Furat Empanadas Árabes

Furat Empanadas Árabes – Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires

Overview

Furat Empanadas Árabes (also known as Al Furat) is a small, critically acclaimed eatery in Palermo Soho specializing in “fatay” — Arabic empanadas. Founded by Alicia Zayoud, who left a long career in pizzerias to focus on these savory turnovers, the place has become beloved for its simple, high-quality fillings and a devoted local following.

Why Go

• It’s a go-to spot if you want authentic Arabic style empanadas in Buenos Aires with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.
• The fatay here are kept to just a few classic fillings — meat, cheese, and vegetable — so each one is carefully perfected.
• The combination of richly flavored fillings and a buttery, well-made dough has made it a standout in Palermo’s food scene.

Menu & Format

• Fillings: Meat (beef), cheese, and vegetables — especially the vegetable fatay, which includes spinach, ricotta, onion, cream, nutmeg, and pepper.
• Service style: Counter service from a small window (“ventanita”) — take-away or casual food stop, not a formal restaurant.
• Hours: Open for lunch weekdays (noon-4 pm) and extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays (to midnight); closed on Sundays.

What to Order

Grab a meat fatay to start — juicy, savory, satisfying. If you like greens and creamy textures, the vegetable fatay is excellent. Cheese fatay is great for something richer. You might want multiples so you can try more than one filling.

Atmosphere & Vibe

The spot is tiny and simple, with a strong local feel. There’s a small window to order and often a line, especially at night. The focus here is on flavor and quality rather than ambiance. It’s casual, quick, and very much beloved by those in the neighborhood.

Price Range

Prices are modest. Expect individual fatay for one person in the lower-middle price range for Buenos Aires casual food. Overall for a filling and a few fatay, budget ≈ ARS 4,000-6,000 per person (depending on quantity and fillings).

Good to Know

• Location: Uriarte 1266, Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires.
• Contact: WhatsApp +54 11 7114-2819.
• Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 12:00-16:00; Fri & Sat 12:00-midnight; closed on Sunday.
• Popular for take-out: Bring cash just in case; lines can form in evenings.

Best For

• Anyone craving flavorful Arabic pastries / fatay in Buenos Aires.
• Casual food lovers looking for a quick, satisfying snack or light meal.
• Vegetarians wanting some well-made veggie Arabic empanadas.

Writer’s Tip

Go on a Friday or Saturday evening if you want extended hours and more fillings available. Try a few different fatay to compare — the texture of the dough is one of the things people rave about. Also, arrive before closing to avoid missing out since they sometimes run out.