A lovely unique place. All the wonderful reviews are true! Everything about it was pleasant and enjoyable. We’re looking forward to returning and highly recommend it!Vegetarian options: Many unique vegetarian options.Dietary restrictions: Huge menu for people with food allergies. Food is prepared to order very fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim Bell
WOW, these empanadas were even better than I expected! I had the buffalo chicken and Cuban sandwich ones. Both were excellent!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cuban Empanada, Fries
Jessy Guzman
The food was amazing, really a 12/10. I tried the Cuban sandwich empanada, buffalo chicken with cheese empanada, and the flan dessert empanada. They offer a variety of sides and sauces to go with your meal. I tried the regular cut fries and they tasted so fresh and exceeded my expectations. Everyone is really kind and makes you feel welcomed. Definitely going to be a regular here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug Black
Best Cuban(pressed everything on it)since I've been in Tampa and for folks thatlike breakfast in the afternoon/evening (like me) I definitely recommend breakfast empanadas (? eggs and cheese)and they can air fry them too:)..the customer service was great, I believe I was greeted by least 3 different people when I walked
The most welcoming and sweetest people working there. The food is amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Frank N.
Ok, time to fess up. I love Mr. Empanada! This location, on N. Armenia, is a gem. Discreetly located in a little strip mall across from a bowling alley, this location is my favorite of the three. I love all three but this one is my fav. Spotlessly clean, always super friendly staff the empanadas come from one place, the factory is at the Lois location so the product is the same, awesome. Try the spinach, artichoke and cheese, you will love it too. Keep it up Mr. Emp. Your food is great.
Alyssa Michlin
The sweetest people and most incredible cafe con leche and empanadas in Tampa! I will absolutely become a regular hereVegetarian options: We tried the vegan chorizo empanada and it was incredible! I would get it again as someone who is not vegan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Empanada Meal
Jorge Lopez Herviz
Discover the charm of this petite yet authentically Cuban eatery, where the vibrant atmosphere beautifully encapsulates the rich Cuban heritage. Every element, from the decor to the menu, resonates with the essence of Cuba. And let's not forget the exceptional cuisine that truly captures the essence of Cuban culinary mastery.
Not only is this place adorable inside but the empanadas are absolutely amazing! I picked up a too good to go surprise bag with a picadillo, Cuban sandwich and flan empanadas. The Cuban and picadillo were obviously great but that Flan one hit in all the right ways. I don't even really like flan in its regular form but of course everything tastes better in dough and fried.
Super delicious Cuban sandwich, yummy garbanzo bean soup and black and rice. True & authentic Cuban food. Sharon and Jordan were excellent hosts. If we could we give them 10 stars we would! It's a great place with generous portions and delicious food and very friendly hosts. We'll be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: White Rice & Black Beans, Black Beans, Mami's Cuban Sandwich
Bryce Engberg
Some of the best damn empanadas I've ever had. They were so good I felt the need to call the store and tell them how good it was! Everyone was so nice and the restaurant is so cozy. This is definitely a must try spot!
A lovely unique place. All the wonderful reviews are true! Everything about it was pleasant and enjoyable. We’re looking forward to returning and highly recommend it!Vegetarian options: Many unique vegetarian options.Dietary restrictions: Huge menu for people with food allergies. Food is prepared to order very fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
WOW, these empanadas were even better than I expected! I had the buffalo chicken and Cuban sandwich ones. Both were excellent!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cuban Empanada, Fries
The food was amazing, really a 12/10. I tried the Cuban sandwich empanada, buffalo chicken with cheese empanada, and the flan dessert empanada. They offer a variety of sides and sauces to go with your meal. I tried the regular cut fries and they tasted so fresh and exceeded my expectations. Everyone is really kind and makes you feel welcomed. Definitely going to be a regular here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Cuban(pressed everything on it)since I've been in Tampa and for folks thatlike breakfast in the afternoon/evening (like me) I definitely recommend breakfast empanadas (? eggs and cheese)and they can air fry them too:)..the customer service was great, I believe I was greeted by least 3 different people when I walked
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mami's Cuban Sandwich, Egg & Cheese Empanada
Juicy empanadas very rich full of
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cuban Empanada
The most welcoming and sweetest people working there. The food is amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ok, time to fess up. I love Mr. Empanada! This location, on N. Armenia, is a gem. Discreetly located in a little strip mall across from a bowling alley, this location is my favorite of the three. I love all three but this one is my fav. Spotlessly clean, always super friendly staff the empanadas come from one place, the factory is at the Lois location so the product is the same, awesome. Try the spinach, artichoke and cheese, you will love it too. Keep it up Mr. Emp. Your food is great.
The sweetest people and most incredible cafe con leche and empanadas in Tampa! I will absolutely become a regular hereVegetarian options: We tried the vegan chorizo empanada and it was incredible! I would get it again as someone who is not vegan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Empanada Meal
Discover the charm of this petite yet authentically Cuban eatery, where the vibrant atmosphere beautifully encapsulates the rich Cuban heritage. Every element, from the decor to the menu, resonates with the essence of Cuba. And let's not forget the exceptional cuisine that truly captures the essence of Cuban culinary mastery.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cuban Empanada, Fries, Empanada Meal
My go-to for a quick lunch. The Spanish bean soup and buffalo chicken empanada are soo good!
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Not only is this place adorable inside but the empanadas are absolutely amazing! I picked up a too good to go surprise bag with a picadillo, Cuban sandwich and flan empanadas. The Cuban and picadillo were obviously great but that Flan one hit in all the right ways. I don't even really like flan in its regular form but of course everything tastes better in dough and fried.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved the homemade
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cuban Empanada, Mami's Cuban Sandwich, Empanada Meal
A+, great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Super delicious Cuban sandwich, yummy garbanzo bean soup and black and rice. True & authentic Cuban food. Sharon and Jordan were excellent hosts. If we could we give them 10 stars we would! It's a great place with generous portions and delicious food and very friendly hosts. We'll be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: White Rice & Black Beans, Black Beans, Mami's Cuban Sandwich
Some of the best damn empanadas I've ever had. They were so good I felt the need to call the store and tell them how good it was! Everyone was so nice and the restaurant is so cozy. This is definitely a must try spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5