This was my first time trying Indian food and Bombolé completely impressed me. The Indian-Latin fusion flavors were incredible and everything tasted fresh and well balanced. The staff was amazing, so friendly and helpful, answering all my questions and making great recommendations. I ordered everything they suggested and they were absolutely right. The cilantro lime sauce is a must try, it really is the cherry on top. I usually don't like lemonades, but the carrot and mango lemonade was surprisingly delicious. The basmati rice was perfectly cooked, fluffy and flavorful, and the black beans were so good. The empanadas were amazing, especially the paneer. The ambiance was welcoming, clean, and cute. Such a great first experience, I'll definitely be back. read more

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I'm so excited when I tried this for a yelp event I had to come back and try more of their empanadas they have sweet as well as savory ones. I love the chicken tiki masala, one as well as the breakfast chorizo one. The staff is always friendly and accommodating. I'm so glad they're downtown and they open up at 9 o'clock in the morning and stay open until 8 PM read more

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This place was so tasty! They have authentic fusion options that tasted like home, but with a twist! The empanadas were so delicious as was the unique drink options. And the decor was impeccable! You can tell a lot of love went into the design and that same love goes into the food! We called ahead of time and double asked when we got there that the meat is zabiha/halal as well! Excited to see this place thrive & go back soon! read more

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Thrilled to try a "new" place. Come to find out it's been there for around 7 years. New to me. This place is a fusion of Indian and Latin cuisines. I love creative cuisine. The combination of great foods is usually quite good and brings forth the best of both. The dishes here do not disappoint. You get dishes mixing both cuisines. For instance the Chicken Chipotle bowl I ordered. It has the Latin influence of chipotle served with Indian inspired lentils. It was quite tasty. We also tried the chicken Tikka masala with black beans. They have empanadas filled with a variety of savory options and a couple of sweet options. There's Vegan entrees as well as empanadas. I liked that they also have gluten free options. There's a choice of beverages. Lemonades and teas. I love chai tea and so chose to have that. Sadly either I was given the wrong tea or it's the worst chai tea I've encountered. It had almost zero flavor and tasted close to black tea. Perhaps the lemonades would've been a better choice. The meal was nice. The restaurant cozy and clean with a nice patio out front. Street parking only. So ride your bike, walk or be aware it is metered parking. I ordered to go and was thrilled to get a Yelp bag which I put to good use and carried my food in. Leave it to Yelp to always introduce new places and spaces while offering nice and useful mementos. Love it!! read more

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I was recently at the Better Business Bureau office in downtown Tucson with my coworkers and I had to make a stop at Bombolé! Thanks to Yelp Tucson events I was introduced to this restaurant and will always be a fan of the chicken empanadas and the dessert banana Nutella empanadas. There is seating inside but because of meter parking outside I am always conscious of my time so I always grab my empanadas to go! Staff is sweet and friendly! read more

Working downtown, so popped in here to grab a bite to eat. I Decided to go with the empanadas since I was in a hurry. I Got a chicken one (chicken and potato) and a spinach one(spinach, mushroom, rice) Flavorful, but both bit dry especially the spinach one. They have several different sauces to choose from for an additional fee. read more

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I was in downtown and wandered in here because I love Indian food. I didn't notice the price until the cashier rang me up and to my surprise two empanadas ( Panner and guava /cream cheese) were a total of $17. Fortunately, they were delicious and worth every penny !!! read more

Bombolé - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

It is so weird that for many years I have not even thought about trying Bombole. I just forget and since they are in the Pioneer Building and not on Broadway or Congress it is easy to miss. Parking is metered or garages. Many public garages will give an hour free, check ahead. Bombole is a Latin and Indian fusion food place with a healthy focus on Empanadas, vegan and gluten free. Light salads and lemonades are also a focus. Now that this wonderful cafe with outdoor seating is on my radar, I've been 3 times in last month. My go to is the Bombo Combo, pick an empanada, pick a salad and a drink for a great price. People are friendly and welcoming. They will help you choose and assist with your questions. Food is great, tasty and quick. Their main line is a cafeteria line with empanada, salads and drinks. You can order cooked food like chicken masala, chicken tika, chickpeas, rice, lentil, Creamy Lemony Pork Bowl and tamales. Dessert options are also available. Not expensive. Seating is limited inside and out. A nice experience and you have to try to understand how special it is! read more

Bombolé - Bombo Combo, with cabbage and mango jicama salad and a drink - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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The food here is super flavorful. I had lunch here again today and keep meaning to write a review. I like the combo that includes an empanada and two sides and a drink (different flavored iced teas or lemonades). It's a good amount of food for $12.60. I love the spinach and mushroom empanada - the empanada dough is always perfectly cooked. I have a hard time deciding between the sides but I love the cabbage salad, which is tangy and crisp and the curried lentils are delicious. If you just want a filling snack, the empanadas by themselves are only $6. read more

I ate here a few days ago and got a large lemonade ($4) and a banana Nutella dessert empanada ($6.25). A yummy dessert and cool drink. Service was good; I was the only customer at the time. The place is small and has a cool, modern ambiance. read more

Amazing food! Tried the paneer and the potato pea, both were delicious. Portions were good!

We stopped in today while walking around downtown Tucson something we had not done in some time regrettably as we had a nice time. Visited Bombole and realized we made a mistake. There were 5 different varieties of empanadas ready and fresh when we walked in. We purchased all 5 types for the 2 of us. My wife is not speaking to me at this point as we should have purchased 2 of each type... or 10 total for 2 people... It was amazing visit go often and eat a lot it is fresh delicious food by people who truly get it. Thank you My wife was not actually mad... but she does enjoy an amazing empanada! read more

I tried the chicken tikka masala bowl with curry lentils for the side. The bowl was a good size and the chicken came on rice. The tikka masala was very flavorful and a good level of spice. read more

Bombolé - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This is one of my favorite places in Tucson. The chicken tikka masala empanadas blow my mind every time!!

Great place for a quick and yummy lunch. We were intrigued by the Indian and Honduran combo. Basically it means your tasty favorites from both offered in one place! You can get a tamale and an empanada and chicken tikka and dal, all at once. The tamales were nice and fluffy, and everything was nicely seasoned. The one nitpick I have is that the charge for extra sauce should get you more than a tiny thimbleful. It's pretty bare bones in terms of ambiance, just a lunch stop with friends/colleagues, but tasty. read more

I've been twice in the last month. I don't know how they stay in business by only charging 12.50 for the best lunch in town! For that price, the combo plate, you get one empanada, 2 sides and a huge ice tea or lemonade. The empanadas are so delicious, and plenty for vegetarians to chose from. I would recommend the 2 salad optional for sides, as they are fresh, interesting, and delicious. One is mango jimica, the other is a fantastic slaw. You get a choice of teas, and the 3 we have sampled were excellent. We tried the chai tea, the oolong, and the black. Everything here is fresh and wonderful. Please go, because Ibwant them to be around for a long time read more

Came to see what this Latin/Indian fusion was all about. Small (6 tables) downtown breakfast and lunch place. Mainly Empanadas in a variety of flavors. I had the paneer. Excellent flavor. I also tried the curry lentils. Very tasty. I also tried the dossa. Think Indian burrito. The prices are very good (see photo) Velvet had the Samosa Empanada. She loved it. They also have beer and wine. Four additional tables on the sidewalk. No refill on the tea. read more

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I wanted to love this place. Not what I expected...the empanadas look fabulous, but I went for a dosa, expecting more of a crepe. It's more like a burrito, wrapped in (and stuck to) paper with filling that fell apart. Flavor was subtle but good; potatoes in samosa filling a little undercooked and seemed like they had been sitting for a bit. Peas were fresh. Also had some black beans, which were undistinguished. The sauces were good but not great. My companion thoroughly enjoyed the empanada and I wish I had tried one. One dosa was okay for me for lunch, but anyone with an appetite would want more. Companion was contemplating ordering more food after eating the combo - also not huge (actually a nice portion size, but we Americans like bigger lunches when we eat out) Service was friendly, even though I was asking a lot of questions and being confusing. read more

Argentinian and Indian fusion?!? If course I had to try. Love their inventive empanadas. Had a combo with a chicken Fiesta empanada, lentils and the bomb.com mango jicama slaw. Tasty chutney and lavender lemonade made for a tasty meal. Lovely though small location in downtown Tuscon. Would love to make my way through all the flavors like paneer, Tika massala, samosa and more. Great vegetarian options and friendly staff. If you're looking for something completely different, check out Bombolé! read more

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I just discovered this downtown gem with modern decor, and a truly seductive aroma. I defy anyone who enters to leave without at least one of the paneer and pea Indian spiced empanadas! The pastry was exceptional, and they're generously filled. Counter service, which was nice. I noticed they also serve curry bowls. I will admit, I popped in out of curiosity more than genuine hunger, but it smelled "proper", and I couldn't resist. I truly feel that the $6/ea for the empanadas is very reasonable given the size and the quality, and I can safely say that I will be returning. read more

I had a small vacation In Arizona and we went to visit a friend in Tucson. After a tour we found this fusion place, friendly attendant, and the food is really flavorful. You can smell outside of the restaurant. Simple, beautiful mural inside, delicious dosas and O recommend the combo. Good spot to eat and continue your day. In front of the library and cross the plaza with courthouse. read more

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I love their food but everytime I go they only have 2 or 3 flavors on deck. All my favorites are never available. Tonight is no exception. Going here is a shot in the dark if you are going to get to eat what you want. read more

Bombolé is a cute place located downtown and perfect for anyone looking to grab a quick bite of food. I love their Chicken Tikka Masala bowl and various empanadas, flaky with a tasty filling. For their empanadas, you can choose a meat one, vegetarian, or even a breakfast style one (sold at Ike's). You can also choose a dipping sauce to go with it, including mint chutney or tikka masala sauce! I love their EPS empanada (egg, potato, and sausage) and butter chicken empanada the best! read more

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Stopped by on an early Saturday afternoon. Downtown was largely deserted and there was one other family dining. The owner/host was bubbly and very helpful with information about everything on display. We opted for a shredded chicken empanada and a "bowl." Both were excellent. I was surprised by how stuffed the empanada was with shredded meat. The shell is not too thick and also kind of flaky and buttery (in that respect, quite different than a Mexican empanada). The bowl had a delicious mix with the cubed pork on one side and the lentil "side" on the other - both sitting atop a small bed of rice. They were served within about 5-7 minutes of ordering and were warmed just right. Above average plastic ware accompanied the meal. Bathrooms are located offsite, through the main office building lobby and up a ramp/hallway. Key required. Parking at a street meter was easy on this weekend afternoon (and free) but could be very tight during the week with surrounding businesses open M-F. read more

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Food was delicious and unique. Got the butter chicken empanada, spiced lentils, and the mango jicama slaw. Also got a banana Nutella empanada for dessert. Love the flaky piñata crust and everything was flavorful and fresh. read more

So good. So so good. I've had this place in my bookmarked spots I'd eventually visit & it finally happened! I've put it off because parking downtown is never fun but I went on a Saturday afternoon when downtown was a ghost town & I easily found street parking. I got some stuff to take home and share with friends and I appreciated the sturdy packaging that kept everything intact. We got a mango & cheese empanada and a guava and cheese one. The empanadas' dough was buttery and flaky but not greasy. Mango was a little over-browned but not enough to affect the fantastic flavor. We did reheat the guava and cheese leftovers the next day and it reheated beautifully in the toaster oven. The cheese in the mango was really tasty but save for a couple of bites, I couldn't really taste the mango. A few more chunks of fruit would've enhanced the mango flavor. For savoury, we went with the paneer, the pork, the spinach/feta, & the beef. Our least favorite was beef. The beef is shredded very thinly and mixed with some other stuff so it resembles a sloppy joe a bit. It was okay but not memorable in any way. It could have just as easily have been chicken. Our favorite was surprisingly the paneer. I'm not a fan of peas but the flavor of the whole filling with that flaky empanada shell was just perfection. The pork had a strong but not overpowering curry taste and it was also a hit with everyone. Again the pork was more shredded than chunky. Spinach and feta was also highly rated by everyone. Having made empanadas before, what I really appreciate is not only how delicious the fillings were but also how moist they remained while making sure the whole empanada dough was well baked. No raw bits or leaks at all, which is impressive to me! We also got the two slaw sides but were pretty underwhelmed by both the portion size and flavors. We'd stick to ordering more empanadas next time and there will definitely be a next time! read more

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Empanadas were enjoyable. The sauce they give with them are enjoyable. I ordered the combo with rice and daal. The daal, not so good. Not traditional. The rice was good. The chicken empanada was very nice!!! I enjoyed it. Flakey. Not greasy. Nice filling. Could use a little more flavoring. Nice beer selection. Eating outside this time of year was wonderful! read more

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My favorite is the pork empanada with cilantro sauce. The fiesta empanada is also very good. This makes for a great takeout meal since they're so portable! read more

Bombolé - Fiesta Empanada - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Nice family owned downtown restaurant. They are very friendly and they take the time to explain the different empanadas. I had the feta cheese and spinach. It had plenty of spinach and feta the side dishes were good and flavorful. I tried the chi iced tea and it was good even unsweetened. I wish the tables were wiped off after the lunch crowd. They offer deliver and take away also. read more

Bombolé - Feta cheese and spinach empanada with Honduran Cabbage Salad, Aromatic Basmati Indian Rice - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Wow! What a delightfully quaint little gem! Thanks to my fellow Yelpers -- I saw this & I could not wait to partake! I'll tell you I'm almost vegan (an occasional digression of Greek yogurt or cheese); Yet being a vegetarian or vegan here is no problem with quite a few options. My partner and I both had combo platters (now selling for $10.20.) The platter comes with one empañada, two sides, 1 sauce, a tea (black, oolong or chai) and a main entree. I tried the Samosa empañada (filled with potatoes and peas) ( oh... lest I forget.,. your choice of hard or flaky dough); while my partner had a mateer-paneer (filled with paneer-- an Indian cheese, potatoes and spinach). I choose a mango jicama salad while she choose basmati rice. We both had lentils, mint sauce & cilantro. The flavors were so authentic. The empañadas came with a choice of hard crust or chewy. The hard crust was crunchy, yet a bit chewy. The flaky was like phyllo dough. The cilantro sauce was almost too spicy for my partner. Later she got a tiki-masala sauce that was absolutely delicious and more mild. The avocado mint sauce was smooth and less spicy too. Furthermore, I will say that the lentils packed a punch of heat as well; However, I loved it. The chai tea was fresh and unsweetened without milk. I'm unsure if they have any available, but no matter (at least for me). I feel it is worth the trip back! read more

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Stopped by for lunch 12:00 Wed but the empenadas were empty except for sweet breakfast choice and 2 spinach mushroom. I was offered a bowl for $12 but declined. Beautiful day for an ale I Ordered a Barrio Blond on tap ale. No prices were visible on menu board. Paid $6.00. 2" head of foam. No bueno. Empenadas still empty when I left 20 min later. Prospective customers entering and leaving when they saw NO empanadas were available, noon -12:20 All nearby parking is metered. Some outside dining. Hope they do well. No reason to return. read more

Honduran empanadas with some Indian dishes/ sides and the ability to mix and match is quite the unique fare. In terms of flavor and appearance, the empanadas themselves were special in their own right. I went towards the end of the lunch hour, thus only a few empanada flavors remained. However, the savory and meaty Butter Chicken Empanada ($4.95), still available, called to me. This came with a sauce of your choosing; I selected the Mint Chutney. I paired this with a side of Basmati Rice ($3.10) which was such a lovely combo. Fresh ingredients with a thoughtful amount of spices in the empanada. To make this a more balanced meal, I would add on some Honduran veggies, or just make it a combo. Parking was easy for me up front, but it is downtown, so you might not be as lucky. read more

Bombolé - Butter Chicken Empanada ($4.95), side of basmati rice ($3.10) - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I've definitely been enjoying Bombole and I'm glad they've entered the downtown Tucson food game. They're maybe a little bit off the "beaten path," which is why I missed them the first month they were open, but I won't make that mistake again! I haven't had a proper empanada in years, since I lived in NJ. So this was a pleasant surprise, especially since they're not serving up quite the typical empanada flavors. They're Indian/Latin fusion, and they're delicious. I LOVE the butter chicken with the masala sauce. The chicken is really tender and they get great flavor into it. I wish there was a little bit more of it in the empanada, though. Because it's THAT GOOD. I love the potatoes they put in their empanadas, too. They're always fork tender, and diced into small cubes so they're easy to eat. The best part of the Bombole empanada, and basically any decent empanada, is the dough. Bombole's is a bit more fluffy than what I'm used to, but it was an excellent surprise! It tasted like a flakey pastry dough, that's cooked perfectly and tastes buttery and yummy. I don't usually enjoy masala sauce, but Bombole's was actually delicious. The flavor profile was more interesting than I've had before. They also had a mint sauce, which was SERIOUSLY MINT! I only tasted a sample, and it was very strong. It was good, but I'm not sure how good it would be for me on an empanada. They also have a garlic cilantro sauce, but I don't like cilantro, so I passed. But my husband LOVES it and uses cups of it for a single empanada! The staff at Bombole is always super nice and helpful. They don't mind letting you sample stuff, and they've even brought us samples of slaws and stuff after we already ordered, just to be nice. The space is very clean, but a bit small which isn't a problem when I go (later in the day). I think their prices are ok, but again maybe they can put a little more filling in the empanadas to make them a bit more filling. I also wish they sold their entire menu all day, because the menu is a tad limited. I like Bombole a lot and recommend them to anyone looking for a change up in flavors! read more

Bombolé - Butter Chicken Empanada (cut in half and split open to show inside) with tikka masala. - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Came here to grab some empanadas for a quick lunch and they were delicious!! Staff was super friendly and helpful in recommending some of their best sellers. We tried the chicken, pork, paneer, samosa, and green chili and by far the standouts were the chicken and green chili! read more

There is a sign at the door to enjoy the smell. And that smell is incredible!!!! Latin Indian fusion - this is a gift for the taste buds. To the owners - thank you for inventive cuisine and a wonderful experience!!! My husband and I both got the combo, which comes with your choice of empanada, dossa, or tamale, two sides, a sauce, and your choice of the many varieties of tea or lemonade. That's a lot of really good food, and we brought home dessert empanadas. I got the chicken empanada, basmati rice, curried lentils, tikka masala sauce, and chai iced tea. My husband got the pork empanada, basmati rice, Honduran slaw, tikka masala sauce, and black tea. We were thrilled with our meals!!! The meat is shredded in a flavorful sauce, and it is tucked into the flakiest crust. Oh my gosh! The chicken has the smallest potato cubes mixed with the meat and sauce. The rice is perfectly prepared, as well, and it is well seasoned. The curried lentils are also flavorful in a delicious broth. My tea was a great chai - again, great spices. My husband's pork was also succulent in its sauce. The Honduran slaw had crispy cabbage that was not over- dressed. The tikka masala is served warm in a little cup that is the perfect amount for the empanada. There is a small outdoor patio in addition to the indoor seating. Everything is super clean, and the staff is kind. We'll definitely be back, because there are so many choices, and they all seem amazing!!! read more

Bombolé - The chicken empanada, basmati rice, curried lentils, and tikka masala sauce - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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I checked out Bombole during the Tucson Meet Yourself festival and was pleasantly surprised by the food. I had always wanted to try it because of how cute the Bombole stamped empanandas looked, and finally made it downtown. I shared two of the Bombole combos (each comes with 1 empananda, 2 sides, 1 sauce, 1 iced tea). For less than 10 bucks each, it's a decent deal. I tried the Matar Paneer empananda and the Aloo Matar Samosa. Both are vegetarian. My favorite was the samosa. It was stuffed in a deliciously flaky puff pastry, perfect for the filling. The Matar Paneer was in an empanada crust and was alright. I found it a tad underseasoned and the crust a little on the chewy side. But seriously, those empanadas are so darn cute. The winning sides are the mango slaw and the stewed vegetables. The sweetness and crunch of the mango and jicama slaw were perfect. The Honduran slaw was bland, a little too acid forward, and with large chunks of cabbage. The daal was okay with a pretty weak curry flavor. The mint chutney and cilantro sauces were just divine. I poured that all over the sides and the empanandas and it transformed the flavors. The menu had mentioned there were vegan options, so I was a little disappointed to find out that none of the empanadas were included. They do have a dossa that is GF and vegan, but it was not available when I went during the special event. Many of their sides and sauces are vegan, however, which is nice. Overall, I would love to come back to Bombole if I'm in the area. I love the unique concept. The empanadas are cute and tasty and the service is excellent. There are a couple of misses, but also some really delicious items. read more

This is a small location tucked away in the midst of downtown. I actually had some trouble finding it initially. When I went in, the smells were amazing. I went around dinner time, but it was pretty empty. I asked the staff for recommendations, and apparently the chicken is the most popular savory flavor. There were several sweet options, which all sounded good. I ended up getting the pumpkin and chai for the sweet flavor, as it is a seasonal limited flavor. For savory, I got the chicken, as well as the spinach and feta. For the pumpkin, it was decent. The chai flavor actually was not too strong, which is good because I am not the biggest fan of chai. However, I love pumpkin. The dough does get a bit softer, since pumpkin is so wet as a filling. Next time, I will probably try the chocolate Nutella flavor. For the savory, the chicken was excellent. The dough was decadent, flaky, and gave such a great flavor to the filling, which was well seasoned. You also get a choice of sauce for each empanada you order. I actually didn't eat it with the sauce, blasphemy I know, but I was quite hungry and ate it while walking since I also had other errands to run. The chicken held up well, didn't fall apart too badly, and I probably should have eaten it with the tikka masala sauce that I ordered with it. I think it would have also paired well with the chutney sauce. Do you keep in mind that if you eat these by hand, they are fairly greasy. I didn't have a napkin with me, so definitely had to wipe down my hands after finishing it. Alternatively, utensils would probably work pretty well as well. The spinach and feta was actually my favorite in the absence of sauces. A nice touch to these empanadas are that they label them on top. This way, there's no more confusion and mixing them up. Definitely a place I would revisit in the future. read more

Bombolé - Quick pic before eating them on the go. Labels for the flavors on top are a nice touch - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

As other reviewers have noted Bombolé is a great surprise in downtown Tucson, just try to plan your visit before the breakfast or lunch rush if you want the most selections available. The place is clean, modern Indian aesthetic with very friendly staff. You order from a selection of empanadas that are made fresh daily (think pastry selections). They have several common options with daily specials. We had the spinach and mushroom, butter chicken, and fiesta (chicken with olives, raisins, carrots, and green beans). All of them were perfectly fried, not oily and flaky. You can order a combo that includes sides such as basmati rice, daal, or slaw as well as sauces like mint chutney, tikka masala, and salsa verde. Everything is made fresh and has bright, rich flavors representing the Indian spices and blends of other flavors. We found the fiesta and spinach with mushroom empanadas our favorites and both the daal and Honduran slaw delightful. Although it is difficult for us to make it for breakfast, look at the options which include chorizo and a potato with egg empanadas we plan to try. read more

Bombolé - Spinach with Mushroom Empanada, Butter Chicken Empanada, and Basmati rice mixed with Daal. - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Wow. Just go and try it. If you don't like it, I would say you just have a simple palette. I had the Pork Curry Empanada with Cilantro Lime sauce. Ahmazing. Space is small but there is some outdoor seating. If not go across the street in library courtyard to eat. Weather was amazing when I visited. Will definitely be back for lunch, and soon. read more

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The flavors! What a great little lunch spot. I like that the food is healthy too. I went with a combo that included a butter chicken empanada and two sides: lentils and slaw. Also came with iced tea, all for under $10! Good choice if you are in a hurry. Just choose your entree and sides, the empanadas are already hot, they toss it on a plate and you are good to go. They have about a dozen small tables or you can get to go. Very creative fusion of Honduran and Indian cuisine. The empanada wrapper and slaw flavors are Central American, the fillings and daal are Indian. They work amazingly well together. With 4 fillings, 3 sides and 3 teas you have a lot of combo possibilities. I really enjoyed my lunch here and I'll be back!! read more

Bombolé - Bimbo combo with daal and slaw - Indian Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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