Crafted with Love
INSPIRED BY TRADITION

Josefina's Empanadas brings you handcrafted, traditional Dominican empanadas bursting with fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored flavors. Each empanada is a labor of love, made fresh to order and filled to the brim, just like Abuela used to make.

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Our Story

Passion in Every Bite

Growing up in a Dominican household in New York, empanadas were a special treat. After sharing them at an office potluck and receiving incredible feedback, I was inspired to share these "little pockets of love" with you.

I handcraft each empanada with fresh, quality ingredients, filled to the brim with authentic Dominican flavors. It's more than just food; it's a taste of home and a piece of our family's story.

The Menu

A Flavor for Every Craving

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Most Popular Empanadas

Honey Chipotle Chicken

Tender chicken thighs cooked in a sweet and spicy chipotle honey sauce made with chipotle peppers.

Braised Beef

Braised beef with onions, peppers, fresh cilantro, and jalapeño for a mild kick.

Mexican Fiesta

Ground beef with black beans, Mexican street corn, and mozzarella cheese

Sauces & More

Yuca Balls with Cheese

Crispy on the outside, melty cheese on the inside. A perfect bite-sized treat!

Garlic Cilantro

Spicy Aioli

Catering & Events

Small Gathering

Feeds 10 to 15 people with hearty-sized empanadas and your choice of two flavors.

Medium Fiesta

Feeds 20 to 30 people with hearty-sized empanadas and your choice of three flavors.

Big Celebration

Feeds 40 to 50 people with hearty-sized empanadas and your choice of three flavors.

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Josefina's Empanadas

Taste the Tradition