La Americana

Frommer's Review

This place calls itself "La Reina de las Empanadas" (the Queen of Empanadas), and that it is indeed. They offer an enormous range of empanadas, all made with very light dough, never heavy or greasy, with slightly burnt edges. The place is busy and loud, with the constant din of conversation bouncing off the tile and stone walls and the glass-plate windows looking out over Callao. There are tables here as well as a takeout section and an area for standing and eating -- some people just can't be bothered sitting and simply scarf down these delicious creations once they get them. The place looks like many of the fast-food-chain emporiums, but don't confuse it with those; this is the only one of its kind. Waiters are frantic, scurrying from table to table as people change their minds after one bite and order extra rounds. You'll have to keep reminding them of what you ordered if you feel it's taking too much time, but don't blame them: It's just too busy for normal humans to keep up with the pace. Italian specialties such as calzones and pizzas round out the menu choices. Deliveries can be made to nearby hotels.

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