Pikalo

Delicious empanadas and their Cuban is also very tasty. A nice option right next to Behan’s.

Excellent empanadas, I don’t usually eat fried food at all but it was cold and snowing today in Boston so I went for it. Really really good, I tried the spinach+cheese and the chicken+cheese, the chicken one was the best, they are also huge. Their alfajores (short bread cookies filled with dulce de leche) are also unbelievable. I think they are Peruvian alfajores. Sometimes I go just for the alfajores but now I know their empanadas are amazing. The design and décor inside is also very cool and appealing.

Me and my Dominican boyf went today and we loved it. The empanadas were delicious, the place was clean and quaint, and the service was fast and friendly. I definitely recommend this place!

This place was really good. I love that Boston has good Dominican food! Empanadas were both very good — tried the ropa vieja and the chicken and cheese. Also had the hamburger with fries– I liked their take on it — very tasty with a lot of sauce/​toppings.
Just a little hole in the wall with room for a few seats– but a destination place if you like empanadas.

Had a craving for empanadas, so I decided to stop by. Ordered an empanada with corn, chicken and cheese as well as a roasted pork patacon (sandwich with crispy plantain slices instead of bread). The empanada hit the spot, was soft and filling. This was my first time ordering a patacon, so I was excited. It was tasty. It had a nice balance of ingredients. I just wish the pork had more depth in flavor.
Both came up to $ 12, which was enough because I was full after devouring both!
Service was friendly and efficient.
I will definitely be back!

Affordable and delicious. Great variety of empanadas, sandwiches, and desserts! I love that this spot is in my neighborhood.

Somewhere high in heaven, God looked down and saw man suffering the aftereffects of tequila mixed with hot sauce, and beer and took mercy on him and created Pikalo. Dominican takes on familiar sandwiches, the food has plenty of grease, salt, and fat to soak up the essence of Jack, Jim, and Johnny. But it’s more than the heart clogging goodness, it’s also the flavor that makes the food great. Spicy and savory, everything on the menu is a little bit different and worth trying. My personal favorite is the Pastrami Diablo, but I also love the empanadas. Perfectly fried and crispy, they won’t let you down.

Went to Pikalo today for the 1^st time @the request of a friend, I must say that I was pleasantly surprised, although I did not know what to expect, the place was very clean and the service was good, the empanadas were GREAT! I had the Shrimp & Cheese and the Lobster, both were very good. Just give yourself 10 – 12 minutes for them to make them. Thumbs up!

I stopped in for a Sunday lunch with my 13 year old daughter. We had the Beef and Cheese empanada, and Cuban pork sandwich. Both were delicious! The décor is bright and simple. The Spanish music was awesome! This is a go-​to place in JP.

Such a shame. Amazing and I mean AMAZING sandwiches and empanadas. The Cubano is my favorite by far. So what’s the problem? I walked in and I was the only person there. Placed my order. It’s been 30 minutes… I am still waiting. No apology either.

I’ve only tried the empanadas here in terms of food but they are so good and worth coming all the way to JP from downtown (okay, it’s not that far but I don’t venture very far outside Boston) They make about 50 of every flavor daily and then fry them to order. The batter is crunchy and I loved eating it with the orange-​y sauce at the table. I’ve tried maybe half a dozen varieties and I must say that the seafood filled ones are better than the meat ones, but if you do get one with non-​seafood, choose ones with cheese. Also, more ingredients does not necessarily mean better. I tried the Big Papi empanada and while it was still good, it was probably my least favorite. I’m torn between the conch and the lobster as my favorite. My dining companion also liked the bacalao (codfish). Two will probably be enough for a regular appetite.
Try the smoothies. They are good.

When I don’t feel like cooking, I stop here and grab some chicken and cheese empanadas.
This time around, I got a Cuban sandwich and a papaya smoothie. The papaya smoothie was flavored. The Cuban sandwich was just so amazing! It was so fulfilling that I couldn’t finish the other half.
If you’re in JP, you should definitely stop by here and check this place out!

I haven’t written a review on Unilocal in a really long time, however, I feel like this place deserves the praise.
Disclaimer: I am a total Gringa.
The empanadas were delicious; I split with my roommate a beef, mixed veggie, and chicken & cheese. Delightfully stuffed we left!
The five stars are because of the amazingly kind & helpful staff. So helpful, so warm, but in the best down to earth way — even the neighborhood people who are already regulars!
So happy this place is in the neighborhood!

Pikalo makes the days!
provides the super customer oriented service and proposes a lot of options for breakfast, dinner and whatever you want.
really must-​visit place!

I’ve been to Pikalo 3 times. Two of them have been for take out. This restaurants has now became one of my favorites grab and go. The sandwiches are delicious and the smoothies/​juices taste like my grandmothers. My ultimate favorite juice is oatmeal with orange juice. This juice might sound weird but it’s a traditional drink in Dominican Republic and awesome for breakfast (only try if you like oatmeal).
The restaurant is clean and cozy with a great atmosphere. I have had a great experience with the staff and presentation of the food. Best grab and go food presentation in Jamaica Plain!
Pikalo open its doors less than 5 months ago and I can say it’s here to stay.
***Must try if you are in town

Awesome Fries. The best burguer around (Pikalo Burguer). And you absolutly have to try the Tostones sandwich :)
Its a must try… enjoy

Great menu just visit for the first time a few weeks ago and I had been a regular ever since. I ordered a natural juice and a few empanadas (veggie pizza empanadas, a spinach cheese and shrimp empanadas) the best of all was that the price was fair for the amount of goods I received. Did I mention that everything is made from scratch same-​day right when you order!!! Wow
They have a good amount of vegetarian items you could choose from. Highly recommend it!!!

I had a papaya smoothie. Chicken empanada and the flan… all I can say is yum! Yum! And yummmm! The ppl were friendly and quick for the amount of ppl waiting. since everything is made to order and fresh be prepared to wait a little… but absolutely worth it!

Another great addition to JP! This food is made to order, no food that has been sitting under dreaded heat lamps. the Prices?! What a deal. I ordered a chicken empanada and yes, it took some time to get it but when I did all was well. Served hot and absolutely delicious. This business also provided efficient and friendly customer service. I will definitely go back.

Awesome new empanada place in JP! They have quite a few vegetarian options, and of course, lots of meat and chicken versions! They were freshly made and the dough is excellent — very crispy and hot. We shared three empanadas between the two of us and it was more than enough food.
They also have incredible dulce de leche cookies and flan. I haven’t tried their fresh juices or sandwiches yet, but I’ll definitely be back.
They also have breakfast options which we haven’t tried yet.
They have a few small tables if you want to eat there, or they’ll pack your stuff to go.
The staff is SUPER friendly and they’ll explain any of their menu items if you have questions. We arrived right as they were closing and they still cooked us up a hot dinner. A welcome addition to our neighborhood!