EDA - Empanadas De Acá

I tried beef saltena, creamy spinach, and guayaba a quesa. The filling was really yummy. I thought the crust was slightly on the drier side. The guava and cream cheese was good, but I almost couldn't tell it was guava, it just tasted like jam and cream cheese. I tried this place through Uber eats pick up!

Wow, do I have great news for y'all! Empanadas de Acá is now open on Bandera Road. I have been waiting for this to happen. You know I have a new favorite Chinese restaurant, Wei Chow. Well this is a companion business in the same building. They are run by a husband from Argentina (empanadas) and a wife from Taiwan (Chinese food). Together, they have created a wonderful food experience.Both businesses are connected by a hallway. Coffee ordered in either place is handcrafted in Wei Chow. Let me just say that the coffee is amazing. All those little boxed joints opening up can not even compete with the quality and care put into the coffee here. If you doubt my word, order a Vietnamese iced coffee and watch it being made. The young baristas look like they are doing a science experiment. Okay... Let's talk about empanadas. In my lifetime, I have only had a few of these. Some were the pumpkin ones from Mexican bakeries in town. Others were homemade by a friend who had lived in Panama. So, that being said, I am no expert. Once again, I have to say I am evaluating these on the basis of what tastes good to me. And, the ones I had today were wonderful.When you first walk in, you are hit with the beautiful aromas of the empanadas. Then, you look into the cabinet and see a lot of different kinds- both savory and sweet. Some have Spanish words that meant nothing to me. One example is "humita". The owner told me it was corn and cheese. I also didn't know the word "salteña". That turned out to be a mix of chicken or beef with raisins, egg, olives, and a sweet spicy sauce. I ordered a beef salteña and a chicken salteña. They were served with a little cup of chimichurri sauce for dipping. The empanadas by themselves were really nice. The edges were pleasantly crunchy, but not hard. The crust was tasty and did not overpower the immense amount of fantastic filling. But, when I dipped my empanada into the sauce, it was over the top delicious!I chased the empanadas with a delicious cold brew iced latte. A server brought it over from Wei Chow. It was really delicious. If it weren't for the calories, I would have gladly ordered another one.Okay... Here's my dilemma. When I pull up to the building, which do I choose- the best Chinese food in town or some really amazing empanadas? Always a problem solver, I've come up with a plan. First, I'll eat Chinese food. Then, I'll pop next door and have a sweet empanada for dessert. It's all good. I better keep going to my Senior Strength classes and hitting that treadmill at Gold's Gym four times a week.

Came to this little shop looking for dessert after having lunch next door (Wei Chow, fabulous Taiwanese/Asian food btw). This was newly opened yesterday (11/16/2023)! Damn, missed the opening and being the first one to review! Anyway, it is located near a residential area on Bandara Rd crossing Camino Bandera, in a small business plaza with plenty of shared outside parking.Cosy and small store that captures your nose with the amazing smell. They have all kinds of sweet and savory (salty) empanadas to choose from. You will always be greeted by the friendly staff with a smile. Tried the guayaba y queso empanada. Perfect sweet dessert after lunch; the surface is slightly crispy and after the first bite the amazing filling will overflow out requiring you catch them. All is worthwhile. Almost like an upgraded peanut butter jelly sandwich but even better. Will definitely come to try out more of their different flavors. Keep up the good work Empanadas De Acá!

Had a chance to stop by this brand new business on opening day and it did not disappoint! I was greeted as soon as I walked in and the friendly service continued. The smells alone got me expected but once I saw all of the various Empanadas on display, I became giddy! I could have ordered ten of these things but one is enough to stuff you. They had at least ten different choices and each sounded delicious. I decided on the Fried Shredded Chicken & a Beef Salteña. Both were overstuffed and seasoned beautifully. The sauce they offer was the perfect compliment to each. I cannot wait to get back and try each one! Congrats guys and we'll done!

Empanadas on the go! Fresh and flavorful. I tried the chicken saltena and the beef and cheese empanadas. Both were really good. The dough/pastry wasn't too thick unlike some places and they were jam packed with filling. I enjoyed it. Bet they're even better first thing when they open. Definitely give the chicken salteña empanadas a try. Think you'll enjoy it. Plus, super friendly customer service and clean restaurant. A++

This place is a hidden gem, great for a home made grab on the go. The beef saltena is my favorite, you can order at the register for service and have a nice little sit down inside/out or quickly head to your car. I'll take this over fast food chains any day.

OMG. If you don't get your body over to see the Eda gang for these empanadas....you are missing out. Sturdy pastry crust blankets over these generously sized hand pies of love. Not greasy at all so you can eat these like an animal if you want! You can eat probably 1 and be full but then have buyer's remorse you didn't take 6 friends so you could each get a flavor and share. The chimichurri oil (I have no idea the right name) but that is a x won't. Fresh and complements the empanadas. Savory and dessert options. Wow.

Chicken and cheese empanada and apple empanada were fantastic. The young man behind the counter was helpful and gave good suggestions.

Eda opened on Bandera a few weeks ago. The empanadas are beautiful in color and texture and completely filled. No wasted space here! I tried the Chicken Saltena, which has shredded chicken with garlic, onion, olives, and raisins. My mother-in-law and I shared the Guayaba & Queso for dessert. That one was guava with a smooth cheese that reminded me of an old-fashioned cheese and apple pie. Delicious and unique! The attentive employee said they are inspired by Argentinian and Paraguayan flavors. There is minimal seating inside, but the space is modern and clean. Bonus: the restaurant owners also own Wei Chow, billed as Taiwanese comfort food, next door!

1. The service is amazing and they explain everything very well. 2. The food is so incredibly good, savory and sweet. (I'm always going to love the guava and cheese best)3. Even if you aren't close it's absolutely worth the drive.