Empanola

Name: Empanola
Address: 7321 Freret St, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70118, US
Telephone: (504) 249-5977
Price range: $
Rating: 4.6

$ • Bakery, Latin American

Hours:
7321 Freret St, New Orleans
(504) 249-5977

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About Empanola

Empanola is a popular restaurant known for its delicious and beautifully packaged empanadas. The menu offers a variety of flavors, such as beef, Peruvian chicken, cheese, mushrooms, shrimp and cheese, and muffuletta in the Asian dumpling, which are often ordered in bulk. The owner, Jimena, is highly praised for her excellent customer service, listening carefully to customers' concerns and making adjustments when needed. Customers consistently find the food to be incredible and enjoy pairing it with the cilantro lime sauce and chimichurri sauce, which are highly recommended. The restaurant is also appreciated for its authentic empanada flavors, giving a taste of Latin America. In addition to empanadas, the menu includes dishes like pepperoni pizza and chorizo empanadas. It’s a great place for lunch, with a lively atmosphere, making it a top choice for a delightful dining experience. The food travels well and maintains quality even when ordered to go. Many visitors have been delighted by the variety, including vegetarian options like spinach and artichoke, caprese, and yellow curry, which are cooked at home in an air fryer and receive high praise. People also love the breakfast empanadas, with a wide range of fillings and desserts, often returning for more.