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Pop Empanada

4.6 (80 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Strawberry Rhubarb Tartlet
Eric S.

If you know, you know... but if you don't, make it a priority to find out. That Supper Club is something special. What Tommy Greco, Chef Nicolas Pescatore, and their team are putting together here goes well beyond a typical night out. It feels curated, intentional, and genuinely exciting from start to finish. From the moment we sat down, the energy was right. The service was dialed in without being overbearing, and every course felt like it had a purpose. The tasting menu that night was a full experience, layered with creativity and bold flavor combinations that somehow all worked effortlessly. We started with a Snack Trio that set the tone immediately. Grilled mahi mahi with Aleppo pepper and charred lemon delivered bright, smoky notes. A rich foie gras with rhubarb jam on toasted milk bread struck the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The prawn toast on brioche with sesame, miso, and panko brought crunch and depth in every bite. The red snapper ceviche followed, incredibly fresh and vibrant, with yuzu lime, serrano, and green strawberry adding a unique twist that elevated the entire dish. Then came a stretch of courses that really showed off the kitchen's range. The tender greens with mortadella yakitori brought unexpected flavors together seamlessly. The caramelized onion casoncello with a light spicy vodka sauce, mascarpone, and prosciutto was rich yet balanced. The ramp lasagna bianco with white bolognese and béchamel was pure comfort, elevated to another level. For dessert, the strawberry rhubarb tartlet closed things out beautifully. Amaretto custard, toasted meringue, dark chocolate shell, olive oil, and sea salt created the perfect sweet finish without feeling heavy. We also added a couple of extras that were absolutely worth it. The East Coast oysters with lacto fermented melon mignonette were incredibly fresh and bright, and the 40 day dry aged filet mignon with house made NamJim Kosho was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. Bottom line, this is not just dinner, it is an experience. The creativity, execution, and hospitality are all on point. We will definitely be back very soon because there is still so much more we want to explore and experience here. What makes it even more impressive is how they transform a humble empanada shop into such a refined and decadent dining experience. The ambiance was just right, intimate, elevated, and perfectly suited for a night like this.

Pasta
Gerald N.

Review for Supper Club. Amazing time at night. BYOB. Owner led the night and was very friendly. It was a family atmosphere. The dishes came out in a timely manner and you won't go home hungry. There were a few add-ons that are optional. The dishes varied from oysters to small bites to veggies to fish and pasta. I'll let the pictures speak for themselves. They have a rotating seasonal menu and I will definitely be back!

2 Cheese Empanada ! There were soaked in fryer oil and not cooked
Chris D.

Picked up empanadas as I was driving home I saw the bags drenched in oil I opened the bag and it was a mess all over my car so I called the restaurant and asked to speak to a manager or owner they took my number and nobody called so I called the next day and still never got a call back ! I never would have put a review like this but the establishment must not care about customer service! So I said why should I ! All I wanted was a call back to at least say sorry or apologize for the inconvenience but nothing!

Inside, some tables
Mike E.

Pop is located in central Park Ridge and there's usually street parking available, especially during the day. The inside is cute, nicely decorated and has enough tables if you'd like to sit down. Bathrooms are also available and the place overall looks clean. The girl at the counter was really on her game, taking orders, filling bags and sending customers on their way. I saw her correct a couple errors from the back while waiting for my own order. I tried the chicken empanada and the BBQ beef brisket empanada. Both are good, tasty and adequately filled. My son and I just weren't wow'd. I've heard a lot about this place and even how the empanadas are supposed to be big. They're standard size as we always get at Noches and the Noches ones are half the price of these. So we weren't impressed enough to return. Yes, they taste good, but seen a bit overpriced. It's otherwise a cute place and they seem to have dinner offerings, which I've never tried. There was a seasonal menu on the counter, different from the standard menu.

Concetta D.

Empanada shop by day, pasta supper club by night! I found out about this place after visiting a local farmers market and they mentioned they hosted a supper club on Thursdays and Saturdays. If you're a foodie it's a MUST GO! It is a 6 course meal with the most unique and delicious experience you will ever have. The meal changes weekly and it's clear the chef knows what he's doing. On top of that the service is spectacular. The owner and his wife make you feel so welcomed and attentive throughout the whole experience. Of course you can never go wrong with BYOB! There is an empanada apart of every supper club menu and it's always amazing, so if that is any indication to what they are serving up daily you need to check this place out!

Sour dough with kimchi butter. Awesome!
Cindy Y.

Amazing! Pop Empanada serves some awesome empanadas during the day. But the little place turns into a by reservation only secret spot with a tasting of gourmet dishes. Love the experience, dinner, and the service. Excellent!

Pop salad, beyond bland.
Lisette R.

I tried this restaurant for the first time. The young lady at the register was very nice and the pop-culture references on the wall were cute. I tried the beef empanada and the pop salad. The empanada was really tasty, just be careful, it's juicy! I'd order that again. The pop salad, on the other hand, was beyond mediocre with close to no flavor. It was just romaine lettuce with a mild-tasting white cheese and little pieces of mango. It had an avocado dressing but, that's where they messed up (in my opinion) because it was watery and tasted like avocado, vinegar, and olive oil. Needs...garlic, or onion, or at least scallions. They were out of strawberries, which also goes in this salad, but I doubt they would have made a big difference. I wouldn't order that again.

Chocolate Truffles, Hazelnuts, Agave Whipped Cream, Coco
Greg D.

Pop Empanada turns into a Pasta Supper Club 2-3 nights a week and it is one of the best kept secrets in NJ! This 6 course tasting menu not only showcases Chef Nick's mad pasta skills, but also his ability to create elegant dishes that will satisfy your palate and awaken your senses! All this for only $75 is a steal, so be sure to make your reservation ASAP since they tend to sell out! We're still dreaming about this meal and wishing it never ended! Thank you to Chef Nick, Tommy, and the team at That Pasta Club for an unforgettable evening! Check out our full visit here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1514pYMNbY/?igsh=MmZhOXNmbmQwend0

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David K.

I don't think you can ask for more for $85 as of Dec 2024. I even worry if it's sustainable. Just get it when you can.

Great tasting Chicken Empanada!
Edward K.

I was heading to the local tailor and noticed Pop Empanada when I was parking. After finishing at the tailor, I took my daughter in to try some empanadas. The restaurant is bright, the decor is trendy, and the woman working at the counter was pleasant. It was an early lunch, so I stayed disciplined on my order size. We ordered a chicken empanada each and sat down at a nice table. A few moments later, the piping hot empanadas landed with their side salsas. Perfect crispy exterior and a flavorful filling that was nicely set off by the salsa. 33% of the way into my empanada, I was regretting that I hadn't ordered more. I'll be back for some of the other creative empanadas and menu items.

scallop crudo with coconut milk, kaffir lime oil, and finger lime

We enjoyed some excellent takeout from Pop Empanada, including an excellent Cubano sandwich with 12-Hour smoked tender pork shoulder, with premium Spanish Ham, Swiss Cheese, Pickles and Mustard; a fantastic cheesesteak sandwich with 11oz Angus beef, Grilled onions, Galbani Provolone Cheese, Garlic butter toasted bread, Ken's Original Mayo; a delicious spicy Buffalo chicken empanada and a BBQ beef brisket empanada. The empanadas had a nice crispy flaky crust. We still have a half sandwich and empanada each for leftovers. It was worth the long trip!

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Amazing empanadas, love the Cuban sandwich, best I've ever had. Highly recommend a visit to this hidden gem!!

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Pop pasta club is amazing. Definitely recommend. Different menu each time!!!! Totally recommend

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The owner is very nice! The food was great and a fun interior! Buffalo chicken empanada was delish

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Their Empanadas are made with fresh ingredients and taste fantastic. I had two different ones and look forward to trying the others.

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Empanadas are awesome, crispy with flavorful fillings. The Cuban is amazing will be back.

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DELICIOUS. Steak sandwich is a must. Empanadas are large and filled with flavor. Ambiance very cute.

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really nice surprise. stopped for a snack. the party was excellent the I'll Ing's we're very flavorful!

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Great Empanadas specials of the day are delicious. Very friendly service and atmosphere. I Highly recommend pop infanada

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Not your average empanada. it's a full meal! Flavorful, filling, and beyond tasty. Definitely worth it!

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Great food, lady behind the counter was funny and sweet :) thank you for opening up in park ridge !!

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This was our first time at the restaurant, we around 5pm on a Saturday and had our choice of seats,…read morewe sat in outside in their outdoor patio. The ambiance was nice, it was clean and some delightful plants adorned the outdoor space. We ordered the Aegean Salad, the Calamari appetizer and the whole fish/branzino as a shared main. The restaurant includes olives and grilled pita and it's served warm. The combo of the salad and the pita was really nice, the salad ingredients were fresh and lovely. The Calamari was equally as fresh and the oils and seasoning were pretty much perfect and again eating it with the pita was a real treat. The grilled branzino was cooked perfectly and simply put one of the best pieces of fishes i've had. The fish came with a side of stewed veggies that were absolutely delicious and honestly the veggies alone are worth a return trip. i can easily see why the reviews are so positive for Aegean Estiatorio, it was truly an excellent meal, especially at a time where prices are so high and one is forced to question the value, this restaurant is really an exception. Lastly, the service was also spot on, we were well cared and treated with professionalism.

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Well, honestly I had no idea that this little sandwich spot had gone viral! I go to Verona Park to…read morewalk usually after PT and I decided I would grab some lunch beforehand and I just put into Yelp "lunch" and "Verona, NJ" and voila, this was the first place that popped up so I was like OK let's check it out! I had zero knowledge about which sandwich to get or how great this place was gonna be and apparently how viral it's gone! Everything about this experience was fantastic minus the girl behind the counter who was a bit tired and grumpy. I'll let it pass but she was a bit rude and short which I didn't really enjoy. :( I ordered the chicken Caesar salad sandwich and let me tell you I had no idea how magnificently huge it was going to be but damn that is one tasty sandwich! Yum yum! I showed a picture of it to my girlfriend later and she said you better bring me one next time! That looks yummy! And it WAS!!!! Sorry, I almost forgot the semolina bread was absolutely delicious perfectly crunchy and soft where it mattered! I met Staci she was so warm & lovely and one of her regulars who lives across the street; he seemed very happy! Let's just say it lives up to the hype and it's a pretty damn delicious sandwich! I'd give it five stars for sure! Work on that Customer service with your counter people, just saying... the counter girl gave me attitude and I didn't appreciate it!

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3.6(79 reviews)
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Came to Four Leaves for a GNO and I found it through Yelp! The pics of the place really drew me in…read more-- I wasn't expecting such a fancy place in Park Ridge. The food itself was fine - I wasn't amazed by it but I still left satisfied. We ordered a bunch of things including the Fig and Pig and Burrata Margherita Floatbreads. The Fig and Pig were my fave due to the prosciutto and fig jam. Also tried the Crispy Calamari and the Prosciutto Onion rings. We split cheesecake for dessert -- I was SO disappointed because I wanted to try the Banana Pudding they have listed on their website but they said it's no longer a menu item. Oh well. Service was attentive and pretty quick! I'd come back here for drinks and the vibe.

With eagerness, and some enthusiasm, I was invited to a function of work to Four Leaves on the…read morelegendary Kinderkamack rd. I had driven by once or twice and was contemplating entering the establishment myself; however, I have a keen sense for these types of locals and I felt I had to wait for an invite as such I eventually received. I was correct in my estimation, as my final determination of this spot... of which I'll get to... is that I'd walk (not run) back and would be willing to give it another guy for another event. The ambiance is quite remarkable for a Pub Flex+ type of joint. Double jointed with two floors, flexed into a bar upon entry, booths and high tables throughout... this place is quite bright and cheery. It feels like it can fit an entire hall until it actually had to... in which such a large space felt like it had been cranked by an f and cuddled a family of orphan dogs. For a gastropub the menu was short, yet sweet. I could've probably ordered anything on the menu and felt like I got an above average meal. I got the 4 leaves burger which was indeed a very above average burger accompanied by above average fries. Their duty was dutiful but did not have me barging over barrels for more. Nor did it for others, although everyone seemed to enjoy their meals in a bright and professional environment. As for lunch or dinner? I'd only come back again for work. But I've got a hinker, or maybe a tinker, that brunch in here would be quite nice. The day will come when I try it and I hope to be able to bring back better news than above average. LB usually doesn't do above average... as you know. But sometimes I like to make the unsung swan feel like a bell of a ball. What a guy. Four leaves. No regret, another notch on the belt, but no love.

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4.4(98 reviews)
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Been here a few times, but it had been awhile and I honestly forgot how crazy their sandwich…read moreselection is. So many different options and everything sounds good. Finally made my way back and it definitely lived up to the memory. The sandwiches are packed, flavorful, and actually worth the hype. One of those spots where it's hard to decide what to order because the menu has so many good choices. Definitely a solid sandwich spot to keep in rotation.

Last Sunday, I ordered the Aristocrat breakfast sandwich online after deciding to give this place…read moreanother try. I had enjoyed their sandwiches in the past, especially the One Upper, so I was looking forward to it. Unfortunately, about two and a half hours after eating the sandwich, I became sick and vomited multiple times. The Aristocrat breakfast sandwich was the only thing I had eaten that day, and I believe it was what made me sick. The following day, I was dealing with significant stomach pain from vomiting so much. My mom called the restaurant and spoke with Marisa, who apologized and offered me a free sandwich. While I appreciated the apology, a free sandwich didn't make up for how sick I became. During the conversation, Marisa suggested that the issue may have been unrelated to the food. Given that the sandwich was the only thing I had eaten that day and I don't have any known food allergies, I felt my concerns were not fully addressed. It's disappointing because I expected the same quality I remembered, but this experience was the complete opposite. It will be a while before I feel comfortable returning.

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