Empanada City
Company Details
Tuesday: 11AM-8PM
Wednesday: 11AM-8PM
Thursday: 11AM-8PM
Friday: 11AM-9PM
Saturday: 11AM-9PM
Sunday: 11AM-7PM
Contact Information
Prospect Lefferts Gardens, New York, 11225
United States
Empanada City Reviews
Submitted by Mel NYC on 04/10/2022
Mel NYC 2 stars rating.
I don't see what is the hype about.This was my first time ordering from Empanada City, a friend told me about it so we decided to go and try it out. We order 9 Empanadas all different stuffings. I had to cut all of them in half since they weren't lable. The Empanadas are not worth $3.75 - $4.00 they are small and bland.They are the size of the once you make at home.
First of all EMPANADA CITY I didn't mention anything about your bland Empanadas having pockets of air but since you brought it up they do have pockets of air. Who has time to look at crust for lable seriously?? I PAYED $4 for your bland try meat and over cooked shrimps, air pocket Empanadas so don't tell me what I pay or didn't pay.
Submitted by Cathy K on 04/07/2022
Cathy K 4 stars rating.
Spinach ricotta and plantain cheese were my favorites. Thought I’d like the classic plantain/cheese/beef but didn’t like as much, meat was kind of bland. Flan was a bit firm dare I say “dry,”? Still a great option when you’re in the mood for empanadas.
Submitted by Robert Young on 04/06/2022
Robert Young 5 stars rating.
Been coming here for over a year and my partner for the last 3! We can’t get enough. Their empanadas are always fresh, always super tasty and they claim; “the best in Brooklyn!” And it’s really hard to argue that; they really are up there. The prices are fair, they offer a plethora of fillings and creative flavors. They have the best system as an Empanada Restaurant, marking their empanadas with stamps, which is a step few (if anyone) I’ve seen take; which is so helpful when divvying them out wondering which is which. Each empanada is stamped according to the lettering on the menu.
There’s really nothing to dislike about this place! Some forewarning though they don’t keep their empanadas hot in a little case; so if you’re thinking you’ll stop in for a grab and go, it’s more like 4-7 mins for your order once you place it. It’s fresh you know? Still a grab and go but in that time frame.
They also have a delicious limeade with fresh fruit inside that is divine! 10/10 you need that drink (or one of their other delicious ones) to wash down these empanadas ????
The inner atmosphere is also always pleasant. Nice music plays, while the staff is friendly and attentive. It’s nice and quaint & sometimes you can sit outside! Whether you need a snack on your way to the Park or dinner, it’s a great spot to eat at.
Submitted by Moonchild Sky on 01/21/2022
moonchild sky 5 stars rating.
So my Anthony brought me 2 shrimp Empanadas my fault this was my first time and was not sure how I would feel about it, but boy oh boy I told him don't ever bring me 2 again he can bring about 1 dozen they were that good now I was not there with him but he brought home some avocado and some other sauce it would be nice to have like a light spices sauce. That being said am also going to try the many others they sell so can't wait see you then.
Submitted by Hezy Jamez on 12/27/2021
Hezy Jamez 5 stars rating.
Great Flavor Options! Decent Prices, Train station 2 blocks away so Easy to get to. Love it.
So I actually been looking for an Empanada place since the one that I use to go too in the city has closed down due to covid. I got an email from Uber Eats while doing food deliveries about this place. So I hopped on the 2 train in the city to go check it out. I absolutely loved it. Someone said their smoothies are amazing so I decided to try the Nutella one and it was definitely one of my faves now. So I expected the pizza burger to be my fave one but surprisingly it ended up being my least fave. The Americano was my Fave, it was Tasty and delicious, I will be going back and probably getting 2 Americanos and 1 Cuban. The Cuban was my 2nd Fave. I definitely recommend checking out this spot, you won't regret it.
Submitted by Shamika Broadus on 12/19/2021
Shamika Broadus 5 stars rating.
The empanadas are soooo great! Not greasy at all!!! Definitely a different taste from the usual chicken and beef ones
Submitted by Wall Fish on 11/10/2021
Wall Fish 5 stars rating.
A Prospect Lefferts Gardens staple. Always reliable, accurate, and DELICIOUS.
I went and picked up shrimp empanadas and tried out the Americana empanada (VERY GOOD) the other day - I didn’t make it out of the outdoor seating because I knew it would slap as always. Ate everything on their cute patio space because I couldn’t wait until I got home.
Shrimp empanada with a little avocado sauce and pink sauce is the BEST. The empanadas are conveniently labeled on the crust part in the corner so you can distinguish between different empanada flavors.
Submitted by Kretel K. on 09/03/2021
Kretel K. 2 stars rating.
I just ordered from UberEats and I am SO disappointed!
After reading all of the reviews, I was excited to try Empanada City. When I opened my bag, I was surprised that my six empanadas were not labeled, looked dark like it is was cooked in old oil, and had a hard and crunchy texture. I was immediately disappointed and frustrated. I had to cut open the empanadas to see which was which. My mother was also annoyed by the packaging and look of our order. She said that her beef empanadas were flavorless and a waste of money. I agree--My beef empanada barely had meat in it and looked plain sad. The ropa vieja looked more fresh was full , and tasted the best to me, but could have been better.The pastelon one was MISSING the mozzarella cheese and a bit dry. Lastly, I would say the guava and cheese was pretty good. However, I will stick to what I know and will not be ordering again!
Submitted by Kyle Cooks on 08/26/2021
Kyle Cooks 5 stars rating.
Friendly staff! Fresh empanadas as wel I ordered the pizza burger and the ropa. 5/5. Would come back. Def comparable to empanada mamas.
Submitted by Janay Tyson on 07/20/2021
Janay Tyson 5 stars rating.
I was desperately craving some empanadas & searched “best empanadas in NY” on Google. Empanada City came up & I quickly ordered off Uber Eats! The crust was so flaky & the meat tender on the inside! I also loved their sauces. Will definitely be going back to try & want to go visit the restaurant next time!
