At the Larchmere location of Hola Tacos, empanadas appear on the appetizer section as a smaller-format fried pastry filled with Latin-inspired ingredients.[5] Unlike the more traditional bakeries, this version is integrated into a taco-focused menu, so the fillings and toppings often echo the flavors of their tacos and salsas.[5] The shell is crisp with a bit of chew, and ordering them before a round of tacos gives you a contrast between the handheld fried pastries and the softer tortillas.