Restaurant
Modern Empanadas
Shop 231/470 Whitfords Ave, Hillarys WA 6025, Australia
Find Modern Empanadas
Shop 231/470 Whitfords Ave, Hillarys WA 6025, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout Modern Empanadas
Tucked into Hillarys, this takeaway counter fries every pastry fresh to order with crisp crusts and hefty fillings. Forget food-court warmers—owners shape each pocket on the spot, stuffing them with kebab and tangy salsa, rich beef bolognese, or chorizo with melty cheese. Save room for the sweet side, especially the Granny Smith apples folded with warm custard.
- Fried Fresh to Order: Every pocket is fried to order right in front of you rather than sitting under heat lamps.
- Eclectic Savoury & Sweet Fillings: Fillings range from savoury kebab and salsa or beef bolognese to Granny Smith apples with custard.
What's On at Modern Empanadas
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Why Dine at Modern Empanadas
Discover why locals love dropping by Modern Empanadas for made-to-order savoury snacks and sweet treats.
Handmade and Cooked Fresh to Order
Empanadas are cooked fresh to order rather than served from heated display cabinets, giving the pastry a crisp, light finish with piping-hot generous fillings.
Empanadas made fresh to order, the pastry is fried but so light and delicious. Generous filling. Friendly customer service and amazing value.
Patricia SG Affordable, High-Value Everyday Lunch
Generously portioned, freshly cooked empanadas provide an affordable lunch option right inside the shopping centre.
I head to Whitfords shops frequently & always grab a delicious empanda for lunch. The service is lovely, food is amazing & cost is very affordable.
Melissa Temov Indulgent Dessert Empanadas
Beyond classic savoury flavours, the menu features sweet dessert empanadas like Granny Smith apples and custard or banana Nutella.
The dessert ones were awesome too( we ordered the Granny Smith apples and custard , and Nutella and banana) - made to perfection.
Lavinia Rajah Inventive Savoury Fusion Fillings
Customers can explore distinctive fusion options like kebab and salsa or tuna melt alongside traditional baked treats.
The filling was packed with flavor, with the juicy kebab and tangy salsa creating the perfect combination.
Zeynab Isary Warm, Personal Family Hospitality
The friendly proprietors welcome guests with genuine hospitality, taking the time to share their recipes and connect with the community.
the people running this shop are so lovely and welcoming, it's such a refreshing change to pretty much any other business these days.
Louise Carmona Crafted in View by Passionate Makers
Direct counter interaction and watching empanadas assembled and cooked by hand in plain view fosters a transparent connection.
Love this food such a nice conversation me and all my friends enjoyed it. Watching it made by hand in front of you adds to the freshness and the experience.
Blake Young
Most popular items
Freshly cooked empanadas packed with generous, handcrafted fillings
Kebab and Salsa Empanada
My favourite so far is the kebab and salsa.
Patricia SG Chorizo and Potato Empanada
Delicious chorizo potato empanada! Fresh and super tasty with generous gooey cheese filling and crispy outside pastry.
Aurelia Chicken and Mushroom Empanada
Tried the chicken mushroom and it was fantastic. With crispy pastry and delicious fillings.
Ivan Tj Spinach and Feta Empanada
My mum and I enjoyed the spinach and feta.
Chantelle Bjorke
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful touches and personal hospitality that set Modern Empanadas apart
Detailed Ingredient Walkthroughs by the Chef
The chef takes the time to personally explain the ingredients inside every option on the menu, sharing the care and recipes behind each creation.
Custom Spice Level Adjustments
Empanadas are cooked fresh to order, allowing the kitchen to accommodate custom dietary preferences like zero-spice fillings.
Hand-Assembled in Full View
Guests can watch their empanadas hand-assembled and prepared directly in front of them before cooking.
Personalized Recognition for Regulars
Owner Sania personally recognizes and remembers returning guests on subsequent visits, creating a genuine community connection.
Before you head over
Helpful ordering guidance for your visit to Modern Empanadas
Expect a Short Cook Time
Empanadas are cooked fresh to order rather than pulled from a heated display case, so factor in a short preparation wait while they fry or bake.
Ask for Spice Adjustments
Because items are prepared on the spot by hand, staff can easily accommodate spice preferences or custom zero-spice requests upon ordering.
Leave Room for Dessert
Save room or plan an extra order beyond savoury choices to sample their scratch-made dessert empanadas, cakes, and sweet pastries.
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