The Empanada's Fenway
Restaurant in Boston
The Empanada's in Fenway specializes in over 25 varieties of baked, handmade empanadas featuring notably flaky crusts stamped for easy identification. The expansive menu spans savory options like malbec beef, pulled pork with mango BBQ, four cheeses, and breakfast bacon egg and cheese, as well as sweet dessert fillings like Nutella brownie and guava with cheese. Reviewers praise the baked pastry for being lighter and easier to digest than traditional fried empanadas.
Viewer feedback is divided between high excitement and sharp critique over authenticity and pricing. While many commenters are eager to visit and praise the variety, critics label the empanadas as overpriced at around $5 each and consider them gentrified or mediocre compared to traditional Latin spots. The owner actively engages with prospective diners in the comments to welcome them to the Fenway location.
- Look at the crust stamps to identify different savory and sweet fillings easily.
- Try popular savory choices like four cheeses, malbec beef, or bacon egg and cheese.
- Save room for dessert offerings such as Nutella brownie and guava & cheese.
- Expect baked pastries that are lighter and less greasy than traditional fried versions.
- Be mindful of the higher price point (around $5 each) compared to classic Latin bakeries.
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