The Empanada Lady

I've been watching this restaurant on social media for quite some time and today December 26th, 2024, I finally made it. Immediately walking in, you can't help but notice the warm vibe, the vibrant colors of decor, chairs, walks, artwork, etc. the restaurant itself is well-kept, very clean and spacious. We (my daughter & I), were immediately greeted soon as we walked in, we were able to pick our own seat. After finding a cozy little corner, the server (Taylor), immediately came over, greeted and acknowledged us and brought us water. Taylor was very attentive, pleasant and courteous! The menu was on a QR scan/code, but easily accessible. We order garlic Parmesan wings and hot & spicy wings and appetizer. I order beef, chicken and shrimp empanadas and my daughter did as well. JUST WOW! EVERYTHING WE ORDERED WAS DELICIOUS!!! The wings were hot, fresh and delicious! Now babbbyyy let's get into these empanadas, they were made with love. The shrimp empanada was simply amazing along with the beef! I didn't make it to my chicken empanada because I was full, lmbo!! The Red Sangria was delicious!! Along with my daughter's Hibiscus Lemonade! The owner was very welcoming and bringing food out as well.The restaurant is giving very much warm, cozy and good ole delicious comfort food! We will be back again & again!!

Another visit to The Empanada Lady, I had to update my review!For starters, there is parking garages (multiple actually), in the surrounding area - less than 5-minutes in walking distance. I brought my girls here for a Saturday night dinner, and like others mentioned, the artwork, music, and overall vibe of this restaurant is great. The staff is attentive, there's board games for those in the mood, and just a good energy the moment you walk in. As for the food, I'm not sure if we missed anything when it comes to an empanada flavor. Between the 3 of us, I'm pretty sure we all ordered something different but unfortunately, there was no way for us to know if were biting into a chicken or pork empanada. Our plates kinda just appeared, and we were to find bite-and-go-seek ourselves.For future customers, a note in front of the specific flavor, a toothpick saying what's what, etc. would be appreciated - so we know what we're biting into.Other than that, we did enjoy our time here! I've gone once, twice, and will more than likely come back for a third time, and this time - sit at the bar.

I was finally able to check out this spot after driving past it darn near every day. I got there as soon as they opened, so there wasn't anyone there. Music was jumping and I love that when I go to any restaurant. I was welcomed by two lovely employees with great personalities. I went there for breakfast & a few drinks, but they only do the breakfast at brunch on weekends. At that point, I ain't really want anything. My partner wanted to stay since she's into empanadas. We got the buffalo wings, half mild, half sweet Thai chili with extra sauce. 7/10. Not bad. Great size and the blue cheese was official. 3 empanadas ... beef 2/10...apple 5/10. It tastes like fresh apples, but just too hard.. & shrimp 6/10. All of them were just fried extremely hard & lacked flavor. Couldn't get into it at all. I paid about $60.00. Glad I was able to give it a try. I'll go back to try their brunch prob. I love the setting & vibes for sure. Park in the parking garage across the street, cause you'll go crazy reading all the parking signs out there. Plus them meter maids be out there heavy. Enjoy.#TeamDiesel4Evaaa

Stopped in and did a large order for my coworkers and I. I even messaged the owner on IG to "warn" her in advance. Overall, there were at least 13 empanadas, a bowl, wings and 5 bread pudding cupcakes ordered. Not a single complaint was made. Everyone loved it. I accidentally ordered 2 extra empanadas. One coworker said he'll try it and take it off my hand. Less than 5 minutes later he's reaching for the other one saying, "yeah I'm gonna take this one too." Lol The Crab is my favorite but that Shrimp empanada, smh, definitely a close second. Next I want to try the salmon. Maybe I should just try all of them. The young lady at the bar was very patient with me and did a wonderful job getting my order correct ( she did a better job than I did). I want to go during brunch. Seems like a fun time.

I've been to The Empanada Lady multiple times but only to get Elite perks there (which were absolutely wonderful!), but this past Friday was the first time I went on my own desire. I had a feeling that The Empanada Lady would be a vibe on a Friday night...and I was 100% right!I sat at the bar, enjoying the space. I love the style in there and it seems like the furniture moves to different and better configurations every time I visit. The music was a good mix of hip hop, but at a nice conversational level.I ordered a beef empanada and the white rice and bean stew, which were both excellent and I gobbled them up per the usual.The staff were super nice and I felt seen and taken care of. Unfortunately, I was wearing just a tank and shorts when I visited, and the AC was bumpin, so I was frozen out of there and had to leave much sooner than I wanted. But I'm glad I went and look forward to spending other Fridays here (and I'll make sure to bring a cardigan/hoodie or something).

I had the pleasure of FINALLY having the Empanada lady at Charm City Live! I had the turkey empanada--I know it sounds basic, but trust me it wasn't. The crust had the perfect crisp and the filling was immaculately seasoned and was just so good. I can't wait to visit again and try other flavors .

This was my first time dining here. And let me say it will not be my last. Can't wait to go back. This place is such a vibe. The decor and setup is really cute. The staff was friendly. Our waiter Taylor was the bomb. She was friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, and just a vibe offering great service. The food was super amazing, hot, and fresh! Now baby the cocktails and shots were on point. Perfectly crafted and super delicious. I can't wait to go back especially to try them for brunch. Do yourself a favor and check this place out pronto.

Wow! This place keeps showing up in my IG feed and everything always looks so great. Finally had a day off to come and try it for lunch and everything was so delish. There was not one thing that we did not enjoy. Our server/bartender was also great! Drinks were good! We took a dessert empanada home and man... soo sooo good! Will definitely be back. I wish I could give tips on the best time to visit. We went on Memorial Day so parking was a breeze due to the holiday. And it was slower probably due to it being lunch, but we enjoyed!

I know I'm late to the party, but this is was my first time visiting The Empanada Lady, and it lives up to all the hype. The place is colorful and well decorated, the atmosphere is airy with my preferred choice and volume of music. Bartender, Arie, made the best drink I ever had, Sweet Seduction, it is sweet and fruit and slowly creeps up on you, it was Fantastic. Now to the food. The Empanadas were crazy. I had one beef and one chicken, the crust is light, buttery, and flaky, they are completely filled with meat, cheese, and lots of flavor, and the dipping sauce was a great addition. Please do not forget to get the BEAN STEW!!! It comes with rice, but next time I will request no rice because I want all that stew. I just left and can't wait to return. I would definitely suggest this place to anyone.

I visited this place for the first time this Saturday before a concert. The atmosphere was a pleasant surprise, with vibrant decor and great music. However, the service was quite slow, and our food took an unusually long time to arrive, making us late for our event. While our server was friendly, they didn't check in often, leaving us wondering if our order had been forgotten. Arrived 6:30 ordered at 6:40 and got food at 7:35ish.The pricing seemed steep for the portion sizes. The OG platter, which we shared, included three chicken empanadas, two small sides, and a cupcake for $35. We also ordered the crab and shrimp balls for $25, only to receive three small balls. Although the food was delicious, the pricing seemed unreasonable, especially considering the serving sizes.On the positive side, the empanadas were generously filled with flavorful chicken and cheese. The street corn with white cheese sauce was a standout, offering a delightful blend of cheesy and tangy flavors. The crab and shrimp balls were also tasty, albeit undersized for the price.In summary, while the food quality was commendable (8.5/10), the service (6/10) and affordability were disappointing. Considering the prolonged wait and high prices, it's unlikely I'll be returning soon. I believe improving the speed of service and adjusting the pricing could make this place more appealing and successful in the long run. Lastly, they add a 20% gratuity to all checks so me mindful.