¡Venga! Empanadas – Mexican
Step into a vibrant slice of Argentina where the air is thick with the comforting scent of golden, oven-baked pastry and savory, toasted spices. Each hand-crimped empanada serves as a portable feast, ranging from the traditional richness of spiced beef and smoky chorizo to earthy mushroom and nutrient-dense kale. Whether grabbing a quick breakfast pocket or lingering over a spread of spicy gallina, diners find a soulful celebration of South American street food in every flaky, flavorful bite.
50, Minna Street, San Francisco https://www.vengaempanadas.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at ¡Venga! Empanadas
Dairy-Free at ¡Venga! Empanadas
¡Venga! Empanadas in San Francisco has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad, Vegan White Bean Soup and Chicken Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at ¡Venga! Empanadas
¡Venga! Empanadas in San Francisco has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Soup, Dipping Sauce and Gluten-Free Empanada Upgrade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at ¡Venga! Empanadas
¡Venga! Empanadas in San Francisco has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad, Caprese Salad and Banana & Caramel Pastelito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at ¡Venga! Empanadas
¡Venga! Empanadas in San Francisco has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ham & Cheese Empanada, Quinoa Chicken Salad and Argentine Beef Empanada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at ¡Venga! Empanadas
¡Venga! Empanadas in San Francisco has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chardonnay Catena Zapata Glass. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at ¡Venga! Empanadas
¡Venga! Empanadas in San Francisco has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chardonnay Catena Zapata Glass. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at ¡Venga! Empanadas
¡Venga! Empanadas in San Francisco has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad, Vegan White Bean Soup and Tango Mango Cooler. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at ¡Venga! Empanadas
¡Venga! Empanadas in San Francisco has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad, Caprese Salad and Banana & Caramel Pastelito. 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 ¡Venga! Empanadas
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Spicy Gallina Empanada | 129.2 g | 61.3 g |
| Quinoa Chicken Salad | 55.9 g | 47.9 g |
| Argentine Beef Empanada | 10.8 g | 42 g |
| Green Bean Salad | 15.6 g | 41.2 g |
| Breakfast Empanada (Meat) | 1.9 g | 40.8 g |
| Lentil Soup with Spanish Chorizo | 19.3 g | 40.2 g |
| Three Cheese & Walnuts Empanada | 58.8 g | 37.1 g |
| California Veggie Empanada | 55.7 g | 35.8 g |
| Salteña Beef Empanada | 28.4 g | 34.6 g |
| Super Kale Meat Empanada | 15.1 g | 33 g |
| Five Pepper Manchego Empanada | 7.7 g | 31.7 g |
| Andean Quinoa Soup | 65.3 g | 31 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Meat Empanadas
- Argentine Beef Empanada - $6.45: natural ground beef, onions, red bell pepper, hardboiled egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Beef Empanada - $6.45: slow-cooked ribs in hot chile sauce with chipotle peppers and baked potatoes Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salteña Beef Empanada - $7.5: knife cut skirt steak, green onions, kalamata olives, pepper, hardboiled eggs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gaucho Chicken Empanada - $6.45: natural chicken, onions, red bell pepper, tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Gallina Empanada - $6.45: natural chicken, onions, yellow bell pepper, tomatoes, parsley, saffron, cumin, chile flakes, cayenne pepper Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Argentine Chorizo Empanada - $6.45: Argentine chorizo, peppers, tomatoes Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham & Cheese Empanada - $6.45: honey-baked ham with Mozzarella and ricotta cheese, with Bechamel sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Kale Meat Empanada - $6.45: kale, bacon, beets, carrots, tomatoes, almonds Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Empanada (Meat) - $7: scrambled eggs with bacon, ham, or chorizo Available at: breakfast, brunch
Veggie Empanadas
- Mushroom Empanada - $6.45: mushroom mélange with zucchini, onions, mozarella and fresh herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Spinach Empanada - $6.45: baby spinach, ricotta cheese, roasted pine nuts Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Five Pepper Manchego Empanada - $6.45: poblano chile, bell peppers, jalapeños, Spanish Manchego, Mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Corn Empanada - $6.45: corn and red bell pepper, Mozzarella, with Bechamel sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Veggie Empanada - $6.45: baby spinach, Napa cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, raisins, almonds Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Empanada - $6.45: sun-dried tomato, Mozzarella, basil, with Bechamel sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Cheese & Walnuts Empanada - $6.45: Mozzarella, blue, jack, onions, caramelized walnuts Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Empanada - $6.45: zucchini, artichoke, mushrooms Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Kale Veggie Empanada - $6.45: kale, beets, carrots, tomatoes, almonds Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fennel Fan Empanada - $7.5: garlic, heirloom tomatoes, eggplant, fennel and tarragon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Empanada (Veggie) - $7: scrambled eggs with vegetables Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Gluten-Free Empanada Upgrade - $7.75: Any empanada flavor available with gluten-free crust Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Vegan White Bean Soup - $9: white beans, onions, peppers, carrots, celery, mushroom, tomatoes, veggie stock Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup with Spanish Chorizo - $9: lentils, spanish chorizo, onions, celery, carrots, bell peppers, bacon, chicken stock Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Andean Quinoa Soup - $9: garlic, carrots, celery, white quinoa, purple potatoes, fava beans, cumin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soup - $9: halal chicken, onions, celery, carrots, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, chicken stock Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanish Gazpacho - $9: tomatoes, peppers, onions, croutons, olive oil, red vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mixed Green Salad - $8.75: mixed greens, baby arugula, tomatoes, mushrooms, shredded carrot with mustard vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Salad - $8.75: baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, bacon, sliced almonds, parmesan cheese with mango dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanish Potato Salad - $8.75: roasted potatoes, bacon, carrots, peas, lemon aioli, hardboiled egg, parsley Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Bean Salad - $8.75: green beans, potatoes, olives, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, mustard vinaigrette Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Summer Lime Rice Salad - $8.75: basmati rice, black beans, yellow corn, red onion, cherry tomatoes, green bell pepper, cilantro, lime, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad - $8.75: tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, chimichurri dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad - $8.75: lentils, red onion, red bell pepper, green apple, olive oil, cumin, balsamic vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quinoa Chicken Salad - $8.75: quinoa, chicken, carrots, cherry, tomatoes, onion, red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Quinoa Salad - $8.75: quinoa, carrots, celery, tomatoes, onion, green beans, red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Argentine Specialty Food
- Medialuna - $4: Argentine croissant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Alfajores (Small) - $2: Argentine cookie with dulce de leche filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Alfajores (Large) - $3: Argentine cookie with dulce de leche filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Desserts
- Banana & Caramel Empanada - $4.5
- Apple Empanada - $4.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Renal
- Banana & Caramel Pastelito - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Peruvian Yucca Pastelito - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Tango Mango Cooler - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Agua Fresca - $4.5: Hibiscus or other flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Red Sangria Glass - $9: Spanish style
- Red Sangria Carafe - $19: Spanish style
- Beer - $6.5: Blue Moon, Guinness, Stella Artois, Sierra Nevada, or Anchor Steam
- Malbec Catena Zapata Glass - $11: Red Wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Chardonnay Catena Zapata Glass - $11: White Wine Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Add-ons
- Dipping Sauce - $5.5: Chimichurri, chipotle, or spicy tomatillo 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, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about ¡Venga! Empanadas
- Is ¡Venga! Empanadas dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. ¡Venga! Empanadas has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad, Vegan White Bean Soup and Chicken Soup.
- What can I eat at ¡Venga! Empanadas on a dairy-free diet?
- Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad, Vegan White Bean Soup and Chicken Soup carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does ¡Venga! Empanadas have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad and Vegan White Bean Soup.
- Is ¡Venga! Empanadas gluten-free?
- 4 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 ¡Venga! Empanadas?
- Spicy Gallina Empanada, at roughly 61.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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