The American Empanada

Empanadas Like You’ve Never Tasted

At Mpanadas in Arlington, VA, we serve over a dozen creative fusion flavors, each bursting with fresh fillings, wrapped in a perfectly crispy golden crust, and served steaming hot. Don’t forget our signature sauces!

Unsure where to start? Our friendly staff are always happy to guide you through the menu so you can find your perfect empanada.

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  • latte with a cold foam with a biscuit as garnish

    Golden Passion *NEW*

    A classic latte topped with passion fruit cold foam. Dip your graham crackers into the cold foam for a tasty, sweet treat with your coffee.

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  • A glass of pink herbal tea topped with dried flowers, isolated on a black background.

    Honey Lavender Lemonade

    Refreshing lemonade with a splash of lavender and honey, garnished with butterfly pea flowers

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  • Glass of coconut milk with shredded coconut on top.

    Coconut Lemonade

    Refreshing lemonade with a splash of coconut cream, garnished with coconut flakes

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  • Glass of purple blueberry drink with blueberries and ice cubes on top, isolated on black background.

    Blueberry Lemonade

    Our Blueberry Lemonade is a handcrafted drink made with lemon, ripe blueberries, and just the right touch of sweetness. A refreshing, fruity twist on classic lemonade perfect for any time of day.

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  • Glass of iced red fruit beverage with ice cubes.

    Strawberry Lemonade

    A refreshing lemonade infused with a splash of strawberry syrup and garnished with fresh strawberries. A sweet, fruity twist on classic lemonade.

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All-Day Empanadas

  • Beef Papa

    (Halal/Dairy-Free) Ground beef, potatoes, carrots, peas, sweet onions, mpanadas spices.

  • Two baked ingredients: one of a golden-brown savory meat pie with flaky crust, partially bitten to reveal a filling of seasoned ground meat and vegetables, placed on black and white printed paper

    Cheeseburger

    (Halal) Ground beef, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, mpanadas seasoning.

  • Chicken Little

    (Halal/Dairy-Free) Chicken breast, potato, carrots, peas, sweet onions, mpanadas spices.

  • A baked hand pie with a decorative edge, partially cut open to reveal a filling of chicken and vegetables, resting on black and white printed paper.

    Chicken Pesto

    (Halal) Chicken breast, pesto sauce, mozzarella, white mushrooms.

  • A sliced empanada with chicken filling on a patterned paper background.

    Chili Chicken

    (Halal) Chicken breast, mozzarella, potato, cayenne pepper, cumin.

  • Empanada with a textured dough exterior and a filling of vegetables and ground beef, including black beans and peppers, on a patterned paper background.

    Chorizo Ranchero

    (Dairy-Free) Chorizo, scrambled eggs, pico de gallo, salsa, black beans, and mozzarella.

  • A stuffed pastry with a golden-brown crust and melted cheese filling on a decorative paper background.

    Golden Melt

    (Halal/Vegetarian) Cheddar & Mozzarella

  • Half of a stuffed pastry with savory filling on decorative paper

    Philly

    Philly steak, caramelized onion, provolone, mozzarella.

  • A stuffed pastry cut open to reveal a creamy filling with herbs and vegetables, placed on a background with playful typography.

    SpinArt

    (Halal/Vegetarian) Spinach, artichoke hearts, sour cream, cream cheese, mayo, garlic, parmesan, and mozzarella.

  • A cut empanada on a patterned paper background. The filling is visible, showing shredded meat.

    Tangy BBQ

    (Dairy-Free) Ground pork, BBQ sauce, mpanadas BBQ seasoning, and balsamic vinegar.

  • A savory pastry with a filling of vegetables and meat on decorative paper.

    Bombay

    (Halal/Dairy-Free/Vegan) Lentils, black beans, tomato, green squash, sweet onion, bell pepper, carrot, curry, garlic.

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  • Sooooooo Good

    The spinach and artichoke one was a perfect balance of spinach to artichoke. Right amount of cheese and so flavorful.

    - Sammi C

  • Raving Fans!!

    I would love to bring my whole family! Gaby is amazing, and everyone raves about her and the empanadas. I tried a spinach empanada after everyone left, and I absolutely loved it—packed with all my favorite ingredients! And the green sauce? So, so, so good!
    - Lisa Borrow

  • Hot Empanadas and Good Vibes!

    We asked what they recommended and got the beef empanda and horchata gelato. Super friendly staff! Very cute seating.

    - Annie S

  • Mpanadas Is a Delicious Treat

    The cafe is very cute! The empanadas were so good and love the vegan option. They also had a vegan guava sorbet that was yummy.

    - Amber K

  • IYKYK

    A cute little spot that seems a bit like an "IYKYK" location!

    - Kay L

  • Everything Was So Delicious

    And the customer service was superb. We just found it less than a week ago and have been multiple times already. Empanadas are varied and they have a nice lemonade selection. Not your usual empanada fillings but yummy.

    - Karla S

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Breakfast Empanadas

A golden-brown empanada with a visible cross-section showing a savory filling including meat, peppers, and olives.

Maple Bacon

Maple Bacon

A cut-open empanada with visible scrambled eggs and bacon filling.

French Toast (vegan)

French Toast (vegan)

  • Sweet meets savory with maple-kissed bacon, fluffy eggs, melty Monterey Jack & Gouda, and a hint of chives—all wrapped up in a golden empanada. It’s breakfast, but make it dreamy.

  • Cinnamon, nutmeg, and oat milk-soaked French baguette come together with juicy strawberries and blueberries for a sweet, cozy bite. 100% vegan and 100% delicious—your morning just got a whole lot sweeter! 💫

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Our Menu

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Catering

Fresh. Hot. Tasty.

From business lunches and PTA events to dinner parties and birthdays, Mpanadas has you covered! Our fusion empanadas and fresh offerings make any event delicious. Let us cater your next gathering and bring flavor your guests will love.

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Who’s your Llama?

Mpanadas is a family owned business on Columbia Pike in Arlington serving empanadas with unique flavors and fillings.

You’ve probably noticed the whimsical llama holding an empanada. He symbolizes our passion for crafting memorable flavors and celebrating community representing warmth, charm, and a nod to cultural heritage. The llama holds an empanada with pride, symbolizing the care and love we pour into every dish.

We love connecting with our customers and community! If you have any questions about our flavors or what’s available on the menu, we’re here for you.

OUR MERCH WINNERS

  • Snagged the Merch!

    Celebrating with our merch giveaway winner! 06/16

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  • Prize in Action

    This is what winning looks like — merch edition! 06/17

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  • Claimed & Styled

    From contest to custom gear — here’s our winner! 06/18

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  • Fresh Fit, Big Win

    From contest to custom gear — here’s our winner! 06/19

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  • Merch Magic

    The merch giveaway winner is all smiles! 06/20

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