Mamá Knows Best: Treat Her to Empanadas That Taste Like Home
Close your eyes and step into a warm kitchen, where love simmers in every pot and laughter fills the air. At the center is Mamá, flour on her apron, dancing between pans like it’s second nature. On the counter, a tray of empanadas—crispy, golden half-moons—steams gently, their savory aroma wrapping around you like a hug. This isn’t just dinner. This is home.
A Pew Research study reveals that more than 65 million Americans identify as Hispanic or Latino—that's a whole lot of food memories linked to dishes such as empanadas. Empanada Mama is celebrating that heritage while making everyone feel welcome at the table. Whether Latinx or just Latinx in spirit, there's something on the menu that will speak to you—flavor.
This Mother's Day (or really, any day), there's no sweeter way to say "te quiero" than by having a platter of empanadas delivered that taste like they were freshly cooked from Mamá's stove.
Empanada Mama’s Menu: Flavors That Remind You of Home
If you believe all empanadas are equal, you haven't encountered the wild, wonderful realm of Empanada Mama's offerings. Every pastry is a love letter to Latin America—crispy on the outside, juicy and full inside.
Let's unwrap some of the MVPs that bring back repeaters again and again.
Cuban: Pork, Ham, Swiss cheese, and Pickles—it's like a Cuban sandwich put on a tux and turned into a pastry. Salty, tangy, and crunchy perfection.
Reggaetón: Chicken, Cheese, and Sofrito, or what we call the holy trinity of Latin cooking. This one dances on your tongue like its namesake rhythm.
Brasil: A carnival of flavors— Ground Beef, Olives, Raisins, and Egg give you an experience of a sweet-and-sour bite with balanced flavors.
Cheese Lovers: Mozzarella, queso blanco, ricotta, Romano, and Parmesan- sometimes you feel like just cheesing like nobody's watching.
Greek Spinach Pie: Well, this one's a twist all the way from across the ocean- spinach, feta, and olives. Packaged in the same perfect dough, yet Mediterranean-kissed.
More Than Empanadas: A World of Latin Food and Snacks
Empanadas may be the eye candy here, but Empanada Mama brings the full array of Latin snacks that could get even a grown-up abuela choking with pride.
Arepas: Choose between the Arepa de Queso (melty cheese oozing inside cornmeal dough), Reina Pepiada (Avocado chicken salad), or Ham & Cheese.
Tostones: Twice-fried green plantains with garlic sauce. Crispy and garlicky; just gone in 60 seconds.
Yuca Fries: Thick, starchy, and a bit sweet-but the Latin answer to boring French fries-they hold onto sauces for my fantasy.
Sweet Plantains (Maduros): The deliciousness of caramel and very soft ones could be compared to natural sweet desserts.
All of these are hand-crafted, created fresh, and are to be shared. Because Latin cooking is not just food- it's family, and you'd always make enough for a few surprises popping by.
Signature Sauces: The Perfect Empanada Pairing
What is an empanada without a dip? Like shoes without socks. Or salsa without the dancing. Any dip from Empanada Mama will kick the flavor factor up ten notches.
Guava Sauce: Sweet, tropical, and slightly tangy—perfect for adding a fruity kick to savory bites.
Garlic Purée: Smooth and bold with a rich roasted garlic punch that levels up any dish.
Chipotle Mayo: Smoky, creamy, and just spicy enough to wake up your taste buds.
Blue Cheese Sauce: Rich, tangy, and unapologetically funky—a bold dip for wings and more.
Red Sauce: Classic heat with a vinegar twist—sharp, spicy, and ready to dunk.
Classic Green Sauce: Magic with cilantro and lime. Bright, fresh, and goes with literally anything.
Mix and match depending on your mood—or your empanada.
Refreshing Drinks to Complete the Meal
The food is really bringing the heat—shrimp, so they can cool it down with these drinks in incredible Latin style. Here are some drinks to try out when you visit Empanada Mama this Mother’s Day:
Watermelon Lemonade: Refreshingly sweet and citrusy—a summertime sip that hits every time.
Cranberry Juice: Tart, crisp, and vibrant! Perfect on its own or as a mixer.
Pineapple Juice: Tropical, juicy, and sunshine-sweet in every sip.
Iced Coffee: Bold and chilled to perfection; your all-day caffeine fix.
Colombian Hot Chocolate: Rich, velvety, and spiced just right—the ultimate cozy-up drink.
Papaya Shake: Smooth, tropical, and naturally sweet with creamy island vibes.
Vanilla Shake: Thick, creamy, and classic with that nostalgic vanilla bean goodness.
How to Build the Ultimate Family Empanada Feast
Here's how to throw the ultimate empanada party Latin-style.
Start with the classics! Cheese Lover's, Chicken, and Ham & Cheese are all kid-approved and picky-eater-friendly. Then throw in something more exotic for the grown-ups: the Brazilian or the Cuban.
For frituras, go with Yuca Fries or Sweet Plantains, and serve them with three sauces. What to drink? Maracuyá juice and Avena, for sure.
And don't forget dessert. Empanada Mama's Nutella, Sweet Plantain & Cheese, and Romeo & Juliet (guava & cheese) dessert empanadas are sheer delight.
If you're dining in or packaging it up as takeout or a delivery party tray, they have your back. We also offer catering services. So, we are here to help you out!
Celebrate Mamá This Mother’s Day
Let's face it, flowers are cute, but empanadas speak volumes. Whether Mother's Day or any particular holiday, here is Empanada Mama catering, gift cards, and all these dine-in specials to show love with food.
Preorder a party platter or set her up for a lunch date at Empanada Mama’s Times Square outlet. With locations all over NYC, Empanada Mama is difficult to miss and easy to love. Check the locations page here and plan your visit.
We are much more than a restaurant- we are the heartbeat of a Latin community, where every bite celebrates culture. This Mother's Day, get a random Tuesday, bring Mamá in, and treat her to empanadas that feel like home.
Order now, make reservations, or send Mamá an awesome gift.
She deserves it, and you know it!