Criollas | Baked Empanadas - Hell's Kitchen

This is one of the few Argentinan Empanada places that I know of and its the bomb!! The beef malbec empanada is soo good and reminds me of the ones in Argentina which I miss dearly. If youre looking for authentic empanadas and alfajores this is the place. Another thing I would like to add is how friendly the staff are. They point you towards deals that they have which is super helpful for people who are indecisive.

5 stars for healthy, but definitely not the tastiest empanadas. If eating lean is a priority, hard to top this place. Had the chicken, pastor, tomato, and spinach. Pastor and spinach were the hits.

Perfect for a bite on the go or quick stop while you explore the city. The Argentine Malbec Beef Empanada is delicious! They offer great promos, accesible prices for tasty food.

Good spot for a quick lunch or snack. The service is very attentive and nice. I got the beef empanada and a chipa. The beef is flavorful and juicy. However, it was a bit cold in the middle when i got mine. The chipa is delicious like a cheese ball. I would get a whole bag of those. Definitely recommend for a quick pickup. I would come back to try the other flavors.

Cutest tiny place for you to grab some empanadas, chipa, medialunas with dulce de leche and more! They opened a little bit more than a week ago and I wish the best for them. I am from Argentina and i can tell that this empanadas are the REAL DEAL! I ordered the Malbec beef, caprese and ham & cheese. I was not disappointed at all. The Malbec one…. OMG you better try it out because is delicious. The dough or taps is super soft and crunchy at the same time and the “repulgue”, “relleno”, or “filling” was just like the one at home. They also sell mate, some bags, bombillas (straw for mate), Yerba (herb for mate) and more. I was lucky and got to meet the owner who’s also Argentinian. It was really nice to meet him. It has barstools indoor and some tables outdoor for you to enjoy your meal or treat 😌 Will be coming this weekend to get some more empanadas, so see you soon!!

Now first let me say the flavors are fantastic. The service was helpful and friendly. The only thing that almost turned me off was the price point. For only 1 empanada is $6.15. Thankfully they do have special box prices that let you get 3 or 6 empanadas and a drink or two. The empanadas were delicious and filled to the brim. There was no half-filled with filling and the rest air. One empanada isn't much but three can get you through the day as a light lunch or a quick snack. If you do try this, I would recommend getting the box deal and trying the Argentine Malbec beef, the smoked chicken, or the Fugazzetta (4 cheese) empanadas. The desserts they had were all $4 a piece and very delicious and sweet. Definitely would be great with a strong espresso or bitter coffee to balance out. This is located in the underground market located at the 59th St-Columbus Circle train station for the A, B, C. D, AND 1 trains. Parking is very difficult in the area but there are paid parking garages. This location is a takeaway only but there are standing tables available near the shops for anyone to use. Cash and credit are both accepted. No public bathroom is available. 04/2024

It's surprisingly difficult to find good empanadas (Argentine or otherwise) in Manhattan, so I'm really happy to have found Criollas, a legit Argentine empanada spot. The two must-tries are Malbec-beef and the ham and cheese, which are two very different experiences but both very good. The beef is a great size, the dough is great and the meat is tasty (get it with chimichurri). The Ham and Cheese is very creamy, in line with the Argentine style of empanada, but very different from what you'll find elsewhere in Latin America. I also tried the smoked chicken and the fungho, which were good, but not my faves I'll def be back to try all the rest.

Had a quick afternoon bite before a broadway show, their baked empanada feels healthy yet delicious! Love to visit again for a bite of sweets too! (I got Spinach with Chimichuri and such a great combo)

Criollas Baked Empenadas stands out in this area of Hell's Kitchen. There's plenty of fast food, cafes and pizza joints - but empanadas? Very unusual and that instantly drew me in. Criollas is a medium sized space, but most of it is dedicated to the counter (there is a small amount of seating). Along the counter you see the empanadas and various baked goods. The place is very modern and clean looking but still manages to feel small and warm. I wound up ordering six to go (two of each flavor). Each empanada is shaped slightly differently so you can tell them apart. They are packed into a nice box but if you want sauces you have to pay extra. You can choose between a hot sauce which is smooth and tasty with some heat. The Chimichurri Sauce is fresh and gives each empanada an extra savory flavor. Here are the ones I chose: Argentine Malbec Beef Empanada (Juice grass-fed beef, olives and caramelized onions) One of the great things about baked empanadas is the lack of grease. The outer shell is beautifully baked and full of flavor. The beef was super tasty and I even liked the olive flavor (and I'm NOT a big olive fan!). If you're visiting for the first time this is a must try. Spinach & Cheese Empanada (Fresh spinach, mozzarella and onions) This is one of the classic empanada combinations and I really enjoyed it. The shell on this one was not as thick as the one used for the beef empanada but it held together just fine and tasted great. The spinach, cheese and onions were mixed perfectly so every bite got you all three flavors combined very nicely. Funghi Empanada (Shiitake, cremini, white mushrooms, onions and corn) This empanada is their vegan option. I am a BIG mushroom fan so this one really tempted me. Again, the shell had a different texture than the other two. It was thinner than the other two and a bit stretchier but it was great all the same! I really enjoyed both my visit and the food from Criolla's. Definitely check this out!

This place was amazing! The empanadas were fresh and delicious. The staff was great and answered every question with a smile. This small but adorable storefront was cozy and decorated beautifully. Definitely worth a trip.

I enjoyed the charming ambiance of Criollas empanadas, and the customer service was excellent, the lady that took our order at the register was so sweet and attentive. Unfortunately, the empanadas did not align with my taste preferences, and they were super overpriced - $18.00 for 3 empanadas and a water. I was really looking forward to the ham and cheese since it is my favorite, but this one wasn't good (imo) and also since they had already been baked prior they weren't hot, mostly warm. Would have been nice to get a fresh batch, overall cute place :)

Lovely above ground spot not far from the original in Columbus circle. Delicious argentinian malbec beef empanada that tasted fresh, savory, and wholesome ingredients. Alfador was crumbly, creamy and great little treat

Riquísimas las empanadas, sobre todo la de espinaca. Ideal para compartir en un evento de cumpleaños o reunión de trabajo. Las medialunas son excelente! Lo chicos son muy amables con la atención, explicando los sabores.