Venga Empanadas – Spanish
Golden, hand-crimped pockets of dough emerge steaming from the oven, releasing the savory aroma of slow-roasted meats and traditional Argentine spices into a vibrant, welcoming space. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch that gives way to rich, flavorful fillings ranging from classic spiced beef and smoky chorizo to earthy mushrooms and vibrant kale. This cozy spot captures the soulful essence of South American street food, offering a warm and flavorful escape perfect for a quick morning bite or a leisurely afternoon feast.
443, Valencia Street, San Francisco http://www.vengaempanadas.com/0Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, low-carb, keto, halal, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, zone, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sirtfood, pegan, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 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, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spicy Beef Empanada - $6.45: slow-cooked ribs in hot chile sauce with chipotle peppers and baked potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Salteña Beef Empanada - $7.5: knife cut skirt steak, green onions, kalamata olives, pepper, hardboiled eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Gaucho Chicken Empanada - $6.45: natural chicken, onions, red bell pepper, tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spicy Gallina Empanada - $6.45: natural chicken, onions, yellow bell pepper, tomatoes, parsley, saffron, cumin, chile flakes, cayenne pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Argentine Chorizo Empanada - $6.45: Argentine chorizo, peppers, tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Ham & Cheese Empanada - $6.45: honey-baked ham with Mozzarella and ricotta cheese, with Bechamel sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Super Kale Meat Empanada - $6.45: kale, bacon, beets, carrots, tomatoes, almonds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Meat Breakfast Empanada - $7: scrambled eggs with bacon, ham, or chorizo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Veggie Empanadas
- Mushroom Empanada - $6.45: mushroom mélange with zucchini, onions, mozarella and fresh herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fresh Spinach Empanada - $6.45: baby spinach, ricotta cheese, roasted pine nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Five Pepper Manchego Empanada - $6.45: poblano chile, bell peppers, jalapeños, Spanish Manchego, Mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Sweet Corn Empanada - $6.45: corn and red bell pepper, Mozzarella, with Bechamel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- California Veggie Empanada - $6.45: baby spinach, Napa cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, raisins, almonds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Caprese Empanada - $6.45: sun-dried tomato, Mozzarella, basil, with Bechamel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Three Cheese & Walnuts Empanada - $6.45: Mozzarella, blue, jack, onions, caramelized walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mediterranean Empanada - $6.45: zucchini, artichoke, mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Mayo-Clinic
- Super Kale Veggie Empanada - $6.45: kale, beets, carrots, tomatoes, almonds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
- Fennel Fan Empanada - $7.5: garlic, heirloom tomatoes, eggplant, fennel and tarragon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Veggie Breakfast Empanada - $7: scrambled eggs with vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gluten-Free Empanada Upgrade - $7.75: Any empanada available with gluten-free crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
Soups
- Vegan White Bean Soup - $9: white beans, onions, peppers, carrots, celery, mushroom, tomatoes, veggie stock Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Lentil Soup with Spanish Chorizo - $9: lentils, spanish chorizo, onions, celery, carrots, bell peppers, bacon, chicken stock Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Slow-Carb
- Andean Quinoa Soup - $9: garlic, carrots, celery, white quinoa, purple potatoes, fava beans, cumin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Chicken Soup - $9: halal chicken, onions, celery, carrots, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, chicken stock Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Spanish Gazpacho - $9: tomatoes, peppers, onions, croutons, olive oil, red vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Salads
- Mixed Green Salad - $8.75: mixed greens, baby arugula, tomatoes, mushrooms, shredded carrot with mustard vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Spinach Salad - $8.75: baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, bacon, sliced almonds, parmesan cheese with mango dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Spanish Potato Salad - $8.75: roasted potatoes, bacon, carrots, peas, lemon aioli, hardboiled egg, parsley Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Green Bean Salad - $8.75: green beans, potatoes, olives, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, mustard vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- 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, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Caprese Salad - $8.75: tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, chimichurri dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic
- Lentil, Apple & Red Onion Salad - $8.75: lentils, red onion, red bell pepper, green apple, olive oil, cumin, balsamic vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Quinoa Chicken Salad - $8.75: quinoa, chicken, carrots, cherry, tomatoes, onion, red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Vegan Quinoa Salad - $8.75: quinoa, carrots, celery, tomatoes, onion, green beans, red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Argentine Specialty Food
- Medialuna - $4: Argentine croissant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Alfajores (Small) - $2: Argentine cookie with dulce de leche filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Alfajores (Large) - $3: Argentine cookie with dulce de leche filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Banana & Caramel Empanada - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Apple Empanada - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Banana & Caramel Pastelito - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Peruvian Yucca Pastelito - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Malbec Catena Zapata (Glass) - $11: Red Wine
- Malbec Catena Zapata (Bottle) - $42: Red Wine
- Cabernet Catena Zapata (Glass) - $11: Red Wine
- Chardonnay Catena Zapata (Glass) - $11: White Wine
- Blue Moon - $6.5: Beer
- Guinness - $6.5: Beer
- Stella Artois - $6.5: Beer
- Red Sangria (Glass) - $9: Spanish style sangria
- Tango Mango Cooler - $6
- Agua Fresca - $4.5: Hibiscus or other flavors
Add-ons
- Dipping Sauce - $5.5: Chimichurri, chipotle, or spicy tomatillo