I recently visited Empanellie’s and was absolutely blown away by the quality of the food and the warmth of the service. This small, locally-owned spot is a true gem, and I’m so glad I discovered it. The moment I walked in, I was greeted with a friendly smile and the wonderful aroma of freshly baked empanadas.
The menu offers a wide variety of empanada flavors, both savory and sweet. I tried several, including the beef and cheese, chicken with cilantro, and the spinach and feta—and every single one was delicious. The crust was perfectly golden and flaky, and the fillings were flavorful, well-seasoned, and satisfying. I also appreciated that each empanada was clearly labeled, which made it easy to keep track of what I was trying.
For dessert, I had the guava and cream cheese empanada, and it was absolutely heavenly. Sweet but not overly sugary, with a perfect balance of flavors. I also tried their iced coffee, which was smooth and refreshing.
What really made the experience special was how personal it felt. The owner clearly takes pride in the food and makes you feel like a valued guest. I can’t wait to come back and try more varieties. Highly recommended!
Justin
For a quick weeknight dinner, I stopped by Empanellie’s. While browsing the menu, I decided to try the jibarito - a sandwich made with flattened plantains instead of bread, filled with lettuce, tomato, and a choice of protein ($14). I picked the euphemistically named “steak,” which turned out to be ground beef that wasn’t even well-browned.
The combination of lettuce, tomato, and simply seasoned ground beef tasted a bit too much like a Crunchwrap Supreme. Fresher and twice the size, sure - but still within that same flavor palette.
Even the fried green plantains, which should’ve added some texture, had steamed into mild sogginess from the foil wrap, despite me ordering it for dine-in.
Maybe I’ll try the Cubano or the empanadas next time. The jibarito was fine, but definitely overhyped here and on Google Reviews.
Kayla Pina
Great experience here today! My husband loved his sandwich and I enjoyed my chicken empanadas. Would frequent here if weren’t from out of town!
juan sanchez
Not what I expected this the worst mofongo I ever had,the price and the size of the portion no way this is not Puertorican food
Sherry Krcatovich
Busy, but delicious empenada's and the special was so good, plenty of options.
Jacob Lorenzi
I enjoy coming to get a empanada but sometimes they have a variety of them like a pepperoni or something crazy I’m all for it because all I ever used to have was cheese and meat def recommend cause they got many options
Derek Goulet
Great food. Little pricey. Friendly employees
Magali Ruiz
They offer variety of empanadas, including dessert-type. We tried one stuffed with pastelon and it was very good. We also tried an alcapurria stuffed with pork and rice and it was filling and delicious, Not greasy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mayhem Ink Tattoo
Always ready with a display of every empanada you could think of. And recently they added a buffet which is choice. Great prices and cool atmosphere if you want to chill or if you want to get in and out on the go.
Stopped in on a whim and wow we were blown away! The empanadas are amazing! Had a chicken and cheese, it had moist chicken and melted cheese inside with the right amount of seasoning with a crispy crunch. The taco empanada was really yummy. The fried plantain was awesome too! The dessert empanada was delicious as well, had a raspberry and a dos dulce cream. Both amazing! Really nice staff and everything was made hot, fresh and fast. I wish I took photos. Definitely will return here soon.
I returned and had some Tre Leches cake, Tostones, and a Boston cream empanada. I was able to hold off long enough to actually take a picture. All were absolutely amazing! I can’t recommend enough!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boston Cream Empanada, Tres Leches Cake
Nicole
Ive driven an hour from Mass a few times just to come here and get burrifongo, please open a second location preferably in Massachusetts : ‘ ) LOL Food is amazing.
Absolutely love this cute little place the food is delicious especially the rice and pernil. The service is great! I found my new go to spot for spanish food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scott Lovy
Great local spot for Porto Rican food. Great service!
I recently visited Empanellie’s and was absolutely blown away by the quality of the food and the warmth of the service. This small, locally-owned spot is a true gem, and I’m so glad I discovered it. The moment I walked in, I was greeted with a friendly smile and the wonderful aroma of freshly baked empanadas.
The menu offers a wide variety of empanada flavors, both savory and sweet. I tried several, including the beef and cheese, chicken with cilantro, and the spinach and feta—and every single one was delicious. The crust was perfectly golden and flaky, and the fillings were flavorful, well-seasoned, and satisfying. I also appreciated that each empanada was clearly labeled, which made it easy to keep track of what I was trying.
For dessert, I had the guava and cream cheese empanada, and it was absolutely heavenly. Sweet but not overly sugary, with a perfect balance of flavors. I also tried their iced coffee, which was smooth and refreshing.
What really made the experience special was how personal it felt. The owner clearly takes pride in the food and makes you feel like a valued guest. I can’t wait to come back and try more varieties. Highly recommended!
For a quick weeknight dinner, I stopped by Empanellie’s. While browsing the menu, I decided to try the jibarito - a sandwich made with flattened plantains instead of bread, filled with lettuce, tomato, and a choice of protein ($14). I picked the euphemistically named “steak,” which turned out to be ground beef that wasn’t even well-browned.
The combination of lettuce, tomato, and simply seasoned ground beef tasted a bit too much like a Crunchwrap Supreme. Fresher and twice the size, sure - but still within that same flavor palette.
Even the fried green plantains, which should’ve added some texture, had steamed into mild sogginess from the foil wrap, despite me ordering it for dine-in.
Maybe I’ll try the Cubano or the empanadas next time. The jibarito was fine, but definitely overhyped here and on Google Reviews.
Great experience here today! My husband loved his sandwich and I enjoyed my chicken empanadas. Would frequent here if weren’t from out of town!
Not what I expected this the worst mofongo I ever had,the price and the size of the portion no way this is not Puertorican food
Busy, but delicious empenada's and the special was so good, plenty of options.
I enjoy coming to get a empanada but sometimes they have a variety of them like a pepperoni or something crazy I’m all for it because all I ever used to have was cheese and meat def recommend cause they got many options
Great food. Little pricey. Friendly employees
They offer variety of empanadas, including dessert-type. We tried one stuffed with pastelon and it was very good. We also tried an alcapurria stuffed with pork and rice and it was filling and delicious, Not greasy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always ready with a display of every empanada you could think of. And recently they added a buffet which is choice. Great prices and cool atmosphere if you want to chill or if you want to get in and out on the go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
cubano n guava juice , pretty good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cubano Sandwich
Restaurantji Recommends
Stopped in on a whim and wow we were blown away! The empanadas are amazing! Had a chicken and cheese, it had moist chicken and melted cheese inside with the right amount of seasoning with a crispy crunch. The taco empanada was really yummy. The fried plantain was awesome too! The dessert empanada was delicious as well, had a raspberry and a dos dulce cream. Both amazing! Really nice staff and everything was made hot, fresh and fast. I wish I took photos. Definitely will return here soon.
I returned and had some Tre Leches cake, Tostones, and a Boston cream empanada. I was able to hold off long enough to actually take a picture. All were absolutely amazing! I can’t recommend enough!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boston Cream Empanada, Tres Leches Cake
Ive driven an hour from Mass a few times just to come here and get burrifongo, please open a second location preferably in Massachusetts : ‘ ) LOL Food is amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boston Cream Empanada, Sweet Plantains, Burrifongo, Cilantro Sauce, Jibarito, Jibarito Sandwich
The best Puertorican 🇵🇷 Empanellie’s
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely love this cute little place the food is delicious especially the rice and pernil. The service is great! I found my new go to spot for spanish food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great local spot for Porto Rican food. Great service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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