Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli – American
This vibrant neighborhood haunt blends the rustic charm of a classic deli with a sophisticated culinary spirit, filling the air with the savory aroma of flame-grilled burgers and freshly baked bread. The kitchen masterfully bridges the gap between comfort and elegance, offering a diverse landscape of flavors where delicate tuna sashimi and silken hand-made ravioli share the table with bold, peanut-crusted steaks.
161, E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087 +16692497080 https://www.empirearmadillo.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, raw-food, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Dairy-Free at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli in Sunnyvale has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad (Small), Tuna Sashimi and Green Salad (Medium). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli in Sunnyvale has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad (Small), Tuna Sashimi and Green Salad (Medium). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli in Sunnyvale has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad (Small), Hand-made Ravioli and Bread & Dips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli in Sunnyvale has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Peanut Crusted Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli in Sunnyvale has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Healthy Smoothie and Schnitzel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli in Sunnyvale has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad (Small), Fresh Juice (Large) and Fresh Juice (Medium). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli in Sunnyvale has 16 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad (Small), Hand-made Ravioli and Bread & Dips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli in Sunnyvale has 11 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad (Small), Bread & Dips and Chocolate Mousse (Single). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Peanut Crusted Steak | 15.8 g | 41.7 g |
| Tofu Skewers | 43.5 g | 27.9 g |
| Classic Beef Burger | 76.6 g | 22.8 g |
| Lemon Meringue Pie | 69.7 g | 19.7 g |
| Classic Mushroom Burger | 67.6 g | 16.9 g |
| Classic Chicken Burger | 61.8 g | 15 g |
| Chocolate Mousse (Single) | 27.3 g | 12.6 g |
| Schnitzel | 10.5 g | 11.9 g |
| Wine | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Soft Drink | 101.3 g | 8.3 g |
| Bread & Dips | 1.9 g | 7.2 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
These dishes are great for sharing
- Bread & Dips - $4.5: Sourdough bread accompanied by hummus, beetroot & whipped feta dips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad (Small) - $3.5: A garden-fresh salad with seasonal greens and roasted almonds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad (Medium) - $5.5: A garden-fresh salad with seasonal greens and roasted almonds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Sashimi - $4.5: Seared fresh tuna, fresh herbs, and a touch of chili Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
A diverse range of flavorful dishes which are all sourced daily and locally
- Hand-made Ravioli - $6.5: Artisanal hand-made ravioli, filled with a blend of cheeses in a basil pesto sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Skewers - $7.5: Grilled tofu skewers, marinated in a blend of soy and sesame with seasonal roast vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish of the Day - $8: Fresh catch of the day paired with asparagus & a cream of sweet potato Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peanut Crusted Steak - $8: Juicy, tender steak cooked to your liking, served with steamed vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Mushroom Burger - $7: Mushroom patty with lettuce, pickles, heirloom tomatoes, served with a side of fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Chicken Burger - $7.5: Chicken with lettuce, pickles, heirloom tomatoes, served with a side of fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Beef Burger - $9: Beef with lettuce, pickles, heirloom tomatoes, served with a side of fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Schnitzel - $4: Crisp and golden on the outside, in a herb and parmesan crumb Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
Our desserts are made in house by our pastry chef
- Sticky Date & Ice Cream - $7: Served with vanilla ice cream, toffee sauce & a peanut crumble Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Classic Cheesecake - $6.5: Topped with a layer of raspberry jam & sliced strawberries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lemon Meringue Pie - $5.5: Zesty lemon meringue, a pistachio crumble, served with a chantilly cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Chocolate Mousse (Single) - $4: Our delicate, yet rich signature chocolate mousse dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Mousse (Double) - $7: Our delicate, yet rich signature chocolate mousse dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Carrot Cake - $5.5: Lightly spiced carrot cake layered with cream cheese frosting Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Brownie - $5: Fresh out the oven brownie filled with dark chocolate chips & walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Healthy Smoothie - $3: Selection of healthy smoothies Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Fresh Juice (Small) - $2: Freshly squeezed orange, watermelon, carrot, and ginger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Juice (Medium) - $3: Freshly squeezed orange, watermelon, carrot, and ginger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Juice (Large) - $4: Freshly squeezed orange, watermelon, carrot, and ginger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Wine - $2: Choice of red, white, or rosé
- Soft Drink - $1.5: Soda, Sprite, Pepsi & Diet Coke
- Coffee - $2.5: Locally roasted coffee, brewed in-house
- Cocktails - $1.5: Aperol Spritz, Gin & Tonic, Mojito
Frequently Asked Questions about Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli
- Is Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad (Small), Tuna Sashimi and Green Salad (Medium).
- What can I eat at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli on a dairy-free diet?
- Green Salad (Small), Tuna Sashimi and Green Salad (Medium) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Green Salad (Small) and Fresh Juice (Large).
- Is Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Empire Armadillo BBQ & Deli?
- Peanut Crusted Steak, at roughly 41.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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