Photo: José A. Alvarado Jr.
RestaurantsWashington Heights

Empanadas Monumental 181

Out of Business

Description

Tucked between a laundromat and a clothing store, this unassuming storefront belies the culinary pleasures contained within. Empanadas Monumental is well known in the neighborhood for its huge, fluffy empanadas with a wide variety of fillings from classics like cheese and ropa vieja to more unexpected choices like a Pepperoni Pizza Empanada. Round out your quick and tasty meal with one of the super-fresh made-to-order fruit shakes or juices, including creative flavor selections like passion fruit and oatmeal.

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Location

550 W 181st St Manhattan, NY, 10033

Features

Cuisine
Latin American

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