Empanada Mania 62 S. Washington Ave…read more Bergenfield NJ 07621 Angus Beef Bacon Cheeseburger Cuban Sweet Thai Chicken Spinach & Feta On the Southern part of Washington Avenue is a Latin American spot that specializes in homemade empanadas. Owner Galo and Manager Felipe introduced me to a variety of the signature product. Check out the outer layers of these crispy empanadas. If you think they look this good on the outside, wait until you see the inner fillings! Angus Beef: This original version of this folded hot pastry is packed with plenty of angus beef along with sautéed peppers & onions. Bacon Cheeseburger: This may have a similar appearance to the previous empanada, but do not be deceived. Imagine having a juicy succulent bacon cheeseburger in a crunchy shell in lieu of a hamburger roll. Cuban: Here's a perfect variation of the classic Cuban sandwich. The pork was smoked for several hours and it also includes ham and mozzarella cheese. Sweet Thai Chicken: It's time to try some Thai. The sweet thai chili sauce mixed in this Asian style empanada has the perfect blend of heat and spice. Spinach & Feta: If happen to be a vegetarian or If you just need a break from meat and poultry, the spinach & feta is a must try! As a bonus, these two secret sauces are fantastic supplements for your meat pies! Dunk away in the house made red hot sauce or if you are craving thousand island base with some top secret ingredients then go for the pink sauce. As another bonus, there is a state of the art coffee machine for hot beverages such as expresso, or cappucinno. All in all, each empanada was paradise. When I next return I'm looking forward to exploring their other empanadas as well as the side dishes. #empanadamania #empanadas #cuban #angusbeef #baconcheeseburger #SweetThaiChicken #spinachandfeta #LocalBusiness #foodstagram #eats #njfoodie #localspots #foodreviews

I've heard very good things the past 14 years about Empanada Mania…read more An award winning food truck, a catering business, and this tiny storefront producing big flavors. Street parking; only a few seats to eat inside. Basically a To Go place. These empanadas were awesome!! Big & stuffed with a very nice crispy, fried shell. ( they offer mini sized empanadas too) There are many options of Savory fillings, but I wish they had more "sweet\dessert" types. Which brings me to my favorite: the Guava & Mozzarella Cheese empanada... Best one I've ever had. For upcoming St. Patricks Day (for a limited time) they have -- The Reuben- filled with Smoked Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese & Sauerkraut. EMPAN-TASTIC! Wish I had a beer. -the Cuban Pork empanada made with an 8-hours smoked pork, with ham and mozzarella was very good, but I wasn't a big fan of the Sweet Thai Chicken empanada with, sweet Thai chili sauce, scallion and cilantro.. Maybe I was full... The fries are old school. Reminded me of boardwalk fries. Some a little greasy. Some a little overcooked & crunchy.. So if you like empanadas, you need to give this place a shot.

Great yummy empanadas, tried the chicken and cheese and it was yummy. They had other fillings too…read moreso it was good. Great energy from the owners.

Food: hubby tried a bunch of their empanadas and for the most part, they were amazing!! Except for…read morethe ham and cheese that was hollow for the most part...not sure if that was a mistake in the kitchen. Their rice is also tasty and generous portion! Their spicy mayo and other sauces were also flavorful! Also ordered for delivery so I can't speak for their ambiance but the way they packaged everything was done with care and love Definitely going to be the empanada place of choice!

At first, I thought they were overpriced, but once you actually order Rosie's empanadas, they're…read moreactually quite filling and not lacking in meat at all, they're full of meat. What I liked the most is that she kept them nice and steamy, even though it was a pop-up at the Bloody Mary Fest that I attended with a friend. The service was quick and immediate. Of course, because it's a pop-up event, the ambience is whatever, depending on the festival she's at. Usually she's set up at a food or drink spot, I believe.

TERRIBLE service and the empanadas are soggy and oily and somehow the meat inside is dry, make that…read moremake sense

This food truck is at different locations during the week. They post on Instagram @_urbandogs…read morewhere they are a week ahead. At 743 Passaic Ave in Clifton they are in front of apartments in the driveway. Hot dogs are huge. They are unique as well. I ordered the chapinero which had mozzarella cheese, potato stix, sauce, quail eggs and I could be missing some things lol. It's huge and you have to have a plan to eat it. Great flavors. You're not eating more than one. A different experience for those of us that love hot dogs. The dogs are huge as I said and they are pricey. With all of the ingredients I get it and one will definitely fill you up so it's all relative. I will definitely try something else next time. They have sides on the menu. Tell night I was there it was pouring so I didn't get a real good look at the menu. They are on Instagram and Facebook if you want to check it out before you go. Definitely a unique hot dog.

The hotdogs were amazing!!!! Orded +57. Owner is so nice. Would 100% eat at this food truck againread more

The only PR establishment I know of in the immediate area. Man, I love this food. You can go in for…read morea quick bite because the food is already made & you just go pick what you would like. They also have a varying selection of empanadas on any given day, including dessert ones. Did I mention they're the loveliest people? Go see for yourself & try the yummy coffees Nextdoor.

Not the biggest fan of the baked empenadas. They are just a…read morelittle too dry for my preference. They also have plates of rice beans and choices of meat. I've gotten the pork a few times and on more than one occasion it was farm tasting. There are a lot of other rice and bean spots that I think are much better. Now, I believe someone from the family of this place opened El Coqui Cafe right next door. I love El Coqui. (They sell items like the empenadas from Spanish grill) and they cook most of the food there and then carry it over. This place to me is the best new restaurant and they have amazing Cuban sandwiches and treats.

Came here with my boyfriend for dinner on a rainy Wednesday evening! Had the pernil latin bowl…read morewhich was delicious! It was flavorful and filling! My boyfriend had the chicken Latin bowl which I think I'll get next time! Both were flavorful and well seasoned! Service was quick as the lady behind the register was friendly and patient with both of us. Cute spot to have your meal or take it to go! Can't wait to try their empanadas!

In the fast-food universe, the empanada is an incredibly comforting and flavorful food in the shape…read moreof a half-moon made with flour dough or corn flour dough. One can stuff them with any number of things. On this Nochebuena (Christmas Eve), while in the neighborhood of Totowa, my partner and I decided to pay a visit to this establishment for takeout as first-timers. Opened 6 years ago, Mama Ana's Empanadas is a family-owned restaurant specializing in empanadas located off of Union Blvd. Greeted by the staff upon arrival, the interior vibe was not only festive but cozy and casual with seating for 20 patrons. From the menu, one can choose up to 18 different kinds of empanadas, from classic beef or chicken to cheesesteak and Cuban; either have them baked or fried. They also offer Latin" bowls, salads, and sandwiches. We decided on the cheesesteak empanada and broccoli & cheese empanada, as well as the Chicharrones de Cerdo bowl, accompanied by rice and beans with a side of maduros (sweet plantain). The cheesesteak was tasty. The broccoli came with mozzarella, which was salty. The cheddar would have been better. The empanada dough was hot, flaky, and huge. Chicharrones de cerdo bowl was served piping hot and hit the spot. The pork wasn't hard but had great flavor and chew. The price was reasonable due to its size and portion. The service was slow, but we know the food was made fresh. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially Ada and Yame. We can recommend this place.

As someone who loves Peruvian food, Lomo Truck is one of those spots I keep coming back to. The…read morelomo saltado was packed with flavor, tender, and satisfying, and the salchipapa was excellent -- crispy fries, flavorful sausage, and perfect comfort food. Simple, authentic, and consistently good. Definitely worth checking out if you're craving Peruvian street food in the area.

So far, this is some of the best ceviche that I've had in northern New Jersey... Everything was…read morereally flavorful, and the fish was incredibly fresh. In fact, I liked it so much that it's become a craving!

Some of the best tacos are found in the places that focus on flavor instead of hype, and Carlitos…read moreabsolutely delivers. The tacos were packed with tender, flavorful meat, topped with fresh cilantro, onions, and just the right amount of salsa. Every bite tasted authentic, balanced, and made with care. The house sauces added an extra layer of flavor, and the fresh juice was the perfect pairing. Simple food done exceptionally well. If you're craving great tacos, Carlitos is worth the stop and definitely worth a return visit. -- Jeffrey Umaña IG: @jeffrey.umana

Whenever my husband and I come to Garden State mall, our brains are so conditioned to expect a food…read morecourt meal that it took us some time before we realized this lively taqueria existed. It's on the top floor (or the ground level if you're coming from an outdoor parking lot) and one of several mall eateries that aren't in the food court. The ordering decision tree proceeds as follows: 1) Decide whether you want tacos, cheesy tacos (called, quesatacos) or a platter, 2) Pick your proteins (vegetarian options available), and 3) Determine which toppings and accoutrements you want on top of your tacos. The best part of ordering was seeing the fresh masa and tortilla press right behind the counter, a reassurance that these tortillas would be as fresh as one can get. And they were. Not only that, the meats inside them were incredible. We tried the birria, carne asada, crispy fish, and smoked chicken, all of which were conversation-silencing delicious. I'm also not a bit embarrassed to admit I sipped straight from the small cup of that rich consommé that's meant as a dipping broth for the birria tacos. If I had to pick a least favorite from the bunch, it would be the smoked chicken, but that's not to say they were bad; the other ones just blew me away far more. The chicken tacos were packed with tender meat and redolent of smoked wood, a flavor I wouldn't have expected to encounter in the middle of a shopping mall. Most of the restaurant space seems to be reserved for the ordering and food prep area, but there's a decently sized seating area right outside the restaurant and even more places to sit a little further away from Carlito's if the tables are full.