For years, I’ll admit I avoided this hole-in-the-wall shop for what it looked like on the outside. But like so many things, it’s what on the inside that counts. Since 1993, Julia’s has baked her fresh, homemade empanadas daily, serving a steady stream of customers who keep coming back for her spiced, filled pastry. What’s available changes as the day goes on, but if it's on the menu, try the Jamaican-style empanada with ground beef, potato, onions, curry, and spices, or the chorizo with black beans, white rice, onions, and spices. If you’re out clubbing in the neighborhood, do what D.C.’s barhoppers do, and stop here for a late-night snack. There aren’t seats inside, so grab your empanada to go or walk and eat. Other locations are in Dupont Circle (1221 Connecticut Ave. NW) and Brightwood (6235 Georgia Ave. NW).
Washington, D.C.› Restaurant
Julia’s Empanadas
2452 18th St. NW (at Columbia Rd.)
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Adams Morgan
Hours
Mon–Thurs 10am–9pm; Fri 10am–11pm; Sat 10am–midnight; Sun 10am–8pm
Transportation
Metro: Woodley Park–Zoo, with a walk, or take the DC Circulator
Phone
202/328-6232
Prices
$10 minimum credit card. All empanadas $6.
Cuisine Type
Latin
Web site
Julia’s Empanadas
Other
Reservations not accepted. Takeout available.
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