La Empanada Loca

Delicious 🇵🇷 cuisine. Gorgeous mural and the food super flavorful with a very friendly and attentive staff. Que rico. We’ll be back pronto.

Experience the Flavors of Puerto Rico at La Empanada Loca - A Vibrant Culinary Journey! La Empanada Loca, a Puerto Rican restaurant located near my workplace, caught my attention while I was searching for authentic PR cuisine. Despite the unconventional name (as we usually refer to our savory pastries as "empanadillas" or "pastelillos" in Puerto Rico), I decided to give it a try. Upon entering, I immediately felt the Puerto Rican vibe and was greeted warmly by the staff. I was promptly seated without needing a reservation. The waiter kindly offered me a drink, suggesting the iconic Medalla beer from Puerto Rico. Without hesitation, I ordered one. As for the appetizers, I chose the alcapurrias, which were slightly small in size but packed with delicious flavors. The empanadillas, on the other hand, were generously filled with meat and tasted delightful. For the main course, I opted for the mofongo with fried meat. It was truly spectacular, although the garlic sauce on the meat was a bit overpowering for my taste, and that's saying something since I'm a garlic lover. Next time, I'll request the sauce on the side. The mofongo was accompanied by a flavorful broth, traditionally used in Puerto Rico to moisten the dish, as it can sometimes be a bit dry. This touch truly captured the essence of Puerto Rican cuisine. Inside the dining area, the walls are adorned with murals depicting musicians from the island, creating an excellent backdrop for capturing memorable photos. I intend to return to La Empanada Loca to explore more of their traditional dishes, which I'm confident they craft with authenticity and care. If you're seeking an immersive culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of Puerto Rico, La Empanada Loca is a must-visit. From the warm welcome to the mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant offers a genuine taste of Puerto Rican cuisine in a lively setting.

My review is based only off of to go service and empanadas. It’s hard to find FRESH “home cooked” empanadas. Every place my bf and I have been all have not been good until we found this place. OMG very delicious flavor, thank you for actually seasoning your meat and making these fresh. We were loosing hope but found this place. We will definitely be back. Crunchy, fresh, seasoned empanadas. 👏🏽 Hostess was nice and friendly. Service was fast.. about 10-15min

Very busy place on a Saturday for lunch. Need additional servers to keep up with the crowd. Language barrier for some workers. Plenty of food choices. Some items a little pricey, but food was very good. Drinks from the bar were very good (Mojitos). Bill was expensive for lunch, but we were there for a birthday celebration. Be careful when ordering, some things we’re listed MKT price and our tables’ tip was already included on the bill. I guess if you don’t ask you don’t know.

Food was great! Sizeable portions, tasty and great presentation. Service was great, our server was attentive and friendly. Love this place. My new favorite puertorican restaurant in South Florida!