I love empanadas, and these are soooo wonderful. I love that they offer a variety of flavors and they stamp the name of the flavor on each one. That’s such a thoughtful touch. I ordered the chicken little, cheeseburger, Philly cheesesteak, and the chili chicken.
They all tasted really good. The breading of the empanadas had like a sweet flavor that goes well with the filing. These taste baked. They are a great size as well.
Mpanadas is very aesthetically pleasing, it’s very cute, warm, and welcoming. The seating is very comfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dina
Great place to go and sit down and enjoy a delicious empanada. The lady was very helpful and took her time explaining what kind of empanadas they had. When we got there it was a very cute and relaxing space to eat and have family time. I enjoyed the food and my drink which was a strawberry refresher. Isabella and Marite were very sweet and made us feel welcomed and were amazing. I will be coming back to eat more of their amazing foods. Also we are coming from the Ashburn area so its not close but we will make the drive to Arlington because of the food and the service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Allison Steffens
I absolutely love Mpanadas! I first tried them at a catered event several months ago, and I have been hooked ever since. Marite and Isabelle always make me feel welcome, and the empanadas are absolutely amazing! I especially recommend the chorizo ranchero empanada. Thank you, Mpanadas, for being my new local favorite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carla Calzadilla
Loved how nice the service is, Lucia and Marite took us back home with their delicious food, we highly recommend that you try MPANADAS, especially the jalapeño hot sauce, it is to die for!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marina Romero
Great service, food was great and a lovely aesthetic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karen Jaramillo
This coffee shop is an absolute gem! The seasonal empanada, Havana, was OUTSTANDING! I paired mine with a passion fruit cream latte (not official name) and it was exactly what my soul needed on a Friday afternoon. The coffee was smooth, rich, and clearly crafted with care.
The atmosphere is cozy and charming, with a playful vibe that makes it just as fun to sit and stay awhile as it is to grab something to-go. And yes—the llamas! They add such a whimsical and unforgettable touch to the whole experience.
Jesse’s friendly personality really set the tone for the shop. He provided a superb recommendation and made my experience feel personal by remembering my name after the initial purchase.
Between the incredible food, top-notch drinks, and the one-of-a-kind atmosphere, this spot is easily one of my favorite finds.. lucky me, I was on a random work trip, what a win!
I highly recommend for anyone looking for something special beyond the usual coffee shop scene.
*You won’t be disappointed*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Ross
Awesome experience here. Adorable little empanadas hide big flavor and are remarkably filling. I ordered 8 for my family of 4 and had 3 left over. All of them were delicious!
I can’t say enough great things about M Panama’s! From the moment you walk in, you feel the warmth and authenticity of the place, and that’s thanks in large part to Marite. She is absolutely wonderful—attentive, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about making sure every guest has the best experience possible.
The food is outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and full of that true Panamanian taste that’s hard to find in the DMV area. Every dish feels like it was made with care, and you can tell there’s real love behind the cooking.
What really stood out, though, was Marite’s service. She went above and beyond to explain the menu, offer recommendations, and make sure everything was just right. You don’t just feel like a customer here—you feel like family.
If you’re in Arlington and want a meal that’s both delicious and memorable, this is the spot. Between the amazing food and Marite’s top-notch service, M Panama’s has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vika Chirkova
The empanadas are delicious and very filling. Just two are enough to feel full.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Kostrukoff
Great food, cozy place, friendly service from Marite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ivette Rodriguez
Went to see a friend and invited me to a place called empanadas omg I love it so much!!! Marite was the person who served us and she is the sweetest person ever plus the service 100 as well as the food!! Definitely a place to comeback!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mohammed Islam
The best empanadas I’ve had in the DMV. A cute little spot that feels like eating at a friend’s home.
The chicken and beef is all halal so that is a plus and should open up this place to a lot more people.
Chili chicken and Philly empanada highly recommended. Surprisingly great iced American too. Was not expecting that from an empanada place.
Best empanadas I’ve ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Delicious Horchata latte made by Baristo Juan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love empanadas, and these are soooo wonderful. I love that they offer a variety of flavors and they stamp the name of the flavor on each one. That’s such a thoughtful touch. I ordered the chicken little, cheeseburger, Philly cheesesteak, and the chili chicken.
They all tasted really good. The breading of the empanadas had like a sweet flavor that goes well with the filing. These taste baked. They are a great size as well.
Mpanadas is very aesthetically pleasing, it’s very cute, warm, and welcoming. The seating is very comfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place to go and sit down and enjoy a delicious empanada. The lady was very helpful and took her time explaining what kind of empanadas they had. When we got there it was a very cute and relaxing space to eat and have family time. I enjoyed the food and my drink which was a strawberry refresher. Isabella and Marite were very sweet and made us feel welcomed and were amazing. I will be coming back to eat more of their amazing foods. Also we are coming from the Ashburn area so its not close but we will make the drive to Arlington because of the food and the service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I absolutely love Mpanadas! I first tried them at a catered event several months ago, and I have been hooked ever since. Marite and Isabelle always make me feel welcome, and the empanadas are absolutely amazing! I especially recommend the chorizo ranchero empanada. Thank you, Mpanadas, for being my new local favorite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved how nice the service is, Lucia and Marite took us back home with their delicious food, we highly recommend that you try MPANADAS, especially the jalapeño hot sauce, it is to die for!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service, food was great and a lovely aesthetic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This coffee shop is an absolute gem! The seasonal empanada, Havana, was OUTSTANDING! I paired mine with a passion fruit cream latte (not official name) and it was exactly what my soul needed on a Friday afternoon. The coffee was smooth, rich, and clearly crafted with care.
The atmosphere is cozy and charming, with a playful vibe that makes it just as fun to sit and stay awhile as it is to grab something to-go. And yes—the llamas! They add such a whimsical and unforgettable touch to the whole experience.
Jesse’s friendly personality really set the tone for the shop. He provided a superb recommendation and made my experience feel personal by remembering my name after the initial purchase.
Between the incredible food, top-notch drinks, and the one-of-a-kind atmosphere, this spot is easily one of my favorite finds.. lucky me, I was on a random work trip, what a win!
I highly recommend for anyone looking for something special beyond the usual coffee shop scene.
*You won’t be disappointed*
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome experience here. Adorable little empanadas hide big flavor and are remarkably filling. I ordered 8 for my family of 4 and had 3 left over. All of them were delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marite offered great customer service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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I can’t say enough great things about M Panama’s! From the moment you walk in, you feel the warmth and authenticity of the place, and that’s thanks in large part to Marite. She is absolutely wonderful—attentive, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about making sure every guest has the best experience possible.
The food is outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and full of that true Panamanian taste that’s hard to find in the DMV area. Every dish feels like it was made with care, and you can tell there’s real love behind the cooking.
What really stood out, though, was Marite’s service. She went above and beyond to explain the menu, offer recommendations, and make sure everything was just right. You don’t just feel like a customer here—you feel like family.
If you’re in Arlington and want a meal that’s both delicious and memorable, this is the spot. Between the amazing food and Marite’s top-notch service, M Panama’s has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The empanadas are delicious and very filling. Just two are enough to feel full.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, cozy place, friendly service from Marite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went to see a friend and invited me to a place called empanadas omg I love it so much!!! Marite was the person who served us and she is the sweetest person ever plus the service 100 as well as the food!! Definitely a place to comeback!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best empanadas I’ve had in the DMV. A cute little spot that feels like eating at a friend’s home.
The chicken and beef is all halal so that is a plus and should open up this place to a lot more people.
Chili chicken and Philly empanada highly recommended. Surprisingly great iced American too. Was not expecting that from an empanada place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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