Mi Empanada

4.4 (102 reviews)

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Amanda D.

This is the best spot for Empanadas in Pittsburgh. I really appreciate that they use olive oil and no seed oils, they make their dough fresh daily, they do catering and have a wide variety of unique empanada flavors. I already want to go back! I tried the chicken, beef, pork, and buffalo chicken. The buffalo chicken was my favorite! The crust is so flakey and delicious! Owner is friendly and helped make sure I had a wonderful first time experience trying Mi Empanada. There is not much place to sit inside so more of a grab and go, a few seats outside. They also have discounted day old empanadas and sides. Lots of street parking nearby.

Tiffany Y.

Mi Empanada is a local business that makes and sells Argentinian empanadas, sandwiches, and sides. The empanadas come in flavors such as beef, chicken, lamb, egg-cheddar, spinach, apple-walnut, and several others. The sandwiches come in several flavors such as chorizo, steak, chicken, and eggplant. Sides include chili, rice, and salad. In addition, Mi Empanada locally sources some pastries such as tres leches and flan. At the 2025 Pittsburgh Taco Festival, I bought one lamb empanada, a flavor that I had not previously tried anywhere, for several dollars. The empanada was a large size, and the crust and meat tasted good.

Sarah K.

Mi Empanada makes some of the freshest, most delicious empanadas in town. We usually get some to eat there and take a few home because they reheat so well. They have vegetarian and vegan options. The service is top notch and the value here is just incredible. Must try when in Lawrenceville.

Keirstin C.

I went here briefly off of a friends suggestion. The service was really good he answered all my questions and heated up my empanada for me. I got one of the specials with pork belly and balsamic apples. It was delicious will definitely back in the summer while walking around lawrenceville.

Leslie H.

I was glad to see Mi Empanada at the 2025 Pittsburgh Taco Festival. I couldn't decide between their spinach and butternut squash empanadas, so I got one of each. Both were delicious. If I had to pick one, I would say that the one with butternut squash had a slight edge. I liked the creamy texture and slightly sweet filling. Both were great, though, and paired nicely.

Rachael R.

Wow we finally tried this place and I am so glad we did! We got a sampling of flavors to try later that day at home. However we did ask for the bacon egg and cheese one heated up and it was so good for a breakfast option! Our favorite was the beef brisket, but the chicken, beef, and buffalo chicken were good as well. The crusts are excellent, and I really liked all the sauce options (we tried both chimis, the spicy, and the carrot hot sauce). Everything was tasty and heated up really well in our air fryer. We also got an apple dessert one which was pretty good too, but I preferred the savory options. We will definitely be back!

Brisket, chicken, and black bean w sweet potato empanada, spanish rice, side salad

Sheila S.

It might be tiny, but it's brimming with flavor and character. This is a hidden gem! We went for a late lunch and brought home more for dinner! The brisket, chicken, and black bean empanada are shown. My favorite was the brisket. Delicious!!! Light, crispy, excellent reheated in an airfryer. Everyone there is super friendly and helpful choosing food. It's currently smallish, seats 4, but they are putting outdoor seating so get out there and be sure you're hungry!

Tyler P.

Perfect place to grab a quick bite in Lawrenceville! The sauces pair very well and they have amazing vegetarian options as well. The sweet potato black bean empanada... **chef's kiss! Thank you for incorporating vegetarian options in your menu! There are so few options in Lville. 4 stars just because it's so hard to wrap my head around the prices. You need to spend quite a bit to get full here!

Alberta N.

If I had to pick my favorite small business in Pittsburgh, this would be it. While it looks small from the outside, this place truly has so many options for empanadas once you step inside. It seems like each month there are new flavors to try. The only downside as that the prices of the empanadas have been going up since I first started going two years ago, but I'm hopeful that as more people discover this spot the fare will become more affordable. If you are coming to try, then plan for carry-out. Would recommend the classic beef empanada as well as the onion and cheese.

Angela L.

Expensive empanadas. I am coming from New York City that has a much larger Hispanic population so selling empanadas for five dollars would be crazy. And even doing it here to me is still kind of crazy. But I guess when there's less options available, you get to do what you want. empanada was ok, I got the buffalo chicken and the cheese and onions. I would suggest not getting the cheese and onions. The onions were very slimy and the cheese wasn't that great either. the buffalo chicken was decent tho. I probably would not return for an empanada, I don't think they are worth the price. Nor is the taste that great. I do understand that they have a lot of fans though so try it for yourself if you insist.

Aaron W.

I wanted to be excited about this place - funky Lawrenceville shop with a semi-novelty food item, pretty display/layout inside. Indeed, they sell many different empanada flavors (mostly meat but also some vegetarian). You can check out the entire array when you walk inside and it does make for some mouth-watering lunch shopping. But I was just underwhelmed by the empanadas themselves. I tried the chicken flavor and butternut squash flavor on two different days. Both were very doughy (can't go wrong there) and also pretty bland. The chicken one literally had no flavor whatsoever; the squash one had a bit of semi-sweet filling, but again mostly dough. Both times, I was left feeling like I had eaten a big fluffy biscuit, so a tasty snack but not really a proper lunch. You can buy sauces in small plastic containers for $1 each but this feels like a roundabout way to add flavor to something. The empanadas are already $5 each, so I'd expect them to come with more flavor rather than having to pay more just to add flavor via the sauce. I'd recommend that they bake some of the sauce flavor into the empanadas themselves. My favorite perk was the $7 deals for two of yesterday's empanadas. More reasonable that the $5 price and they heat up very quickly in the toaster oven.

David B.

Really delightful empanadas shop with great food. We tried their "take and bake" option with great success. There are many empanadas to choose from, including several vegetarian options. If you order ahead, the pickup is quick and friendly. I absolutely recommend the sauces, especially the traditional chimichurri.

Ken L.

This place in Lawrenceville has a great selection of homemade empanadas! I love that they press their own and their empanadas have " Mi Empanada " printed on the side of them. They have a lot of different types, from buffalo chicken to vegan ones. I love that they have vegan options but I didn't love the vegan spinach one. The chicken one I got was really good though. I like how they sell frozen ones in store too.

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Nancy C.

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I studied in Argentina in college. It's extremely difficult to get that type of food here. I loved it so much and always hoped that I could get the same type of food at home. Sadly, it took almost twenty years for that to happen. Once I heard that Mi Empanada was opening a physical location, I was so excited and couldn't wait to try it. Had been watching for them to open and couldn't wait to get takeout. We got beef and chicken empanadas. They took me back to that wonderful time in my life. Absolutely delicious! They were the closest things that I've had since my time there. Unbelievable! They were so crispy and full of savory beef and chicken. We also had the alfajores (dulce de leche or caramel cookie) and they were delectable. Can't wait to try the milanesas (chicken cutlet sandwich). My friend tried them and loved them. They said they're working on their lomitos (steak sandwich). Can't wait! Run don't walk there. read more

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Gabriela P.

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Loved these empanadas! Got a variety including strawberry and cream, vegan spinach, and beef empanadas. They were all wonderful highly recommend all of them! Staff very friendly and even offered to warm them up. Offered a good variety including 3 vegan options. Very limited seating so expect to take out if going during a peak time. read more

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Soleil M.

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I've been wanting to try this spot for awhile and it didn't disappoint! The dough is so buttery and fresh on all of the empanadas! My favorites were the lamb and peaches and cream. The lamb empanada was so flavorful and the peaches and cream was so yummy all I needed was a scoop of ice cream! read more

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If you're looking for a great take out option, this is it! You don't need to place an order before stopping, just be mindful of business hours. They have a variety of fresh empanadas and sandwiches and $5 prepackaged empanada sets from the previous day. I went with the beef and chicken. Both were excellent! I personally loved the mixture in the beef empanada the best. I've been hunting for a good Argentinian empanada here for years! My favorite part about the chicken is the way the shell is folded. It gets an almost crispy edge to it. Needless to say, I'll be going back to try the other fillings. I also commend the staff here for all the work they're doing to keep it safe for pick up. Thank you, thank you!! read more

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Rain R.

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I just adore everything I've had from here! I remember when they had a little setup during First Friday in Lawrenceville! I'd always get the sweet potato and black bean. It's really exciting they have their own place now and especially exciting they have so many vegan and vegetarian options. My current favorite is the Humita empanada.. I'm not sure what exactly it reminds me of but it definitely takes me somewhere. The black bean and sweet potato is still something I get every time I go- perfectly spiced. The polenta is also a real star, do NOT pass it up if you are able to eat dairy. It's addicting and goes surprisingly well with the empanadas. There is no dine-in seating. Even in the best of times, I think the front is just to small for any chairs, and honestly, I prefer it just the way it is! Empanadas are really something that can be eaten on the go. Just make sure you don't spill your dipping sauce.. P.s. you must ask for napkins or utensils specifically. You won't get them otherwise! ** I was mistaken on the seating, there are two chairs (not together) and two little window seats. There's also a table outside. read more

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Justin H.

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5 years ago

This place has very good empanadas, I had the beef and the ham and cheese, but delicious. The ham and cheese could of had more cheese but besides that they were a nice snack for the afternoon, 2-3 could be a meal. If you are on Butler street in Lawrenceville, stop by, you won't be dissatisfied. read more

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Elizabeth B.

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I appreciated their vegan options! I haven't had an empanada since going vegan, and this hit the spot! Super affordable and quick service.

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Kellen S.

4 years ago

Do not go. By far worst place in Lawerenceville. Not only was the staff rude, but the food was difficult to eat. The grayish meat inside the empanada made it inedible. Of all the places to go and spend money in the neighborhood, I would choose any other place if you want an actual good quality meal for your money. read more

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Kari S.

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After stalking this place for few weeks, I finally ventured to Mi Empanada with the full intention to get 1-2 of every empanada! The place was really clean and inviting. My car smelled amazing and I just had to practice a lot of discipline not to start eating before I got home. The chimichurri sauce they provide was absolutely delish!! Can't wait for my next trip to try their sandwiches. read more

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Arnold R.

6 years ago

As a Bolivian in Pittsburgh, I am always looking for food that is at least close to the food from my country. I was really looking forward to trying this restaurant since Argentinian food reminds me of home cooked meals. The milanesa sandwiches were very cold (seemed refrigerated) and one had a piece of fuzz in it. The empanadas were bland, small for the price, and lacking flavor. I'm really really disappointed. I wanted to love this place but it just wasn't good and it was $49 plus tax for a small amount of food. read more

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Taya j.

5 years ago

Theres not much to say other than the food was really good and the sauce really brought the food together. read more

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Tiffany Y.

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I made a quick stop at Mi Empanada while in Lawrenceville -- and I'm SO glad I did! This place is delicious. Due to COVID, I picked up food (empanadas) to go, and it was still fantastic when I got home. Their empanadas are packed full of the most delicious fillings, and their chimichurri sauce really seals the deal for me. I will be back! read more

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Eva R.

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Came here on a Thursday and they offer $1 off for every 2 empanadas you buy! They have a great variety from ham & cheese, chicken, lamb, beef, and vegetarian ones as well. The ham & cheese was delicious! The ground lamb was unique as well with a nice flavor profile. The chicken was just ok. Their dough is not too thick and holds the contents well. They are served with a super tasty chimmichurri sauce! Prices are reasonable as they are $4 an empanada and they are pretty decent sized. 2-3 probably make a meal. Would recommend for anyone craving some empanadas in the Lawrenceville area. read more

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Arline D S.

4 years ago

First time trying Mi Empanada. So GOOD! The Alfajor, chocolate was just yummy. Not too sweet or heavy, a soft but crunchy cookie covered in chocolate. Empanadas were great. Dough was light and flakey, just a little crispy. Like the best pie dough. Lamb was my fave, seasoned well, so tasty. Both chicken and beef were really good. Seasonings were perfect - no heat!!!Also got Spanish rice, a peaches&cream empanada, but haven't tried yet. I'm so pleased with all I've tasted. I will reorder for sure. Thank you! read more

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Jon R.

6 years ago

Gross. Tried this place out the other day being a newer restaurant. I love empanadas and sampled many during a trip through Argentina so I was excited about the new opening of an empanada spot. After picking them up and taking them home, with high expectations, I was surprisingly disappointed. The dough was extremely dry and the filling was borderline inedible. I would not recommend this place whatsoever and with hundreds of other available options, I would spend my money elsewhere. read more

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caleb G.

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many vegan options -- half the empanada selection. fresh. tasty. fast. just opened their brick and mortar location. i'm at the opening now. a nice addition to the Pittsburgh culinary landscape. read more

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Alisa G.

5 years ago

We tried two of their vegan empanada choices, tres leches cake, and pasta frola (all of them were delicious). We ordered for dinner but the empanadas would probably be best as a lunch instead. If you order yesterday's, you get a discount too. I really enjoyed the empanadas and would love to come back some time for lunch! read more

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Marco B.

6 years ago

Amazing empanadas, and the store is beautifully designed. Although not a vegetarian, the vegetarian options were my favorite! They are all very good. I highly recommend the sandwiches. They say that they are six inches, but it is a big sandwich and very filling. This is a great place to show to friends, order for appetizers for parties, or even just for a small meal. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. There are a variety of types of empanadas in the world. I see another comentar criticizing the ingredients, and hopefully they will come to understand the world is very diverse. Some of the fillings may be different to what some are used too, but this is just a great opportunity to experience something new and delicious. read more

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Genevieve B.

6 years ago

We got a "take and bake" order of the beef and humita empanadas with an 8 oz side of chimi churi sauce on the side and two Argentine salatas for dinner tonight and man, did it hit the spot! I'm really glad they have this option. We got six empanadas in each box and cooked up what we wanted and saved the rest. The salata was fresh and went well with our meal. The humita was DELICIOUS with savory AND sweet squash, corn, peppers and onions. My spouse loved the beef empanadas, and was delighted by the egg in the mixture and noted they had a flaky buttery crust. Ordered and paid over the phone and picked up swiftly. Will definitely be back. read more

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Chaz A.

6 years ago

Overall tasteless and disappointing. The empanada was extremely dry and the dipping sauce was basically greasy oil which was trying to compensate the dryness. read more

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Veronica C.

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Tasty Argentinian empanaderia in Lawrenceville. Didn't expect much, but was overall impressed. An empanadas are $4 each, and can be heated upon request. Crust is flaky, empanadas are generously filled, and chimichurri sauce was garlicky and tangy. read more

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Benjamin K.

5 years ago

Really enjoyed my Buffalo Chicken empanadas. They were very tasty and fresh and not too filling. I should have ordered a side dish, but I didn't. Next time I'll try one. read more

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Daniel P.

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Update: Keeping my score given the food is indeed awesome but super bummed they are no longer catering to walk-in counter service. Walked in and ordered 4 empanadas, and a chicken sandwich and was told it would be 45 minutes for the sandwich. Happened the other day too. Definitely a disappointment for those who live close by. read more

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Addy C.

5 years ago

I pass by this cute little place on the way to work all the time. Finally had time to stop. Tried the beef, chicken and buffalo chicken flavors. They were all so good! Super fast, friendly service, and so yummmy! Oh and they also have jarritos sodas which I love! read more

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Matthew J.

3 years ago

Really delicious! Try the vegetable empanadas too- always taste good, but if you can get there soon after they open they are amazing empanadas!! Truly read more

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Brian E.

5 years ago

Miami native here, these are delicious empanadas. Very nice pastry and great flavors in the filling. They also have a really good chimichuri sauce. read more

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Urmi A.

3 years ago

Food was good but 6$ for one empanada seems a bit much. They are not even that good to charge this much. Won't visit again.

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Mandie C.

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6 years ago

Got takeout from here last night. Ordering through their website was easy, and they called me so I could pay with a credit card before picking up. They have a sign on the door that only one guest is allowed in at a time, which made me feel good about how seriously they're taking care of their customers. We picked up three empanadas, the polenta, salad and a coke (duh). Everything was delicious, my favorite was the chicken empanada but my b/f preferred the sweet potato and black bean. This place is convenient, affordable and friendly and I would definitely eat here again! read more

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Rick A.

3 years ago

Service was excellent and the empanadas were fresh from the oven. The atmosphere was welcoming which made for a very enjoyable experience. Definitely worth the stop. read more

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Katy R.

6 years ago

Wonderful empanadas. Ordered delivery and ever then was still tasty and the dough was so flaky and delicious. Filling is very generous. Try the lamb! read more

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Arush K.

5 years ago

Food ordering simplified, excellent vegetarian options, superb staff. Its my favorite to-go place in the city

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Yueyang C.

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Man their empanadas are delicious! And the dipping sauce is something on a whole different level... garlic, chili, parsley, vinegar oil and perhaps some additional magical secret ingredients... it goes so well with the empanadas!! read more

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Nancy O.

5 years ago

This place is amazing! I highly recommend the polenta...BEST I've ever had!!! The ham and cheese empanada's were bomb as were the lamb and chicken ones. read more

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Giselle L.

6 years ago

So good! I ordered every flavor empanada on my first visit and they were all amazing. Staff was super friendly and helpful. So happy I came across this gem on one of my walks. It made a nice impromptu dinner in the park. read more

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Edsel B.

6 years ago

Go to place for lunch. Fresh,quick,and right size portions. Never dissatisfied always a bright spot in the day.

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Peggi H.

4 years ago

The empanadas and polenta were amazing! The dough was flaky and light and the filling was incredibly tasty. We tried the beef, chick buffalo, onion cheese, and spinach. All were delicious but our favorites were the spinach and the onion. The polenta was the best i've ever had, just the right amount of spice and flavor. This is our new go to place for take out. Highly recommend! read more

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kim k.

6 years ago

Wow, tried mi empanada for the first time and I am so impressed. There is nothing not to like!Everything was delicious! We got the spinach and onion, chicken, and ham& cheese (for the kids). Everyone was satisfied. Will definitely be ordering from here again! read more

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Abi C.

5 years ago

Amazing empanadas, beautifully made, pastry is perfect and filling, a taste sensation. Congratulations on you Lawrenceville biz. Continued success. q read more

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Margaret B.

7 years ago

Delicious empanadas! I kept wanting to go back for more! The beef was my favorite but the black bean and sweet potato was fantastic as well and I usually wouldn't like that combination! read more

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Megan O.

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6 years ago

Very good! The dough is amazing. I had the sweet potato - I thought it would be a bit sweeter but still good. The humita one was delicious. Wish they were a little warmer when I got them for take out. I got the freezer ones too and heated up at home and it was delicious! Will be back. read more

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4034 Butler St
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Lawrenceville
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What time does Mi Empanada open?

Mi Empanada opens at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Mi Empanada opens at 11:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Mi Empanada close?

Mi Empanada is closed on Monday.Mi Empanada closes at 9:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Mi Empanada closes at 7:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Sat 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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Yes, Mi Empanada serves alcohol.

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Yes, Mi Empanada has parking options. Street Parking

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Incredible food, the empanadas and sauces to go with them were absolutely delicious. Don't sleep on…read moretheir fries, they are really good as well! Inside was simple but clean! Owner was super nice, we purchased a bottle of Argentinian Wine, it was really good! Highly recommend eating here.

While I was on a recent visit back home in Pittsburgh from Austin, I had several meetups and…read moregatherings with friends. At one such get together, a friend brought some delectable empanadas from this place. He did a variety and I had to have a taste from all of them lol. Fresh ingredients & scratch-made. Beef=oh, yeah. That seasoned meat kicks with flavor. Pea + Potato=fantastic. Love the ginger. Ham + Cheese=perfectly blended flavor. I'm in love. That is all

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Gaucho has some of the most flavorful meats in Pittsburgh. We started off with the Chori-Pollo…read moreempanadas- absolutely delicious! I had the Argentino salad adding the bondiola (pork shoulder) - the flavors burst in my mouth from this salad and the pork was sooo tender! My colleague had the carne sandwich with the Vacio steak - so much tender stacked meat he was in heaven lol.. of course the 4 chimmi's topped everything we ate.. Lastly, Our server/bartender Molly is fantastic! She's always in a great mood and is very knowledgeable with the cuisine! She really makes your time there enjoyable! Can't wait to go back for the rooftop patio/bar!

Went here for a birthday dinner. The drinks were great, but where they fell short for me and the…read moreparty was the quality of the steak. Thus losing a star. We ordered a few appetizers and they were ok. We then ordered the Mix Grill with Chicken, Sausage and a New York Strip. Nope. Chx was good and so was the sausage, but the steak was gristly and we did not enjoy it. There are enough steakhouses in the Burgh that if you are charging top dollar you need to deliver. In my opinion, NOPE.

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Cilantro & Ajo

Cilantro & Ajo is a Venezuelan street food restaurant. They have multiple locations, but my friends…read moreand I visited the Lawrenceville location. Parking is a little tricky because it is street parking only, but we got lucky with a spot right out front. Ordering is super easy and efficient. They have menus up front where you order, and then you sit down and they bring your food to you. I've never tried Venezuelan food so this really was a great experience. I wanted to try it all. Here's what I ordered: [Brown Lemonade]: Tasty and different than your average lemonade [Plaintains]: Sweet with queso fresco [Arepas]: Mine had chicken & gouda and was absolutely delicious. Soft and flavorful. [Empanadas]: These were really tasty. I really loved the beef with the peppers & onions. My friends really loved their papallon bowls, and overall, the experience was really great! This was such a unique experience with unique food. I will be back!

One of my go-to spots in Pittsburgh. I've never gotten anything bad here…read more The yucca fries remind me of childhood and their maracucha arepa always hits! I love that the southside location also has some grocery items and South American candies available to purchase.

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Arepittas

Awesome restaurant. I was worried since it kind of looked like a chain on the inside that the food…read morewould match that vibe it did not. It was delicious! Also had a ton of vegetarian options, and the staff were very friendly.

A quick, delicious gluten free lunch!! Stopped on our way to…read morehotel & grabbed some empanadas for lunch Ordering was quick, we found a table & they quickly brought us our food The empanadas were HOT, crispy and the flavor was so intense - I wanted to try all the flavors because they were so good but I held off until next time!

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The Colombian Spot

Had another great lunch here. The Arepa Ropa Vieja was so delicious and tender with sweet plantains…read moreon the finish. I got the flavorful red beans side and loved those too. The Pina Colada's were a bit too thick and had too much coconut in them but had decent flavor. The chicken lunch bowl was HUGE and plenty for leftovers. The South Side is open on Mondays again and we let the waitress know the info is outdated on their website site & Yelp.

I have lunch with a friend once a month and we like to try different restaurants. We went to the…read moreColombian Spot the other day and both of us said it was good that we tried it, but have no need to go back. I had the pork platter with rice, beans, and pickled cabbage. It was ok, but the pork was a bit dry. I also ordered maduros (plaintains). They were a huge disappointment. I love sweet fried plaintains, but they have to be hot. These were served cold. For me the best thing about the place was the coconut lemonade; that was certainly a pleasant surprise. The server was pleasant. The loud music and noise gave me a headache.

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Nanban

I wandered into this place when I was in Lawrenceville to attend an event. I didn't really know…read moremuch about it, so I was perusing the menu and asking the employee a lot of questions. She was extremely friendly and wanted to help me, but she was either new or just didn't know much because she didn't have answers to many of my questions (for example, what they put in their cucumber salad and how often do they make it). The inside is small with only a few tables so it has a fairly intimate feel. They have a small menu, but they have a variety of options. Apparently they make their ramen noodles fresh in house! I bought some dry ramen to go as I wasn't in the mood for soup. I wanted to try the bao but they were out of it so I tried the cucumbers and an empanada. Both were tasty and things I would order again if I'm ever back here. I had an overall good experience. I just wish the employee was a little more knowledgeable about their menu items.

I've eaten at Nanban several times and I think where I struggle is that it always tastes different…read morethough I order the same things. The service is really quick so I'll give them that but the place is relatively small. Very relaxed vibes though. I think they could benefit from tossing the karage chicken in the sauce and adding more sauce to the sando.

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Balvanera

4.5

(220 reviews)

1.9 mi

Really great spot for tapas and drinks with a great atmosphere!…read more Balvanera had amazing service and great food and drinks to match. The pisco sour is one of my favorites, while each of the dishes were delicious and were great accompaniments.The standouts were the empanadas, tongue, and tartare, but nothing was a miss. Definitely a great place for a slightly formal but still relaxed casual meal!

$40 corking fee PER bottle. I mean come on. You know that's ridiculously scummy. I definitely have…read moreno desire to ever return. edit to add: $80 dollars added to the bill for opening 2 bottles of wine. Thats what's icky.

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The Colombian Spot

4.2

(54 reviews)

2.0 mi

Not bad but found the portions, esp for the Yucca fries, to not be worth it. The arepa also wasn't…read moretoasted at all, but the flavors were all pretty good. The bowl was mostly rice and beans, and again the flavor is good, but Chipotle is way more bang for your buck.

I got the Brisket Arepa and the brisket was really soft and tender but didn't have that much flavor…read morewithout the sauces I put on it. The arepa was a little disappointing because there was a very small amount of cheese on mine (I could barely taste it). However overall it was still tasty, I would just get a bowl if I came here again. The lady who works at the cashier is very sweet and nice, she let me get extra sauces (which were all very good). Honestly I'm going to bump this review from 3 to 4 stars just because of her.

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Pabellon

It is dangerous living so close to Pabellon, as their food is so good. My kids LOVE the "chips and…read morecheese". Their naked burritos are amazing and I love the Pabellon burrito which has the plantain in it. The service is always fast and I've never had items missing or wrong in my order. Highly recommend!

4.5 stars overall. Pabellon is a casual restaurant that serves Venezuelan and Mexican foods for…read morelunch, dinner, and catering for dining in, takeout, and delivery. The menu lists appetizers (e.g., tequenos, tostones, yucca, and tortilla chips with dips), Venezuelan arepas (gluten-free cornmeal cakes filled with meats, cheese, or vegetables), Venezuelan empanadas (gluten-free cornmeal filled with meats, cheese, black beans, or plantains), Venezuelan mains (gluten-free criollo, cachapa, and patacones), Mexican tacos, Mexican burritos, Mexican enchiladas, non-alcoholic beverages, desserts (e.g., flan and churros), and more. Venezuelan cuisine is a blend of indigenous, Spanish, and African influences, and most of it is naturally gluten-free. In addition, several vegetarian options are available, and some menu items can be customized to be vegan. Since 2021, my husband and I have eaten here off and on, and all of our meals have been excellent. The employees promptly and courteously serve us. Here are my ratings for the menu items that we ate: Tortilla chips with queso and guacamole - 4.5 stars - The tortilla chips had a good flavor. The queso tasted extremely cheesy. The guacamole was very freshly made. Beef empanada - 4.5 stars - The fried-dough exterior was perfectly crispy, and the beef filling was savory. I particularly enjoyed the green sauce on the side. Seafood empanada - 3.5 stars - This fried cornmeal pastry was filled with tilapia, shrimp, and vegetables. It was a large size, and the flavors were alright. Pabellon empanada - 4.5 stars - This fried cornmeal pastry contained black beans, white cheese, shredded beef, and sweet plantains. My husband ate it and said that he really liked it. Llanera chicken arepa - 5 stars - This arepa is my husband's favorite go-to. It was a very large size, and it was stuffed with much chicken, lettuce, tomato (although my husband does not like tomato), cheese, and guacamole. My husband commented that the combination of flavors was delicious. On the side was guasacaca, a tangy Venezuelan sauce that is made from avocados, green peppers, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and mayonnaise. Chicken quesadilla - 4 stars - A flour tortilla was filled with shredded chicken, cheese, onions, and peppers. The ingredients were very fresh, but the quesadilla tasted slightly plain even with the sides of guacamole and sour cream, so I dipped it in queso. Veggie quesadilla - 5 stars - A flour tortilla was stuffed with yellow cheese, green peppers, and onions. On the side were pico de gallo, lettuce, guacamole, and sour cream. I really liked the gooey cheese and the flavors of the vegetables. Soft tacos - 4.5 stars - My husband ate these tacos. One was filled with chicken, and the other was filled with pork. He seemed to enjoy them. Plantains - 5 stars - These fried plantains tasted very sweet, and they were topped with some cheese. The serving size was generous. Tres leches cake - 5 stars - A large slice of cake was soaked in three milks and topped with whipped cream and cinnamon. I really enjoyed the taste of the sweet cake and the spicy cinnamon.

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Papelon Venezuelan Arepa Bar

4.6

(38 reviews)

3.1 mi

4.5 stars. Papelon is a local restaurant and food truck that sells Venezuelan arepas as well as…read moreempanadas, tequenos, bowls, desserts, and drinks. Papelon had a food truck at Pittsburgh's Veg Fest, and I purchased one Veggie Arepa for $13. The employees spoke nicely with me. One employee mixed up the flavors of arepas that I and another customer had ordered, but he then corrected the mistake. My Veggie Arepa consisted of a flatbread stuffed with black beans, sweet plantains, avocado, and cold vegan cheese. I did not know if I would like the cold vegan cheese, but I actually enjoyed the flavors of all of the ingredients.

We got takeout from Papelon yesterday evening. The inside is pretty small with a couple of small…read moretables so it's more of a takeout place than a dine in place. The food itself was pretty good and flavorful and I really enjoyed the tequenos! My arepa was great reheated the next day. I would come back!

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Church Brew Works

We enjoy the theme of this Brewery. It is such a large space. They have several different beers and…read moreit's just a cool experience. How many places can you say where you're drinking beer inside the church. They do have a restaurant here and when we stop by on a Monday night, they were we're pretty steady. There is street parking around this location as well. I had the strawberry rhubarb summer ale. It was very light, but still had great room. An easy summer drinker. My husband had the pious monk dunkel and enjoyed it - come to find out - he had it before the last time we were here!

Well, start with this venue is top-notch very impressive, and all the extra detail that has been…read moreleft as part of the church is totally awesome. As for the food, I have zero complaints. It was totally excellent and really, really enjoyed it. My same complaints as most of these kind of places the beer is never cold enough. Why can't they be colder....this is my only complaint...so

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The Nook

We arrived at 9am on a Saturday which is when they allegedly open according to their website…read more(Google says 8am) and there were already tons of people seated and even a table that diners had finished eating at so there is definitely something inaccurate with their published hours. Thankfully we didn't have to wait for a table for 3 (the folks in front of us in line most have had a bigger table and were given a wait time). I really enjoyed the vibe here as well as the food. I tried the waffle Benedict and thought it was great. Definitely worth a visit for breakfast but their weekend hours should be updated if they open they open before 9am...

This joint has been on my list of places to try for a while now. Was it worth the 53 minute wait on…read morea Saturday morning? Yes, yes it was. There was a friendly gal at the door taking names and numbers. I could hardly believe the wait time but decided to put down my name and do a little window shopping during the wait. We were eventually called and texted to let us know our table was ready. Our table was in the very back corner, next to a group of girls loudly talking about their drunken escapades the night before. It was entertaining to say the least. Our server was super friendly and accommodating to dietary restrictions/modifications. I ordered a Turkish Benedict on gluten free toast.... So. Good. Amazing flavors. My daughter got the croissant avocado toast which she loved. I also got a pistachio latte and was pleasantly surprised to see the used pistachio butter and not a syrup. It was lovely. I had to keep my child from drinking it all! While the wait was long, it was definitely worth it. The space is smaller than I imagined. The food came out fast for how packed it was. It's worth it!

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La Prima Espresso Co

MY FAVORITE!! La…read morePrima has my heart, especially the Strip District location This is the very first La Prima Espresso shop, located at 21st & Penn. It's also a veteran-owned small business, which makes supporting it even better. With the warmer weather coming, I love seeing people outside playing cards, sipping lattes, and bringing their dogs along. You can grab fresh beans to make at home, enjoy local pastries in the morning (until they sell out), and the baristas are incredibly talented. Such a special spot full of history, community, and really great coffee.

Best iced vanilla latte in the city. Vanilla lattes are the great equalizer for me and I haven't…read morefound a better one in Pittsburgh than la prima. Strong, just the right amount of sweet and creamy.

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Mediterra Cafe

I have been here a couple of times and have never had a bad experience! The whole ordering then…read moresitting is scary when they are busy BUT I will say even when they're super packed there always seems to be a table open at the time you need it! The breakfast sammie is a staple for me and I mean look at it!! Cooked to absolute perfection the homemade English muffin really takes it to the next level! The Shakshouka was bomb the eggs were poached to perfection! The bread was nice and fresh it was soft but still sturdy enough to use to dip! The cereal milk latte is another staple for me I mean how can it not be. The espresso was delicious and the Honey Nut Cheerios was the perfect subtle flavor! Not too sweet which i appreciate. Speaking of sweet the zebra cakes were INSANE. Huge and only $5 which I thought wasn't bad! Always delicious here and vibes are great both inside and out!

Mediterra Cafe is a local, family-owned cafe, bakery, and market. The cafe serves breakfast (e.g.,…read moreFrench toast, shakshuka, salmon toast, and quiche) and lunch (e.g., salads, sandwiches, and pizzas). I visited the bakery and market on a busy Saturday. Display cases were full of baked goods such as cookies, cake pops, cupcakes, cruffins, tarts, cakes, breads. I have been to the Mediterranean, and I thought that most of the baked goods here were not Mediterranean. While I waited in a slowly moving line of other customers to order from the bakery, I browsed the shelves in the market. I saw cheeses, bottled beverages such as wines, packaged foods such as grape leaves, and chocolates. I could not find price tags on all foods, so I recommend that those be added. I purchased three baked goods for a total of $15. I rate the croissticky as 5 stars, the cinnamon roll as 3.5 stars, and the raisin-oatmeal cookie as 4 stars.

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Trying to come up with a reason to go back to Pittsburgh just to eat here. That's how good it was.

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