Criollas Baked Empanadas is a Latin American spot at Columbus Circle Underground Market, known in reviews for baked Argentine empanadas described as fresh, filled, and “made with love.” It has a 4.8 Google rating from 622 reviews.
Blackbird shows 5,332 all-time on-chain check-ins, with Friday and Wednesday as the busiest check-in days. Reviews mention beef and corn empanadas, and one reviewer reported that two boxes ordered online for a party were delivered on time and in perfect condition.
Seating may be limited: one reviewer notes two small tables for a few people to sit. Another review mentions that different empanada flavors were easy to identify by the folds in the dough and their key.