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    The Empanada Kitchen Restaurant

    107 Reviews
    #67 of 189 Restaurants in Queenstown}
    $Fast food, Argentinian, Vegetarian Friendly
    60 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
    +64 210 279 2109
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    Overview
    4.5
    107 reviews
    • Excellent70%
    • Very good22%
    • Average7%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible0%
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    “empanada” (32 reviews)
    “pastry” (6 reviews)
    “meat pies” (3 reviews)
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    CUISINES
    Fast food, Argentinian, Vegetarian Friendly
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    LOCATION
    60 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
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    Reviews (107)
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    1 - 10 of 99 reviews

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    good but need more options

    this place have a little space in the middle of the town what is good, but the flavors options have to be better, this with this or this with that, maybe make something more popular and will sell more.More

    Thank Juninho-NZ
    Rebecca W, Owner at The Empanada Kitchen, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    I'm not quite sure I understand this review. We have a small kiosk and offer 4 flavours a day. There is no space to offer all our huge range of flavours so we change the flavours offered every day. That way, there's always something new...More

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Good snack!

    Staff was friendly and they always have one vegetarian option. Nice hot snack to get from this stall while sitting out there enjoying the view.More

    Thank Tanya6868
    Rebecca W, Owner at The Empanada Kitchen, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you Tanya for taking the time to write a review. We're so happy you enjoyed your experience and we hope to see you again! We change the flavours every day at the Kiosk and so there's always something new to try! Best wishes, Mauro...More

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Well Worth It: A Must

    A quirky little stand down at the lakefront, don't be put off just because it's lodged in the Queenstown toilets. Great variety of options daily, we tried the chicken, lemon and thyme and the beef empanadas on separate days, including one at the Queenstown airport...More

    Thank SwimSnow
    Reviewed 19 June 2017
    Good snack

    Stopped by for lunch but it turned out being a quick snack because it was not filling enough. Would have to get two next time.

    Thank Wyatt E
    Reviewed 25 May 2017 via mobile
    Breakfast Empanadas!

    Stopped in as my egg allergic girlfriend couldn't find very little in the way of breakfast options. Was only looking to buy 3 total but ended up enjoying it so much we walked away with three each. The flavours were incredible! And learning that the...More

    Thank Sean B
    MauroViale, Owner at The Empanada Kitchen, responded to this reviewResponded 26 May 2017

    Thank you Sean for taking the time to review our business. We're so pleased you enjoyed our empanadas and we look forward to seeing you again next time. We'll have something new for you to try! Best wishes, Mauro & Rebecca

    Reviewed 24 May 2017
    Good option

    Good option for know and probe the Argentinian empanad. Located in the square oposite the Wakatipu lake, where you can relax and enjoy!

    Thank JuanPablom84
    Reviewed 2 May 2017
    Lunch

    Nice quick savoury treat, full of flavour, nice pastry. Situation by a nice open area of grass by the wharf, plenty of area to sit and watch the world as you eat a yummy pastry. If you ad to compare it to something, I'd say...More

    Thank Shadjet
    Reviewed 18 April 2017
    Love Empanadas

    Our favourites are in Argentina, but these really hut the spot, better than Spain, Didn't have any of the sauces, as they were great without

    Thank Bev M
    Rebecca W, Owner at The Empanada Kitchen, responded to this reviewResponded 19 April 2017

    Thank you Bev for your feedback we're so happy you enjoyed our empanadas! We change the flavours every day. Best wishes, Mauro & Rebecca

    Reviewed 21 March 2017 via mobile
    Great place for lunch or a snack

    The empanadas here are fantastic. We had the 'beef, blue and stout' empanadas. They were delicious. I would highly recommend one. All empanadas are $5.50 and you would need 1 for a snack and probably 2 for lunch.

    Thank Agathon S
    Reviewed 28 February 2017
    Inexpensive and excellent

    Our family each ordered a different kind of empanada so that we could taste several. Each was excellent, served up quickly and piping hot. So good, in fact that we were compelled to return on another day.More

    Thank Sharon M
    Rebecca W, Owner at The Empanada Kitchen, responded to this reviewResponded 1 March 2017

    Thank you Sharon for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate you helping us to spread the word about our empanadas! As you've probably discovered, we change our flavours from day to day, so you'll always find something new to try. Have...More

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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
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    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    US$4 - US$7
    Cuisine
    Fast food, Argentinian, Vegetarian Friendly
    Meals
    Lunch, Brunch
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Outdoor Seating
    Good for
    Kids, Child-friendly
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    10:00 - 17:30
    Monday
    10:00 - 17:30
    Tuesday
    10:00 - 17:30
    Wednesday
    10:00 - 17:30
    Thursday
    10:00 - 17:30
    Friday
    10:00 - 17:30
    Saturday
    10:00 - 17:30
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 60 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
    • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  South Island  >  Otago Region  >  Queenstown
    • Phone Number: +64 210 279 2109
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    Description
    Of Spanish origin, empanadas are pastries stuffed with many delicious fillings. At The Empanada Kitchen we take pride in using premium quality and locally-sourced products whenever possible. We focus on Spanish, Italian and South American-inspired flavour combinations, relying on a wealth of experience and family recipes. Try our own delicious sauces made to compliment the empanada flavours.
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