World Empanadas

Restaurant · Burbank ·

World Empanadas

Restaurant · Burbank ·

Savory, sweet & vegan empanadas, housemade salsas, breakfast burritos

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1206 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91506 Get directions

$10–20

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"This bakery serves incredible Argentine-style empanadas from a walk-up window in the middle of Burbank. Picture thick, flaky pockets that come stuffed with everything from sausage gravy to Nutella and bananas. The tiny shop is open on weekdays fom 11am-5pm (until 7pm on weekends), making it a great quick lunch or somewhere to pick up a bag of perfectly golden treats when you want to surprise your coworkers. The spicy, smoky chile con carne is our favorite on the menu. Whichever version you get, ask for extra sides of their chimichurri sauce." - brant cox, sylvio martins

https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/guides/best-restaurants-burbank

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"When ordering from the walk-up window at the Burbank empanada factory, take note of the assembly line of workers lovingly putting together dough filled with spinach and cheese, chorizo, chicken pot pie, ham and cheese, and a fantastic marinara, mozzarella, cheese, and fresh basil empanada; though other sauces are available, just get the chimichurri for dipping." - Eater Staff

https://la.eater.com/2024/1/16/24026947/best-dishes-eater-editors-ate-this-week-january-16

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World Empanadas - Review - Burbank - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"This walk-up window bakery in the middle of Burbank is dishing out some of our favorite empanadas in LA. These are thick, flakey Argentine-style empanadas that come stuffed with everything from biscuits and gravy to Nutella and bananas. The tiny shop is open everyday from 11am-7pm, making it a great quick lunch option or when you want to surprise your team at work with a bag of perfectly golden treats. The spicy, smoky chile con carne is probably our favorite on the menu, but whichever you get, make sure to ask for several extra sides of their chimichurri sauce." - Brant Cox

https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/reviews/world-empanadas

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World Empanadas

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Family‑run counter turning out Argentine‑inspired empanadas with vegan options and community ties. The official site lists current hours and specials, including a breakfast burrito side project.

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World Empanadas

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Family-run since 2012, this Magnolia Park favorite turns out Argentine-style empanadas plus salsas and breakfast burritos. Praised by local reporters and the Burbank Chamber, it’s an easy, heartfelt taste of Burbank community.

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World Empanadas

Khiem N.

Google

Nah fam they might actually be the goat. This place actually makes better pasta than most Italian restaurants. Like it's actually al dente. Wild. The burrito is good too. Where this place shines is the empanadas. The perfect mix of crispy but soft. The stuff is reasonable, the flavors are all there. In the corner of your empanada, they actually press on the initials for what type it is so it's easy to tell later on. You've gotta clean the outdoor seating yourself, like brush off peopes crumbs and the like, but that's cool.

Melissa

Google

Came here for the first time and it was okay. The employees were super nice and I received my order within the time they gave (about 6-8mins for 3 empanadas and soup). Parking on the street was limited when I arrived around 4pm but I found a spot not too far away. For the food: I ordered the beef, Santa Fe chicken, and biscuits and gravy empanadas. I also got the tortilla soup. I ended up paying over $20 with tip. The beef empanada was only half filled. The Santa Fe chicken empanada was pretty good. The biscuits and gravy empanada had way too much pepper and wasn't that good - I couldn't finish it. The dough was undercooked for all of them. The beef had raw gummy dough. The tortilla soup was a good vegan option but not sure I'll order it again. Overall, the empanadas could have been cooked longer but the pastry had good flavor. I'm not sure they were worth $5/ea but everything is expensive these days.

Harrison

Google

They used to have seating indoor and out the back but now it's limited to a few tables out front. In fact everything is outfront now, including ordering & pick up. They do a lot of pick-ups for industry workers so the wait can get very long. It just feels a lot more impersonal than it used to. The food, however, has remained consistent. Their empanadas, soups, and teas are great. My personal favorite is Chili Con Carne with verde salsa and a hibiscus iced tea.

Vijay M.

Google

Their veggie/vegan empanadas and burritos are FANTASTIC!!! Their chimichurri could use some work, but still great food!!!

Russo G.

Google

World Empanadas in Burbank was a mixed experience for me. It took longer than expected to get just two empanadas, which was a bit frustrating. The outdoor seating area isn’t very enjoyable, it’s hot, with no shade, and feels like you’re sitting right next to the road with tons of cars constantly passing by. As for the food, the empanadas were okay, but honestly, I feel like they’re more hype than substance. That said, the staff were very friendly and welcoming, which I appreciated. Overall, not bad, but not sure I’d go out of my way to return.

Lola B.

Google

Some of the best empanadas I've ever had. The vegan mishroom and cashew cheese is a heavenly flavor bomb. The salsas are flavorful and perfectly spiced. Can't wait to come back!

Trever S.

Google

Picked up a box of 6 empanadas to bring home, and another time i stopped by on impluse while driving by with my wife and we sat down on their outdoor tables by the sidewalk and had some coffee and 2 breakfast empanadas each. I personally loved their pepperoni pizza empanada, theres alot of different kinds of flavors to try beyond the standard beef/chicken/pork fillings a traditional bakery would have. Its a good place to know about. Their empanadas might be the perfect snack your craving that day, or you need to quickly get something like Porto's, but without the huge crowd and line.

Aren V.

Google

World Empanadas excels even with to-go orders! I recently ordered takeout and was thoroughly impressed. The empanadas arrived hot and perfectly crispy, with each one packed full of fresh, flavorful ingredients. The attention to detail in packing ensured that nothing was compromised during transport. The variety of fillings is fantastic, offering something for every taste, from classic beef to savory chicken and vibrant vegetarian options. The staff was friendly and efficient, making the pickup process smooth and hassle-free. World Empanadas proves that their quality and commitment to excellence shine through, whether dining in or enjoying from home. Highly recommend!

Britney P.

Yelp

I finally had the pleasure of trying World of Empanadas and I'm honestly so impressed. First of all, their horchata... SO good. Like genuinely one of the best horchata I've ever had, it was super creamy and flavorful but not overly sweet. I tried one of their desserts being their banana and Nutella empanada along with other savory empanadas. Everything was amazing. The Nutella + banana one was definitely a standout for me because they did not hold back at all. It was packed with chocolate and banana in every bite, which I loved because I'm a huge chocolate person. It didn't feel skimpy or dry at all, just super rich and satisfying! For the savory options, I tried the chile con carne, Santa Fe chicken, the breakfast, and the beef & potato. Every single one was delicious, seriously you cannot go wrong with any of them. BUT my favorite was for sure the Santa Fe chicken!! It had so much flavor and tasted really well-seasoned. You can tell everything is made with care. Their green chimichurri needs its own praise. I've tried a fair amount of chimichurris from different restaurants and grocery stores, but this one!!! This one is done perfectly. I can't describe the flavor to you, you just have to try it haha. It goes so well with any of the empanadas! Also, the empanadas came out HOT. Like actually steaming when I opened them, which made them that more enjoyable. Everything tasted really fresh. On top of that, the service was so sweet. The girls working there were really kind and welcoming, which just made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back because I'm already craving that horchata and Nutella banana empanada again!! Thank you so much for having me :)

Ryan O.

Yelp

I went to World Empanadas yesterday and honestly, it did not disappoint. I ordered the soy chorizo and the breakfast empanada, and both were packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. My dad went with the potato and chorizo empanadas and was just as impressed. The real standout for me was the chino chimichurri on the side--absolutely excellent and took everything to the next level. I also grabbed empanadas for my girlfriend, the mushroom & cashew cheese and the samosa, and both were super flavorful and well-seasoned. You can tell a lot of care goes into the ingredients. The service was fast, the ambiance was great, and they have a wide variety of items to choose from, whether you're into meat, vegan options, or something more unique. Overall, great food, great vibe, and solid service. Definitely recommend checking it out--come to World Empanadas.

Jynelle Christine S.

Yelp

Got this for lunch and was pleasantly surprised! At first I thought the breakfast flavor was kind of reminiscent of the kapampangan empanadas which contains fried egg but it was different in a good way :) it's less fried and packed a lot of protein so a bit of a healthier option! The Santa Fe empanadas were also very good and flavorful!

Maruko X.

Yelp

It's basically a takeout place for empanadas, with only three outdoor tables. The waiting time could be long at rush hours, each empanada costs about $5, and discounted prices if you buy half a dozen or a dozen. I've tried one of their most popular flavors, the Beef Empanada with seasoned ground beef, green olives, potatoes, bell peppers, and spices, and it was quite salty.

Bryllan A.

Yelp

If you like all kinds of Empanadas come check this place out they have different variety! You've got savory options like beef, chicken, steak, chorizo, There are also sweet empanadas, Nutella, and banana. Been coming here for years. Coming back soon !!!

Khiem N.

Yelp

Steve A.

Yelp

Amazing empanadas quit a selection from meats to vegans I had Beef. Chili con carne and Nutella with bananas . You got to watch the last one you will bit in to a Nutella oozing out of the shell. The Chili con carne had just the right amount of spice. The restaurant is ultra clean and the service was spot on. You can eat outside or pick up to go

Mary L.

Yelp

Tried this at a friend's borthday party! Flavors were amazing! Lentil and quinoa were bomb! Loved the santa fe one as well.

Victoria A.

Yelp

Delicious. How did I not know this place was here for the last eight years? Their empanadas are sooo good as are their salsas and chimichurri. I need to try their burritos next time. They have a patient and hard working staff. There was a ton of variety and a nice group of tables out front to enjoy their goodies. They also have some refreshing beverages to choose from.

Alma P.

Yelp

I saw on a Yelp friend review this place and I wanted to try it. The place is small and I only saw the windows to order and pick up. So I ordered on line and when I got there my order was ready. I really recommend them. They have different flavors, they even have some sweet ones. I ordered 3 of mushrooms and two of the Garbanzo ones. I also ordered some pepperoni and some cheese. They were so warm, flaky, tasty, and delicious. The mushrooms flavor had enough stuffing and the crust very soft and flaky. Any flavor you get they are pretty good. I am just sad that I am so far away from them I don't get to taste them often. I highly recommend this place. They had couple of tables at the street to eat buy mainly this place is to pick up.

Brianna A.

Yelp

one of the best empanadas i have ever had!!!! bomb bomb bomb empanadas everrrrr! it was my first time here and i will most definitely be coming back as a regular at every bite i took these empanadas melted into my soul!!! ahaha i was one happy gal eating these yummy empanadas. i got myself the Chile Con Carne Empanada, Beef Empanada, and Ham Cheese Empanada. the empanadas were so packed inside, it was fulfilling! I've never had a ham and cheese empanada before and it absolutely hit the spot in the morning! they gave me 3 sauces i can use as dipping sauce and mhm all three were so good! i like that they have outdoor seating as well as street parking in the front. the service was quick. the people working the day i went were really nice. 10/10 best spot in Burbank!!

Jenny P.

Yelp

We ordered a dozen and chose Beef, chicken pot pie, Santa Fe chicken and Chile Con Carne. Loved how it came with the sauces. I'm not a spicy person at all and the Santa Fe chicken was my favorite. Took about 10 minutes and we waited in the tables in front. I didn't realized there was an inside with tables until someone walked in. We came home and everyone practically devoured it. Only 2 left in the box!

Marie Q.

Yelp

Delish empanadas. I got the 6 pack. Beef, spicy potato, biscuits and gravy, pizza flavors. The best one was the potato one. Orders are made at the window and they take a few minutes to prepare fresh. The seating is on the sidewalk so it's great for a quick snack or to just take home.

Ashli A.

Yelp

Cute location, friendly service, good price, good empanadas! I was driving around for a quick bite because I had 15 minutes to burn, and this came up in my Apple Maps search. There was some street parking in the front, and not too crowded. You order at the window, and the menus are directly above the order window. I asked the worker about the most popular empanadas, and he said the beef and the spinach/cheese. I went with beef and a breakfast empanada. I love how they engrave the name of the restaurant into the empanada crust (photo attached). They are cooked to order, and take about 5-8 minutes. For the beef empanada, I feel like it was pretty good! I just wish it had more flavor. It felt like something was missing. Slightly bland. I really liked the breakfast empanada. The salsa really set both off them off :) Make sure to get a side of salsa! I feel like I'd come back to try other empanadas!

Stephanie A.

Yelp

These warm pockets of sunshine are my go to for a quick bite to eat on the go! Hands down the best empanadas I've had in a long time! Highly recommend getting some for the road if you're in the area! They also have flavorful dips to pair with your empanadas :) My favorite is the chimichurri!l

Devin C.

Yelp

Went to check this place out for with my girlfriend, and to be honest was a bit disappointed. The gentleman who greeted us at the window to take our order, right away was a bit rude. Considering it was our first time there, we naturally had a few questions. Not sure why he was visibly annoyed, and on his phone while taking our order?.. This didn't make us feel welcomed at all. We also ordered to-go, but they brought our food to us on a tray. Couple things to note: 1: The breakfast burrito was phenomenal, we got the American Burrito. Highly recommend! Cooked to perfection. 2: The empanadas had too much dough and not nearly enough filling. Definitely not what we expected. 3: The tortilla soup was delicious. All in all, the pricing was average. Not sure we'd go back though, as good as the food was. Customer service definitely needs some improvements.

Anton F.

Yelp

Had a solo brunch here while in the neighborhood. The cashier was nice and helpful but I knew what empanadas II wanted immediately after reviewing the menu. All 4 were very good, not heavy, light flaky crust. The photo and cheese was the most spicy and dense, chili con carne has great flavor, the pot pie most surprisingly good and my favorite was the santa fe. There are 3 sauces available in hot, medium and mild, I enjoyed each, mixing and matching flavors. Order and pick up at the window. There are tables and chairs in front and back with a kiosk to place your order on screen.

Gohar K.

Yelp

I have been here a few times but somehow never wrote a review. The best empanadas in town for sure. It's always fresh, flavorful and delicious. Variety of fillings. They also sell burritos and some other items. I come for the empanadas. A quick lunch today. One with asada and one with chicken. They offer catering and boxes to go. Or you can get it a la carte. Customer service is friendly. Some outdoor seating available. Mostly people get it to go.

Danna K.

Yelp

the bean and cheese was good, the margarita was good. problem was that i ordered 15 minutes ahead of time, and when i came in, nobody asked who i was, of if i already ordered, and i just sat there for another 20 minutes (since I was advised to order in advance because it can take super long). again, nobody asked for that long anything. when everyone around me already left after eating, I asked and saw they grabbed it from their "already ready" area. nobody called my name. i just sat there hungry waiting when it at some point was ready to go. so bad communication all around which was very annoying. otherwise, one should know there is no inside seating. its 2 tables out front on the sidewalk and 2 in the back "patio" which is more like a 10x20 shade structure. on a hot day, not recommended.

Amy H.

Yelp

Being vegan, it can sometimes be challenging to find healthy, delicious "finger foods" on the go. This place blew my socks off. I tried their masala empanada and mushroom & cashew cheese empanada and I was super impressed. It appears that they make all orders from scratch, and what I REALLY loved was the fact that the empanadas were not oily at all. It looks like they bake them instead of frying them, which is a huge plus in my book. Only gripe I would have is the price. I wish they were more affordable, but I can understand - good quality ingredients cost more. Definitely will be going back.

Jennifer G.

Yelp

Love this place! So tasty go for the dozen it's worth it! Great for a football game or a party or just because!

karen p.

Yelp

DELICIOUS!! I have never had an empanada before--I know, sad. What a way to enter into this new world. Family owned and incredibly friendly, the brothers are taking the orders and working the kitchen. As a veggie, I thought empanadas were a meat thing--but the spinach empanada made me a convert. What a great place to pop by after picking up visitors from the airport or even to take home and bake for easy, delicious dinner (it's an option they offer!). This cute little place is the epitome of Burbank creativity and family friendly deliciousness. What a gem. All that, and your dog can eat with you....

Beth M.

Yelp

I previously put five stars for this place. But they recently increased their prices DRAMATICALLY. It's extremely disappointing. You guys are not giving enough food for the price. The empanadas were pricey before but now it is borderline extortion. I'm very sad this used to be one of my go to spots. I don't think anyone wants to pay $40 for 6 empanadas.

Seriah Y.

Yelp

I just came here to try to empanadas, I ordered 2 to try. It ended up taking 15mins to get them, NO LINE. They ended up calling up a person after us who ordered 4 empanadas... I saw them order after me. Then didn't offer us any salsas. I really liked the food just sucks the service blew!

Heather H.

Yelp

Came her on a friend's recommendation. Check in on Yelp and get a free Hibiscus tea, which turned out to be really good. Ordered the beef, chili con carne, spinach and 3 cheese, ham and cheese, and Nutella and banana. The Nutella and banana were so good, especially warm and gooey. Ham and cheese was a hit for my kid, and I loved the spinach and cheese empanada. Went well with the chinchurri sauce that came with it. To place an order, you walk up to the window and order. Then you wait for your order to be called. It wasn't too busy when I arrived around 1215. By 1240, there was a small crowd. The empanadas are made fresh, so it takes about 10 minutes, especially when there are a lot of people at once. There are 2 tables out front, and the street is kinda busy at times. Food was delicious, would come back again.

Courtney F.

Yelp

Little savory pastries (a couple sweet options) stuffed full of the best things, what's not to love? My absolute favorites are the spinach artichoke, cheesy potato, and Nutella. What's really helpful and a cute touch, is how they imprint on the pastry dough what the filling is inside so you'll never have to guess which is which. The people are very friendly and there are a few tables outside along the street if you want to take a seat.

Evelyn S.

Yelp

The rave reviews are right and so many options to indulge in! We came here on Mother's Day 2024. Empanadas: 5/5 I love that they mark your empanada so you don't confuse them. It is on the the left side with the initials of your choice. We decided on a half dozen we got some spinach and cheese, caprese, breakfast, ham and cheese and a chorizo one. We didn't try the sweet ones but they do have that option. The empanadas were nice and plump and full of flavor and cheesy. They don't skip on the filing plus the flavors all seemed to taste good together. The dough was delicious and they were baked to perfection not being to hard or soft just the right amount of crunch around the edges. Those empanadas did not stand a chance! Service: 5/5 Service was great and the young guy who tended us was very friendly and answered some of our questions. We placed our order and waited about 5 minutes before our delicious empanadas came out. You can also place your oder on line just in case you want to just pick them. up Ambiance: This place is not a sit down spot even though they have a couple of those outdoor chair with umbrella sets if you want to enjoy your delicious empanada before you head out. So no real ambiance unless you bring some company with you. Parking: 5/5 plenty of street parking in front this joint so that wasn't a problem. Without a doubt give this place a try!

DJ A.

Yelp

Unfortunately I was lured in from a TikTok video. I called right at 9 am, as soon as they opened. I ordered a breakfast burrito with both sausage and bacon. It took around 18 minutes for the burrito to be done. A little longer than anticipated. Especially first thing in the morning On their TikTok they had a video making the breakfast burrito and they started off making these potatoes that were seasoned up really well. However when I got my burrito, those potatoes were DEFINITELY MISSING. I didn't get anything even close to that. I posted a pic of the burrito I received. Compare to their social media. Definitely a big difference. Not to mention it was a little on the smaller side And the bacon and sausage were chopped up very tiny so it was a little hard to tell what everything was while you were eating. My last big gripe is that the burrito was baked and it made the tortilla a little hard in some places. It was edible but not worth 4 or 5 stars. The salsas were good that they provided. But the burrito didn't stand out at all. And I also feel like they put way more love into making their videos than they do actually making the burritos.

Mark G.

Yelp

I have gone to World Empanada 4 times so far all for Caltech faculty lunch talks. The thing I really like about their empanadas is that they're baked not fried. They will also sell uncooked empanadas that you can cook at home. Last Thursday our geology department at ordered 5 dozen mixed varieties. I have had their Santa Fe Chicken and Chicken Pot Pie Empanadas. Today after our faculty lunch talk was over there was only the creamy corn and caprese pizza empanada left. I took 2 corn and the last remaining caprese pizza empanada. The creamy corn was absolutely delicious and the caprese pizza was good but not anything I would order. Out of the 4 times I have picked up our order everything has been great and the faculty have complemented on how great the food was. Their chimichurri and Mint Chutney sauces are great. Only one time they forgot to give use 5 corn empanada's. When I picked up the order I find out they were not packed when I got to Caltech. They credited our credit card with the 5 missing empanadas. This most recent order was perfect. Keep up the great work World Empanada. We look forward to many more lunch orders.

Donna A.

Yelp

I was craving empanadas and found this place online that was nearby. Ordered the combo for about $13- which included: * 2 empanadas * 1 soup or salad * can of soda I tried the beef and spinach+cheese empanadas. Both were good, my favorite was spinach & cheese- creamy and flavorful. I tried the lentil soup, not bad but not my favorite and will pass next time and stick to just empanadas. Go give them a try

Renee M.

Yelp

Delicious! Of course it's walk up counter with a couple tables on the sidewalk so not fancy just really good food.

Cory H.

Yelp

Was in the area for an event so did a quick search and immediately wanted to try this place - and so glad I did! It was about 10 a.m. (Saturday) and one group ahead of me when I got there. It's outdoors only now. I asked when ordering if the inside was open because of pictures on here showing an inside area; they said they've never reopened the inside since COVID times. Both employees I interacted with were very friendly. They have 3 tables with 4 chairs each outside, so I guess don't come when it's busy if you intend to stay and eat onsite. I got the $13.95 combo meal deal that comes with 2 empanadas, a side and a drink. Side options were: tortilla soup, lentil soup, or a standard salad. It was breakfast time so I got the Biscuits & Gravy and the Breakfast (eggs, bacon) empanadas. Both were excellent - the B&G is not traditional but very tasty with the spices they use. The tortilla soup was excellent as well. I would definitely recommend this place for the food, but not for the ambience. Sitting along the sidewalk of a very busy street is not ideal for eating. Hopefully they'll reopen the inside seating area someday.

Carlie C.

Yelp

first time was cool, will be back to try more things. We called ahead to place and order and after seeing the line, def recommend you do the same. Customer service was great! Nice lil sidewalk patio with two tables, but otherwise there isn't any seating. We ordered: Biscuits & Gravy- fuego! Really nice flavors Chicken Pot Pie- meh, can skip it. Miss with seasonings and texture Mushroom & Cashew Cheese: delicious! esp if you're a fan of cashew cheese Quinoa & Lentil: okay, one note and super lentil-y Vegetable Soup: friend did not enjoy this at all If you check in on Yelp you get a free Hibiscus tea which was lovely and not overly sweet. Will be back to try more and happy that they have so many vegan and veggie options

Sophia C.

Yelp

The service was terrible. I waited over 25 minutes for a small cup of pasta, insane, and the employees attitude was rude. When I asked how long it would take, and she rolled her eyes at me and then proceeded to slam the window after

Ramy H.

Yelp

Delicious empanadas and breakfast burritos that are always hot and fresh I'm so happy they brought back their breakfast burritos after Covid. They are amazing! Comes with a beautiful crema on the side but don't skip on the salsa verde! Not too spicy so don't be alarmed. (Chimichurri is great too) As for the empanadas, you can't go wrong! My favorites are the biscuits & gravy and the ham & cheese. Be aware that These aren't empanadas that have olives in them. If you are like me and don't love olives then you'll be in heaven. This is a small restaurant with only a few tables on the sidewalk. Good for a quick bite or take home. I've only ordered online but the pickup staff is very friendly. Overall would recommend and visit often. Thanks world emp!

Nicole G.

Yelp

I went here because the person I went with is vegan and said they had some good vegan options. I forgot to take pic but I got the meal ( 2 empanadas a side and a drink I got the hibiscus tea for a dollar more) I got the soy chorizo and pepperoni and cheese empanadas. Also the tortilla soup. It was all good. Oddly enough I liked the vegan one a lot better than the pepperoni. We ordered at the window and sat outside. It was a good meal. I would return to try different kinds.

Melissa R.

Yelp

Bussin! 10/10 recommend. Wait was a little long for empanadas but u get quality food!

Hieu L.

Yelp

Only few tables outside to sit and eat. Order from the outside windows. There were quite a lot of options from meat to vegetarian and even dessert empanadas. There is also breakfast burritos available till 2:00pm every day. The chimichurri sauce was very balanced with a little bit of tang to it. I enjoy combining it with the spicy salsa. The fillings of the chicken pot pie, spicy potato and Santa fe chicken were perfect and not dry. The flaky exterior of the empanada was perfectly light and crispy and the ratio of meat to dough was spot on. They also have vegan options and a couple pasta cups available.

Angela G.

Yelp

My sister, daughter, and I enjoyed a lunch here yesterday. My sister and I each got a lunch special which came with 2 empanadas, a side (we got salad), and a drink (we got hibiscus tea which was a $1 up charge.) We got: - Chicken pot pie - it had good flavor, but didn't taste like pot pie to me. It wasn't bad though. - Biscuits and gravy - my sister liked it. I didn't have that one - Southwestern chicken (I forgot the name but it was something like that - This was tasty with a little but of spice. The salad was just spinach and shredded carrots. Fortunately the house made dressing was good. It has a unique flavor, it was tangy with a little sweetness. I just wish the salad had a little more too it, especially since I'm not a huge raw spinach fan. But my daughter who barely eats salad are multiple bites, so that was a win. The chimmichuri was different than what I've had in the past. It was watery and more red than what I've had in the past. But it was still good. The hibiscus tea was delicious. I don't like super sweet tea, so I asked for a cup of water to go with it, just in case. But it wasn't totally necessary. The Jamaica had the right combination of spices and flavors that I really enjoyed. I did end up using the water since I'm more of an unsweetened tea fan though. I'd like to go back and try some other flavors. Parking was easy at the time of day that we went. We just parked up the street, there are no meters.

Nicole H.

Yelp

I tried World of Empanadas recently, and honestly, I was surprised by how good everything was. The empanadas came out hot and fresh, and the crust was perfect crispy on the outside but still soft enough to bite into without it falling apart. You can tell they're made with care because every empanada actually tastes different depending on the filling, not just "same flavor, different inside." I tried a few different ones, and every single one had really good seasoning and felt super fresh. The sauces were also a nice bonus they actually complemented the empanadas instead of just being thrown in. The place itself is simple, but the service was quick and friendly, and I didn't have to wait long. Prices aren't bad either, especially for the quality. I'm really glad I stopped by. If you love empanadas or just want something flavorful and easy to eat, I'd definitely go back.

Kevin H.

Yelp

It was my first time in Burbank and I was in the area. I saw everybody recommending this place on reddit so I thought I had to try. It was an amazing experience. I love seeing the people come and go trying the empanadas. They are really quick and they even have their own app to order if you want to be ahead. They have a large variety of empanadas and I love the sauces that they have to accompany it. Such a warm and comforting food. There is only outside seating but they are really well kept.

Yesenia S.

Yelp

We've passed by this place so many times and finally decided to stop by. We ordered the spicy potato, pepperoni, and the spinach and cheese and wow they are delicious! They're so fresh and they come with a good amount of filling. We will definitely be back for more! Also the employee who helped us was very friendly and offered us suggestions to try.

Eric R.

Yelp

With flakey crust and almost sinful aromas, this place was a lucky find on an otherwise peaceful weekend. The combo I ordered came with a mojito lemonade that left me feeling refreshed with every sip. Ive very much discovered a new delight in each bite and will be eager to return soon.

Aida C.

Yelp

When this first began, you were able to walk in and get your empanadas quickly. It's evolved with a new menu of burritos, samosas, and vegetarian options. Love the new menu but don't like that everyone hangs out front. They should just get a new venue since they have evolved and people love them! I also remember when you could get two empanadas and a drink for under $10. I really wish they would get a bigger venue so we could sit and eat our empanadas warm. I don't like outside seating with the cars passing by. Happy for their success just don't like the prices. $50.00 for a dozen. $5 each plus tax. Food is great!

Gelin Cara T.

Yelp

Driving back to LA from Sequoia and needed a lunch break. Stopped by here on a Sunday afternoon. PARKING - street parking. So be prepared for some parallel parking Restaurant front is street-side. You order from the street side and have the option to walk around the order to the back patio. That is what we ended up doing because we had our dog. FOOD - empanadas were yummy! The options were unique and I was hungry, so wanted to order one of each (but obviously didn't). Because each of our empanadas were different, I wish they somehow differentiated each one. We ended up taking a bite of each to figure out which is which and how to distribute. Also for the side, I'd go with the tortilla soup (although it was hot), over the side salad. Side salad was just salad mix with a vinaigrette. Their sauces were pretty good too. They offer salsa, salsa verde, chimichurri. It's also nice that they offer vegetarian and vegan options. PRICE - a little on the pricey side. A la carte per empanada is like $4.40 each. Combo of 2 empanadas, side, and drink is $12. SERVICE - the workers here are all very friendly and helpful. Made sure to tell us to ask questions if we had any, good vibes from each of them, and when bringing to the back patio to give our food, was conversational with us and our dog. AMBIANCE - Seemed like they had a decent line of people who were ordering or waiting to pick up a curbside order. Their back patio came in clutch since we wanted to eat outside our car since we were in the middle of a road trip. Overall, if I see myself again in the area, I'd be back to try the other empanada options.

Minas K.

Yelp

I've been coming here since 2015, back when the empanadas were always excellent. Now it is just gambling whether I will get a good empanada or not. Yesterday I ordered 6, 2 of which were fresh perfect empanadas, and 4 were stale from the day before, or something was wrong with them. In the past couple years every time I have ordered it's been a gamble, sometimes receiving good empanadas, sometimes stale, and sometimes a mix of the two types. If the quality was consistent I would eat here regularly but I don't want to gamble anymore. The good empanadas are flaky and soft, but the stale ones the dough is rock hard and the filling tastes old. If the consistency issue was solved, I would rate 5 stars and eat here, but I won't pay nearly 40 dollars for 6 empanadas to get 2 great ones, and 4 inedible ones.

Michael L.

Yelp

Quick lunch at World Empanadas. Huge fan of empanadas so had to stop by for lunch. I had driven by numerous times pondering. I found the empanadas filled very nicely. Based on reviews from Google and Yelp and selected the biscuits and gravy and Santa Fe chicken empanadas. Both were excellent choices! Seating was not ideal but there is some in the back patio. Overall a place worth revisiting.

Rhodora J.

Yelp

The service from the male cashier was unfriendly but his female partner today was so kind and pleasant that it made up for his lack of customer service. Love the food.

Daryl D.

Yelp

They have vegan and vegetarian options so that's a plus! They only have a pick-up window so it is all to go orders. I have passed by here so many times, but I finally tried it out. Creamy corn was HOTT when I bit into it, but so good. I enjoyed the chicken one as well. I had the spinach/feta and I think I was thinking of this filling in a dessert form when there's more feta than spinach so when I bit into it I was surprised. All of it was piping hot and fresh. I would absolutely come back again.

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Family‑run counter turning out Argentine‑inspired empanadas with vegan options and community ties. The official site lists current hours and specials, including a breakfast burrito side project.

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Their veggie/vegan empanadas and burritos are FANTASTIC!!! Their chimichurri could use some work, but still great food!!!

Russo G.

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Lola B.

Google

Some of the best empanadas I've ever had. The vegan mishroom and cashew cheese is a heavenly flavor bomb. The salsas are flavorful and perfectly spiced. Can't wait to come back!

Trever S.

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Mary L.

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Tried this at a friend's borthday party! Flavors were amazing! Lentil and quinoa were bomb! Loved the santa fe one as well.

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Jennifer G.

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Love this place! So tasty go for the dozen it's worth it! Great for a football game or a party or just because!

karen p.

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Renee M.

Yelp

Delicious! Of course it's walk up counter with a couple tables on the sidewalk so not fancy just really good food.

Cory H.

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Melissa R.

Yelp

Bussin! 10/10 recommend. Wait was a little long for empanadas but u get quality food!

Hieu L.

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Aida C.

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Rhodora J.

Yelp

The service from the male cashier was unfriendly but his female partner today was so kind and pleasant that it made up for his lack of customer service. Love the food.

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Yelp

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