cute argentinian bakery in west philly! i swung by with my friend around 2p on a weekday for a drink and a snack. we shared the mafalda and the alfajores (with dulce de leche), and i had the iced chai. i was a little disappointed by the chai, it was quite flavorless, it kinda felt like i was drinking dirty water. the pastries were solid, i really enjoyed the mafalda but ive always been more of a savory snack person. we didn't get any empanadas this time, but i would be interested in coming back to try them. the space is rather large with a restaurant portion as well, though we opted to sit at the bar. they also have cooking classes which look like a lot of fun! the employee up front was kind and happily answered our questions. she politely asked us to leave when they closed at 3p. overall, a decent spot if you're in the neighborhood! read more

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This Argentinian place has a cafe in the front and restaurant in the back. They even offer private cooking lessons which seems kind of fun. The small cafe in the front only has a couple of seats. They also sell a ton of pastry type dishes and different types of empanadas. The cafe con leche is amazing here. They use Nizza La Colombe which is a great medium roast bean. I am definitely going to buy some for my own coffee machine. The empanada was so crispy and it had spicy chicken in the middle which offered a kick. The store front also sells interesting Argentinian Knick nacks . read more

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If you haven't had one of the empanadas from Jezabel's you should stop what you are doing and get there asap. I've tried the beef, chicken, and veggie varieties and don't have any notes for any of them. They were so perfectly constructed and the flavors were spot on. These empanadas transcend time and I had them all for breakfast one day and consistently have to force myself to not stop and get more! I actually worked from the cafe one day and it was the perfect environment for a nice meal, coffee, and a meeting. Everyone working is always very friendly and food is served very quickly. I also heard they host events to learn how to make the empanadas and might be signing up soon. read more

Jezabel's - lemonade - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Had the privilege of tasting this delicious treat @ Bok Rooftop Bar. The flavors were amazing. I tried the spicy chicken empandas and the potatoes with cheese. It's totally amazing. The ladies serving the food were efficient and they prepared everyone's order super fast and hot. read more

Jezabel's - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Came here today for lunch with my son to celebrate my birthday on my father's recommendation (who read about it online). The ambiance is good, the aroma of the food smells wonderful, and the food is delicious! I think Jezabel herself waited on me and my son and she was so patient, kind, and helpful when explaining the menu. We both had beef empanadas; I also had the leek while my son had the lentil. They were delicious, as was the homemade gazpacho soup! My son had their hibiscus mint lemonade (I wished I'd ordered it); I had the espresso spritz with lemon juice, which was still good. The passionfruit pastry we had for dessert just melted in our mouths! Would highly recommend this place, but be warned: they like to show up at farmers markets, so double check that they're open before you go. Will definitely be back! read more

Jezabel's - Empanadas and gazpacho soup - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

tl;dr this quaint West Philly cafe hosts a daily assortment of empanadas and Argentinian pastries Jezabel Careaga's store-and-cafe has been widely lauded by critics and amateur foodies alike. The multi-purpose space expands across the first floors of 3 adjacent row homes, accentuating the intimate and homey feels of each room. The space is minimalistic, with unadorned white plaster walls, sleek wooden furnishings, and accent planting. Afternoon sunlight blasts through the large bay windows. Stick to the bakery display room to grab-and-go, or venture into the further rooms to sit and snack. The middle room is highlighted by an open kitchen -- designed for cooking lessons -- with a large center island surrounded by industrial ovens and tall shelves of ingredients and glassware. Wooden booths are complemented by velvet pillows, and the tables are each decked with a woven napkins basket. Further inward, the third room is sprinkled with home goods and local crafts. My partner and I arrived for late lunch on a weekday, and the air was quiet and relaxed. We browsed the pastry counter and opted for a variety of that piqued our interest, including empanadas, mafaldas (medialunas with ham and cheese), Escabeche de Berenjena (Italian pickled eggplant), and chimichurri. Of note, the 'menu' was unclear, even within the restaurant -- our strategy was to guesstimate an appropriately filling assortment of goods. All of the pastries were heated to order, recapturing a warmth and flakiness at the expense of drying out -- a risk soundly mitigated by the sides. The moderately large bowl of chunky eggplant, peppered with spice and served cold, provided a nice acidity to balance out the rich empanadas. On the other hand, the chimichurri was strongly cilantro-y and, while adding a pleasant texture and aroma to pastry-heavy bites, was otherwise forgettable. Each empanada sported a unique, intricate wrapping design. The Fugazza (leeks, sweet onions, and cheese) was the highlight of our meal, with a dynamic array of flavors and textures. In a close second was the Humita (spicy corn and cheese), accented by the pop of sweet corn complemented by rich, stringy cheese. Less memorable were the Carne (spicy ground beef) and Pollo (spicy shredded chicken and olives) varieties; while both were stuffed generously with meat, the flavors were less innovative. Finally, the mafaldas were loaded heavily (or, as generously as a small medialuna can withstand) with slices of sweet ham and cheese, then baked until melty. The service was friendly and laid-back. As a whole, our items ranged from ok to great, and our meal fell short of being truly satiating. At $28 (after tax and tip), our check totaled on the pricier side for cafe fare. While the relaxed vibes and authentic eats are well worth an occasional visit, I don't see Jezabel's entering my regular routine. read more

Jezabel's - Empanadas, Escabeche de Berenjena, and Chimichurri - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Jezabel's has it all! Outstanding coffees, killer empanadas, soups, salads, service and ambiance. Everything you want in a cafe and so much more. Oh, wait did I forget the sweet treats? OMG. To die for. read more

So I went to Jezabel's on a perfectly crisp morning, looking to get some empanadas and maybe some other baked goods. I went in there, and it had a high-end but comfortable atmosphere. There is the cafe side of the restau (restaurant for short) and a dining side of the restau. The woman up front was very welcoming and hospitable, answering all of my questions about the baked goods and the cooking classes that they host. I chose the lenteja (lentil) empanada and the Pollo (chicken empanada). In tasting both of the empanadas, I was a bit disappointed. The spicy chicken empanada wasn't really spicy, nor was it flavorful. Same for the lentil empanada. I was a little bit surprised by the lack of flavor. The meat was cooked correctly; however, for me, the chicken had a texture I wasn't used to. It was slightly rubbery, but it was still average in its taste. The very hospitable waitresses brought me a chimichurri sauce to accompany the empanadas; unfortunately, this sauce just tasted like oil. Nothing to have a foodgasm over, sadly. Now, I have only tried the empanadas. I am sure they might have some flavorful meals, or sabroso, as I like my meals, but what I had left me wanting more... of something else. I'd say, if you are looking for mild and high-end, this would be your space. The ambience was fine, and welcoming. The waitress does her job very well. I didn't try the sweets, even though they were so tempting and looked very good. read more

There was plenty of seating and very clean and chic decorated. The people are friendly and helpful. The food was good. We had empanadas and alfajores. read more

I really wanted to to like this place during Covid there are mental adjustments that should be made when dining. This establishment and area is busy with foot traffic, neighbors and regulars. This restaurant was spotlighted on Fox 29. With that being said it may be why it's a little lax when it comes to customer service you know. when you have a 'following'. It's probably me because I came out on a nice spring day looking to dine outside then move on with the rest of my day. Not so smooth, not so simple. I was a line of three people for about 20 minutes before I got inside the store. The person before me took less than 5 minutes. This issue may be?? How about post the specific empanadas for the day somewhere? During these times most restaurants have the QR code where you can access the menu and be prepared to place an order. Not here but, they did have a QR code if you wanted to pay by Venmo. Navigating the website to place an order suggests you make your request four hours in advance. I'm sure there are other options but the website wasn't exactly clear on that. I would like to have placed the order, arrive whenever they reasonably suggest to sit outside and eat my meal. Something, a plan. When ordering NONE of the empanadas were labeled behind the case so bless his little heart (I'm saying this VERY sarcastically) the one counter person had to point and explain to each customer. I inquired into coffee and tea prices again NOT labeled and he was unsure, he had to go to the pictures on the register. (Enter old jokes about McDonald's cashiers pushing the picture) Instead of offering me a bag with a handle he put my eight empanadas & side items in a paper bag, my soup in a to go container with a container of hibiscus lemonade he proceeded to hand those THREE things to me in my TWO hands. Oh you may want to bag, (giggle). Yeah I do and again bless his little heart, watching him pack was such a chore a single empanada placed at the bottom soup wobbling on top of that etc. Little did I know the side items that had liquid were sitting on top of the empanadas in the paper bag and spilled out. Changing the taste and texture. The service is not rude or unpleasant just slow and lacking experience. who knows? The issue for me, I had to work too hard to spend my money. As far as the food, the empanadas and service were OK worth having not worth the trouble. I'll leave that to the Gentrifitarions! read more

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First Impressions: Really really cute cafe area, the display of baked goods looked a little empty, and wasn't sure how to open the door Lasting Impressions: Great place to spend a lot of time, you can watch them make the empanada dough from your seats, and it was a lot of fun to try a lot of different things! Food: - Pollo and Chorizo/Corn Empanadas: 7.3/10; fresh & nice spiciness, flavors didn't leave a huge impression - Torte de Ricotta: 9.1/10; flavors really subtle but really nice. I also really liked the texture of both the torte shell and filling - Lemon Meringue Pie: 8/10; honestly an interesting texture (gelatinous) but the meringue was so good Liked it a lot :) read more

Jezabel's - Pollo & Chorizo/Corn Empanadas, Lemon Meringue Pie, and Torte de Ricotta - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Good coffee, but is hardly ever open in the early afternoon when I want a break. There are no hours posted so on the door or window, um, guess if it's open or not. Also, it's on a busy street and they have taken over the parking area with seating which nobody uses most of the time ...so there are double parked cars loading and unloading at the local businesses. Who ever thought it would be fun to eat outside next to a loud engine and exhaust fumes anyway? but the point is that for a "business" that caters to the public, they aren't doing a great job of being a community member. It's totally someone's right to only work at the times that are best for them, but how about posting some hours so we don't waste time walking over there? Food is OK, but not much selection; I'd go for the coffee if I could be sure it was open. read more

Food is so good! Service was excellent, and workers were very nice and helpful. Definitely recommend coming here!! read more

Jezabel's - Empanadas (cheese and leek, beef) Veggie quiche Butternut squash soup - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My man went out to run some errands on Friday and came home with a box of empanadas from a Jezabel's pop-up. We received two each of four different kinds and the box came with three side sauces/pickled veggies. We heated up half the box for lunch on Saturday, but everything was so delicious that we decided to heat the rest and go all in! My favorites were the chicken with olives and beef with raisins, but the empanada with leeks was great, too. I especially loved the chimichurri sauce - I could eat that with everything! Looking forward to more empanadas in my future! read more

Jezabel's - Empanadas to-go! - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Jezabels is one of my favorite cafes in Philadelphia! This is an amazing place to go if you enjoy specialty coffees and teas. Their empanadas are also incredible. Plus, you can actually watch the employees make the empanadas right in front of you! Aside from the incredible food and service, the ambiance at Jezabels is unmatched. It is a very calm and cozy environment. It also has great wifi. read more

It's a shame the food here is so good. I randomly continue to go here thinking the service will improve, but it is absolutely terrible. The staff are rude, the place is truly unwelcoming, and the wait time is absurdly slow. This weekend will likely be the last time I ever go there. read more

I love this place. The cheese and leek empanadas are I also love the Pasta Frolla which is a tart with quince paste and they regularly sell out of them. Jezabel's is a regular weekend treat for me. I just wish they were open in the evenings. read more

This place is wonderful. Cozy cafe and restaurant offering Argentinean fare, light and airy, lots of plants, calm and peace. It has a cafe side for orders of pastries, tea and coffee and a separate dining space for table service. They specialize in empanadas and they are delicious. The pastry is fresh and flaky and the fillings are so very tasty. Try the spinach. They run lunch specials with salads and fresh soups and their desserts are creative and delightful. They also offer cooking classes. This is a great spot to grab an afternoon bite. The ambiance is perfect. This is a special place. So glad it's in the neighborhood. read more

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5 stars for friendly service from a wonderful small local business, and amazing cappuccinos! Today I had the pleasure of drinking a cappuccino made by a lovely staff member who roasts/supplies the "vamo!" coffee beans for the shop. Coffee so good, I just had to buy some coffee beans for home! (Also, the shop is so cute with really nice plants decorating the space) read more

Jezabel's - Two bags of amazing "vamo! Coffee" beans. One in dark and one in medium roast. Highly recommend. - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Food is very good; it's cute inside and has a few tables on the sidewalk. Recommend calling for hours

Jezabel's can be pricey but the empanadas are worth it. Unfortunately, the service and wait were not worth it. Waiting, at times, is to be expected, but curt and rude service is not worth the empanadas, and an indifferent and superficial apology doesn't help. Unfortunately, I spoke to management, who made the situation even worse with their unprofessionalism and haste. Sadly, I will not be returning for the best empanadas in this part of the city. If you go, schedule ahead and bring a book, charge your phone, bring a snack... read more

Cute little coffee shop tucked away on the edge of University City and West Philly. I liked the selections there and the convenience.

We recently celebrated our niece's 40th birthday at Jezabel's. It was a special, private event for about 35 people. Jezabel and her team wowed us all with an amazing multi-course meal, starting with a huge array of family-style appetizers (including a delicious Spanish style tortilla), moving on to a first course of her famous empanadas, followed by a beautiful main-course of Argentinian beef (mixed roasted mushrooms for the non-carnivores) and a creamy gnocchi dish. Dessert was a delicate pavlova with spiced pears. It was a perfect meal and delightful venue for a celebration. If you're looking for a small, intimate event menu that's happily different from standard restaurant fare and meeting rooms, give Jezabel's a try. She is warm and welcoming and cranked out a lot of remarkable regional Argentinian food from a reasonably small kitchen--adding to the charm of the evening. Vegan? No problem. She's got you covered! read more

Jezabel's is a pleasant cafe with unique bakery options and a good selection of coffee. The vibes are clean and relaxed, and it was a good experience in the cafe. The employees are covid-mindful, so that is much appreciated. It's a bit on the pricier end, but for good reason. I would definitely come back for a light breakfast here! read more

Jezabel's - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Went in for coffee and to get some work done. After getting my quiche, something I paid 9 USD for and settling in. I was told to move my stuff from the dining area. I was told the dining area is reserved from people without a laptop. I respect restaurant/cafe rules and I am happy to oblige. But this is the kind of information, they should have been upfront about when I placed the order. I was also not directed to a seat when I came in. I am not going to visit the place again. Their treatment of the customer was very rude and uncalled for read more

Pro: good music, good interior decoration Cons: - generally overpriced drink and food items: drinks are all more expensive than the Green Line Cafe next door, empanadas are $2.75 each for a tiny piece, not even tasty. - very very cold in the winter in the cafe area - no internet on the weekends - $10 minimum for card payments Overall I don't recommend this place read more

Absolutely gorgeous place, clean lines, modern, open kitchen. We arrived, promptly greeted and seated, got to watch Jezabel do her magic in the kitchen. Ordered Empanadas, fresh out of the oven. The quiche was fluffy, light and delicious. The leche chocolate dessert, I like more than the blue berry scones Will return! read more

These were some of the saddest empanadas I've ever had. I gave it a 2 stars because the service was nice. However, the empanadas are so tiny for the cost of $3.75. We got 4, totaling around $15.75. They were bland, with barely any seasoning. The spicy chicken empanadas spice was actually adding salt. I've had larger, tastier, and more seasoned empanadas for $2 each. Also if you plan to do work here, don't come on the weekends as there is no wifi then. read more

Jezabel's - Sad empanadas - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A beautifully setup cafe with plenty of space for getting work done and hanging out in the West Philly area. I was so looking forward to enjoying the empanadas and pastries but unfortunately, I was disappointed not only with the quality of them but also the price point for each item. Like others have said, none of the empanadas had labels, were served cold and even after asking for them to be heated up, were disappointing to taste. The facturas were good but did not make up for the disappointing empanadas. Perhaps, this was a one-off experience, but we're not planning any return trips any time soon. read more

Jezabel's is in a great location next to the park! The interior is small but cute and clean. However, the food did not deliver. We grabbed spinach and mushroom empanadas and they were amazingly bland! As if they had not added any spices or salt. I wanted to like this place but sadly will not be back! read more

The empanadas were really good. They had great flavors, and the wrapping tasted homemade. Also, it's hard to be homemade alfajores. read more

Jezabel's - Empanadas - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Review template for easy use First Impression: Quick order for Take Out due to COVID! Customer Service; Woman/Women Owned.‍ Munch: (CARNE) Beef Empanada; Great tender beef. Flaky Light Empanada pocket. There were raisins ( I think...) ;loved that. (POLLO) Chicken Empanada- ummm delicious; but I am not a fan of olives. I would suggest mincing them so they aren't as pungent ( that's an Opinion based on personal preference...) They both had a spicy sauce but just enough spice! No water or milk or any other sip to cool your mouth off. Sips: N/A Munchie Scale:       MUNCHLESS             MUNCHIOCRE      MUNCHTASTIC - MUNCHIE (I)vy Nooo pics! Totally forgot. The empanadas were a surprise and I started chomping right away! Thank you for great food! Will return! read more

Really cute little shop with only a few specials (empanadas, quiche, sandwiches, and dessert items). We had the beef empanada, spinach and mushroom empanada, and a corn quiche. The empanadas were baked fresh and quite tasty, though I felt the crust was a bit too thick. I preferred the beef -- much more flavorful! The quiche was sweet and relatively light, especially when paired with the house salad. All in all, quaint location and solid food. I will probably be back again. read more

Jezabel's - Corn quiche with house salad - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Great customer service, lovely atmosphere, simple menu yet tasty food. Wish there was a drink menu for coffee & teas ..but they can make just about anything. Had the chicken & beef empanadas & they were quite filling. Not too spicy either. read more

Located on a quiet street, Jezabel is a lovely, quaint little neighborhood cafe serving up homemade Argentinian snacks. We stopped by for a small mid afternoon snack. Their kitchen had just closed, so we chose one of each empanada: beef, spinach-mushroom, and sweet corn. The fillings were rather simple but tasty, encased in slightly sweet pastry dough. We also split a frozen mint lemonade, which was super minty and refreshing. Next time I'm in the area, I'd love to stop by and try out their breakfast or lunch options. read more

Really cute place with lots of potential. Got some espresso and alfajores- coffee was bad, alfajores was great! Overpriced for sure. Any business has only one chance to make a good first impression. This place is no exception. Service was bad! It is like they are doing you a favor for serving you. read more

Jezabel's - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This cute cafe is located in a building with a long history. I first visited it a couple weeks ago with friends. We were happy with the drinks we ordered, including the yerba mate. We weren't there for food, but it looks good. The tablecloths were rather stained and had food dried on them. If not for that, I'd have given this cafe 4 stars. read more

Jezabel's - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is a nice cafe close to work, and that's how I found it. We went for lunch and enjoyed the lunch special which includes a salad and two empanadas. I chose the two vegetarian options, one with lentils and one with spinach. The salad was very nice and well dressed. I also enjoyed the empanadas; the dough was just a little too bready for me, but tasty. It's hard for me to criticize anything wrapped in a nice pastry!! I also shared a Spanish tortilla which was very nicely layers with potatoes; with some extra seasoning and flavor, this could be REALLY good; otherwise, it was good. This is a nice place with good food, and I would definitely return during lunch because it's close to work. I enjoyed my lunch, but it wouldn't be a destination location for me. read more

Found this place by accident! Very cute inside. Byob too. I'll definitely be bringing friends back :) read more

Jezabel's - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

We discovered this gem on a recent visit to Philadelphia. A wide variety of empanadas, more interesting and better than any I had when I lived in Santiago, Chile. If I were a local, I'd try the soups and pastries and I'd be there every day for a cortado and the friendly service. read more