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    4.7 (7 reviews)
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    9 months ago

    Order in advance now for the best empanadas outside of Argentina! We had one of everything on the menu and all were delicious!

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    1 year ago

    Super nice server and the empanadas were fabulous. Husband and I especially liked the short rib and cheese.

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    Buela’s Empanadas

    Buela’s Empanadas

    5.0(9 reviews)
    9.8 mi

    These are the best empanadas hands down! The filling is always well seasoned and you can taste the…read morelove and care they put into each of their empanadas! It feels like a warm hug from your grandma when you're eating these, so I can understand why they are Buelas empanadas! My favorite are the ground meat ones and the buffalo chicken ones but honestly all of their flavors have been amazing! Their customer service has been impeccable each time I've ordered, and you feel good about supporting this business due to how great they treat you! These have become my go to for any potluck or get together, as they are a party favorite each time I've brought them! Please give them a try, you won't be disappointed! Ps: I wished they bottled their sauces because I'd slather everything in them! Haha

    Sooooo gooood!! Hands down the best empanadas I've had in SD. They're flaky and crispy and the…read morefillings are packed with flavor! My favorite is their jalapeño ham and cheese!! Been waiting for them to sell these again. I've also had the beef and buffalo which were delicious as well. They also include sauces but I can go without them because of all the flavor packed in one empanada!! YUM. They gave me the option to buy a pack frozen or freshly made (pre orders). I've had both options and loved the frozen option because I can just pop them in the air fryer or on a pan and whenever I'm craving some of their empanadas! Highly recommend getting trying their empanadas. Definitely will be a crowd pleaser at parties :)

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    Q'ero Restaurant - Ceviche Don Cucho

    Q'ero Restaurant

    4.0(904 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Upon arrival this place was very busy so I definitely recommend a reservation if you're thinking of…read morecoming here! The space is small and intimate and I think it would be a nice place for a casual date! We were seated quickly and the server was really great throughout the whole meal and very knowledgeable about the food. I appreciated that he let us know about the specials without us needing to ask. We started off with some drinks. I got a red wine sangria and it was good but I did find it to taste a bit watered down but it wasn't a huge deal! We also got a carne empanada and the flavor was to die for. The beef and onion was so delicious and savory. It was juicy inside but the outside was crispy and dry not soggy at all. The portion size was fairly large as well. We also got the yuca frites. They were good. Crispy but still nice and starchy and filling. Not my favorite dish but only because of personal preference and not because they didn't do it well! Lastly we ended with the pork shank special they had for the night. It was absolutely amazing. The meat just fell off the bone and was so tender. I loved how the mushroom and spinach came with the pork. All of the different parts of the fish came together really well to made it exceptional. It was a hearty and comforting meal and I wish it were on their regular menu! I'm excited to come here again in the future to try more dishes.

    I'm not being dramatic when I say this is the BEST restaurant food I've ever had in my life…read more Everything is made in house and full of flavor. We shared the ceviche for the table, so fresh!! Empanadas and tamales you can tell they're made from scratch. Adorable ambiance, I would be thrilled to go on a date here or sit outside for a weekend lunch. Clean, upbeat music, and very kind service

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    Q'ero Restaurant - Ceviche is citrusy and spicy, paired with sweet potatoes, corn, and crunchy fried banana.

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    Ceviche is citrusy and spicy, paired with sweet potatoes, corn, and crunchy fried banana.

    Fuego Empanadas - Grass-fed Beef empanada. Fresh, grass-fed ground beef, potatoes, onions, garlic and spices. Chimichurri sauce recommended.

    Fuego Empanadas

    4.4(11 reviews)
    5.8 mi

    Was totally unimpressed by the food here. Full disclosure, we get the food through Relish catering…read more The only options to order there were the combos, fine. I got to my lunch late, so it was cold. Fine. Not their fault. What was their fault: the rice was dried out and crunchy like it had been sitting since the day before. It was inedible. The beans were fine. The ham and cheese empanada tasted so mustardy the other flavors were overwhelmed. I couldn't make the cheese out at all. The other empanada was not memorable as I can't even remember what it was. Chicken or beef. Anyway, all I remembered was not to order from here again. I'm actually getting a cold sandwich from a not favorite place as the other option instead of trying this again. That dried out rice destroyed my trust.

    Truly disappointed in my order from this place via DoorDash…read more I ordered food for my workplace and since I am the only one that does not eat meat, I ordered a veggie empanada for myself. Everyone got their order, except I did not receive my veggie empanada. I received one with sausage and egg. Pre-COVID I would have been able to share someone's rice and beans, but could not do it and so I was left with no lunch. Only positive is that ppl seemed to like the pork BBQ empanadas.

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    Fuego Empanadas - Guava and Cream empanada. Sugar crusted empanada filled with guava and cream cheese.

    Guava and Cream empanada. Sugar crusted empanada filled with guava and cream cheese.

    Fuego Empanadas - Ham and Swiss Empanada. Ham, swiss, mustard mayo sauce. Fuego Salsa recommended.

    Ham and Swiss Empanada. Ham, swiss, mustard mayo sauce. Fuego Salsa recommended.

    Fuego Empanadas - Chicken Empanada. Free-range, citrus marinated chicken breast, basil pesto, sundried tomato.

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    Chicken Empanada. Free-range, citrus marinated chicken breast, basil pesto, sundried tomato.

    Casera Latin Kitchen and Bakery - Fried Beef Empanada.

    Casera Latin Kitchen and Bakery

    4.7(235 reviews)
    11.5 mi
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    I was in the area absolutely starving -- like next-level hungry -- but I didn't want fast food or…read moreany big national chain. I drove into the center just to see what was there, and that's when I found Casera. The pictures in the window caught my eye, so I figured I'd stop in and try a few empanadas. The woman behind the counter told me they had three kinds that day: spinach and cheese, chicken, and beef. I ordered two of each and literally cleaned her out. From the moment I walked in, the place had such an authentic, family-run feel -- you can just tell when food is made with care. She asked if I wanted hot sauce, and I told her I love hot sauce. She handed me both a salsa verde and a salsa rojo, and man... after the very first bite (I started with the chicken), I completely lost my mind. I added the sauces and went to town. Before I knew it, I had eaten all six empanadas. I am ridiculously full right now, but they were so good I honestly couldn't stop myself. If I had ordered a dozen, I would've eaten a dozen. Thank you for being here, thank you for the amazing food, and thank you for giving me something to look forward to every week. I'll definitely be back.

    I enjoy a good Latin or South American dish and this place is mainly Peruvian & Colombian themed…read more I'm familiar with some Brazilian food and brands so I'm thrilled when I can come here for a Guaraná soda. I've had everything from their saltado dishes, empanadas of various kinds, an assortment of their pastries, and ready to go drinks. Everything has been good for the most part. Tho when I'm craving a dessert stop here I favor the guava pastry and the alfajores, & you have to special order the cheese Pastry/bread. I'm a huge fan of "pudim" that's how you say flan in Portuguese! Yet the flan is not my favorite here since the sugar caramelization it's usually cooked too much, causing a burnt flavor, and the consistency is too aerated rather than having a creamy and smooth consistency. I've tried it a few times and that seems to be their consistent style. We get cravings for this place and like that we're mainly serviced by the nice owners of this restaurant. The restaurant is decorated in their native culture in mind. I love that! If you're craving a good empanada or a sweet tooth treat come and give them a try!

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    Peruvian Fried Beef Empanada

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