Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Little Rebel, Ten Bells and Mehanata Bulgarian Bar, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Find the best places for empanada in NoLita. Curated list of top-rated restaurants serving exceptional empanada.
NoLita's Premier Empanada Destinations
NoLita’s charming streets are home to an eclectic mix of eateries serving up some of the city’s most satisfying empanadas and savory turnovers. From the traditional Spanish and Latin American influences found at Tio Pepe and Patacón Pisao to unique American and Middle Eastern interpretations at Butler and Mehanata Bulgarian Bar, there is a flavor profile to suit every palate. Whether you are looking for fresh seafood pairings at Ten Bells or a casual bite at Tina's Cuban Cuisine and Little Rebel, this collection highlights the very best of the neighborhood's diverse culinary landscape.
7 restaurants in Best Empanada in NoLita | Top Spots
- Little Rebel · rated 4/5: American.
- Ten Bells · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Mehanata Bulgarian Bar · rated 3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Tio Pepe: Spanish.
- Tina's Cuban Cuisine: Spanish.
- Butler: American.
- Patacón Pisao: Latin American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
