The quintessential empanada is crisp, golden brown on the outside and the filling juicy, tender and decadent on the inside. Whatever your preference — the traditional beef filling, chicken, cheese or even going outside the box with a chocolate or guava filling as a dessert — empanadas are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries one. And in Long Island, only the best empanadas reign supreme!
2023: Long Islanders Voted Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma Best Empanada!
Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma
601 Portion Rd., Suite 13, Ronkonkoma
(631) 617-6427 – islandempanada.com
Empanadas are a delicious snack that can be flavored in a variety of ways. Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma understands the value of a good empanada recipe and their ability to serve up the tasty dish has earned them respect and admiration in the community. Island Empanada is owned and operated by husband-and-wife business partners Roy and Kathy Pelaez. Known for their delicious empanadas—based on a recipe that Roy has perfected over the course of 20 years—Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma is the only restaurant that specializes in empanadas on Long Island. A self-taught cook, Roy trained in both Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, where he mastered the art of empanada making. He also crafts a secret sofrito seasoning that gives the empanadas an authentic “taste of the islands.”
2022: Long Islanders Voted Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma Best Empanada!
Island Empanada
Multiple Locations
631-617-6427 – islandempanada.com
Who doesn’t love an empanada? Ronkonkoma’s Island Empanada has mastered the art of the empanada, and there isn’t a stuffing that they won’t try, so there truly is an empanada out there for everyone. If you want to go traditional, Island Empanada has a number of beef options to choose from. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can stuff your empanada with shrimp, pork or bacon mac and cheese, just to name a few options. Want one stuffed with cheese? Island Empanada has it. With its extensive menu of doughey and meaty delights, it’s no wonder that Island Empanada has become a fan favorite among Long Islanders!
2021: Long Islanders Voted Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma Best Empanada!
Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma
601 Portion Rd #13, Ronkonkoma
(631) 617-6427 – islandempanada.com
Who doesn’t love an empanada? Ronkonkoma’s Island Empanada has mastered the art of the empanada, and there isn’t a stuffing that they won’t try, so there truly is an empanada out there for everyone. If you want to go traditional, Island Empanada has a number of beef options to choose from. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can stuff your empanada with shrimp, pork or bacon mac and cheese, just to name a few options. Want one stuffed with cheese? Island Empanada has it. With its extensive menu of doughey and meaty delights, it’s no wonder that Island Empanada has become a fan favorite among Long Islanders!
2020: Long Islanders Voted Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma Best Empanada!
Island Empanada of Ronkonkoma
601 Portion Rd Ste 13, Ronkonkoma
(631) 617-6427 – islandempanada.com
Who doesn’t love an empanada? Ronkonkoma’s Island Empanada has mastered the art of the empanada, and there isn’t a stuffing that they won’t try, so there truly is an empanada out there for everyone. If you want to go traditional, Island Empanada has a number of beef options to choose from. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can stuff your empanada with shrimp, pork or bacon mac and cheese, just to name a couple of options. Want an empanada full of cheese? Island Empanada has it. With their extensive menu of empanadas, it’s no wonder that Island Empanada has become a fan favorite among Long Islanders.