Empanada Mama LES

I got the cubana Arepa and the flavor on it was incredible. That pork was so tender and delicious, it made it a great experience. I did have to pull off half of the cheese on it bc it was way too much, but that’s just personal preference. Our server was very kind and informative when it came to ordering. I have celiac so I asked if the wheat and corn empanadas shared a fryer and sadly they do, so no empanada for me. I noticed after the fact that the arepa was also fried, so I’m not sure if those share a fryer as well. I took gluten-ease and an allergy pill preemptively, so I’ll update if there’s any noticeable adverse effects for my fellow celiacs. They have plenty of non-fried options too just fyi! Edit: I did feel a little weird after the arepa, so best to just avoid the dried food if you have a strong sensitivity/cealiac.

Still Love Empanada Mama, But… I absolutely love Empanada Mama—especially for their gluten-free empanadas (huge win!) and perfectly cooked maduros. As always, everything was hot, fresh, and delicious. The staff member who brought out our food was so kind and pleasant—it made the experience even better. The only downside this time was the maduros portion. The container wasn’t as full as usual, which was a bit disappointing, especially considering the price and how much I love them. Still, I’ll definitely be back—just hoping for a fuller serving next time