DC Empanadas – Spanish
The air is thick with the irresistible scent of golden-brown pastry dough frying to a perfect crisp, drawing diners into a vibrant space where the humble empanada is reimagined as a bold culinary canvas. Each flaky, hand-crimped pocket serves as a vessel for explosive global flavors, ranging from the nostalgic comfort of the Sunday Dinner to the daring, high-stakes heat of the WMD. This playful destination transforms the classic handheld staple into a punchy, flavor-packed journey that satisfies both the traditionalist and the adventurous eater alike.
1309, 5th Street Northeast, Washington, DC, 20002 +17034005363 http://dcempanadas.com0Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, heart-healthy, mediterranean, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, clean-eating, tlc, mayo-clinic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Beef Empanadas
- The Traditional: Shredded Beef, Spanish olives, Roasted Red Peppers, Raisins, Onions, and Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- El Toro: Chipotle Beef, Onions, Garlic, Cilantro, Black Beans, Cheddar Cheese & Corn Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- The Jersey Shore: Meatballs, Marinara Sauce, and Mozzarella Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- WMD (Weapon of Max Deliciousness): Chili, Beans and Cheddar Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- June Cleaver: Ground Sirloin, Potatoes, Peas, Carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Executive Order: Bacon Cheeseburger with Grilled Vidalia Onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Ropanada: Ropa Vieja Style Shredded Beef with Rice Tossed in a Tomato Based Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- South Street: Philly Style Cheesesteak with Wiz, Onions and Sweet Peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sunday Dinner: Diced Beef with Onions, Potatoes, Peas & Carrots in a Velvety Beef Gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Hulk: Hand Pulled Shredded Beef, Onions, & Cilantro tossed in a tomatillo & Charred Jalapeno Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Pork Empanadas
- El Matador: Chorizo, Potatoes and Spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Il Paesano: Prosciutto di Parma, Mozzarella di Bufala and Dates Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Karate Kid: Pork and Fresh Veggies Tossed in a Sesame Teriyaki Sauce with a Kick! Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Luau: Slow Roasted pork tossed in a Hawaiian style sauce with Pineapple & Mango & Carrots with a kick! Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Amazingly Aroi: Pork, Thai Seasonings, Onion, Thai Peppers, Green Peppers, Onions, and Spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Lunch Box: Ham and Swiss Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Jake: Slow Roasted Pork Tossed in a Asian BBQ Glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- The Bronx Bomber: Italian Sausage & Mozzarella Cheese Tossed in a Homemade Marinara Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Divine Swine: Pulled BBQ Pork featuring No.5 Sauce from the BBQ Bus! Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cubanito: Slow Roasted Cuban style pork, tossed with onions and a spicy guava sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- The Count: Honey Roasted Smoked Turkey & Ham with Swiss & Gruyère Cheeses served with Strawberry Preserves on the side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Chicken Empanadas
- The Badass: Buffalo Chicken and Blue Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Irie Mon - Jerk Chicken: Grilled chicken marinated in a spicy sauce that is traditionally served in Jamaica Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- La Venganza de Tio Shawn: Chipotle Chicken, Onions, Garlic, Black Beans, Cilantro, & Corn Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- The Taj Mahal – Chicken Tikka: Chicken marinated in yogurt and spices and then served in a tomato cream sauce with Peas & Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mr. Miyagi: Chicken and Fresh Veggies Tossed in a Ginger Teriyaki Sauce with a Kick! Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- El Mariachi: Chipotle Chicken, Corn, Cilantro & Green Onions & Tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- The Big Ragu: White Meat Chicken Tossed in a Home-made Marinara Sauce, Fresh Herbs & Mozzarella Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mikey's Thai Chicken: White Meat Chicken Cilantro, Green Onions, Carrots & Peas Tossed in a Thai Inspired Peanut Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Pollo de Don Carlos: Diced White Meat Chicken Sautéed with Tomatoes, Onions, Potatoes & Carrots tossed with White Wine & Latin Seasonings! Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- The Goodfella: Diced White Meat Chicken & Peas tossed in a House-made Alfredo Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pollo de Primavera: Diced White Meat Chicken Sautéed with Onions, Potatoes & Cilantro tossed with White Wine & Latin Seasonings! Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Vegetarian Empanadas
- Ménage à Trois: Brie, Figs and Marcona Almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- El Greco: Spinach, Feta Cheese and Onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Tio Shawn: Black Beans, Rice, Monterrey Jack Cheese, Chipotle Peppers, Cilantro and Green Onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Hong Kong Phooey: Broccoli, Mushrooms, Carrots, Onions, Baby Corn, & Bamboo Shoots Tossed in a Ginger Teriyaki Sauce with a Kick! Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Mamma Sophia: Eggplant & Fresh Mozzarella balls in a homemade marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Speedy Gonzalez: A mild Cheese Empanada filled with Queso Blanco, Asadero Cheese & Mozzarella Cheese! Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Veggie Nirvana: Potato, Onions, Garlic, Peas, Tomato, Cilantro, and Indian Spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Tio Asher: Tofu, Black Beans, Corn, Cilantro, Chipotle Peppers and Green Onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Fruity Bottom: Pears poached in Sherry & Honey with Brie Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Thai'd Up Veggie: Broccoli, Onions, Garlic, Carrots, Peas, Thai Peppers & Thai Basil tossed in a Creamy Red Coconut Curry! Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic