couldn't wait.

I've been going to Maria Empanada at least 5 years now. I never realized that there were 4 other…read moreones, and they're all 4+ Stars. The Empanadas are excellent, and the staff can tell them apart by the script on them. I have no idea what it could be... They usually do 2 Empanadas that are new and about a dozen others. Last time it was a Sweet BBQ Beef & an Italiano. This time it's an excellent Miso Steak & a Corn & Mexican Cheese one. Every Empanadas I've had from there for 5 years, has been just like the ones before. So you'll never have to worry about consistency. And since I saw that there's 5 total & they all have excellent reviews, proves my point even better. The ambience is really homie for an empanada place. They have a big espresso machine, outdoor seating and indoor seating. Inside is maybe 3 separate rooms with a TV viewable from every room!

the mango, pineapple agua fesca was sooo damn good…read more my partner stayed in manitou springs for a night and this the perfect dinner option. everything is GLUTEN FREE. pupusas are delicious! coming back again

Monse's Pupuseria offers El Salvador's national dish - pupusas…read more This place is located on Old Colorado Street and has plenty of street parking around it. This restaurant has vibrant decor with both outdoor and indoor seating, but it filled up really quickly by noon on a weekend. Pupusas are thick, flatbreads made from cornmeal, which are stuffed with a choice of filling and come with a choice of sides. The portions were HUGE!! I ordered the Avalanche pupusa, which had cheese on the inside with pickled onions and queso on top (hence the avalanche!), with a side of yucca fries. The pupusa was pretty damn delicious and filling, while the fries were well-seasoned. They were a little dense, but delicious nonetheless. My partner ordered the chicken and cheese pupusas with salsa and pico de gallo, along with yucca fries, and they were good too. The staff and the service are quite good. They also have a variety of vegan and meat-free options, while pupusas are usually gluten-free! Monse's Pupuseria is a must-visit!

This place is the real deal for Venezuelan food. I had the $16.50 lunch combo special which…read moreincluded a carnitas empanada, three cheese sticks /tequeños appetizers and a beverage. The empanada was huge--one was plenty for me. A friend ordered two and could only finish one! We also shared the Yucca Root with cheese and fresh avocado appetizer. Everything was simply made and very delicious, especially with one or more of the sauces provided in plastic bottles for the table. The service was prompt and friendly. The ambience is strictly plain, but the outdoor tables with umbrellas would be great on a nice warm day. I'll be back!

Coming from Miami, I was craving a good, casual, greasy empanada and I found exactly what I was…read morelooking for! Their flavors, service, vibes, and sauces are all very good! I have enjoyed their breakfast and lunch options and typically dine in to enjoy all of the sauces with each and every bite! I highly recommend Empanada Express Grill to anyone!