Mola

2438 18th St NW, Washington
(301) 318-6010

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Robert Sherwood

Been going here for a while and lately the empanadas are deflated and sad. The last time the patacónes weren't even warm and I only got 9 pieces. That's $1 per patacón. I'd like to keep coming here but I need more EMPA and less NADA.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Max Funke

Delicious, made-from-scratch

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shelby Sarko

This is a nice spot! Takeout and small seating area inside. The owner is so kind and hospitable. Knowing nothing about Panamanian (inspired) food coming in, I loved the curry chicken empanada. The spice was incredible and I’d absolutely get the curry chicken again. The fried yuca was pretty good, but kinda overpriced (I imagine this is just because of the cost of yuca, so I get it haha), and could have been a little more browned. Not really a must-order.
Come for some delicious food, cute vibes, and great AdMo people watching.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Curry Chicken Empanada

Alexandra K

Great empanadas!! Cripsy, flaky, great flavors. Made to order. Note, 2 empanadas to-go were $19.50 including tax and tip. Not sure if I was auto charged 25% or accidentally pressed it.

Nick Martinez

Cool place, good service, really enjoyed the empanadas and salad. Good people watching

Ashley Toney

Honestly, I’m never disappointed. The owner personally called me to let me know they were out of steak—such a thoughtful gesture—and even offered her own recommendations. I took her advice and went with the chicken empanada. I called back just to say it was a 10 out of 10… but I lied—it was a 15 out of 10!

The space is always a pleasure to be in. A friend introduced me to this gem when it first opened, and watching how much they’ve grown in just a year is incredible.

Part of me wants to keep this place a secret so it stays my little hidden spot, but they deserve to flourish and earn all the success. The empanadas are made in-house, and you can truly taste every single ingredient. Just perfection.

Greg Harding

Empanadas were very good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ricky Webster

The food here is so good! Great cocktails and a super friendly staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pepper Steak, Curry Chicken

Hassan Sheikh

Not only are the vibes, immaculate, but the customer service here was fantastic. Good food, reasonable prices, great people. Not much else you can ask for!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Curry Chicken Empanada, Pepper Steak

Ryan Spencer

Love love the empanadas here! The chicken curry and vegan option is so good!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Curry Chicken Empanada, Curry Chicken

Nenad Knezevic

"Great food and friendly staff at Mola. A pleasant dining experience with a welcoming atmosphere."

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gregory Vasquez

Best Empanadas I've ever had!!! If you're in the area, you have to try them.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

N Adamu

By far the best empanadas of my life and everyone I've brought here. Great vibe and service as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ziv Biron

Excellent! Small place, nice and friendly. Great Caribbean dishes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Picadillo Beef Empanadas

Dominic Beamer

A poem about how delicious the Curry Chicken empanada was...

At Mola's, the night comes alive,
With curry chicken empanadas, a taste to revive.
Golden pockets, crispy and bold,
Packed with flavors, a joy to behold.

The aji verde sauce, a vibrant delight,
Its zest and spice made the flavors ignite.
Each bite a dance, rich and divine,
A culinary treasure, perfectly combined.

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