9 Julio Empanada Kitchen — Restaurant in Oakland

Delicious. Ordered two chicken empanadas and some sides. (Rice, Plantains) The crusts of the empanadas were perfectly crisp and light. The fillings were delectable and everything was well balanced and in the perfect ratio.

The dips and salsas were amazing. Chimichurri was out of this world. I would totally get chips and dips as a snack and be totally happy.

They also have catering and it would be such a great way to feed a lot of people - so much better than boring office sandwich catering.

Vibe- The attention to detail on the interior decor is top notch. Buenos Aires imagery makes you feel like you are eating in South America. Nice drinks and atmosphere. Amazing service. We asked a ton of questions and always were greeted with a smile.

Great for a quick bite or a casual meal with a...

I ordered from 9 Julio's Empanadas for an event for 40 alumni in the Bay Area. The reviews from the attendees were really positive. I ordered their farmers market salad, empanadas (vegetarian, meat and dessert), steak, plantain chips, and some other delicious dishes). The process was easy from placing the order to delivery.

I was hosting this event and flying from Los Angeles in a space co-hosted in the Bay Area so I wanted great and delicious food but didn't want to worry about the food logistics. I wanted to worry about the event only.

The food was fresh and...

This is a hidden gem in North Oakland, and as a proud Peruano, I can say their empanadas are amazing! The alfajores are a standout—they taste so homemade that if I brought them to a friend’s party, everyone would be asking me for the recipe instead of where I bought them. The location is tucked away near Whole Foods, but unlike Telegraph, parking is easy and convenient. The place is spotless, the service is fast, and I’m already looking forward to using them for future catering events. It’s great to see more Latino flavors being embraced in the...