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.

I ordered online for pickup and didn't expect the long line when I arrived. They were definitely…read morebusy and understaffed, but working as quickly as they could. It appears to be a family-owned spot with a cozy atmosphere. Although they offer a full menu, they're best known, as their name suggests, for their empanadas, which are labeled and beautifully displayed in a glass case. Although the wait was a bit long, I'm happy to say it was worth it. The baker empanadas are generously stuffed with delicious fillings. I ordered three to share with my partner. Matambre Empanada: This seems to be one of their most popular options. Filled with steak, onions, and peppers, it was absolutely delicious! Spicy Chorizo Empanada: Spicy in the best way! The mozzarella perfectly balances the heat. Beef Empanada: Packed with plenty of seasoned ground beef. Also very good, though we preferred the Matambre. We'll definitely be ordering again. Next time, we'll have to try one of their entrées or sandwiches.

What a great addition to the Neighborhood ! Argentina is my top 5 countries i have visited …read more Argentine are to meat what Picasso was to paint ! Masters of Meat . We ordered 5 different flavors of empanadas : Sweet beef ( traditional ) , spanish & cheese , Vegetarian , Caprese . We agreed all equally delicious 5/5 . We ordered to go , so i couldn't get the full in dining experience and had to rate on a curve . They will be hosting World Cup Watch and i will be there for sure !! . They do sell wine bottles if you forgot to BYOB , albeit at steep prices with premade sangrias . The dining area is small but make great use of space with seating . I went during lunch time 11:45 am , they could use more help . Only two one at cashier , taking orders one manning oven . I'd order ahead of time for pick ups . In all fairness they were open only 2 months .

right when you walk through the doors its got a really great relaxing chill vibe. loved it and…read morenailed it . i ordered the brisket empanada and let me tell you it was bomb . com hahaha. yes i used it and yes its a old phrase but man the outer shell crispy to perfection and the brisket was well flavored with that bbq bite with smokey goodness....... yummmmmm. second was the cheeseburger empanada. also crispy perfection on the outside and not a thick outer shell at all. the inside was the perfect combo of meat and cheese omg i should have ordered more then just the 2. i will be back before i leave for more then 2 thats for a fact !!!!!! this is a must try spot for all you foodies out there that re out for something out of the normal . MAKE SURE YOU GET THE SALSAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!! service here is a A++++

There comes a time in every man's life where he must embrace the viscerality of his fatness. The…read morementality of his glutton. Pop's Empanadas is a great way to explore that depressive, or impressive, state of mind. The sun barrels its way into my workspace on a spring afternoon. I welcome its studs up challenge and continue to dribble until I can no longer not acknowledge the aura of Apollo's chariot. - I don't recognize Helios as my Sun god, deal with it. - I check my meagerly checking account and my minute wallet and decide "F it" I've not got but do got a few buccaroons to spare as I continue to wheel around for the cheddar in this rat race we call life. In doing so - I notice a certain extensive tingle in my tummy. One that calls for mass amounts of food. In tandem, the shining sun begs me to bask in its warmth. I need to find some food. Sit in a park. Devour said park. And take a long enough lunch that somebody, somewhere, somehow thinks of me. Once that occurs, I will return between the rock and the hard place of which sits a desk, a chair, brittle bones and a big but battered heart. With my pension for poppin' sandwich and my expertise of my surround areas - radius of 45 mins in all direction - I half-conclude on Pop Empanada for my stroll, toll and roll. - TM'ing that don't even think about taking that line. Actually do think about it. And think about how you've never come up with something that original. This is in writing, I'm the first, I'm the last, I'm your everything. - Anyways, I take an 8 min drive out to a lot nearby and stumble in upon my order. The empanadas are solid, shrimp one is superior. Haven't tried them all. Not crying home to mama about em' but that's not the star of the show so it doesn't matter. I haven't tried everything and definitely should. But every time I'm feeling like I need to challenge my bowels I go straight for this Cuban Sandwich. My oh my. This thing may weigh 5 pounds. Packed to the brim. Sturdy bread. I mean it's literally one of the biggest boys I've ever corralled. It's tasty, tender, savory and sweet. Crunchy, chewy, choppy and neat. This would feed a normal man for an entire day. I, to no surprise of the reader, am not a normal man. By the end of munching on this crunching I'm panting and sweating and clenching my chest. My cholesterol spike so high that a doctor wouldn't even be able to help. By 75% of sandwich completion I don't even want the rest. It's just my hard wired protocol that this whole pups gotta hit the pound. I just gotsss to complete my task. This is probably the best Cuban I've ever had - in sandwich form... if you catch my straits of Florida drift. For the price, it is one of the best bang for buck sandwiches I've ever had. Highly recommend you give Pop Empanada a go. On a sunny mid week afternoon there's a hot chance you'll catch me reviving myself from a heart attack on the bench in the park only a stone throws away. Don't to try help me. It's all part of my sick game. Love you, babes, have a beautiful day - LB.

When I asked if they had rice and gandules, the lady looked at me like I had asked the dumbest…read morequestion. She replied, "No, yellow rice and vegetables." The pernil was honestly some of the best I've ever had, and I've eaten a lot of pernil because it's one of my favorite foods. It was incredibly tender and seasoned to perfection. Even the skin was delicious and packed with flavor. I'm usually not a fan of vegetables mixed into rice since a lot of restaurants use frozen veggies, and I prefer fresh ones. But the rice was so good that I could have eaten it by itself. It was a thicker long-grain rice, not sticky at all, and it paired perfectly with the pernil. The empanadas were amazing too. Next time I'll have to get there earlier because they sell out pretty fast. I even made sure to save some leftovers for the next day because I was already craving it. Honestly, I'm craving it right now while writing this review. Unfortunately, I forgot to take any photos.

Easy to find. Right on Goffle Road. About 4 or parking spots in front of the restaurant…read more My friend and I arrived at 1pm for lunch. We were greeted by a woman who apparently doesn't know how to smile. She proceeded to tell us this is a take-out restaurant. But we saw plenty of nice tables so we asked if we can buy our food and sit down. She said yes so we ordered. I got the lunch special of oxtail, yellow rice and beans and ordered a side of Tostones. Scooped up my food with an impression like she just dreaded to be at work. It comes with a bottle of water or soda. The food was lukewarm. It was served lunchroom style. Anyway, the food was fine. There's a clean restroom there. However, the feeling you get is one of being UNWELCOMED here. I saw 3 staff. No one seemed happy. I am giving it 3 stars for atmosphere and 3 stars for lukewarm food.

Update: Was just treated incredibly rudely by the owner. Oh we close in 15 minutes? Okay, we'll…read moremake sure we clear out by 5. Nope, not okay. "No, you guys have to go RIGHT NOW. I told you multiple times." It's 4:50. You close at 5. I'm here with two toddlers. I don't care how good or bad anything else about your restaurant is. You treat me like this AND you're the owner? I'm never returning, and will tell anyone I know not to eat here.

I first knew about Empanadas NJ Cafe when I was walking off the bbq I had over at Embark Smoked…read moreMeats. I'm from Argentina so I made a mental note to stop by the next time I visited Boonton. I attended a Yelp Elite Event at Catfight Coffee, that happened to be in Boonton so I already knew what I was doing after the event. The place is bright and has a good amount of seating inside. I ended up getting the beef and Cuban empanadas. These empanadas are baked and reheated when served. The beef was pretty good and the chimichuri sauce was a nice compliment. I really liked the Cuban empanada, it was packed with protein and tasted like a Cuban sandwich. The person who served me was very nice and mentioned she liked the Cuban, glad I tried that out. * Street parking

Holy moly. 10/10 ... pleasant surprise. He has an award winning one I don't think is on the menu -…read morethe best, second was the spin and artichoke and 3rd that was 9/10 was the cheesesteak. Absolutely perfect for a quick bite.

These were jam packed with what I asked for. These are not your wimpy air filled empanadas. We…read moreordered and it delivered quick. With plenty side sauces always a good sign. The presentation of the order is creative with their stamp and parchment paper. Way to go!

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.

Continues to be consistent in Food Quality, Friendly Service, and Cleanliness and atmosphere is…read morelike taking in a refreshing deep breath of country air! , relaxing and rejuvenating. And as a Retired Food Service Management Professional, I noticed that her employees have been certified in Safe Food Handling! Great Job Courtney!

While I didn't get a chance to see the actual establishment since I ordered through Uber Eats, I'm…read morenot sure that would have changed my judgment much. I ordered the oxtail empanada and the honey jerk empanada with a strawberry lemonade. My sister ordered the honey jerk empanada as well, along with the garlic shrimp empanada and a strawberry mint lemonade. First, the drinks were absolutely delicious. My strawberry lemonade was refreshing, and my sister enjoyed hers as well, although she mentioned she didn't really taste the mint. The empanadas were definitely stuffed, so I can say they were worth the price in terms of portion. My sister enjoyed her garlic shrimp empanada. However, we both agreed that the honey jerk empanada was very disappointing. It wasn't flavorful or what we expected from jerk seasoning--it was simply very spicy. The kind of spicy that becomes uncomfortable and hard to finish. My mouth was so hot that I couldn't really enjoy it. I then tried my oxtail empanada, and while it was better than the honey jerk, it didn't really taste like authentic oxtail to me. If I were to try them again, I would probably order different flavors and would like to stop by the restaurant in person to get the full experience. I don't plan to visit again anytime soon, but it's not completely off my list yet. I do believe in second chances.