Opening hours
Open now · closes 7:00 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Local time in Ridgewood: 6:21 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (347) 389-3939 to confirm.
Location & directions
48 Cypress AvenueRidgewood, NY 11237
About Empanada City
Empanada City is a fast food restaurant located at 48 Cypress Avenue in Ridgewood, New York. It is one of 226 places to eat and drink we list in Ridgewood.
Empanada City is open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
On the menu: Latin American dishes.
You can reach the team at (347) 389-3939.
Quick facts
- Category
- Fast Food Restaurant · Latin American
- Address
- 48 Cypress Avenue, Ridgewood, NY 11237
- Phone
- (347) 389-3939
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for fast food restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Empanada City’s weekday schedule with 1,114 other fast food restaurants in New York. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 7:00 AM) and closes at 8:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 64 hours a week, 41 hours fewer than the local median of 105. 96% of fast food restaurants in New York open on Sundays, and Empanada City is one of them.
Compared with 1,114 other fast food restaurants in New York that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for fast food restaurants in New York
Based on 9 menus with 386 priced items from fast food restaurants in New York, the median menu item costs $10.99, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.99.
We don’t have Empanada City’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what fast food restaurants in New York typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 33% | $3.99 |
| Fish Sandwich | 33% | $9.00 |
| Chicken Sandwich | 33% | $8.00 |
| Philly Cheesesteak | 33% | $10.00 |
| Chicken Over Rice | 33% | $12.99 |
| Lamb Over Rice | 33% | $13.99 |
Calculated from 9 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What fast food restaurants usually offer
Across 259 fast food restaurants in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 67% offer takeout
- 94% offer delivery
- 93% have dine-in seating
- 91% are described as good for kids
- 83% accept mobile payments
Ask Empanada City directly at (347) 389-3939 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Empanada City there are 107 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 359 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (64), Cafes & Coffee (53), Mexican & Tex-Mex (49), and Latin American & Caribbean (30).
Competition is healthy: 7 other fast food restaurants are within a mile and 98 within three miles. The closest is Lacey Burger, 0.1 mi away.
209 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeKings Kolache< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsVacations Bar & Rooftop< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiZa-Ya< 0.1 mi
- ChineseSze's Garden< 0.1 mi
- ThaiTong< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a fast food restaurant
Burger joints and fast-food restaurants are built for speed: order at a counter, kiosk, app or drive-through and expect your food in minutes. The category ranges from national chains with identical menus everywhere to independent burger stands, regional favorites with cult followings and modern “better burger” shops that grind their own beef.
What to order
- Classic cheeseburger – the signature item almost everywhere
- Fries or onion rings – ask for them fresh if the line is short
- Chicken sandwich – a fierce battleground between chains in recent years
- Milkshake – hand-spun shakes are a hallmark of independent burger stands
Good to know
- Ordering ahead in the brand’s app usually skips the line and unlocks app-only deals.
- The lunch rush peaks around noon to 1 PM; mid-afternoon is the quickest time to visit.
- Drive-through hours can differ from lobby hours – the lobby often closes earlier at night.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Empanada City's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Is Empanada City open on Sunday?
Yes, Empanada City is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Where is Empanada City located?
Empanada City is located at 48 Cypress Avenue, Ridgewood, NY 11237.
What is the phone number of Empanada City?
You can call Empanada City at (347) 389-3939.
Is Empanada City open late?
No, Empanada City usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Empanada City?
There are 359 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Empanada City. Nearby options include Kings Kolache (< 0.1 mi), Vacations Bar & Rooftop (< 0.1 mi), and Za-Ya (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other fast food restaurants near Empanada City?
7 other fast food restaurants within a mile. The closest is Lacey Burger, 0.1 mi away.
How much do fast food restaurants in New York cost?
Based on 9 menus with 386 priced items from fast food restaurants in New York, the median menu item costs $10.99, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.99.
Nearby places
All in Ridgewood
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