Empanadus - Authentic Argentinian Empanadas

Empanadus is a beloved family-owned Argentinian restaurant located at 7 E Burlington St in the charming village of Riverside, Illinois. Founded in 2010 by parents Ruth and Ricardo along with their four children Eric, Leslie, Alan, and Kevin, this gem began as a humble booth at the Chicago Antique Market where they offered free empanadas with vintage clothing purchases. Today, they serve over 20 delicious empanada flavors crafted with authentic Argentinian recipes and premium ingredients. Menu highlights include the classic Beef empanada with premium ground beef, Spanish onions, green olives and hard-boiled eggs, the hearty Salteña Beef featuring ribeye steak, potatoes and beef broth, and the indulgent Banana & Nutella for those with a sweet tooth. The restaurant also offers catering services perfect for meetings, parties and events, with box lunches, soups, salads and their famous alfajores with dulce de leche. Open Monday through Friday from 8am to 8pm, Saturday 9am to 8pm and Sunday 10am to 6pm, Empanadus brings the warmth of Argentine culinary tradition to the Chicago suburbs. With a perfect 4-star rating from 361 reviews, this family business continues to deliver consistent quality and tasty food that keeps locals coming back for more.