Julia's Empanadas is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

1. Julia's Empanadas

7.6
2452 18th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Empanada Restaurant · Adams Morgan · 18 tips and reviews

Jeb G.Jeb Gavin: Great empanadas, better late night drunk food than cheap pizza. The Jamaican and chorizo are personal favorites.

Cindy G.Cindy Gates: The vegetarian empanada is now vegan! :)

Daiki N.Daiki Nakajima: Great empanada's. I can come here more often when I am in DC

Mi Cuba Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

2. Mi Cuba Cafe

8.9
1424 Park Rd NW, Washington, D.C.
Cuban Restaurant · Columbia Heights · 41 tips and reviews

Víctor S.Víctor Sánchez: Try the Cuban Sandwich, Cheese y Guayaba Empanadas & Flan! Traditional Cuban food made with love. Great music, good energy and good people.

Mingbot R.Mingbot Roberts: Delicious vaca frita, empanadas, and tostones, plus it's all at a great price.

Brian E.Brian Eibert: Get there before the dinner rush. For a quick, inexpensive meal order two orders of empanadas. Five bucks not incl. tip and you're full!

Colada Shop is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

3. Colada Shop

8.0
1405 T St NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cuban Restaurant · U-Street · 20 tips and reviews

Léah C.Léah Chung: The beef empanada (picadillo) and the sauce that comes with it is amazing. Love the flaky crust. Highly recommend the guava & cheese pastelitos as well.

David K.David Kirsch: Delicious veggie Cuban sandwich, feels a little healthier than the traditional ham and cheese version. Corn empanadas also nice.

Anne N.Anne N: Empanadas, All The Way. Don’t waste your time with the Cuban sandwich or anything else on the menu. Get all empanadas, and you’ll be set. They are deep-fried and flaky...the greatest I’ve ever had 👑

The Royal is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

4. The Royal

8.6
501 Florida Ave NW (at 5th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Café · LeDroit Park · 36 tips and reviews

Hao Z.Hao Zhu: Cheese arepa and empanadas are cheap and good eats

Michael L.Michael Lopez: The empanadas were pretty cheap and delicious. The cocktails were only ok.

Queen B.Queen B: Empanadas and Arepas were really good!

Union Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

5. Union Market

9.3
1309 5th St NE (at Neal Pl NE), Washington, D.C.
Gourmet Store · Ivy City · 171 tips and reviews

Lee G.Lee Grigsby: DC empanadas are pretty tasty and reasonably priced

Steven A.Steven Androphy: It's hard to go wrong with any of the constantly changing options here. DC Empanadas, Red Apron, Mason Dixie, Maketto, and the BBQ Joint are some of my favorites.

Bianca N.Bianca Navarro Bowman: Empanadas, arepas, dosa, ice cream, Korean tacos -- thats just what I was able to try. Wonderful farm to table recipes and a great location for either a date or to bring your friends. 💛💛💛

Cuba Libre is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

6. Cuba Libre

7.4
801 9th St NW, Suite A (at H St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cuban Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 154 tips and reviews

Thierry S.Thierry Servius: Mojitos are fantastic. Empanadas are amazing and the arroz con pollo is tremendous.

Bobby T.Bobby T: Fantastic Mojitos and Empanadas! Read more.

Terri C.Terri Chou Miller: Try the chicken and beef empanadas...outstanding!

dLeña is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

7. dLeña

8.6
476 K St NW, Washington, D.C.
Restaurant · Mount Vernon Square · 6 tips and reviews

BobbyBobby: Can’t go wrong with any of the guacamole options. The seafood enchiladas and empanadas were solid too.

April A.April Armstrong: The CrabCake Tostada, Grilled Mushroom Tacos, and Wood Grilled chicken were delicious 😋

Malu T.Malu Tirzell: Try the ceviche, mushroom tacos. The corn cake for dessert is amazing.

Barcelona Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

8. Barcelona Wine Bar

9.1
1622 14th Street NW (btwn Corcoran & R St NW), Washington, D.C.
Wine Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 138 tips and reviews

Kat L.Kat L: Definitely get the croquettes, button mushrooms and chorizo with egg ok, skip the empanadas and Brussels sprouts. Try hangar steak next time.

Monti B.Monti Bray: The cauliflower and empanadas are a must.

Cassie P.Cassie P: Don't expect to be full with only 1-2 plates! I had a great experience with the ambiance and food. Food was great and tasted fresh and flavorful!!

Dupont Circle FRESHFARM Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

9. Dupont Circle FRESHFARM Market

9.0
1500 20th St NW (at Massachusetts Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Farmers Market · Northwest Washington · 55 tips and reviews

EdreaEdrea: Fresh produce, beautiful flowers and fresh French pastries and even empanadas! :) Run across to Starbucks, grab a cup of joe and relax at the Circle! Sounds like a legendary Sunday ritual :D

Steven M.Steven Mandzik: Now that it's spring/summer get here early. All the good stuff is gone quick. Come late to enjoy the crowds. For more items and good prices try a market during the week.

Lance F.Lance Fiasco: Bring your wallet.

Tortilla Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

10. Tortilla Cafe

8.1
210 7th St SE, Washington, D.C.
Latin American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 63 tips and reviews

The Hill is HomeThe Hill is Home: Featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, this tiny eatery across from Eastern Market offers killer breakfasts as well as authentic tamales, empanadas, and more. Read more.

KrisKris: Love their veggie options -- and they have fountain soda! On a warm day, pick one up before you explore Eastern Market.

Tracy R.Tracy Russo: Get the pupusa platter! It's the best $6 meal in Washington!

Mi Vida is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

11. Mi Vida

7.9
98 District Sq SW, Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Southwest - Waterfront · 27 tips and reviews

Nivian E.Nivian Edwards: Everything is great. The shrimp and crab empanadas are great.

Nash P.Nash Pleasant: Everything I had was good. Great tacos and ceviche. Solid choice for brunch on the weekends as well

Allison K.Allison Kasic: Queso fundito and the barbacoa tacos are great

Rice is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

12. Rice

7.5
1608 14th St NW (btwn Q & Corcoran St NW), Washington, D.C.
Thai Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 34 tips and reviews

luke r.luke reynolds: The pumpkin empanada is worth try

Chad D.Chad Davis: Nice place for lunch. The pumpkin empanadas are especially tasty.

Muhammad A.Muhammad Alamoud: Great gluten free options like pad Thai and curry 😋

Peruvian Brothers is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

13. Peruvian Brothers

7.3
1280 4th St NE, Washington, D.C.
Peruvian Restaurant · Ivy City · 2 tips and reviews

Aaron L.Aaron Landry: Best empanada I have had in years: the spinach and cheese one here!

Kurtis S.Kurtis Shank: Lomo saltado, yuca fríes, alfajores all are done to perfection. Love that they offer Cusqueña and Pilsen beers as well!

Timber Pizza Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

14. Timber Pizza Company

9.2
809 Upshur St NW (btwn 8th & 9th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Petworth · 22 tips and reviews

A V.A Vickie: Delicious pizza - got the 809 and big G, which was spicy! dough is crispy and chewy. Open communal seating, so prepare to wait a bit, but service was fast & friendly. Good cocktails & beer selection.

AYHJAAYHJA: Pretty in Pepperoni w/Chorizo and fresh basil. #1337

Christopher C.Christopher C.: Pizza, breakfast, etc.

El Rinconcito Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Empanadas in Washington.

15. El Rinconcito Cafe

8.6
1129 11th St NW (at M St NW), Washington, D.C.
Latin American Restaurant · Mount Vernon Square · 66 tips and reviews

GabiGabi: Try sopa de res, brings you back to life. :)

Vincent M.Vincent Macaluso: Nachos so good you'll slap your mamacita.

Stirling D.Stirling Demby: This place is a hidden gem. Driven by it many times and finally decided to stop in. Smells incredible. The quesadilla is awesome.