Empanadas Catering in Arlington VA

Fresh. Hot. Tasty.

For Catering

Catering Order Form

For Events

Events order form

What You Should Know

Flavors

  • Any empanada can be ordered, including in-stock seasonal flavors.

Quantity

  • Most people eat 2 empanadas, but we have seen some exceptions!

  • Minimum order size is 20 empanadas, enough for about 10 people.

  • We suggest 1 container of sauce per 10 empanadas, each sauce is 12 oz.

Guests

  • For events with greater than 25 guests, please contact us 48 hours in advance.

  • For events with less than 25 guests, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance.

Payment

  • We accept all forms of payment. Payments made by card include a 3% processing fee.

Also Offering

  • Delivery, within approximately 1 hour or 25 miles.

  • Paper products & utensils (napkins, plates, tongs), for an additional fee.

  • Signature drinks, including our brilliant seasonal beverages, are available in gallon sizes.

Food Vendor Service

  • If you have an event and need a food vendor, we’d like to talk! We’ll set up our own stall and sell our famous American empanadas and drinks to attendees.

About Mpanadas

Mpanadas is a family-owned business on Columbia Pike in Arlington VA, serving over a dozen creative and unique empanadas, each bursting with fresh filling. Always served hot with a perfectly crispy golden crust, you’ll want to try them all!

Looking for catering empanadas near me or lunch catering in Arlington, VA? We also offer catering Arlington, VA, for office events, parties, and special occasions, bringing our delicious empanadas straight to you.

What Should I Order?

Empanada Flavors

All flavors are available including whatever specials are being offered this season.

    • Breakfast Empanada

    • Bacon, egg, and cheese with maple syrup and green onion

    • Breakfast Empanada

    • French toast with blueberries and strawberries lathered in syrup

    • Vegan, Dairy-Free, and Halal

    • Philly steak, sweet onion, provolone, mozzarella

    • Chicken, potato, cayenne pepper, cumin, mozzarella

    • Dairy-Free and Halal

    • Ground beef, potato, carrots, peas, sweet onion.

    • Dairy-Free and Halal

    • Cheddar, mozzarella

    • Vegetarian, Halal

    • Ground pork, BBQ sauce, balsamic vinegar

    • Dairy-Free

    • Spinach, artichoke, sour cream, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, parmesan, mozzarella

    • Vegetarian and Halal

    • Breakfast Empanada

    • Chorizo, egg, pico de gallo, salsa, black beans, mozzarella

    • Tender chicken breast, creamy pesto sauce, melted mozzarella, and fresh white mushrooms

    • Halal

    • Ground beef, cheddar, sweet onion

    • Halal

    • Chicken breast, potato, carrots, peas, sweet onion

    • Halal

    • Lentils, black beans, tomato, green squash, sweet onion, bell pepper, carrot, curry, garlic

    • Vegan, Vegetarian, and Halal

Signature Drinks

Our signature drinks pair wonderfully with hot empanadas!

    • Honey Lavender Lemonade 🪻🍋

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

    • Coconut Lemonade 🥥🍋

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

    • Blueberry Lemonade 🫐🍋

      • Refreshing lemonade with a splash of blueberry puree, garnished with blueberries

    • Strawberry Lemonade 🍓🍋

      • Refreshing lemonade with a splash of strawberry syrup, garnished with strawberries

  • Creamy beverage made with rice milk and your choice of oat or whole milk, available iced or hot.

    Horchata tastes like rice pudding melted into a glass of heaven. It’s cool, sweet, and comforting, the perfect pairing for Mpanadas.

  • 2 shots of our La Mancha or La Experiencia espresso with 10 oz of frothed horchata

    The horchata latte builds on that creamy, spiced base with a silky layer of steamed milk, blurring the line between indulgent treat and comforting ritual. It’s mellow, warming, and gently spiced, like a hug in a mug.

  • Enjoy our carefully selected Bolivian blend La Mancha or our smooth Honduran blend—our take on the classic cup of coffee. This house-brewed favorite is straightforward, dependable, and easy to enjoy. A no-fuss coffee with steady flavor and the perfect caffeine boost for any event or catering order.

Dipping Sauces

Our sauces are legendary. For every 5 attendees, you’ll get a 12oz container of sauce.

  • Crafted in-house with yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, jalapeño, dill, serrano pepper, and red bell pepper. This bold, house-made hot sauce delivers the perfect balance of heat and flavor to elevate any empanada.

  • Our house-made Green Sauce blends yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, jalapeño, and dill for a creamy, zesty flavor. A refreshing dip that pairs perfectly with empanadas and catering platters.

  • A delicious sweet syrup that pairs perfectly with breakfast empanadas. Add a light, flavorful touch of sweetness to make your empanadas even more irresistible.

  • Everyone Raved

    I used Mpanadas catering for a church event and everyone raved! Paola got right back to me, had everything ready and was so helpful. They are absolutely delicious. I just picked up more today for my family that includes vegans, vegetarians and meat-eaters. They will all be well fed!

    — Julie M.

  • A Great Hit

    Jesse and the catering service were great! The Mpanadas were a great hit with everyone at my event. Excited to have more events catered again in the near future!

    — Nayia P.

  • Phenomenal

    Empanadas were phenomenal. I loved every single one. My favorite was the cheeseburger. You’ve got to visit Mpanadas!

    — Joseph D.

  • Heavenly

    I am so blessed to have tasted this wonderful empanada. This lental curry was heavenly. If you guys haven’t tried this shop, you must try them!

    — Harmoni

  • Well Worth the Price!

    I order two empanadas at the Blue Festival. One chorizo and one Philly. They were delicious and full of flavor. Completely stuffed with food, generous portion. Well worth the price!