Your Passport to Flavor

At 9 Julio Empanada Kitchen, we serve Latin American comfort foods. We specialize in Savory and Sweet Empanadas along with Peruvian Roasted Chicken and Chimichurri Steak. Have lunch in Argentina then jet to Jamaica without ever packing a bag. Explore the varied cuisines of Central, South, and even North America. Let our menu be your passport.

Rooted in farmer's markets and street food, you can taste our heritage in every bite. We take pride in using farm-fresh, local California ingredients to make authentic recipes cooked in the Latin American tradition. Our chef-driven menu is a mix of familiar favorites and seasonal varieties that adventurous eaters will love.

Come to 9 Julio and discover the Bay Area's Best Empanadas!

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From the Bay Area to Buenos Aires, our quest to make the perfect empanada.

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