What is Mike Nice Empanadas?

Mike Nice Empanadas is a family-owned food truck based in Raleigh, NC, serving the thickest handcrafted Puerto Rican fusion empanadas in the Triangle area (Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Knightdale, and Clayton). They offer classic fillings like Boricua, Pollo Loco, and El Queso, plus premium options like Birria, Philly Cheesesteak, Philly Cheese Steak Eggroll, and Vegan Chorizo.

Where can I find Mike Nice Empanadas food truck?

Mike Nice Empanadas operates as a mobile food truck across the Triangle, NC — including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Knightdale, and Clayton. Their weekly schedule is posted on Instagram @mikeniceempanadas and on StreetFoodFinder. They rotate between breweries, business parks, and community events throughout the week.

Does Mike Nice Empanadas offer catering?

Yes! Mike Nice Empanadas offers full catering services for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and festivals. The site shows package options for Classic, Premium, and Fiesta Feast catering. Booking requires 2–3 days advance notice. Call (984) 272-2728 to book.

What types of empanadas does Mike Nice Empanadas serve?

Mike Nice Empanadas offers Classic fillings including Boricua beef, Pollo Loco chicken, El Queso cheese, Buffalo Chicken, and Jerk Chicken; Premium fillings including Philly Cheesesteak, Birria, Philly Cheese Steak Eggroll, Smoked Mac & Cheese, and Vegan Chorizo; and Dessert empanadas including All American Apple Pie, Peach Cobbler, Blueberry Cheesecake Churro, and Strawberry Cheesecake Churro. They also serve sides like fries and maduros.

How do I order catering from Mike Nice Empanadas?

To order catering from Mike Nice Empanadas, call (984) 272-2728 or reach out via Instagram @mikeniceempanadas. Booking and payment are required 2–3 days in advance. You can choose from pre-built catering packages or customize your order with specific empanada fillings, sides, and dipping sauces.

Does Mike Nice Empanadas have vegan options?

Yes, Mike Nice Empanadas offers a Vegan Chorizo empanada made with spiced plant-based chorizo combined with sautéed onion, peppers, and potatoes wrapped in a golden, flaky crust. It's available as a premium filling for catering orders.

What is the best empanada at Mike Nice Empanadas?

Customer favorites include the Philly Cheesesteak empanada, Birria, Boricua, and Pollo Loco. Mike Nice Empanadas is rated 4.8 stars across review platforms.

How do I get current catering pricing from Mike Nice Empanadas?

For current catering pricing, call Mike Nice Empanadas at (984) 272-2728 or send an inquiry through the booking form. Package options can be customized by event size, fillings, sides, and sauces.

Mike Nice

The Thickest
Empanadas
in the Triangle

Handcrafted Puerto Rican fusion empanadas rolling through Raleigh, Knightdale, Durham, Cary & the Triangle.

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WHAT'S IN YOUR POCKET? ★ HANDCRAFTED DAILY ★ BEST IN THE TRIANGLE ★ CATERING AVAILABLE ★ FIRST THICKEST EMPANADAS ★ ROLLING THROUGH RALEIGH ★ BOOK YOUR EVENT ★

Our Story

More Than Just a
Food Truck

Mike Nice Empanadas was born from a deep love of handcrafted food and multicultural flavors. Based in Raleigh, NC — rolling through Knightdale, Durham, Cary, Clayton, and the entire Triangle.

Rooted in Puerto Rican tradition, our empanadas fuse the best of Hispanic, American, and Soul Food flavors into every golden, flaky pocket. Each one is handcrafted thick and bold — made to be remembered.

"Nice" isn't just our name — it's our standard. From walk-up service at local events to full catering spreads for weddings and corporate luncheons, we bring the heat wherever we go.

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Mike Nice

Raleigh, NC

Handcrafted

Made fresh daily

Bold Flavors

Fusion at its finest

Mobile Truck

Across the Triangle

Full Catering

Events & festivals

What's in Your Pocket

Food truck favorites

You Hungry Yet?

Three heavy hitters from the truck: thick, golden empanadas with the same bold fillings people come back for.

Boricua

Classic

Seasoned ground beef with onions, peppers & melted cheese in a thick, golden crust.

Pollo Loco

Classic

Seasoned chicken with Hispanic spices, sauteed onions, and melted cheese.

Philly Cheesesteak

Premium

Ribeye, provolone & American cheese, peppers, onions, and spices.

Three favorites. Way more at the truck.

Start with these fan favorites, then explore a deeper truck lineup of classics, premium builds, sides, and dessert empanadas made for every kind of craving.

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Catering

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Weddings, office luncheons, festivals, private events — we bring the heat. Booking required 2–3 days in advance.

100+ Events Catered

5K+ Guests Served

4.8★ Avg Rating

Classic Package

✓ 2 Dozen Classic Empanadas
✓ 2 Sides of Your Choice
✓ 2 Dipping Sauces

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Sides

► Cilantro Lime Rice

► Spanish Yellow Rice & Beans

► White Rice & Spanish Beans in Red Sauce

► Fresh Avocado Salsa

► Corn & Black Bean Salad

► Sweet Plantains

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Raleigh · Durham · Cary · Knightdale · Clayton · and the entire Triangle, NC

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What People Are Saying

★★★★★ 4.8 across platforms

★★★★★

"Amazing flavors — these are honestly the best empanadas I've ever had. The Boricua one is absolutely incredible. Fast and friendly service too!"

James R.

Yelp Review

★★★★★

"Handcrafted with love — you can taste it in every bite. The Philly Cheesesteak empanada is a game changer. Best in the Triangle, no contest!"

Maria L.

Google Review

★★★★★

"We hired Mike Nice for our office event and they absolutely CRUSHED it. The Fiesta Feast package fed 30+ people perfectly. 10/10 would book again!"

Devon K.

Yelp Review

★★★★★

"Mike Nice catered our wedding reception and it was the highlight of the night. Guests were lining up for seconds. The Philly Cheesesteak and Pollo Loco empanadas disappeared first!"

Amanda & Chris T.

Wedding Catering

★★★★★

"Ordered the Fiesta Feast for my daughter's quinceañera. Every single person asked where the food came from. Mike Nice made us look like heroes!"

Sofia M.

Private Party Catering

★★★★★

"Booked Mike Nice for our company's quarterly lunch and the team is STILL talking about it. Easy to order, showed up on time, and the food was incredible. Already scheduled the next one."

Rachel B.

Corporate Catering

★★★★★

"Amazing flavors — these are honestly the best empanadas I've ever had. The Boricua one is absolutely incredible. Fast and friendly service too!"

James R.

Yelp Review

★★★★★

"Handcrafted with love — you can taste it in every bite. The Philly Cheesesteak empanada is a game changer. Best in the Triangle, no contest!"

Maria L.

Google Review

★★★★★

"We hired Mike Nice for our office event and they absolutely CRUSHED it. The Fiesta Feast package fed 30+ people perfectly. 10/10 would book again!"

Devon K.

Yelp Review

★★★★★

"Mike Nice catered our wedding reception and it was the highlight of the night. Guests were lining up for seconds. The Philly Cheesesteak and Pollo Loco empanadas disappeared first!"

Amanda & Chris T.

Wedding Catering

★★★★★

"Ordered the Fiesta Feast for my daughter's quinceañera. Every single person asked where the food came from. Mike Nice made us look like heroes!"

Sofia M.

Private Party Catering

★★★★★

"Booked Mike Nice for our company's quarterly lunch and the team is STILL talking about it. Easy to order, showed up on time, and the food was incredible. Already scheduled the next one."

Rachel B.

Corporate Catering

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The Thickest Empanadas in the Triangle

More Than Just aFood Truck

You Hungry Yet?

Boricua

Pollo Loco

Philly Cheesesteak

Want Mike's at Home?

Feed Your Crowd

Sides

The Internet Can't Stop Talking

Find Us Everywhere

Where Are WeThis Week?

Taste the Difference

What People Are Saying

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The Thickest
Empanadas
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More Than Just a
Food Truck

Where Are We
This Week?