El Auténtico Restaurant

4.6 (54)restaurant

47-20 Broadway

A snug Queens storefront serving home-cooked Latin American comfort food, headlined by massive, crispy empanadas.

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Inside the warm, aroma-filled space, the kitchen turns out seasoned beef with rice, beans, and sweet plantains alongside their signature cheap, oversized empanadas. The setup requires some flexibility: it is an exceptionally compact dining room, though unlike many tiny local spots, it still provides limited indoor seating. Friendly service makes the tight quarters feel welcoming, though parking nearby can be a challenge.


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Limited seatingLimited parking$1.50 empanadas

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