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    Pampas Cafe

    4.4 (661 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Blackberry matcha latte
    Ruth O.

    The service was friendly. Parking was relatively easy. The matcha blackberry latte was good but did not even taste at all like blackberry--nor did it have any evidence of blackberry having been added. I was really disappointed about that. Also while we were there, an employee was stamping boxes at a table right next to us. It was loud smacking noises that made it hard to converse with each other. I wish the employee would do that in the back or behind the counter. Waffled between three and four stars because there wasn't anything wrong with Pampas and I like to support local. But ultimately the loud smacking noises for the whole time and the fact that I didn't get what was advertised pushed me towards three.

    Jo Ann D.

    I love Pampas cafe, I almost always come here after running errands at TJd next door. Parking isn't easy but isn't impossible in the parking lot. I love the decor inside--it's cozy, warm, and a little artsy. Kinda like stepping into your very stylish granny's home. They have framed pieces on the wall which look like they could be for sale. One time there was a pianist here! But when he's not they play fun music like SWV. Now for the food, there empanadas pretty much run for 5bucks a piece. I feel like they're a little on the smaller side but theyre so good. They have a lot of options and a lot of them are vegetarians. My fave is it chorizo! The dough is nice and crispy. It's a little on the salty side but I like that lol--it would honestly go great with a beer which they serve btw!! I usually get the iced teas which are refreshing. Today they had a seasonal blackberry sweet tea that was really yummy. I really liked how they have a community board up with several flyers. It's a great way to engage/support the neighborhood. They also had a little bookshelf for free books and a few games to play to enjoy while you're at Pampas. I really encourage you to support this small business! They're always really sweet and I see them working really hard making all the empanadas.

    Empanadas of various, scrumptious flavors
    Regina L.

    What a surprise find today when my mom and I needed to go to Trader Joe's and saw an empanada business next door that caught our eye! We tried Pampas Cafe's chicken, beef, and breakfast ham and cheese empanadas and my mom raved about their crust and how filled their empanadas are! I hadn't eaten breakfast yet, so the breakfast empanada was perfect to satisfy my morning hunger. The ambiance and decor gave such a cozy and welcoming feel. What a social media photo taking and posting worthy environment! This is worth our drive from out of town to return and try more of their empanadas next time!

    Lattes, one chicken and one Beef Empanadas
    Victoria R.

    Coffee was top notch!!! You can tell they use high quality beans. The empanadas were great too! Get the beef empanada

    Breakfast and ham and cheese empanadas
    Mari R.

    Nestled right next to Trader Joe's is where you can find pampas cafe. There are signs right outside the door, so it's not hard to miss. As soon as my hubby and I walked in, we were greeted with smiles. There were patrons enjoying their food and huge signs on the top indicating the menu and mobile order pickups. I only came for the empanadas because I stopped somewhere else for iced coffee. I did see they had a cardamom latte on the menu and I'm kinda bummed I didn't try it. Guess that means I have to come back. What we tried 1. Breakfast empanada - 10/10 yummy scrambled egg, bacon and cheese all wrapped up in a lovely, and crispy empanada dough. 2. Chorizo empanada - 9/10 this was more of an Italian sausage rather than a spicy chorizo or longaniza type sausage. Still really good though! 3. Ham and cheese empanada - 10/10 chunks of ham (tasted smoked but unsure) smothered in what I assume is Monterey Jack cheese. This was my fave. The menu included veggie options too, but we opted for meaty filling options. The price is closer to $5 but well worth it because we both got full off 2. Will def come back soon!

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    Jingee M.

    Found this place by chance because It is located right next to a Trader Joe's which I was shopping for groceries. I was greeted by the cashier as I walked inside. Since it was my first time, I asked a couple of questions about the menu and the cashier didn't seem to mind answering my questions and was friendly about it. They have plenty of seating space and the decor is modern. They have a variety of empanadas. I tried their breakfast and chorizo empanadas and they were both delicious. Just sad that they are pretty small for what they cost. If I can request to make them bigger, that would be so worth the price! I would buy again if ever I am around the area.

    Menu as of Dec 2025
    Vivi C.

    This cafe is sort of hidden next to Traders Joe. Nice vibe inside like walking into a family's home with homemade empanadas. Reasonable price for empanadas and coffee. They also offer a few draft beers and cookies. The empanadas dough is on the thicker and crispier side. The stuffing is yummy. Personally I prefer the traditional thin buttery flaky dough for my empanadas.

    Ordering area and empanada case
    Leilani Q.

    All the reviews are correct, parking does suck. Especially on a weekend before Christmas. Was able to find a spot next door, so drive down past TJs near the Papas/church parking lot. Ordering was easy and they had a big selection for empanadas. Humita empanada: good corn flavor, had lots of filling Fugazetta empanada: my favor of the two, very good caramelized onion flavor and cheesiness Cardamom latte: good amount of sweetness and not overly spiced, solid cardamom flavor. Recommend!

    Beef Mushroom
    Calvin C.

    Cute cafe! Big parking lot that's shared with the Trader Joe's. Upon entering, you can order empanadas and coffee at the counter. There is plenty of seating. One of the cozy areas is by the couches. Empanadas were delicious. Great mix of flavors!

    Romelie C.

    pricing is fair, very clean, love the ambiance, nice & polite staff. had a regular coffee & their seasonal blackberry matcha. did not taste the blackberry but it won't stop me coming back especially since they're known for their empanadas

    Mushroom Empanadas
    Patrick L.

    A fun cafe that is next to a Trader Joe's. Pampas has a good variety of empanadas and coffee drinks. The service is fast and friendly even at peak hours.

    4/20/25 Happy Easter. Mushroom empanadas
    Lee D.

    4/20/25 - Happy Easter everyone. Quality/Quantity - In order of my favorite to least favorite: CH - Chorizo, my favorite of the empanadas. Amazing flavor. BF - Beef, tastes like hamburger. SP - Sweet potato, my daughter really liked this! Her favorite. CK - Chicken, my wife's favorite. My daughter and I thought this was dry. M - Mushroom. E - Spinach or eggplant?!?! What does the E stand for? This was not on the menu, see pictures. Is E for eggplant? Anyways, my least favorite. Dessert - Alfajores, dark chocolate covered caramel dessert. Atmosphere - Very small location, most people buy to-go. Well at least during lunch time. Decent size parking lot, but probably due to Easter Sunday, it was crazy busy! We were in and out in less than 5 minutes. We divided and conquered. Professional shoppers. Open 7 days a week from 7:30am to 2:30pm. Service - No greeting to the people in front of us, nor us... Not friendly, but not rude. I guess just did her job. Waited for us to order, took our order, took our $$, and gave us our food to-go. Price - $43, we felt expensive for what we got. And we got a "3 item" discount for buying 6 empanadas, but were overcharged for our 3 Alfajores... But the overall discounts were greater than the over charge. Still unnecessary and confusing. My wife's favorite empanada place is still in South Lake Tahoe, Empanash. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2016.

    Breakfast and chorizo empanadas
    Lucy V.

    First time being here ambiance look all relaxing vibe there is a piano you can ask to play. Staff was friendly answered all my questions. I ordered a cappuccino and it was soo good. I asked to sweeten it up and they did a perfect job!! Was not too sweet. I also ordered a breakfast empanada and chorizo for me. Breakfast was flaky. And warm and delicious. Then next one turn out to be. I believe sweet potatoes was suppose to be my friend one bit accidentally was in my box. So I tried it. I was thinking will be sweet but it was not sweet. It got me by surprised it's was nice a flaky I love it. I would eat it again. I will be coming back to try more empanadas

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    Ask the Community - Pampas Cafe

    Do you deliver in So. Hayward?

    Yes, orders for 50 or more empanadas.

    Is the outdoor area dog friendly?

    No yet, you have large indoor seatings, dogs are welcome.

    Hi Pampas! Wanted to ask--do you have any availability to accommodate an early pickup for a bulk order? I'm thinking to place an order for work, but would need to pickup before 7am.…

    Hi Tiffany, If we can. Please tell me how many and when?. Best. Pablo.

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    Sold out of everything!
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    4/25/25 FYI. Exterior. Outdoor seating.

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