Restaurant in Washington DC, United States
Julia's Empanadas
100Pearl PointsLate-night stop

About Julia's Empanadas
Julia's Empanadas is a practical Adams Morgan pick when flexibility matters more than a full-service meal. Use it for solo dining, late-night food, or a casual stop between plans; choose Reveler's Hour or Rye Bunny instead when the night needs a more composed sit-down restaurant.
3 AM Friday and Saturday hours are the main verified planning point for Julia's Empanadas in Washington, D.C. With casual dress and hours that run from 11 AM to 8 PM most days, it is easiest to treat the venue as a flexible option rather than building the whole evening around unverified details.
The smart strategy is to plan around the confirmed basics: Julia's Empanadas is in Washington, D.C. the dress code is casual, the longest hours are on Friday and Saturday, when it is listed from 11 AM to 3 AM. Beyond that, this guide does not have verified details on menu format, seating, reservations, pricing, or service style.
Use it when flexibility matters more than a fully detailed plan
This is not a page to over-read. The verified information supports simple planning: casual dress, daily hours, notably late Friday and Saturday service. If your decision depends on specifics such as seating, ordering format, dietary accommodations, or current menu details, confirm those directly with the venue before you go.
For planning, compare it against the DINER, Reveler's Hour, Rye Bunny, Meze, No Goodbyes. For broader planning, scan Our full Washington, D.C. restaurants guide, plus the city guides for hotels, bars, wineries, experiences.
Build the visit around confirmed basics, not assumptions
Use Julia's Empanadas as a Washington, D.C. option when its hours and casual dress code fit the plan. This guide does not have verified information on a specific neighborhood, address, founding story, chef, prices, awards, drinks program, seat count, takeout, delivery, or dietary accommodations, so those details should not be assumed from this guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Julia's Empanadas accommodate groups?
This guide does not have verified group-accommodation details for Julia's Empanadas. The verified planning notes are that it is in Washington, D.C. has a casual dress code, is open until 3 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Can I eat at the bar at Julia's Empanadas?
This guide does not have verified information about bar seating at Julia's Empanadas. Check directly with the venue for current seating details before you go.
Is Julia's Empanadas good for solo dining?
This guide does not have verified solo-dining details for Julia's Empanadas. The casual dress code and posted hours may help with planning, but seating and service details should be confirmed with the venue.
How far ahead should I book Julia's Empanadas?
This guide does not have verified reservation or booking-window information for Julia's Empanadas. If timing matters, confirm current booking or walk-in details directly with the venue.
What should a first-timer know about Julia's Empanadas?
Julia's Empanadas is in Washington, D.C. and has a casual dress code. The verified hours are 11 AM to 8 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 11 AM to 3 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Does Julia's Empanadas handle dietary restrictions?
This guide does not have verified dietary-restriction information for Julia's Empanadas. Ask the venue directly for current ingredient and preparation details.
Location
2452 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Washington DC, United States
Compare Julia's Empanadas
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julia's Empanadas | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| the DINER | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| Reveler's Hour | Washington, D.C. | Contemporary | $$$ |
| Rye Bunny | Washington, D.C. | Produce-heavy, seasonal Mid-Atlantic | , |
| Meze | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
| No Goodbyes | Washington, D.C. | , | , |
How Julia's Empanadas Washington, D.C. compares with similar nearby venues.
Where to go if this does not fit the plan
Choose Reveler's Hour if the night calls for a higher-touch contemporary dinner and the budget allows for a $$$ meal. Choose Rye Bunny if seasonal Mid-Atlantic cooking is the point of the outing rather than convenience.
How it compares in Adams Morgan and nearby D.C.
Julia's Empanadas is the easier, more casual choice than Reveler's Hour, which sits in a higher $$$ tier and makes more sense for a planned contemporary dinner. Pick Julia's when the group wants speed and flexibility; pick Reveler's Hour when the meal itself is the main event.
Rye Bunny is the better cross-shop for diners who want a produce-heavy, seasonal Mid-Atlantic angle. Julia's is more useful for a quick Adams Morgan stop, while Rye Bunny is the stronger choice when the table wants a more intentional kitchen point of view.
Against the DINER, Meze, No Goodbyes, the decision comes down to format. Julia's is the low-commitment option; the others make more sense when seating, conversation, a fuller meal matter more than getting something quick in hand.
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