Business Spotlight

For those hungry in Lake Forest and looking for a truly unique go-to lunch spot, look no further than Empanada Man. For starters, the full restaurant name is “Empanada Man Pizzeria” which, as the name suggests, exists as a perfect blending of cultures! Built from the ground up by Omar and Roxanna B. as a product of passion and love, Empanada Man Pizzeria offers a wide selection of delicious and unforgettable food that will send your tastebuds on a journey across the globe.

With extensive experience in both the restaurant and hospitality industries, Omar and Roxanna worked hard to go from dishwashers to the proud owners of their very own establishment. This experience allowed for the two of them to learn about what makes a restaurant successful as well as areas to improve. In fact, Omar and Roxanna are constantly innovating and finding new ways to keep Empanada Man Pizzeria fresh and memorable. They were even some of the first adopters of QR codes and virtual food delivery services (such as UberEats and ChowNow)!

As a testament to their willingness to learn, the owners of Empanada Man Pizzeria even attend the annual pizza expo in Las Vegas, to collaborate with their pizza-making peers. It is at this convention that Omar and Roxanna pick out the finest and highest-quality brands to work with and purchase from. All it takes is one bite to realize that Empanada Man Pizzeria prides itself upon superior ingredients and quality!

A quick glance at the menu will reveal to any curious customer that Omar and Roxanna curate the freshest ingredients to use in their cooking. With everything made to order and made by hand (even the lasagna!), any item on the menu is sure to leave a lasting impression. Even the salads are all created with the freshest vegetables; one will never see a plastic bag in the Empanada Man Pizzeria kitchen!

Looking closer at the menu will reveal five perfect pastas, pizzas, salads, sandwiches (including signature specialties such as milanesa, lomito, and choripan), and a wide variety of empanadas. These empanadas, the restaurant’s namesake, offer a mouth-watering take on the Argentinian classic but with a Mexican twist. After all, no Empanada Man Pizzeria empanada would be the same without a dash of homemade salsas. And, of course, these empanadas are always oven-baked and never fried to ensure that the unforgettable flavors do not come at the cost of one’s health.

Turning 22 years old this month, Empanada Man Pizzeria stands as a testament to Omar and Roxanna’s dedication and expertise. So, take a trip to Empanada Man Pizzeria, where the high-quality, unique flavors, and worldly options will leave you wanting more, but the great deals will have you coming back for more!