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    The Empanada Spot

    4.8 (444 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Quesobirria empanada - I didn't want the consummate to dip it in, but the dark red salsa is the better one for this flavor!
    Ona R.

    I wanted to try something new but also only get something that wasn't gonna be too heavy on my stomach and it did not disappoint with the quesobirria empanada and the churro cheesecake empanada. Since I dyed in both were brought to the table with the trio of salsa and the red one that's a little chunky was my favorite. A gentleman offered me a bottle of water cause he said this also might be a little hot and that was very kind of him. Both the empanadas came out fresh, hot and we peer deliciousness. The crust on the outside was amazing just like both of the feelings. The quesobirria was delicious and the meat was well seasoned- I will definitely have to make that a frequent stop when I'm in the area either for sweet treat or something savory. It's a nice little establishment with some tables on the inside and some chairs on the outside.

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    Brianna B.

    As an empanada obsesionada this spot had been on my radar for a while, I just never got around to actually stopping by. It was recomended by many and I understand it now because I am now telling you to go and try it for yourself. The highlight of the show for me was rhe Rajas con Queso & Corn! O.M.G The bean and cheese was good and the dessert ones were good as well. The churro one was delish! The service was quick, the food came out hot and fresh. We went later in the day so there was ample seating available. The salsas they give you all 10/10. The agua de piña was a 1000/10. Because I participate in Lent I only got to try the non-meat options. Once I am able to, I want to go back and try all their other ones and update my rating to reflect my experience with more of their empanadas. Happy Eating!

    Chicken pot pie-delish!
    C C.

    Amazing empanadas! I had the chicken pot pie. The chicken was tender, the filling was creamy, crust was crispy on the outside and flaky inside. Everything was hot and tasty! Accompanied by 3 salsas, my fav was tomatillos. Great quality for such a tiny spot. Love the artwork.

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    Okayyy... I definitely underestimated how good these empanadas were I ordered 2 quesobirria, 1 chorizo con papa, 1 churro cheese, and 1 Nutella & banana because I wanted to try a little bit of everything. Well... after eating them, I immediately ordered ANOTHER quesobirria and another chorizo con papa. The quesobirria was SO good--juicy, cheesy, flavorful... literally had me going back for seconds before I even finished the first order. The chorizo con papa was also and had so much flavor. And the sweet ones were a nice surprise! The churro cheese was delicious, and the Nutella & banana was perfect if you have a sweet tooth.Basically, I came here planning to "just try it" and left knowing I'll definitely be back. 10/10, highly recommend! Service was great, fast and the staff was bilingual. ( unfortunately I only have 1 photo and that's me eating them )

    Best empanadas I've had, Costilla De Puerco, bean & cheese are my favs & get that Birria Broth to dip them in it's real good
    Andy M.

    Best Empanadas in SD hands down! Chile De Puerco is my fav but don't sleep on the Bean & Cheese especially when you dip it in the Birria broth they have. Birria De Queso also good, the Chicharron one is a hit too, especially with the Nana & Tatas, so bring them they'll love it, they have that old school Mexican flavor the Chicharon, Chile De Puerco & Bean one. They have others that I plan to try & a nice mix & match special if you buy a dozen. The taste to the empanadas is amazing with the breading baked to a perfect crisp & always fresh. The salsas they have are fire! Desserts/sweets they have are good too. It's a cute little shop with a few tables inside & out with a lot of parking. The customer service is very good, friendly, fast & polite. They actually gave me 2 Chile De Puerco by accident instead of one being the bean & cheese one but it was ok I ate it & went up to buy the bean one she nicely said another one? I said oh no you guys mistakenly gave me 2 Puerco ones but it's ok it's my fav so I ate it. She smiled & said, it's ok this one is on us & I'm sorry. Now that's great customer service. Me & the fam plan to come back for sure, they have loyal customers in us. And a tip, they have a great new Coffee Shop next door so you can buy & have some coffee with your amazing Empanadas, see you soon Empanada Spot.

    Michelle P.

    * Fast service * Great service * Tasty food *causal ambiance This is a hidden gem in Chula Vista! I've been here a few times and the empanadas are always fresh and made to order. They also have more options now compared to the last time I visited especially more dessert flavors, which has me excited to come back and try more. Today we tried the rajas con queso, chipotle chicken, are super cheesy and the churro cheesecake (a must-try ). and flavorful! Just a heads up they come out SUPER hot, so be careful on that first bite . The spot is clean and there's plenty of parking. FYI as for napkins! Definitely recommend if you're in the area!

    Hot sauce was amazing
    Eric S.

    Pulled up to this empanada spot with 2 of my homies. These empanadas were crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside the kind where you gotta pause mid-bite and say Ggggyyyaaaaat! We ordered the dozen option (pro tip) so everyone got 4 each, and honestly that's the move. Perfect for sampling without fighting your friends over the last one. They also give you hot salsa/sauces if you eat there. I got the Birria, pot pie, OG and Churro empanada. I love that there are hella options, so no matter your vibe savory, cheesy, sweet you're covered. Everything came out hot, fresh, and cooked right. See ya soon!

    Chicharron empanada
    Jose A.

    The chicharron empanadas was tasty and crunchy even after the drive home in a hot steamy box. The cashier who attended to me in the morning was friendly and polite. I rate places by asking myself would I go back, and the answer is no! For $5.17 for a tiny empanada that's pretty much high way robbery! Not worth it in my books.

    John A.

    Came out with the wife and in-laws for some breakfast. Very good empanadas. Chill vibes & good service. Salsas are always good.....

    Silvano G.

    The Empanada Spot is literally the spot for empanadas! The make them per order so you know it's fresh and hot! Service was good order taker was helpful and friendly! Ambiance was good. Enough space to sit and eat a dozen if you dare! Check them out and get the chicharrón one!

    Phamhong G.

    Worth it to try if you're in the area. Good customer service. We ordered a dozen and our favorite was the Quesabirria. I also enjoyed the pepperoni one, it tasted like a fancy hot pocket and had plenty of pepperoni. The empanadas are a little overpriced but a good size. The 3 salsas are all AMAZING and definitely add to the flavor of the empanadas. $6 is very steep for an agua deluxe..basically an extra $2.50 for a chamoy candy rim. The main negative I have is that you have no idea what you're biting into and basically have to guess based on the ingredients listed on the menu. I wish they added toothpicks with little signs or something to each empanada that indicate which one is which, but I guess the surprise is part of the experience. I'd come back if I needed a quick snack and to also try the dessert empanadas.

    Riley S.

    Supppeeerrrrrr excited that starting this year they open early !! I'm always craving these fire ass empanadas but work alllwwaaayyysssss gets in the way :( today we went in for some coffee and their " OG BREAKFAST SANDWICH " bomb. Basically a whole breakfast plate inside a sandwich !! Super bomb. Affordable and filling !! Super happy this sandwich legit had me full all day until dinner time so thank u guys for opening early. The coffee shop next store is fire !!

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    Maniel D.

    Amazing empanadas! Alejandro greeted us with a smile and "thank you for being here!" Super sweet and friendly! Nice decorations as well beautiful mural!

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    the empanadas was crispy and good. The OG i didn't enjoy at all. Service was quick and multiple salsas.

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    Best empanadas ever! I tried with my sister who absolutely loves this place and definitely did not disappoint!

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    Came here on a weekday evening with friends. We ordered the: Mushroom burger, bacon burger, regular…read moreburger, frings, and a strawberry milkshake. I really enjoyed my mushroom burger. Juicy and large portion. Although I didn't taste the other burgers, I also received high praise from my friends regarding these items. For the frings, I thought the fries were average, but I really enjoyed the onion rings. They were fresh and had the perfect crunch. My friends got the milkshake and thought it was standard. Even though I thought the food was solid, I was truly impressed by the service. The person behind the counter was so busy but he took the time to explain the menu to me and was extremely friendly. He also didn't try to rush us or kick us out after the diner closed (we ordered pretty close to closing time). I noticed that he even took orders from people who came slightly after closing too. Other great things: easy parking and awesome looking decor. Come if you want to experience a meal in a diner setting. Overall, the food was pretty good but the outstanding service is why I'm giving this five stars. Please check it out!

    I came here on a Saturday evening for dinner after seeing the amazing Yelp reviews. It's a very…read moreunassuming restaurant on the corner of a little shopping center. Inside there aren't too many seats but it has a cool American diner feel. They have thrifty's ice cream up in the front and some counter seats. They had the TVs on playing the World Cup game when we got there. The service was prompt and good. One guy walked around the restaurant smiling and greeting everyone. They gave us extra sauces and cups of water when we requested. For food, my husband and I ordered a mushroom burger, the slap-up burger which was a double patty cheeseburger, chili cheese fries, and onion rings. My favorite thing was the slap-up burger. The patty's were thick and meaty and I loved that the cheese didn't overpower the beef taste. The mushroom burger was also very meaty, but felt a little more dry to me. It came with mushrooms and bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and pickles. I added some of their homemade ranch which helped a lot with the dryness. The chili cheese fries were okay for me. The fries were a little more on the starchy side and not too crispy. I liked the chili cheese but wish the chili was a little more hearty. The onion rings were delicious. They were crunchy and had a little extra seasoning sprinkled on. The onions were perfectly tender inside and tasted delicious dipped in their homemade ranch. I was very satisfied with this meal and happy to have checked out this place.

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