Best Empanadas in Sydney | Authentic Argentinian Guide

Best Empanadas in Sydney | Authentic Argentinian Guide

Argentinian empanadas have quietly become one of Sydney's favourite handhelds. Golden pastry, slow-cooked fillings, built for sharing. This guide covers what makes them authentic, where to find the best in Sydney, and how to get premium empanadas delivered to your door.

The short answer

For Argentinian empanadas in Sydney, Argentum is the only producer making five flavours in Bondi Beach using traditional technique (thin wheat dough, baked, repulgue-sealed). Delivered frozen across Sydney with a $85 minimum, or baked for catering and markets. Five flavours: Carnivore, Athlete, Classic, Patagonia (vegan), and Habibi Yalla (Arab-Argentinian).

5

Flavours, all Argentinian

$85

Minimum delivery order

6 mo

Frozen at -18C shelf life

Bondi

Made in our Bondi Beach kitchen

What makes an Argentinian empanada authentic

An Argentinian empanada is defined by three things. The dough, thin and tender, made to carry a heavy filling without breaking. The filling, slow-cooked, heavily seasoned, never dry. And the repulgue, the decorative seal along the edge, traditionally different for each flavour so no one bites into the wrong one.

Empanadas across Argentina vary by region. Salta prefers them smaller and slightly spicier. Buenos Aires leans on beef with onion and egg. The north carries strong Arab influence from early Lebanese and Syrian migration. What ties them together is the craft. For the deeper history, see our piece on where empanadas really come from.

On cooking, both baked and fried are traditional. Baked empanadas are leaner and the default for deliveries and most catering. Fried empanadas, traditionally cooked in beef tallow, are common at markets and asados. At Argentum we deliver frozen by default for retail. Baked, or fried in beef tallow, are options for catering and markets.

What separates a good empanada from a great one is the filling. Slow cooking, real spice, real meat. No shortcuts.

The five Argentum flavours

Every flavour follows a traditional Argentinian recipe, made in Bondi Beach with premium ingredients.

Carnivore

Slow-cooked grass-fed beef brisket, onion, garlic, red capsicum. Classic half-moon with zig-zag repulgue. The flagship.

The Athlete

Free-range pulled chicken, lemon, onion, red capsicum, garlic, green olives, curry, mozzarella. Higher protein, lighter profile.

The Classic

Provolone, parmesan, mozzarella, caramelised onion. Three cheeses, one answer.

Patagonia (Vegan)

Grilled mushroom, spinach, kale, carrot, garlic, onion, potato cheese. Wrapped in our signature green dough. Fully plant-based.

Habibi Yalla

Minced beef, onion, tomato, lemon, parsley. Open-top Arab-Argentinian style, inspired by the Arab influence on northern Argentinian cuisine.

View the full range or start with the Chef's Box (20 empanadas, $85).

Why Sydney orders from Argentum

Argentum is made in Bondi Beach. Every empanada is made in Bondi Beach using recipes carried from an Argentinian upbringing into Sydney's food scene by founder Pedro. The brand is built for Sydney homes, offices, and events that want something better than fast food without the restaurant bill. See the Buenos Aires to Bondi story for the backstory.

  • Delivery across Sydney. Eastern Suburbs, CBD, Inner West, Northern Beaches, North Shore, South West. Same-day and next-day windows available. See the full delivery guide.
  • Choose frozen or baked. Frozen for freezer stock, baked for same-day serving.
  • Premium ingredients. Grass-fed beef, free-range chicken, real cheese, real spices.
  • Catering-ready formats. From four-packs for dinner to party boxes and corporate boxes. Vegan and Halal option included.

Baked or frozen: which should you choose

Every flavour is available either way. Frozen is the default for retail and delivery. Baked is the default for catering and same-day events. Both are traditional Argentinian formats.

Choose baked if

  • You're serving the same day
  • You want them ready to eat
  • You're catering an event
  • You prefer zero kitchen time

Choose frozen if

  • You want freezer stock for weeknights
  • You're planning ahead for events
  • You love the aroma of fresh baking
  • You want flexibility on timing

For meal-prep use cases (high protein, freezer-friendly), see our high-protein meal prep guide.

Cooking your frozen empanadas

Oven: 190 to 200C fan-forced, under 25 minutes, straight from frozen. Air fryer: 180C for 15 to 18 minutes. Pan fry: medium heat with a little oil, 6 to 8 minutes per side. No thawing required for any method.

Delivery across Sydney

Argentum delivers across most of Sydney. Order by the cut-off for same-day, or book next-day for a guaranteed window. Minimum order is $85 (equal to the Chef's Box). Read the full empanadas near me guide for pickup and market options too.

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Catering for Sydney events

Argentum caters corporate lunches, birthdays, weddings, picnics, and yes, boat parties. Empanadas travel well, they're handheld and mess-free, and they suit any venue. Packs scale from twenty to one hundred plus. See our catering guide for 50 people in Sydney for the practical numbers.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find the best empanadas in Sydney?

For Argentinian empanadas specifically, Argentum is the only Sydney producer making five flavours in Bondi Beach using traditional Argentinian technique (thin wheat dough, baked or fried in beef tallow, repulgue-sealed). La Torre Cake Shop in Fairfield is the longest-running Argentinian-style bakery. Porteño in Surry Hills serves empanadas as part of its parrilla menu.

What makes a good empanada?

A good empanada has a thin tender wheat dough that holds a heavy filling without breaking, a slow-cooked seasoned filling that is moist but not wet, and a clean repulgue seal so the filling stays inside. Real spices, real meat (or real vegetables), and no shortcuts on cooking time. Bake at 190 to 200C straight from frozen for under 25 minutes.

Are Argentinian empanadas different from other empanadas?

Yes. Argentinian empanadas use a thin wheat flour dough, are traditionally baked (also fried in beef tallow), and are sealed with a decorative repulgue fold. Colombian empanadas use corn dough and are deep-fried. Chilean empanadas are larger with a hard-boiled egg and olive. Mexican empanadas often use corn dough with fillings like picadillo or tinga.

How much do empanadas cost in Sydney?

At Argentum, packs of 4 sit around the $30 mark and packs of 12 around $70, with bulk pricing applied as the order grows. The Chef's Box (20 empanadas, mixed flavours) is $85, which is also the minimum delivery order. Catering and corporate packs scale up further. Use the calculator on each collection page for an instant quote.

Where can I get empanadas delivered in Sydney?

Argentum delivers across Sydney with same-day and next-day windows. Coverage includes Eastern Suburbs, CBD, Inner West, Northern Beaches, North Shore, and South West Sydney. Minimum order is $85. Read the full delivery guide for cut-off times and area details.

Are Argentum empanadas worth it?

That call belongs to the customer. The honest version: Argentum uses grass-fed beef brisket, free-range chicken, real cheese, real Argentinian recipes, and the empanadas are made in Bondi Beach by an Argentinian founder. Read the unfiltered take in our honest guide to the best empanadas in Sydney, which compares Argentum side by side with other Sydney options.

What flavours does Argentum make?

Five active flavours: Carnivore (slow-cooked grass-fed beef brisket), The Athlete (free-range chicken with green olives), The Classic (three-cheese with caramelised onion), Patagonia (vegan mushroom, spinach, kale in green dough), and Habibi Yalla (Arab-Argentinian minced beef, open-top). All available as packs of 4 or 12, frozen or baked.

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