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    The Horse & the Turtle

    4.6 (13 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Tim C.

    We saw all the great reviews and had to give them a try....glad we did. We enjoyed a couple ground beef empanadas and one chicken. You can get them baked or fried, we went with fried....yum! The crust was crisp and the innards were tender and full of flavor. Both of our empanadas came with a dipping sauce/chimichurri that was very good. We've eaten quite a few empanadas from different parts of South and Central America and these were up there with the best. The young man that owns the place is originally from Uruguay and grew up in Italy and he's very nice.

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    Keisha R.

    It's in an office building so that was surprising. We found it on google and tried it out. The guy working there is very nice and friendly. The beef empanada was so good. It was stuffed! Fries were crispy. The chicken soup could have used a little more flavor but it was good. We finished it al. Overall, if you're in the Hillcrodr area and want some Uruguayan food try this spot. They also have pizza, burgers, fries, sandwiches, etc.

    Beef empanada and cream pastry (sorry don't know the Uruguayan name)
    Allison B.

    Hidden in a little office building but definitely worth the trip! Empanadas were fresh and delicious and they had lots of other Uruguayan goodies....the seating is a limited (3 tables I think?) because the place is small.

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    Maria S.

    This is a small deli inside a building between the Colorado and the Hilton. It's above average because the place offers pizzas, pastas, beef sandwiches, and empanadas. While they have a variety of desserts behind the glass display including napoleon and different types of pies, bakery day is Saturday with many Uruguayan pastries. The gentleman behind the counter, Alejandro, is very nice. He does need though to get a helper. He does both the cooking and the charging money part. I initially went there about two weeks ago. I ordered a personal pizza. He puts whatever toppings you want on it. He also asks you how thick you want the pizza crust. It was delicious. Seeing a delicious sandwich on the FB page is what took me there today. I had an option to get it with fish. It comes with olives, bacon, egg, cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce and onions. I held off on the bacon. Why did I take a star off? The sandwich was too salty and the fish was overcooked. As a side, I chose a Russian potato salad instead of fries. I've had better ones. It needs more spunk. A customer was eating the beef version of the sandwich called chivito. He seemed to enjoy it. The huge sandwich and a side are about $18. That's more than I was expecting to pay for a sandwich. But I have four meals as I can only eat one quarter at a time. He also adds a lot of garnishes. I look forward to visiting on a Saturday for bakery day.

    Authentic facturas await...
    Elbey B.

    This is a small and unmarked place tucked away in an office building next to Colorado Club. Unassuming and simple decor with the friendliest owner/cook you've ever met. Alejandro is from Uruguay and brings authentic South American delicacies for us to enjoy. They also cater and deliver. I went for the facturas which are small pastries that feature different ingredients and come in differently shapes. They are made the traditional way with the inclusion of lard in the dough. We picked up a dozen and enjoyed them at home with our coffee and they were glorious. My next visit will be to try their pizzas. 8 a.m Monday to Saturday is the opening time when you can get fresh out of the oven "facturas". I'd also like to try their empanadas next.

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    Best empanadas ever! My co workers and I love it! Good taste, good price the perfect combination! Thanks Alejandro

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