Frequently asked questions

Where is parking?

We have a very small parking lot that is on the south side of our restaurant as well as street parking south of our corner. There is also a FREE City of Monrovia parking lot right across the street located on W. Pomona and Myrtle in between the gas stations.

ARE YOUR EMPANADAS GLUTEN-FREE?

Unfortunately we do not offer any gluten-free empanadas, but we offer an accommodation that has made many gluten sensitive customers happy. We can put the same portion of filling of the desired empanada onto a warm tortilla, essentially making it a gluten-free gourmet taco!

DO YOU HAVE SMALLER EMPANADA SIZES?

Yes, we offer cocktail sized empanadas that are perfect for weddings, birthdays, baby showers, anniversaries, holiday parties, school functions, and everything else in between! They are aesthetically pleasing to the eye, delivering all the flavor in half the size of our regular sized empanadas. Ask us about catering your next event! Call Ryan at 626.415.1044 to learn more.

We ask for a 24 hour advance notice because they require some extra attention to make by hand.

CAN WE PURCHASE RAW EMPANADAS TO FREEZE OR BAKE / AIR FRY AT HOME?

Absolutely! Empanadas are best eaten when fresh and we find the flavors and texture are best when deep fried.

HOW TO REHEAT EMPANADAS?

To us, the flavor of the dough is captured and maximized when deep fried. Although we have not found a suitable prep method to bake or air fry that captures the same amazing flavor and crispness you have grown to know and love, we suggest reheating empanadas in a toaster oven, air fryer, or bake for 7-10 minutes @ 350º to maintain their crust and delicate crispy texture. We do not recommend microwaving because it will impair the quality of the dough and flavor.

CAN YOU CATER OUR EVENT?

Yes, we offer catering! We can bring our menu to your wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthdays, and sporting events. Call the restaurant at 626.415.1044 and ask for Ryan! Learn more about our catering service.