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Empanola

Curry, Impossible Empanadas

Worth ordering: #1 Empanada in New Orleansnamed in 28 reviews

Try the yellow curry empanada fresh; one reviewer found it loses texture after sitting in a box.

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Top tips

  • The yellow curry and Impossible empanadas are handy to take along as a snack while exploring.
  • Seating is limited, so plan on takeout if the stools and outdoor seats are occupied.
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  • Ask for soy or oat milk with coffee drinks.

Good for

Praised for friendly service, good value and generous portions.

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Also praised for affordable and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Breakfast, lunch, coffee, takeout, quick bites
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About

Empanola is a small French Quarter empanada shop where the yellow curry and Impossible empanadas are the two confirmed vegan choices. Most guests take their food to go; the few indoor seats and outdoor seating can fill up, and reviewers praise the hot pastry and friendly owners.

Vegan menu

VEGAN
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Empanola · dine-in · 3 dishes

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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632 St Ann St., New Orleans, LA 70116

Opening hours

Monday
08:30–20:00
Tuesday
08:30–20:00
Wednesday
08:30–20:00
Thursday
08:30–20:00
Friday
08:30–21:00
Saturday
08:30–21:00
Sunday
08:30–20:00

the food

4.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Limited vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Friendly
protein
Impossible plant-based meat
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