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La Masa Empanada Bar
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Buzzing tavern featuring a variety of oven-baked empanadas & Latin American mains, plus cocktails.
Nearby attractions
Charles Allis Art Museum
1801 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Caesar's Park
1939 N Warren Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Jewish Museum Milwaukee
1360 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Burns Commons Park
1300 N Franklin Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Kadish Park
750 E North Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53212
McKinley Park
1750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
914 E Knapp St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Milwaukee Art Museum Research Center
1201 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Kenilworth Square East Gallery
2155 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
James May Gallery
2201 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Apollo Cafe
1310 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Dorsia
1307 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Jack's American Pub
1323 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
The King Crab Shack | Brady Street
1330 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Pete's Pub
1234 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Saint Bibiana
1327 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Easy Tyger | An Asian Gastropub
1230 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Megawich - The Ultimate Sandwich
1426 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
Twisted Plants
1233 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Kompali | Tacos • Tequila • Mezcal
1205 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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1028 E Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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La Masa Empanada Bar

1300 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
4.7(907)$$$$
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Buzzing tavern featuring a variety of oven-baked empanadas & Latin American mains, plus cocktails.

attractions: Charles Allis Art Museum, Caesar's Park, Jewish Museum Milwaukee, Burns Commons Park, Kadish Park, McKinley Park, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Milwaukee Art Museum Research Center, Kenilworth Square East Gallery, James May Gallery, restaurants: Apollo Cafe, Dorsia, Jack's American Pub, The King Crab Shack | Brady Street, Pete's Pub, Saint Bibiana, Easy Tyger | An Asian Gastropub, Megawich - The Ultimate Sandwich, Twisted Plants, Kompali | Tacos • Tequila • Mezcal
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Phone
(414) 885-1866
Website
lamasaempanadas.com

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Featured dishes

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Empanada Trio
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Breakfast Empanada
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Goat Cheese Croquetas
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House Jicama Slaw
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Grilled Ham & Manchego Sandwich
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Blackened Chicken & Bleu Salad
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Banana Nutella - (N)

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Nearby attractions of La Masa Empanada Bar

Charles Allis Art Museum

Caesar's Park

Jewish Museum Milwaukee

Burns Commons Park

Kadish Park

McKinley Park

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

Milwaukee Art Museum Research Center

Kenilworth Square East Gallery

James May Gallery

Charles Allis Art Museum

Charles Allis Art Museum

4.6

(62)

Open 24 hours
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Caesar's Park

Caesar's Park

4.5

(44)

Open until 10:00 PM
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Jewish Museum Milwaukee

Jewish Museum Milwaukee

4.6

(125)

Open 24 hours
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Burns Commons Park

Burns Commons Park

4.5

(111)

Open until 10:00 PM
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Nearby restaurants of La Masa Empanada Bar

Apollo Cafe

Dorsia

Jack's American Pub

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Pete's Pub

Saint Bibiana

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Apollo Cafe

4.7

(371)

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Dorsia

Dorsia

4.3

(636)

$$

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Jack's American Pub

Jack's American Pub

4.1

(519)

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3.4

(294)

$$$

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Reviews of La Masa Empanada Bar

4.7
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5.0
2y

La Masa Empandana Bar is an exemplary establishment that seamlessly blends culinary artistry with a cozy ambiance. From the moment you step in, the warm atmosphere envelops you, creating the perfect setting for a delightful dining experience. The interior is tastefully designed, striking a balance between modern aesthetics and a welcoming feel.

The star of the show, of course, is the empanada selection. La Masa’s empanadas are a gastronomic masterpiece, boasting a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Each bite is a journey through a symphony of well-chosen ingredients, expertly crafted to create a harmonious blend. The variety of fillings caters to diverse palates, ensuring there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a meat lover or prefer vegetarian options.

What sets La Masa apart is not just the quality of their empanadas but also the attention to detail in their preparation. The crust is flaky and golden, providing the ideal vessel for the savory treasures within. The fillings are generous, showcasing the chef’s commitment to using high-quality ingredients. It’s evident that each empanada is crafted with care and culinary finesse.

The menu extends beyond empanadas, offering a well-curated selection of sides and beverages. The sides complement the main attraction perfectly, enhancing the overall dining experience. Whether it’s the crispy plantain chips or the refreshing salads, each element contributes to a satisfying meal.

Service at La Masa is prompt and attentive, adding to the overall positive experience. The staff is knowledgeable about the menu, ready to offer recommendations based on individual preferences. The efficiency of service ensures that patrons can enjoy their meals without unnecessary delays, a crucial element for those with busy schedules.

In addition to the delectable food and stellar service, the pricing at La Masa is reasonable, considering the quality of the offerings. The portions are substantial, making it a great value for money. This balance between affordability and excellence in taste positions La Masa as a standout choice for both casual dining and special occasions.

The ambiance further elevates the dining experience. Whether you’re catching up with friends, having a business lunch, or enjoying a solo meal, the atmosphere at La Masa is inviting. The restaurant’s layout allows for a comfortable level of privacy, making it suitable for various social situations.

La Masa Empandana Bar deserves every bit of its five-star rating. It’s a culinary gem that excels not only in its signature empanadas but also in providing a holistic dining experience. For those seeking a memorable meal in a welcoming environment, La Masa is an...

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1.0
2y

We were really hoping to enjoy this place based on the reviews. Unfortunately, the hostess was so incredibly rude and unprofessional that she ruined our entire dining experience, and we ended up leaving before we could even order. There were multiple open tables when we came in (at least 5 that we counted), yet she told us she didn't have anything available (for a party of 3) so we would either have to sit at the bar or wait until something opened up, which we were told would be 10-15 minutes. We would have been perfectly fine pulling up a stool to one of the smaller tables, but she never even offered that as an option. We waited patiently by the door. However, when we asked if there was somewhere else we could wait so we weren't blocking the entryway, she snapped at us as if we were bothering her. We tried to give her the benefit of the doubt in case she was having a bad day, but she just had a miserable attitude and acted like she didn't even want to be there. At least two more tables opened up during this time, but she made no attempt to clear and clean them quickly or efficiently so we could be seated. Instead, she would take a few items off the tables, then disappear to the back, but never actually cleaned them. Please keep in mind that this was well after the lunch rush (2:30pm) and no other customers came in the whole time we were there. After she finally cleared one of the tables, she barked at us to, "Sit over there!" As we were starting to take our seats, she hastily wiped down the table with a wet towel and then slammed the menus down on top. I had to peel our menus off because the table was sopping wet, and because I didn't want our clothes to get soaked as well, I asked her if we could get a dry towel for the table. A simple request, or so I thought, but instead of apologizing or offering to get a towel or actually dry the table, she snapped at us again and yelled, "It'll dry," before storming away. I can honestly say that I have NEVER in my life experienced someone so rude and unprofessional, especially in the restaurant industry. I would never tolerate an employee treating a customer in this manner. My family had a terrible experience here solely because of your hostess. If this is the kind of people you hire to represent your business, we will definitely not...

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5.0
3y

I was taken here by a friend. I actually wanted to get one of my friends to start seeing some places in the metro area Milwaukee and one of our other friends suggested this place. I was open to anything and who doesn't love a good empanada? I seriously had no idea of how good this could be. My expectations were definitely a lot lower than what was delivered.

I couldn't believe all the different choices of empanadas. More importantly, the quality of each one was amazing. The presentation on top of that was fun as well. I like how they put the different letters on each empanada so you know what flavor each one is. The spicy shrimp one had a little bit of a kick to it and it was really good. The Thai empanada was hands-down awesome. I knew it would be. We tried a few other ones like the Cuban, and some other ones. My favorites were shrimp and Thai. They had three sauces for all of them. It may not sound like a lot of choices, but honestly, it was more than enough. I really didn't even feel the need to use a ton of sauces because the empanadas were really good to begin with. I wouldn't want any more choices for sauces because it would have been confusing at that point.

We bought the platters of empanadas and saved a little bit of money that way since we got a platter. I thought I would eat more than I did but these were really filling. So we ended up taking some home. I am most definitely coming back to this place. I couldn't believe how many choices there were and the quality of the food was so good. We only ordered empanadas. I'm sure the other food is good, but honestly, I wouldn't waste my time ordering anything else. I would stick to the empanada. But then again, I tend to be one of those people that orders what I know I like. Go here. It's a...

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Eva OdlandEva Odland
Most empanadas in North America lean more towards corn flour based pastry. I noticed right away that these were more rough puff pastry, wheat flour based. I had the Argentine Beef (A) Grilled Chicken Pesto (PC) and the Carnitas Verde (C). Each had an identifying stamp. A was the star of the trio the bites were filled with complex flavors. The olives and raisin punctuated the flavorful shredded beef. The shell was soft, but layered. I would have preferred more salt in the dough and a bit more color and crunch. Also the forked seal edges were missing which indicated a press. A small detail that only effect perception not flavor. The grilled chicken pesto was lacking the grill flavor in grilled and as much, the pesto showed up and partied hard as one would expect pesto to do. The carnitas verde was bland and I struggled to feel and taste the salsa verde component. But the overall note was elevated with small spoons of the chimichurri and Ahi Amarillo aioli. Both of which were stellar. I missed ordering the garlic and lime. The jicama slaw was a complex crunchy delight and reset the pallet between each empanada. a brief but satisfying wine menu allowed a reasonable glass for meal time and a "desert" selection. In conclusion the three empanada entree was a delightfully satisfying meal accompanied with a glass of wine. I think that northern palettes are ready for full flavor and "spicy" but that is maybe just me. There is something comforting in empanadas and my exposure though limited was elevated by the overall experience. This was my 2nd visit. A few years separated the visits. I ask myself why...but COVID answered that question as some tended to become recluses.
joe mjoe m
In the heart of the bustling Brady Street food and drink and weekend party strip this is a fun small plate venue in a clean establishment with wonderfully welcoming service. Empanada, salads, and sandwiches is what you'll get here with the accoutrement of a full bar. With a crispy flaky dough on the outside, and deliciously packed with savory on the inside, these empanadas will have you salivating and craving another. They are not huge, about the length not a standard spoon, but still shareable for a "try as many as possible" experience. Save some money and get the platter. My favorites so far are the Thai peanut and mushroom truffle Parmesan. They are stamped with grill marks to let you know what's inside. Now, do not leave without trying the Dulces(sweet) empanadas, you will thank me later. Especially the banana Nutella; you will dream about that. It is accompanied with some ice cream if buying the trio. The service was wonderful and attentive, surprising for a high traffic place like this, kudos to the staff. I came on about 5 on a Saturday and the Saturday evening crowd was starting to ramp up. Brady Street is vibrant so expect the noises, but quiet conversations are doable broken by an occasional "look at me" tail pipe. Definitely a people watching venue, with some seats outside if you are interested in that. Definitely not a cozy romantic place but absolutely a fun sharable experience for a couple. Easy parking at the meters in back, 25c per 15 minutes, bring quarters or navigate the app. $1.25 should do you. All and all, a wonderful experience, great food, and a great place. Enjoy!
Bruce K.Bruce K.
I can't say I've ever been to an empanada bar before so this was probably my first. What's not to love about empanasas? A pastry pocket stuffed with meat or veggies or cheese, it's a simple concept and La Masa does it well. The menu offers 16 different empanadas including black bean and chorizo, spinach and cheese, Wisco Corn, Cuban with ham and cheese and pickles and mustard. I opted for the "La Masa Trio" which includes three so I chose Argentine Beef, Lamb Barbacoa and Jamon y Queso (ham and cheese). They took about ten minutes (heating them up, I suppose?) and were presented on a tray with a bowl of jicama slaw and chimichurri. They were hot and while I had high hopes for the ham and cheese, that was my least favorite. It tasted too sweet. The beef was my favorite of the three, well stuffed and with a rich baked flavor. The empanadas themselves were good - flaky and buttery. La Masa has a full bar but it's lunchtime on a workday and a cocktail would definitely have put me out for the afternoon. They have Coke products and several other non-alcoholic drinks.
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Most empanadas in North America lean more towards corn flour based pastry. I noticed right away that these were more rough puff pastry, wheat flour based. I had the Argentine Beef (A) Grilled Chicken Pesto (PC) and the Carnitas Verde (C). Each had an identifying stamp. A was the star of the trio the bites were filled with complex flavors. The olives and raisin punctuated the flavorful shredded beef. The shell was soft, but layered. I would have preferred more salt in the dough and a bit more color and crunch. Also the forked seal edges were missing which indicated a press. A small detail that only effect perception not flavor. The grilled chicken pesto was lacking the grill flavor in grilled and as much, the pesto showed up and partied hard as one would expect pesto to do. The carnitas verde was bland and I struggled to feel and taste the salsa verde component. But the overall note was elevated with small spoons of the chimichurri and Ahi Amarillo aioli. Both of which were stellar. I missed ordering the garlic and lime. The jicama slaw was a complex crunchy delight and reset the pallet between each empanada. a brief but satisfying wine menu allowed a reasonable glass for meal time and a "desert" selection. In conclusion the three empanada entree was a delightfully satisfying meal accompanied with a glass of wine. I think that northern palettes are ready for full flavor and "spicy" but that is maybe just me. There is something comforting in empanadas and my exposure though limited was elevated by the overall experience. This was my 2nd visit. A few years separated the visits. I ask myself why...but COVID answered that question as some tended to become recluses.
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In the heart of the bustling Brady Street food and drink and weekend party strip this is a fun small plate venue in a clean establishment with wonderfully welcoming service. Empanada, salads, and sandwiches is what you'll get here with the accoutrement of a full bar. With a crispy flaky dough on the outside, and deliciously packed with savory on the inside, these empanadas will have you salivating and craving another. They are not huge, about the length not a standard spoon, but still shareable for a "try as many as possible" experience. Save some money and get the platter. My favorites so far are the Thai peanut and mushroom truffle Parmesan. They are stamped with grill marks to let you know what's inside. Now, do not leave without trying the Dulces(sweet) empanadas, you will thank me later. Especially the banana Nutella; you will dream about that. It is accompanied with some ice cream if buying the trio. The service was wonderful and attentive, surprising for a high traffic place like this, kudos to the staff. I came on about 5 on a Saturday and the Saturday evening crowd was starting to ramp up. Brady Street is vibrant so expect the noises, but quiet conversations are doable broken by an occasional "look at me" tail pipe. Definitely a people watching venue, with some seats outside if you are interested in that. Definitely not a cozy romantic place but absolutely a fun sharable experience for a couple. Easy parking at the meters in back, 25c per 15 minutes, bring quarters or navigate the app. $1.25 should do you. All and all, a wonderful experience, great food, and a great place. Enjoy!
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I can't say I've ever been to an empanada bar before so this was probably my first. What's not to love about empanasas? A pastry pocket stuffed with meat or veggies or cheese, it's a simple concept and La Masa does it well. The menu offers 16 different empanadas including black bean and chorizo, spinach and cheese, Wisco Corn, Cuban with ham and cheese and pickles and mustard. I opted for the "La Masa Trio" which includes three so I chose Argentine Beef, Lamb Barbacoa and Jamon y Queso (ham and cheese). They took about ten minutes (heating them up, I suppose?) and were presented on a tray with a bowl of jicama slaw and chimichurri. They were hot and while I had high hopes for the ham and cheese, that was my least favorite. It tasted too sweet. The beef was my favorite of the three, well stuffed and with a rich baked flavor. The empanadas themselves were good - flaky and buttery. La Masa has a full bar but it's lunchtime on a workday and a cocktail would definitely have put me out for the afternoon. They have Coke products and several other non-alcoholic drinks.
Bruce K.

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