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Arepera

Casual Venezuelan fare for vegans, meat eaters & gluten-free diners in a brightly painted space.
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$ & $$
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Arepera Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reservations (2026)
VenezuelanLatin AmericanVegetarianExoticGluten-free OptionsBrunch

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Reviews for Arepera

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on Google4.6 (3500+)
*as of 2026-05-15
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Review Summary

Arepera is praised for a fully gluten free menu and generous portions, with many reviews highlighting flavorful arepas, empanadas, and plantain sides that are satisfying for vegans, vegetarians, and those with dietary restrictions. The sauces, especially the green and red varieties, are repeatedly singled out as delicious complements, and the atmosphere is described as warm, welcoming, and lively. Several diners note reliable, efficient service and helpful staff who accommodate allergies and gluten free needs, though a few visits mention wait times during peak hours or minor service hiccups that were promptly resolved. Overall, it comes across as a reliable, affordable option for bold Venezuelan flavors and safe choices for celiac and dairy free diners.
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The food was delicious & filling. I enjoyed trying plantains, something I haven't had before. There service was good but I was a little disappointed or cocktail came to our table when we were almost finished our meal. I would definitely eat here again!

May 14, 2026
on Google

Tried their vegan, gluten free empanadas (black beans & plantains). Absolutely delicious!!!!! & the sauces were sooooo good. Highly recommend.

Apr 28, 2026
on Google

Really enjoyed this spot as a gluten free visitor to MTL - plantain (amazing), casava sticks & pork belly sandwich, complimented with a shot of mezcal… can't ask for too much more than that

Apr 21, 2026
on Google
5.0

We love these arepas, with a huge variety between meat, fish & vegan (the black beans, plantain & avocado is my favorite!). Naturally gluten-free (made with corn), this is a perfect meal out if you cannot eat gluten. Enjoy!

Apr 11, 2026
on Google

Delicious gluten-free arepas! The flavors & textures are spot on. My favorite is the black bean, plantain, & avocado; teenager likes all the chicken ones. The green sauce is so good & the red one adds a nice fiery kick. Be sure to try the coconut flan!

Thankful to find a place that offers both gluten free & dairy free options, & that is delicious!

Mar 19, 2026
on Google

I had such a great evening at Arepera! Everything we had was absolutely delicious. We shared the plantains with feta as a starter, & I had an arepa (queso aguacate) for my meal - it was amazing. The flavors were incredible & everything tasted very fresh.

A huge bonus: the entire menu is gluten-free, which makes the experience so enjoyable when you have to eat gluten-free. Being able to order anything on the menu without worrying is really appreciated.

Warm atmosphere & very friendly service. A wonderful discovery in Montreal - I'll definitely be back!

Mar 15, 2026
on Google

Food is awesome, service is fast, & prices are amazing. I always get an arepa when I come. I love that everything is gluten-free (as a gluten intolerant person) & that theyvhave options for omnivores, veggies & vegans. Therevare 4 vegan arepas. The plantains & yuka fries are also vegan. They have 1 vegan empenada & 1 vegan dessert (flan). Everything tastes good. It's not high end refined food, it's street food done right. Super filling & good value.
They have a kid's menu...yay! My daughter (3 yo) ate the whole lot, she loved it.
Atmosphere is alright, place is big & can accommodate many groups.
Staff is friendly, but to the point.
I would 100% recommend!

Mar 15, 2026
on Google
4.0

Plantanos con queso were excellent. Great pairing of the salty cheese with the sweet plantains. The empanadas were also delicious. We chose the pork & it was very nicely flavored. The arepas were delicious, very good portion. Margaritas were also quite tasty. We would definitely visit again. So nice to have a totally gluten free restaurant.

Nov 8, 2025
on Google

Nous avons commandé trio d'enpanadas, entrées de banane plantain & assiette de poulet à l'avocat est tout était excellent.
Leur sauce est délicieuse 😋

Aug 30, 2025
on Google

Our food came in hot & fast! Absolutely delicious empanadas. We loved the plated meals as well. We tried their passionfruit & mango drinks & desserts, particularly the plantain cheesecake.

Jul 24, 2025
on Google

Great place for gluten free arepas - corn based break filled with a variety of products like plantain, guacamole, cheese etc great service & cosy place

Apr 13, 2025
on Google

This charming restaurant has been a Plateau mainstay since 2011, specializing in arepas, empanadas, & all things Venezuelan. 🇻🇪

The brunch is a delightful addition! The dishes were not only gluten-free but also bursting with authentic flavors.

We started with an order of empanadas; each one was perfectly crafted & filled with delicious ingredients, offering a satisfying crunch with every bite.
We followed that with the Plato Criollo, a giant plate of Perico eggs, fresh avocado, fried plantains, stewed beans, arepas, Andean cheese, & chicharrón (pork belly). All of this was not only delicious but extremely filling. We couldn't finish half of it 😅-the portion was very generous.

A big thank you to the team for their warm hospitality during brunch; it was evident that they take pride in their food & service. ☀?

Mar 11, 2025
on Google

C'est très bon & pas très cher, bonne musique & ambiance de fond, les bananes plantain sur le comptoir en arrivant. C'est validé.

Oct 18, 2024
on Google

Soooo delicious & the service was excellent! The food was so quick to come out as well. Pabellón - 14,50 A22 Fèves noires, « carne mechada », plantain & fromage - Black beans, "carne mechada", plantain & feta w/ Avocado Pabellón de pollo 14,50 A28 Queso y aguacate 12,00 Fèves noires, « pollo guisado », plantain & fromage feta Fromage « andino » & avocat Black beans, "pollo guisado", plantain & feta cheese w/ avocado

Sep 28, 2024
on Google

Wonderful food spot in the Plateau! We ate here for the first time & enjoyed every bite. Had an arepera with meat, plantains, & feta & it was delicious!

Sep 25, 2024
on Google

Fresh & tasty. The meats were juicy & delicious. We tried the pork with black beans, plantain & feta cheese & beef, black beans, plantain, feta. I preferred the pork one. The empanadas were so crispy. Good, friendly service.

Sep 9, 2024
on Google

Très bons sandwich arepas. J'ai pris avocat, plantain & haricots noirs. La sauce avocat/coriandre (guasacaca) à volonté & excellente.

Sep 7, 2024
on Google

We got the cassava sticks, guasacaca chicken plate, black beans & plantain arepa, & guasacaca arepa. The guasacaca sauce is really delicious & addictive! Really good portion sizes. The fried plantains were amazing! The air conditioning was so cold & perfect!!!

Aug 19, 2024
on Google

Really great, quick food with excellent service. Would recommend the plantain cheesecake - I've never had anything like it.

Aug 17, 2024
on Google

Absolument délicieux, particulièrement les empanadas au fromage & les plantains! J'y retournerai 😁😁

Jul 26, 2024
on Google