Best Empanadas in Medelln
5 restaurants compared
Price range: COP1800.00 – COP5000.00
Avg recommendation: 90%
Top 5 Empanadas in Medelln (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 5 restaurants:
- Empanadas Boomerang, COP3300.00 (Laureles-Estadio)
- Empanadas El Machetico, COP1800.00 (El Poblado)
- Mamasita Medallo, COP5000.00 (El Poblado)
- Empanadas Boomerang — 92% recommended, COP2100.00 (Laureles-Estadio)
- Empanadas El Machetico — 88% recommended, COP1800.00 (El Poblado)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Restaurants Compared
#1
Empanadas Boomerang
Laureles-Estadio·$
Pastel de Pollo
COP3300.00
Crispy pastry with shredded chicken filling.
Tip: This is a nice change from the beef empanada—lighter and more delicate. Try one of each to see which you prefer.
#2
Empanadas El Machetico
El Poblado·$
Empanada de Pollo
COP1800.00
Chicken-filled empanada with the same generous portions and fried approach as the beef.
Tip: Chicken is just as good as beef here—if you can't decide, get one of each.
#3
Mamasita Medallo
El Poblado·$$
Empanadas Caseras
COP5000.00
Hand-made fried pastries filled with seasoned meat, potato, or cheese.
Tip: Order empanadas while waiting at the bar. They're warm, crispy, and won't fill you up if a heavier meal is coming later.
#492% recommend
Empanadas Boomerang
Laureles-Estadio·$
Empanada de Carne y Papas
COP2100.00
Golden fried empanada filled with shredded beef and cubed potatoes.
Tip: Ask for the picante sauce on the side—it's not spicy but adds a bright flavor that elevates the empanada. Get it on the side so you can control the amount.
#588% recommend
Empanadas El Machetico
El Poblado·$
Empanada de Carne
COP1800.00
Large, generously stuffed empanada with shredded beef—unapologetically greasy in the best way.
Tip: Get napkins—lots of them. The grease is intentional and part of the charm. Eat standing up at the counter or take it with you.