The 3 best spots to score empanadas in Orlando

The 3 best spots to score empanadas in OrlandoPio Pio Restaurant. | Photo: Belle Y../Yelp
Hoodline
Published on May 30, 2019

Got a hankering for empanadas?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top empanada sources in Orlando, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where you can go to satisfy your cravings.

1. Pio Pio Restaurant

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Topping the list is Pio Pio Restaurant. Located at 5803 Precision Drive, the Peruvian and Colombian spot is the highest rated empanada spot in Orlando, boasting 4.5 stars out of 909 reviews on Yelp. Aside from empanadas, the restaurant serves traditional South American meals, such as pork tenderloin and Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken, as well as fresh tropical juices and cocktails.

2. Arepera La Nueva

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Next up is Arepera La Nueva, situated at 29 S. Semoran Blvd. With four stars out of 97 reviews on Yelp, the Latin American and breakfast and brunch spot has proven to be a local favorite. While empanadas are a highlight, traditional Venezuelan fare such as arepas, tequeños and capachas are also on the menu.

3. Tainos Bakery & Deli

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Engelwood Park's Tainos Bakery & Deli, located at 5806 Lake Underhill Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the bakery and deli four stars out of 76 reviews. The restaurant makes empanadas, sweet pastries and Latin American breads fresh daily and it serves breakfast and lunch items as well.


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