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Welcome To Empanada Kitchen
At Empanada Kitchen, we celebrate the vibrant flavors of Argentine cuisine in a casual, welcoming environment. Founded with a dedication to quality and community, this Latinx- and veteran-owned establishment in San Diego offers an array of delicious empanadas, from traditional beef and chicken to savory vegetarian options like mushroom and goat cheese. Emphasizing fresh ingredients and authentic techniques, Empanada Kitchen also prioritizes accessibility with takeout, delivery, and accommodating spaces for everyone. Join us to experience a culinary journey that brings people together, whether you're enjoying a quiet lunch or a lively happy hour with friends and family.
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Empanada Kitchen
Welcome to Empanada Kitchen, a delightful Argentine eatery tucked away in the heart of San Diego at 819 C St. This vibrant spot offers a cozy, casual atmosphere where delicious flavors and warm service blend seamlessly to create an inviting dining experience. Particularly renowned for its remarkable empanadas, Empanada Kitchen has quickly become a must-visit for breakfast and brunch enthusiasts.
As a Latinx-owned and veteran-owned establishment, Empanada Kitchen proudly embraces its cultural roots while catering to the diverse tastes of its patrons. The menu showcases a variety of empanada fillings that cater to all diets, including generous offerings for both vegans and vegetarians. Whether you're in the mood for classic flavors like the Beef Empanada or the tangy Chicken Empanada, or prefer the rich, earthy profile of the Mushroom and Goat Cheese Empanada, there's something for everyone.
What sets Empanada Kitchen apart is not just the variety but the quality of each dish. Each empanada is crafted with care, presenting a golden, baked crust that holds succulent fillings. Customers rave about the Ham and Cheese Empanada, celebrated for its simplified yet bold flavor profile, and the popular Apple Pie Empanada, a sweet finish that brings a comforting touch to your meal.
- Location: 819 C St, San Diego, CA 92101
- Payment Options: Accepts Credit Cards, Android Pay, Apple Pay, and Cryptocurrency
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, covered outdoor seating, and dog-friendly
- Dining Experience: Casual, trendy, with outdoor seating and private dining available
- Special Offers: Happy hour specials and a military discount for service members
Customer feedback reflects the warm and cheerful approach of the Empanada Kitchen staff. Patrons like Patrick G. laud the eatery for its consistently delicious offerings, often returning to sample various empanada flavors. Meanwhile, Ally W. appreciates the organized presentation of flavors, featuring stamped initials that ensure everyone knows what's on their plate.
In conclusion, Empanada Kitchen encapsulates the spirit of Argentine cuisine with its thoughtfully crafted empanadas, vibrant atmosphere, and commitment to accessibility. So, if you're in San Diego and craving a flavor-packed bite that feels like home, look no further than this gem. Dive into the world of empanadas at Empanada Kitchen, and treat your taste buds to an unforgettable culinary journey!
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“ This place is good, but the empanadas were not authentic. They were made from a flour dough and then baked, so they are perfect if you're avoiding fried food, but if you're in the mood for your grandmas empanadas maybe try somewhere else ”
“ Yumminess for ratatouille veggie!! This was a recom and was pleasantly surprised .. Mushroom n goat cheese and finally beef rounded up my trio .. Service was good and fast and the gentleman was helpful . Can't wait to try other flavors in this casual atmosphere spot ”
“ What do you put in your empanadas? While in San Diego for a conference, my wife and I ate at this restaurant for 3 of the 6 days we were there. Amazing food! We had the Ham and Cheese, Sweet corn and basil, vegetarian, chicken, beef, and apple empanadas. None of them were disappointed! None!!! But, if I had to choose a favorite, it would be the ham and cheese. They were all filled nicely, flavorful, and a pretty good size. I will definitely be back! ”
“ Nice spot in downtown San Diego. Came here for lunch and picked up 3 empanadas. Empanadas were pretty good overall and I would come back. ”
“ If you like empanadas, this place has lots of flavors: beef, chicken, ham and cheese, mushroom, corn, etc. I like how they "stamp" the initials of the flavor on all the empanadas, so you can easily tell which is which in a box. The crust is a little bland (1 star off), but the fillings are delicious. I would skip the chimichurri sauce as it is more like a vinaigrette. ”
“ Definitely the best Argentine style empanadas I've had stateside. I had a Caprese and fugazetta special, and they both took me back to my favorite shop I used to stop at in Palermo on the walk from the Plaza Italia subte. Their chimichurri sauce was very nicely tart. ”
“ Overall solid spot, got a chicken and a breakfast empanada. Flavors were good, the shell was buttery and flaky, the spicy chimi was ok but lacked spice. Overall solid, location felt a little sketchy walking from our hotel. But I'm not as familiar with the area ”
“ Grab and go empanadas made with love and flavor. These bite sized delights are small but mighty! Cute ambiance on the corner when you enter the food hall and service was wonderful! Empanada Kitchen hand makes their empanadas and their own chimichurri sauce fresh using a traditional-gaucho homemade recipe. Featured: The Special of the day Argentina pork sausage,provolone, & chimichurri Mushroom & Goat Cheese Sautéed onions & mushrooms, goat cheese, mozzarella Caprese Basil, tomato, mozzarella Beef The most tradional filling- beef, onion, red bell pepper, green onion, olives Chicken Chicken with home made sofrito Ratatouille (vegan) Roasted veggies, onion, red bell pepper, eggplant, zucchini, tomato, garlic Alfajores cookies classic Argentinian cookie filled with dulce de leche Havanna chocolate cookies Two sweet cookies with creamy Dulce de Leche between the cookies, all covered in chocolate Come visit soon and grab a table outside and enjoy Italy vibes! ”
“ This place easily caught my eye when we passed by it once because of its yellow facade. Decided to finally try it out one and morning and it did not disappoint! They have a variety of rotating flavors of Argentine-style empanadas to choose from and we got the following: Spicy Italian sausage - arguably the best we got among the trio. The mushroom and goat cheese one would be the runner up. Our least favorite was the bacon and egg as it is pretty basic but overall, all three have really good outer dough and internal flavors. We will be returning customers from here on! ”
