9 Julio Empanada Kitchen

Holly Han

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 sourced locally.

Srima McQuillan

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 glass of wine.

Monique Llamas

We hired 9 Julio for a special non-profit founders reception for a group of about 50. Working with Erica, the owner, was a breeze. Her prices are affordable, she worked with us to adjust the menu to our needs, delivery was on time and came piping hot. Our guests raved about the empanadas and skewers. I look forward to hiring her again for our next catering needs. (Note - in the photo it shows the food on ceramic trays. We repacked those from the aluminum trays provided by 9 Julio onto our own platters.)

Greg Cote

I had the harvest spinach salad 🥗 with chicken. The flavors were amazing. You start with the marriage of the spiced sweet potatoes with the crunch of the candied pecans. The chicken was tender and perfectly spiced.

ShanielD569

Pictured here are the chimichuri steak and potatoes. Plantain chips and an avocado dip. The steak was tender and well marinated. Potatoes were good like a smothered, then mashed potato. Plantain chips light and crispy. I ordered a pineapple Agua fresca that could have been sweeter but definitely good. Nice clean, cozy restaurant with window countertop seating. This place definitely brought more variety to the area.

Fiona Herse Woo

We were excited to see this place finally open and came to the soft opening. The inside of the restaurant is small but really cute. We had one of each kind of empanada and my favorite was the Cuban but all of them were good. They are a small size so order more than one per person. We also had the gaucho salad and smashed potatoes - both great!

Xavier Ching

Dined in and had a great dinner! The Peruvian chicken was a standout item. Tender and moist, with excellent flavor. The smashed potatoes were just as good. Kind of like a potato salad, with crispy bits. All the empanadas we tried were delicious as well. Really enjoyed the jamaican beef and spinach and cheese. Check it out, the food is definitely worth a visit, especially the peruvian chicken.

Cate Freyer

10000 stars!!! FULL empanadas, we tried all of them and they were all to die for. Perfect buttery crust, Jamaican had a nice kick, chicken rojo and Verde had lovely flavors, chorizo was gone in 2 seconds. DELICIOUS!! Served hot and crispy and fresh! Dessert ones beyond amazing. New favorite place!

Tala Ibabao

Why go to South America, when you can just come here? Honestly, these are some of the best I’ve ever had, including those I had when I was in South America.

Lovely vibe and great food. Just returned from vacation in Argentina and the food here is so authentic and delicious, it brought back the good feelings of being there. Ordering enough for a party this weekend to share the flavors of South America. The owner Erica is welcoming and helpful in planning and in ordering.

Order takeout from here. It’s just simply the best, most delicious food. Everything about it is great. Love the pollo rojo Empanadas and the Peruvian chicken. Also love the fried sweet potatoes.

Oh my God! The food here is absolutely incredible! I've never had such food empanadas in my whole life. And the salads are so fresh and tasty! I'm going to be a regular customer!

We have had this reastaurant deliver food for several events now. They are consistantly on time, professional, easy to work with and the food is amazing! Our clients tell us it is the best food they have had at any event and I totally agree. Thank you, so much, Erika!

As always, the food at 9 Julio is awesome and all the guests at my event raved about how good it was. We love you, Erica!

Well, me and my family went here on some late night and I ordered three empanadas a Jamaican beef empanada a chicken salsa verde, and the spinach and cheese empanada and the chicken salsa Verde is the best. I’m gonna go back to try the Rojo chicken empanada. the flavor is really good. Nothing was too greasy. Nothing was too sweet because I ended up getting a banana empanada too. It was good for my first time.

Friend sent me a gift certificate for the spot... It gave me a chance to sample almost all the empanadas. Delicious variety with lots of filling. I will definitely be going back!

Food is so flavorful and freshly prepared - come try it for yourself! The empanadas are the main attraction but I also enjoyed their gaucho chopped salad and Peruvian chicken - delicious! They also have beer and wine on tap.

Delicious empanadas. Service and warmth would make this a great experience. It’s lacking a bit. The chicken rojo empanada is yummy along with the chimichurri.

Very friendly service. A great menu. We enjoyed everything. It may seem minor, but there is real silverware and nice glassware. - that is so unusual for a quick meal place. Next time I'll try the salad we spied at another table , and the chimichurri steak.

Suzie Hardt

As always, the food at 9 Julio is awesome and all the guests at my event raved about how good it was. We love you, Erica!

Ellen Frankel

Oh my God! The food here is absolutely incredible! I've never had such food empanadas in my whole life. And the salads are so fresh and tasty! I'm going to be a regular customer!

Suzie Hardt

We have had this reastaurant deliver food for several events now. They are consistantly on time, professional, easy to work with and the food is amazing! Our clients tell us it is the best food they have had at any event and I totally agree. Thank you, so much, Erika!

Megan Jensen

Friend sent me a gift certificate for the spot... It gave me a chance to sample almost all the empanadas. Delicious variety with lots of filling. I will definitely be going back!

Amirah Syrah

Delicious empanadas. Service and warmth would make this a great experience. It’s lacking a bit. The chicken rojo empanada is yummy along with the chimichurri.

Lynn Watkins

Very friendly service. A great menu. We enjoyed everything. It may seem minor, but there is real silverware and nice glassware. - that is so unusual for a quick meal place. Next time I'll try the salad we spied at another table , and the chimichurri steak.

Katherine Sullivan

Lovely vibe and great food. Just returned from vacation in Argentina and the food here is so authentic and delicious, it brought back the good feelings of being there. Ordering enough for a party this weekend to share the flavors of South America. The owner Erica is welcoming and helpful in planning and in ordering.

Alyia whittaker

Well, me and my family went here on some late night and I ordered three empanadas a Jamaican beef empanada a chicken salsa verde, and the spinach and cheese empanada and the chicken salsa Verde is the best. I’m gonna go back to try the Rojo chicken empanada. the flavor is really good. Nothing was too greasy. Nothing was too sweet because I ended up getting a banana empanada too. It was good for my first time.

Jeff Knowles

Food is so flavorful and freshly prepared - come try it for yourself! The empanadas are the main attraction but I also enjoyed their gaucho chopped salad and Peruvian chicken - delicious! They also have beer and wine on tap.

Really liked the mushroom empanada, and the aguas frescas, especially the piña one. There is only 1 vegan empanada option, and the aoli they gave with the potatoes isn't vegan, so we couldn't eat that. The space was clean, and ordering was easy, sauce mix up aside.

Alexandria Maisoka

Really liked the mushroom empanada, and the aguas frescas, especially the piña one. There is only 1 vegan empanada option, and the aoli they gave with the potatoes isn't vegan, so we couldn't eat that. The space was clean, and ordering was easy, sauce mix up aside.