OUR STORY
Growing up in Argentina, preparing and eating empanadas were part of everyday life.
When the opportunity presented itself to join family and bring our passion for empanadas to Colorado, we jumped at the chance.
“Lazo” is an Argentinian term for a gathering of family or friends, and we hope that you’ll Lazo with us for the best savory and sweet empanadas in Colorado.
Lazo Empanadas was founded in 2014 by Francois and his wife Laura with a simple goal: share the flavors and traditions of Argentina. What began as a small wholesale operation grew into a beloved Colorado brand and the largest empanada business in the state with currently 7 locations and a growing distribution network.
After opening their first shop in Denver’s Ballpark neighborhood in 2017, they built Lazo as a true family business — combining authentic flavors with a simple mission: bring people together through great food.
MADE WITH LOVE IN COLORADO
We are thrilled to share our delicious empanadas with locals and visitors. Every growth journey comes with challenges, but the unwavering support of our community and fans from all over the country has helped us thrive and expand, becoming the best empanada company in Colorado.
Thanks for your tremendous love and support!
WHAT MAKES AN EMPANADA EXTRAORDINARY?
Empanadas are simply foods covered in bread. In Spanish, the word empanar means “cover in bread” and when Spanish Conquistadors were exploring South America for gold and treasure, they would bring light, portable food with them. Empanadas can be filled with sweet or savory flavors and any local grain can be used to make the shell. What makes Argentinian empanadas special is the unique dough that makes it extra light and flakey when they are baked, not fried.
Our empanada recipes tap into our Argentinian heritage and encompass the empanada’s worldwide influence. We use only the freshest, premium ingredients to fill our empanadas, and they are cooked to order. Paired with our homemade chimichurri sauce for dipping and a glass of Malbec wine, we are sure to satisfy a quick lunch or large gathering.
