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    Felix’s Handmade Empanadas

    3.7 (16 reviews)
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    Neema B.

    Someone described food from this place to me as the "best empanadas they ever had". I've been anxious to try them since then. I didn't know the name of the restaurant until I arrived and that's when I recognized it as the same empanada place in Optimist Hall. I've had empanadas from there and loved them. My first impression of this location wasn't great. I immediately noticed the clutter on the messy counter, a woman preparing dough in the front window and the lack of activity. Honestly, it looked like they were still setting up and weren't ready for customers. I expected to get turned away, but a guy walked up to greet me and take my order. When I attempted to pay with cash I was asked to use a card instead, since they didn't have change for a $20. Interesting. I went with the special and ordered 3 empanadas: 1 chicken, 2 beef. They were ready pretty quickly, but it would have been helpful if the different meats were separated, since I had to take a guess at which was which. Sadly the beef empanada was very dry and needed more seasoning. I wouldn't order that again. The chicken was slightly better, definitely more moist and I liked flavor. Overall the crust on both was really tasty. I wasn't as pleased with my visit here and I don't think I'd return. I have had several positive experience at the other location and would return there in a heartbeat.

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    A J.

    Stop by on whim to see if they could accommodate a walk-in order for 12 ppl. Oh and have it ready in 45 minutes. The gentlemen did not flinch and hooked me up. I ended up with 28 delicious empanadas: chicken, steak, cheeseburger and spinach, plus rice and beans. These guys saved the day for me and made my monthly team meeting a success. Can't wait to come back and try some other flavors.

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    Their pick 3 for $15 mix and match empanadas were the perfect lunch snack! Love the market arcade area. Pretty and quaint

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    Some of the worst food I have ever tried in Charlotte. Ordered a 6 pack of 3 different flavors, ended up throwing it all away.

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    If you're visiting Optimist Hall, which as a wonderful vibe, and looking for something unique, delicious, and easy to share, Felix's is definitely worth a stop.

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    I've encountered & eaten from this food truck twice - once at Armored Cow Brewing and again months…read morelater at Veronet Vineyards. These folks may not give you forks, but they know what they're doing! Service has always been friendly and helpful, despite how busy the line can get. The cubanos are amazing - I've gotten the original and also the BBQuban. The OG is super solid, but OMG that BBQ one is just delectable and a great texture. Trust me. Try it. They also have the best yucca fries I've probably ever had. My issue with most yucca fries is that the texture tends to be pretty tough, but these are so soft inside - like they mashed the yucca first and then formed the fries. I don't know what magic they use, but they're incredible, and you must get some. We also got a churro filled with dulce de leche, and it came out nice and hot with lots of cinnamon sugar coating. I didn't love the dulce de leche filling for some reason - maybe I got spoiled by spending time in Argentina - so next time I'll likely go for the regular churro.

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    Pio's restaurant has gotten a facelift and it's even better than it was in the past! The score has…read moreincreased to 99, the seating has been updated and the food is still delicious--maybe even better! We went on a Saturday afternoon and enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and attentive service. Our meal was excellent as it has consistently been, especially since the changes have been made to the restaurant. I want to make sure that I mention the cleanliness of the women's bathroom. This is the second time in a row that I've used it and it is very well maintained. It's large, clean and odorless. It gives me an overall positive feeling about the restaurant, which adds to my comfort when we eat here. We love coming here. The prices are reasonable, the portion sizes are just right, and the servers are attentive and friendly. A great experience!!

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