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Franchesca's Empanadas Cafe

Empanadas, Vegan Menu, Latin

Worth ordering: #1 Empanada in Baltimorenamed in 30 reviews

Try the beefless and plantain vegan empanadas, which are popular and flavorful.

4.3food Very vegan-friendly

Directions

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

Good to know: Ask to have the non-vegan white sauce removed from vegan orders to avoid animal ingredients.
Enjoy the vegan pupusas, which many reviewers highlight as a standout item.

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Expect some wait time during busy periods, as orders can take 20+ minutes.
Happy Hour from 3-6 pm includes $5 sangria, a good option for a casual visit.

Must-try

Worth ordering: Pupusas

People also mention beefless, pupusa and apple pie.

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Also bowl, apple/caramel empanada, caramel apple, guava and juice.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and affordable.

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Also praised for beautiful interior.

Good to know

Gluten-free options
Outdoor seating
Lunch, takeout, quick bites
Cards and mobile pay

About

Franchesca's Empanadas Cafe is a casual Dominican spot known for its large, flavorful empanadas including a dedicated vegan section with options like beefless and plantain empanadas. The cafe features a small sit-down area with hanging plants and offers delivery, takeout, and dine-in with reasonable prices. Staff are generally friendly and knowledgeable about vegan choices, though occasional service inconsistencies with vegan sauces have been reported.