So I can't say I'm some empanada aficionado, but I think little flakey crusted packages of pure yum is pretty easily identified and you can find a wide selection of sweet and savory ones in this quaint little eatery on Magnolia Blvd . So my pharmacy moved and while picking up my prescription I passed by this place. The welcoming colors and decor grabbed my attention and the scrumptious aromas forced me to walk in the doors. Wow this place is cute! There is a large communal table, huge blackboard with menu items, and a glass display filled with sweet and savory options galore. Given I did come at 5 o'clock, the case was a little light, but still plenty to choose from. The pharmacy staff next store recommended their favorites, so I chose two of their favorites... Ham and cheese, and the spinach and cheese. The guy at the register was very nice. He helped guide me through the three salsa options, mild, medium and hot that are by the condiment table. My favorite was the mild. (I believe he said it was chimmichurri (?)) I couldn't even wait to get home and sneaked a few bites of each in the car. The cheese was melty and the crust was a flakey pocket of heaven. Both were amazing. I saw the sweet ones and now I want to go back. So, it doesn't look like I'll be able to just pick up meds next door anymore without stopping here for a warm pocket of sunshine. Check in to YELP and save on a dozen. Street parking doesn't ever seem to be a problem. Welcome to Burbank! read more

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Bought 3 empanadas - spinach and cheese, bean and cheese, and soyrizo. All were superb. Got there when one couple ahead of me and waited about 10 min for it to be ready. Not a lot of outdoor tables so if it's crowded I'm sure you'll be standing. The empanads aren't huge but they are stuffed and really filling (see photo for size reference!). Service was friendly and quick. Will definitely be back! read more

World Empanadas - 3 empanadas (one vegan, two vegetarian) - Latin American Near Me - Burbank, California

Love things not fried. Their food is great. But when I last ordered online at 615, the workers were insulted bc was near closing time. Was a year ago but I don't forget and the empanadas were not what they had been before. If your workers do not want to be ready to serve until 630, then, FIRE THEM! read more

I would be giving it 5stars, but you can't remove one of your best items (the breakfast burrito) and not lose a star. Seriously y'all were in talks of the best breakfast burrito in Burbank (a spot known for good breakfast burritos) and y'all get rid of them?!? I know y'all will bring them back, but I've only been once since they got rid of it. Empanadas are great but my friends and I use to come twice a week minimum. Now as I said I've been once in the entire year! Also got rid of cheese and onion empanadas (believe this one strictly to be due to covid) Otherwise If your looking for suggestions go with the spicy potato, and the creamy corn. read more

Delicious. What else can one say about the food? Reasonably priced and a friendly staff

Vegan Review: First, the overall Yelp rating for this restaurant is so high because these hand pies are delicious. It's tough to imagine how they get the dough so flaky without butter; I taste no butter in the crust. I do taste delicious flavors! I ordered the Mushroom & Cashew Cheese, Pintos & Rice, and Lentil & Quinoa. The mushroom is a rich, creamy, not tangy, filling with chewy bites of mushroom. I'd like to say it's my favorite, but no filling is my favorite--each is fantastic. Both the pinto and the lentil are full of flavor. With each bite you can see the finely minced veg and herbs. What I enjoyed most about these pies is how the seasonings enhance the main ingredients. In other words, the lentil shines and the pinto & rice equally shine through. I love their app for no-wait ordering. I also love that you can take-and-bake at home, if you wish. read more

I can't believe I haven't written a review of World Empanadas! I picked up a bunch of food from recently, and I was SO pleased with how many vegan options they had! The soy chorizo with potatoes?? AMAZING! I basically got all of the vegan options. My husband liked the one with mushroom because he looooves mushrooms. I think they had a sweet one that was vegan as well. It had berries in it, and it was okay. I wish it had some richness to it. I think some whipped coconut cream would have put it over the top! Their chimichurri sauce is INSANE. I could probably drink it. Seriously. Amazing. read more

What a treat. This hidden gem knocked me off my feet. They aren't open late, but they compensate with quality and service, beyond great. I've only tried the santa fe chicken and quinoa lentil, both were delicious, but the santa fe was santa fantastic. Size was substantial, texture of the pastry was flakey, with some thickness but not overwhelming. Not sure if it was the chimichurri, the tomatillo, or the sante fe itself, but something packed a solid spicy punch. I loved every bite. Can't wait to pick up a dozen for my next visit! read more

Pretty empanadas, but sortof dry inside. I thought they would be stuffed but they weren't, nor was I eating two. Claire w.

My friend brought me out to her favorite empanada spot - World Empanadas, where I saw my first sign flipper on the corner. Sixteen different daily empanadas filled their board and the counter, each wrapped in a different shape to signify the filling within. $2.95 each, or $31.95 per dozen. A combo meal consisting of 2 empanadas, 1 8 oz soup or salad, and 1 drink for $8.25 gives you an idea of the size of their empanadas. They aren't big. More like snack sized. We ended up sharing 3 of them between the two of us. The beef (ground beef simmered with potatoes, green olives, bell peppers, onions, garlic, lemon and spices) was okay, but I could have done without it. I much preferred the spinach & cheese (sauteed spinach simmered with garlic, lemon juice tossed with a parmesan cheese sauce and topped with jack and cheddar cheese), and the Nutella & banana was pretty good as well. The pastry was nice and thin, and the pockets decently filled. Salsas were located on the side for self-service, though they are also listed on the menu board for take-away in 8 oz portions for $2.25. Limited seating available at the communal table and a counter along the wall. read more

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MMM.. MMM.. MMM This place is THE SPOT! I was looking for a quick bite in the area, something new. And I stumbled across Empenada World, should be called Empenade UNIVERSE Anyways, this is a great spot! I recommend the Santa Fe Chicken. I would add a picture, but I ate my Empanada way tooo quickly! Cheers Enjoy read more

Wooooooooow get the Chile Con Carne, Spinach and Cheese & Santa Fe Chicken. And make sure you get more than one Churry sauce! read more

World Empanadas - Santa Fe Chicken(SF) - Latin American Near Me - Burbank, California

So so so good!! Incredible value for the amount of food you get + great vegan and veg options. Truly something for everyone. Hole in the wall type of place but really amazing. Workers were super friendly. read more

I happened upon this spot on Google maps while searching for a quick bite before our Warner Bros. Tour. The cashier asked if it was our first time and welcomed us. We had the ham & cheese, beef, chicken, and the chile con carne and a dulce de leche for dessert. All of them were delicious, fresh, flaky, flavorful and the best part? Baked! They were a perfect meal to keep us full for our tours. The dulce de leche was amazing, but a little on the rich side- and that's only bc that's exactly what dulce de leche is. The empanadas are filled with a generous amount of filling and are seasoned to perfection. They were so good- we ended up back there for lunch the next day while getting our car serviced. I loved the ham and cheese so much, I ordered it again & I tried the biscuits and gravy for something new. My husband had the beef again- his fav- and the soy chorizo. We aren't vegan but the soy chorizo was so good. We also tried the mixed berry as our sweet option. We liked that it wasn't as rich as the dulce de leche. They are $3.50 each- but you get what you pay for. The ingredients are fresh, they taste amazing, and the flavors are interesting and unique. You can't go wrong stopping by this joint. We will definitely be regulars! read more

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Yeah, the moment you feel like an idiot because you have lived in this town and less than 1 mile from this amazing place and have never eaten there before today! Dear Baby Jesus, do not even try to buy one or two of these delicious mouthful's of joy! Might as well pony up for the dozen and call it a day. I wanted to try them all but settled for the Spicy Potato and Cheese, Santa Fe Chicken, Beef, and Nutella Banana empanadas. The only bad part of this was that I had to share it with my Son! Do not, I repeat, do not pass up on this place if you are looking for something incredibly fresh, well made, and mouth watering. I will definitely be back! read more

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If you haven't been to World Empanadas, what are you even doing with your life? I've driven by here so many times and finally got the chance to try it today. I don't even have words for how good this is. I went for their combo meal (excellent deal, btw) and got two different empanadas just to try them out: the mushroom and cashew cheese and the creamy corn. (I'm a vegetarian but I like a little variety.) The mushroom reminded me of the chimichangas I had as a kid (which, obviously, I can't eat anymore) and the creamy corn - and I swear to you I'm not exaggerating - made me almost tear up. Like I definitely needed a minute. As a vegetarian, it's hard enough finding something decent but this is next level for ALL diners. I'm have no doubt their entire menu is excellent. The service was quick and kind and I will definitely be back. :) read more

Empanadas are little feel good dough envelopes. Such a good little vibe, and tasty baked savory goods! The vegetable soup could use some better ingredients, instead of the canned stuff, but other than that, amazing food, and nice people. Thank you. read more

First of all, if you don't give a hoot about service or getting your order "just right" then the food is delicious. No complaints there. My contractor came to give an estimate on repairs and painting at my property and he wanted to stop and grab some empanadas for his family for dinner. I saw they have vegan options so I decided to order some empanadas also and I made a point of saying TWICE to please put my empanadas in a separate bag because I said to the older man, "we are paying together but we need the orders separated and I would like my vegan items in their own bag". The older man is apparently very hard of hearing (this is not a joke) and kept asking my contractor to repeat himself four times during the order and kept getting it wrong. Finally, he sorted out the items desired. When we drove off and stopped to say goodbye we both realized all the empanadas were in one box and we had to sit and sort them out. This was a waste of time. We had to use a chart they tape on the box to visually determine what we were giving to each other. This was totally avoidable and my contractor's time is very precious and I felt this waste of time could have been avoided. If you are vegetarian or vegan like me, keep in mind they don't worry about cross-contamination here and I suggest if you are actually a strict vegan or vegetarian you do not eat here at all they co-mingle the meat and vegan items in the same box which means they don't give a hoot about cross-contamination one bit. They, like many sellers, just want to take your money by offering these options. read more

Ive eaten here several times in the last year and nearly always go for the combo soup, empanada and drink. Sadly, since covid19 they reduced their menu by more than half the items. My favorite was their biscuit and gravy empanada but they got rid of it. I dont know how they chose which empanadas to delete but I havent gone back since this one was discontinued. Ive given this review 4 stars because their tortilla soup is extremly salty, almost unbearable. The empanadas are expensive when purchasing them alone. However the food quality is A+. Their chimichuri salsa is outstanding, I buy it in bulk to dress salads at home. read more

Catering served Empanadas on a show I worked. They said it came from this place. It was very good. It held up well being taken from the restaurant and then being served throughout the filming of our shoot. Tasty and filling. I hope to have time to stop by and eat it when it is fresh. I am sure to raise my rating when I actually can stop by myself. Can't wait. I really recommend this place. Their empanadas to go were better than the empanadas that I tried in person at the Farmer's Markets on 3rd and Fairfax. read more

So tasty. They had really good vegan options and vegetarian. I got the spinach and cheese, lentil and quinoa, soy chorizo, spicy potato, & the bean and cheese. Me and my partner loved every single one of them. Very filling as well. 10/10 recommend. ! read more

World Empanadas - Latin American Near Me - Burbank, California

Thought I'd treat the family to a dozen empanadas on Valentine's Day. Brought them home, and when we went to eat them, we realized our order was completely wrong. We are vegetarian and were given a dozen meat filled empanadas by mistake. What a huge disappointment and an incredible waste of food! What's even more disappointing is that I called World Empanadas before closing time that same day, so they could address the issue, but got voicemail. I left a message asking for a manager to call me back so I could get a refund, and never heard back! $55 flushed right down the toilet. We've been supporting this business since they opened, but sadly won't be returning again. Their quality control and customer service is non existent. Shame on you, World Empanadas. read more

If you'd like to switch it up for a yummy breakfast, then you should definitely stop by here. You can't go wrong with a Chicken empanada and Potato & Cheese empanada (perfect two together) Also the breakfast burritos are amazing! Great portion, served nice & fresh and is filling. The sauces are sooo good too!! Service is good, no complaints. Parking & seating can be a drag. The little place gets packed! I'm not surprised, it's delicious. Can be costly if you're like me and have a appetite. Lol I always reccomend this spot when in Burbank! :) read more

World Empanadas - Latin American Near Me - Burbank, California

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Empanadas are so so delicious!!! I always get the vegan ones. And they have the absolute sweetest staff on this earth!! They truly made my day the last time I was there. Only had cash on me at the moment and ordered 2 thinking I'd have enough. But I didn't and just placed an order for one. They threw in the second one I had ordered, it was such a nice surprise. read more

World Empanadas - Soy Chorizo(SY) - Latin American Near Me - Burbank, California

Love love love this place!!!! Super affordable, super yummy, and super worthy to check out! Got their combo meal and it the perfect amount of yumminess. Looks like I'll have to come back to try all of the different empanadas! read more

World Empanadas - Latin American Near Me - Burbank, California

I didn't see what all the rave was about. I didn't like the rice and bean one. It was super dry and not flavorful. I did really enjoy the creamy corn flavor tho. I think that was the best one out off the 3 I tried. I don't remember the other flavor I tried. It wasn't good tho. I couldn't even finish it. I would go bk for tht corn on again Fer sure. read more

I dont know how Ive missed this gem. Smart business! They serve everyone and they do it well and thats rad! Today I tried t 2 vegan empanada's. Soy Chorizo and Mushroom cashew cheese. Both were fantastic. The filling flavor was right on and the dough was pretty great. The dough was somewhat calzone like but I was pleasantly surprised. I saw on the menu that they have mini appetizer ones and I will be back for my next event and of course for lunch. read more

I'm so glad I had a sample of their empanada about 2 plus years ago at the convention center for cake pop con show. We had bought the VIP tickets & with that we had access to the VIP section. World Empanadas had a table & we had their samples & from then I'm in love with empanadas & World Empanadas read more

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Very good food. Large selection available. Kids loved the pizza ones. My son said they taste even better that next day. I would definitely recommend trying them out. read more

https://youtube.com/shorts/T8W7XCH2bmg?feature=share Best empanadas I've had in a while! So fresh from savory to sweet! Copy and paste the link to see the empanadas live! read more

World of Empanadas is a small, cute cafe with four vegan options and one baked good. We tried all the vegan items. All the empanadas are $3 each. There's also a fresh salsa bar. I loved the spicy verde salsa; the mild rojo tasted fresh, but had a bit too much acidity. I didn't try the chimicurri which looked too liquid. Get the quinoa-lentil empanada. This one is savory, fresh and just plain great. The mushroom-cashew cheese empanada looked like it would be great, but it was simply passable, with a downbeat flavor. The soyrizo empanada was fine, but nothing special. The pinto bean empanada doesn't hit the mark. It's dry, starchy and bland. Don't get it. Lastly, the vegan morning glory muffin ($3.50) was not too sweet but nicely moist. That said, it has carrots and raisins in it, which aren't my two favorite ingredients in a dessert. Seating is limited and people tend to cluster upfront, making things feel cramped. All that said, I look forward to returning for the quinoa-lentil empanada and hopefully some new flavor. How about a vegan tofu scramble emapanada or a seitan-and-potato option? read more

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The first thing to note about these empanadas, is their crust. It's not the classic stiff hardier crumbly shell, but rather a slightly chewy, puff pastry kind (it felt almost a little too soft and undercooked for some of them). I prefer the former, but ultimately the filling is what's most important to me. With a quick Google fact check (to risk not being ignorant XD) it seems like I prefer the Columbian & Venezuelan crust that incorporates corn and less wheat flour, whereas the Argentinian's way cuts their wheat dough with fat (like World Empanadas does), creating more of a puff pastry texture. Vegan review: World empanadas has plenty of vegan options, and that's what encouraged me to try them out. They have other items on their menu too, like salads and soups, but I since it was my first time here, I played it safe and got a dozen empanadas for $31.95 (before tax). $2.95 for individual empanadas or check out their combos for some savings. I also picked up the Santa Fe Chicken (3.5/5), the Chile con Carne (3/5), and the (new?) Pulled Pork (4/5) for my family, and they all liked them, but also preferred the "classic"or stiffer crust and not a fan of the mushier texture of the Chile con Carne. I ate: (Vegan items) Soyrizo - 4/5 The stuffing tasted like exactly how I'd imagine it to be: umami, salty, and spiced. The soyrizo they used is the good kind that doesn't have a bitter or funky aftertaste. If you like the Trader Joe's ones like I do, you'll agree. It's made with some potato hash, onions, and a few other spices - very well seasoned and not overly salty. All of the sauces paired well with it, especially the fresh chili and tomatoes, cutting through the saltiness of soyrizo. Quinoa & Lentils - 4/5 While this isn't as spiced, it's still well seasoned. It tastes like a tomato-based stew, with it's heartiness coming from the lentils and quinoa. The lentils and quinoa were cooked perfectly and I could taste every texural component of the filling. They must have used celery salt as it reminded me very much of a chicken noodle soup aftertaste. Chimichurri paired well with this. Mushroom & Cashew Cheeze (New item) 3.5/5 The stuffing had a lemony aftertaste and was a bit too pureed for my liking. I couldn't taste the fermentation of anything resembling cheese, but I love mushrooms, so it was still a decent flavor overall. I liked the Salsa Verde with it the best. Mixed Berries - 3.5/5 I'm not a huge sweet tooth, but thought I should try their only vegan dessert empanada just to get full range judgement. Because their crust is more delicate and soft, it's versatile in savory and sweet fillings in my opinion. The filling is self explanatory, and was a nice balance of sweet and tarte, but was a bit one dimensional. Maybe a vegan dessert cheese layered inside would have enhanced it. Note: I liked that they plead the outer brim a different style and incorporate different shapes to differentiate the fillings. But why do they look like they were baked at different times length/tempurature? (The color on the pulled pork looked the best in my opinion) The chimichurri sauce is too tarte/ vinegary and liquidy for my taste. While the verde is the spiciest one of the three, all three have a kick to them; so be aware if you can't handle heat spice. My dad complained saying it should be labeled mild, medium, spicy instead, so I thought I'd mention it haha Lots of street parking on the small residential streets perpendicular to Magnolia as well as prime parking at the front of the store (although limited, obviously) I would come back, just because of the variety in vegan options, easy parking, decent food, and friendly/ helpful staff. However, the crust preference and the lack luster chimichurri sauce weighs a bit heavily in my opinion of the dish. Plus the size varies, yet it's all priced the same. I'd rate the place a weak 4 just for the food... But because I'm vegan and these are the most varied and well thought - out vegan fillings I've yet to try from anywhere else, I'll stick with the 4 star rating for convenience, accessibility, and customer service. I'm a fan! :D read more

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These are some of the best empanadas around. Its also nice that they have several vegetarian and vegan options as well. I liked the spinach and cheese and well as the soyrizo. I wasn't as big of a fan of the mushroom and cashew cheese one. They have a walk up window so you can order from outside and keep your social distance. I'll be back to try some more. read more

Wow, another great discovery by accident. World Empanadas does a few things, and they do them exceptionally well. You really know what you're getting at this place - Empanadas! I will have to say that they got the name of their business wrong, because it really should be "World's Best Empanadas". These things are light, flaky, not at all greasy and they're stuffed with excellent fillings. So far I've had: Ham & Cheese, Spinach & Cheese, Pinto Beans & Rice, Chili Con Carne, and the Breakfast Empanada (eggs, bacon, sausage, potato, cheese). All of them are delicious. They are little pocket sandwiches of perfection. Get the combo meal (two empanadas, one side and a drink). It's a great deal and a good taste of what they do. Their menu has been reduced, due to corona, but they still have most everything available. Service is fast and friendly and they accept on-line, phone in and walk up orders. Get some Empanadas and see what you're missing. You won't be disappointed! read more

Our favorite empanada place near us! The pastry to filling ratio is spot on without leaving any pesky air pockets! My favorite and seems to be a favorite to the majority is the spinach and cheese. Have this place on your radar if you're passing by the Burbank area! read more

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Freakin amazing... Ive been there 4 times this week and although they are a car drive from our office, its well worth the journey. My favorites so far are the jalepeno ham and cheese and the biscuits and gravy.. In and out pretty fast, well worth the wait. read more

World Empanadas - Wow.. ham cheese jalapeño is awesome - Latin American Near Me - Burbank, California

Blink and you'll miss it...is something I say about a lot of the places I review on Yelp. Without Yelp, the internet, or social media...well, I don't remember how any of us found these places, especially in LA when we drive everywhere and don't take a casual stroll around the neighborhood. For years, when World Empanadas was at their old location on Victory, I would drive by and see their sign painted on the wall and think to myself, I need to try that one day. Years later, I finally did. At the tail end of Burbank's Magnolia Park, you will find happiness nestled in baked dough. I can't go on a limb and say every flavor or version of empanada they serve is good, but what I can say is that there's a flavor for every taste, from the meatiest of carnivores to the vegan...est of vegans. The best option available is their combo. It comes with two empanadas, a side (soup or salad), and a drink all for around 10 bucks. Choose wisely as you have something like 2 dozen options at any given time. All of their crusts are the same, so it ultimately boils down to what filling you get. You could stick to some classics like their ham and cheese or their spinach and cheese. Hot pockets be damned. There's also variations on chicken or beef. The santa fe has very classic, southwest flavors. Spicy chicken, beans, chiles, corn and it goes well with a spoonful of their chicken tortilla soup. I used to come in for lunch a lot, but their breakfast options is worth getting up early for. There's three really great breakfast items to get. My favorite empanada has become their breakfast empanada. Bacon, scrambled eggs, and cheese baked in dough to perfection. They also have a sausage and gravy option, reminiscent of biscuits and gravy. It's not as good as the straight up breakfast empanada, but if you want a good way to start off the day, have one of each. If you're not an early riser, these are available all day. They also serve a breakfast burrito, but only until noon. It might be my favorite breakfast burrito in Burbank now (sorry Corner Cottage). Bacon, sausage, eggs, cheese, and potatoes. It's all melted and blended together in a warm tortilla. It goes well with their trio of salsas. They have a spicy green salsa that goes great on everything. A red salsa that's mild and is like a blended version of a pico de gallo. Lastly, there's a chimichurri which is a tangy addition to anything you put it on. The vinegar and garlic really bite down on some of their spicier options and just makes for a more flavorful bite. A breakfast burrito or the combo is a pretty decent meal, but if you've got room for one more empanada get a dessert option. I've only tried the banana nutella so far and while it's no different than any other version of banana nutella crepe, waffle, pancake...(insert carb device)...it's a great way to end your meal. read more

These are unlike any empanadas I've ever had! Not greasy but wholly delicious. If you're looking for the fried style, this isn't your place. But what you will find here is an assortment of the most delectable flavors; fun tip: if you call to order, which I always do, sometimes you'll find there's an off menu empanada such as candied yam) to tickle the tastebuds. There's outdoor seating out front; but not many tables. So be prepared to eat on the run. Regardless; I love this place. read more

sooooo delicious!! the potato one was my absolute favorite! the Corn one is also very good. my best friend has tried quite a few and she loves them all. but i'd go back just for potato :) read more

This is amazing place. The empanadas are the best. If you have a party this is a great idea. Everybody love it!!!!! I recommend this place 100%, great service, great people and great empanadas. read more

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