Discover the Authentic Taste of Che Empanadas in Raleigh
Located in the heart of Raleigh at 500 E Davie St #115, Che Empanadas serves as a vibrant culinary destination for those seeking the genuine flavors of South American tradition. Our establishment is built on the foundation of passion for quality ingredients and the time-honored craft of hand-folding pastries. Whether you are a long-time fan of Latin American cuisine or a curious newcomer looking to explore new textures and spices, our kitchen offers a welcoming environment where every bite tells a story of heritage and culinary dedication.
We believe that food is a universal language that brings people together. By focusing on the art of the empanada, we have created a menu that celebrates simplicity and depth of flavor. Our location in Raleigh provides a convenient stop for locals and visitors alike, whether you are grabbing a quick lunch during a busy workday or settling in for a relaxed afternoon snack. We take pride in our commitment to consistency, ensuring that every guest experiences the same level of care and attention to detail that defines our brand.
Why Choose Che Empanadas
Handcrafted Quality: Every empanada is prepared with care, utilizing traditional techniques that ensure a perfect balance between the golden, flaky crust and the savory, well-seasoned fillings inside.
Diverse Flavor Profiles: Our menu features a variety of options designed to cater to different palates, ranging from classic meat-based recipes to thoughtful vegetarian alternatives that highlight fresh, wholesome ingredients.
Prime Downtown Location: Situated at 500 E Davie St #115, we are easily accessible to those exploring the bustling downtown Raleigh area, making us an ideal spot for a flavorful break during your city adventures.
Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere: We strive to create a space that feels like home, where the aroma of freshly baked goods greets you at the door and our friendly team is always ready to help you find your new favorite flavor.
The philosophy behind Che Empanadas is rooted in the belief that great food does not need to be complicated to be memorable. By focusing on the integrity of our ingredients and the precision of our preparation, we aim to provide a dining experience that is both satisfying and authentic. We understand that our patrons value transparency and quality, which is why we remain dedicated to maintaining high standards in every aspect of our operation. From the moment you step into our shop until the last bite of your meal, our goal is to provide a moment of genuine enjoyment.
As we continue to serve the Raleigh community, we remain grateful for the support of our neighbors and the opportunity to share our passion for empanadas. We invite you to visit us at our Davie Street location to experience the warmth and flavor that define our kitchen. Whether you are planning a casual gathering or simply craving a delicious, portable meal, Che Empanadas is here to provide a taste of tradition that fits perfectly into your day. We look forward to welcoming you soon and sharing the unique culinary journey that makes our empanadas a standout choice in North Carolina.
Our commitment extends beyond just the food; it is about fostering a sense of community and connection. We believe that by providing a consistent, high-quality product, we contribute to the rich and diverse food culture that makes Raleigh such a special place to live and visit. Every batch we bake is a reflection of our respect for the culinary arts and our appreciation for the people who choose to dine with us. We invite you to stop by, explore our current offerings, and discover why so many people have made us a regular part of their dining routine.
Thank you for choosing to learn more about Che Empanadas. We are proud to be a part of the local business landscape and are excited to continue serving our community with the same enthusiasm and dedication that we started with. We hope to see you at 500 E Davie St #115 very soon, where a fresh, hot, and delicious empanada is always waiting for you.
Amenities and More
Menus
Specials
Brisket Empanada$5.00
Shrimp Empanada$4.25
Prune & Pancetta Empanada$4.25
Empachori Empanada$4.25
Breakfast Empanadas
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Empanada$3.75
Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Empanada$3.75
Ham & Cheese Empanada$3.75
Potato & Onion Knish (vegan)$3.50
Meat Empanadas
Beef (Carne) Empanada$3.75
Sweet Beef (Carne Dulce) Empanada$3.75
Lemon Marinated Beef (Al Limon)$3.75
Chicken (Pollo) Empanada$3.75
Ham & Cheese (Jamon y Queso) Empanada$3.75
Pork (Puerco) Empanada$4.25
Sauces & Sides
Chimichurri Sauce$2.00
Habanero Sauce$0.75
Small Chimichurri Sauce$1.00
Jar of Chimichurri (8 oz)$13.99
Jar of Habanero Sauce (4 oz)$8.00
Salad of the Day$4.00
Vegetarian & Vegan Empanadas
Caprese (vegetarian)$3.50
Caprese (vegan)$3.75
Spinach (Espinaca) (vegetarian)$3.50
Onion & Cheese (Fugazzeta) (vegetarian)$3.50
Corn (humita) (vegetarian)$3.50
Kale & Mushroom (Col Rizada) (vegan)$3.50
Potato & Onion Knish (vegan)$3.50
Lentil & Sweet Potato (Lenteja y Batata) (vegan)$3.50
Quinoa & Sun Dried Tomatoes (vegan)$3.50
Pumpkin (Calabaza) (vegan)$3.50
Vegan Beef$4.75
Vegan Sweet Beef$4.75
Drinks
Coke (De Mexico)$3.00
Sprite (De Mexico)$3.00
Fanta (De Mexico)$3.00
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Reviews Che Empanadas
R “Aria” Dee
30-05-2026
The kind of empanadas i like: flaky, baked; not oily or hard from over frying. Had the beef & chicken for savory. Cubana (guava and cheese) for sweet. Stop by when you're near the Transfer Co. food hall.
Priya Loke
30-05-2026
We tried all the vegetarian empanadas and they were all good but their guava and cheese dessert empanada was out of this world. Everyone in our group loved it and we went back to get more. Highly recommend !
Ezekiel Copper
30-05-2026
Woo baby it's the shrimp empanada for me 🤌🏾
The spinach one is slamming too. I can't wait to get through the other vegetarian ones. Nice and filling....baked so there's no after grease. Clean and gwwoood. The service is adorable too … More
Erik Newby
30-05-2026
Solid empanadas. Definitely a good lunch option. I have gotten three multiple times, but if you're really hungry you might want to get more than that. It's been fun to see their menu change regularly and to keep trying different kinds.
Christina Solano
30-05-2026
Delicious and authentic empanadas! This restaurant is located in the food hall. It is peaceful and please inside with lots of plants. More
Barrett Chambers
30-05-2026
Loved it. We tried all their vegan empanadas.
10/10 Onion and potato. This one was our favorite. Great flavor and perfect with … More
Div
30-05-2026
Oct 2021
Back for more empanadas.. tried El limon.. marinated beef empanada, kale and mushroom empanada, fall special pumpkin empanada.. … More
Jesse Proctor
30-05-2026
Pretty well done authentic Argentinian empanada . Crust is flaky but too thick and a little bland. Fillings are moist and delicious but not fully stuffed. Having taken a bite of over half of the savory menu items I didn’t find an empanada … More
Josh Pagano
30-05-2026
A mixed bag. The steak and ham empanadas are basically glorified hot pockets. And the desserts are essentially Tastykakes. However, the caprese flavor is truly delicious and makes it worth coming here absolutely
Robert Karhnak
30-05-2026
Fantastic! Wife and I split five empanadas and they ranged from good to amazing. Starting from our favorite: brisket, jamón y queso, carne, breakfast sausage and egg, and caprese. And the Argentinian matcha tea was great too. More
Juan Camacho Rizo
30-05-2026
Bought a too good to go promo "surprise" bag. The bag looked like it was opened multiple times and closed. … More
Eric Pemberton
30-05-2026
Empachori, Onion and Cheese and the cookie were excellent
Brisket was great too!
All the empanadas were hot, crispy on the outside and delicious
9/10
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Lindsey
30-05-2026
Stopped in for some brunch, ended up with these delicious empanadas and chimichurri. Had an assortment and for about $3 each, such a good spread! Bread is flaky, fillings are full of so much flavor. Will definitely come back here!
Helal El-Zaatari
30-05-2026
Wow! Very crispy exterior that is balanced by a juicy and well spiced inside. With lots of different flavors, these empanadas are a great party pleaser and are an excellent choice for catering. More
AdventureAttorney
30-05-2026
I ordered one chicken and one beef empanada. As much as I liked the chicken empanada, I didn’t prefer the beef empanada. But still a good experience and fun to chill at the good hall.
cynthia sovich
30-05-2026
Excellent flaky dough, great variety of flavors. You can bring them home frozen and heat and eat them at your convenience. More
Marylou Eccles
30-05-2026
8/30/25
Delivery The Breakfast Sausage (Salchicha) was a bit spicy, Knish (Potato and Onion), and Hamon and Jamon Y Queso (Ham and Cheese) were seasoned well and all … More
Omar Oropesa
30-05-2026
Great Argentinian place in the middle of Transfer Co. Food Hall, Downtown Raleigh. I tried the Chicken, Pulled Pork, Beef, Spinach & Cheese and Guava & Cheese. Oh boy... and had it with Yerba Mate (Herb Tea). Great food and great customer service at a moderate price. Good for the whole family. I strongly suggest. 👍🏻 …
Liz
30-05-2026
The chimmichuri sauce is delicious
The empanadas here are delicious and so glad I stop by today. Very nice staff too
Eric Pemberton
30-05-2026
Empachori, Onion and Cheese and the cookie were excellent
Brisket was great too! … More
Eric N
30-05-2026
Great empanadas. The brisket and beef were delicious. Very savory and delicious. If you are looking for some quick snack empanadas definitely come here. Great customer service as well. More
Mary-Ann L.
30-05-2026
You got to check in via Yelp to get 20% off your first order. I think I was the first one to use it since the friendly cashier didn’t know how to honor it, she ended up saying she’ll just give me the discount though she thought a QR code … More
Luz Schvindt
30-05-2026
My Argentinian husband wanted to try this place since one of our friends had mentioned how good the empanadas were. We got to meet and chat with Anabel, the owner. She was very kind and we tried a few of her recommendations. It was my … More
Wafaa Darwish
30-05-2026
It’s inside the food hall
The service was good
The food itself just like a snack don’t recommend if your hungry the taste was … More
Hiram Ruiz
30-05-2026
Great empanadas. The sweet beef and the guava and cream cheese both delicious. They also have Argentinian sweets called alfajores. More
Ali C
30-05-2026
Located inside the Transfer Co Food Hall space, in the middle of the building. Easy to locate.
Food is served warm and is quite tasty! … More
Noelia Bautista
30-05-2026
I liked the service is very fast. I ordered ham and cheese, caprese, al limón and beef also chimichurri and that is the only thing I did not like in my opinion, the chimichurri should be an accompaniment to the empanada not an extra. The … More
Isabels Dad
30-05-2026
A quick bite at the right price togo! The empanadas are a decent size but the fillings is where they shine. At $3 for a empanada you can try a variety without breaking the bank. They are located in the Transfer Co. Downtown but don't worry … More
Deepak Krishnappa
30-05-2026
Stopped here when we went to Burial next door. Ordered takeout for four empanadas but only received three. I was charged for all four. I asked for two chicken, one spinach, and one ham and cheese, but got two spinach and one chicken. The … More
Jeremy Keesee
30-05-2026
After grabbing dinner at Chhote's, my wife and I picked up a stash of empanadas for a late night snack at our hotel: beef, brisket and ham & cheese. It's tough to pick a favorite out of the three. I'd say it's neck and neck with the beef … More
Bailey Farley
30-05-2026
(Located inside Transfer Co. Food Hall) Ordered the carne empanada + hot sauce. I made the mistake of only ordering one, just to try it out…don’t be like me, order a few! … More
Reviews Che Empanadas