Handmade Argentine Empanadas | Classically Trained Culinary Excellence | Cafe • Catering • Wholesale

El Sur brings the authentic flavors of Argentina to the San Francisco Bay Area, elevated by the precision of French culinary technique. Founded in 2012 by chef Marianne Despres, we specialize in handcrafted, "slow-food" empanadas made with premium ingredients from local purveyors.

From our vintage 1970 Citroen H-van beginnings to our flagship cafe in Redwood City, El Sur has become a Bay Area staple.

Our Business Pillars:

B2B & Event Catering: We provide sophisticated, reliable catering solutions for corporate offices, private events, and large-scale gatherings across the Peninsula and San Francisco. Our empanadas offer a unique, handheld gourmet experience that is effortless to serve and universally loved.

Wholesale Partnerships: We partner with specialty markets and gourmet retailers to offer our "Ready to Bake" frozen empanadas. Our retail-ready products allow partners to stock an authentic, chef-driven artisan brand that meets high consumer demand.

Redwood City Café: Located at 2844 Middlefield Rd, our cafe is the heart of our operations, serving fresh empanadas and artisanal coffee to the local community.

Local Delivery: We offer "Ready to Bake" frozen empanadas for local Bay Area delivery—perfect for home dining, gifts, and remote team appreciation.

Experience the art of the empanada. For catering inquiries or wholesale partnership opportunities, please contact us at info@elsursf.com.

Website: www.elsursf.com
Location: Redwood City, CA

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