New chipichape Bakery & Restaurant

"You can satisfy a wide variety of cravings at this busy Colombian bakery in Sunnyside, where the walls are decorated with colorful caricatures of fútbol stars like Carlos Valderrama and René Higuita. But we especially love their empanadas. The pollo filling is unusually soft, with the texture of mashed potatoes and the flavor of chicken soup. Get there early in case they sell out." - will hartman, willa moore, molly fitzpatrick, monica prestia

"If there’s a particular Colombian pastry you have your heart set on, get to New Chipichape early—otherwise they might sell out. You can satisfy a wide variety of cravings at this busy bakery in Sunnyside (around the corner from Parador Caleño), where the walls are decorated with colorful caricatures of fútbol stars like Carlos Valderrama and René Higuita. Your options include pandebono, arepas de choclo, cookies, morcilla, and birthday party-ready frosted cakes, as well as soups and more substantial hot dishes. But we especially love their crispy, crunchy empanadas. photo credit: Kate Previte photo credit: Kate Previte photo credit: Kate Previte Food Rundown photo credit: Kate Previte Empanada De Pollo They have beef empanadas too, but the chicken filling in particular is unusually soft, with the texture of mashed potatoes and the flavor of chicken soup. Papa Rellena The well seasoned, satisfying papa rellena, a substantial potato croquette filled with meat, rice, and egg, is also a treat." - Molly Fitzpatrick