Arepera is widely praised for being fully gluten free and friendly to dietary restrictions, making it a reliable option for celiac diners. The menu features abundant fillings for arepas and empanadas, with vegan, vegetarian, and meat options and generous portions that many reviewers call great value. Standout accompaniments like the green sauce and avocado sauce, plus tasty plantains and chicharron, are frequently highlighted. The atmosphere is described as lively and open, with spacious seating and a welcoming, multilingual staff and an open kitchen. Some reviews mention occasional slow service or delays during peak hours, and a few note price variability, but most feel the quality remains strong. There are positive notes about drinks and desserts, including margaritas, fresh fruit drinks, and plantain cheesecake. Several reviewers call Arepera among the best places for arepas in Montreal, with many praising its gluten free safety and diverse options. Overall, Arepera comes across as a reliable, tasty, gluten friendly spot with generous portions, friendly staff, and a lively environment that makes it a popular stop for groups and families.
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!
The best lunch we've had on the entire trip to Montreal. The chicharron arepa is the apex of pork sandwiches. We had a gluten sensitive diner, & she had no issues at all. There were also some great drink options (including gluten free beer too). Wait staff were wonderful. Highly recommend.
Mar 15, 2026
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C'est une plus une cantine qu'un restaurant. Ce n'est pas un endroit romantique ou chaleureux. En fait, il y faisait même assez froid.
Certain serveurs ne parlent pas bien français, donc difficile d'avoir leurs avis sur le menu ou de se faire comprendre quand on commande.
Édit: j'ai été très gentille & compréhensive avec les jeunes serveurs. & justement, pour ne pas les embarrasser, j'ai pris n'importe quoi car j'étais mal renseignée.
La nourriture n'est pas goûteuse.
Leurs empanadas sont petites (contrairement aux empanadas argentines) & je n'ai aimé que celles au boeufs. Donc 1 seule empanada sur 3.
Les prix sur le menu publié sur Google, sont inférieurs aux vrais prix.
Sur place c'est approximativement 1.5$/2$ plus cher.
Donc, ça reste abordable mais pas très bon.
Le sandwich Arepa, j'ai trouvé ça fade, lourd & froid.
Dans le mien, ils ont mixé du poulet (bouilli je crois. En tout cas pas rôti, ni frit, ni assaisonné) avec des avocats très froids (?!!) sans plus. Il n y avait donc pas assez de produits frais ou goûteux, pour que ça soit délicieux. Ça n'avait aucun goûts. & c'était plutôt pâteux.
Bref, pas bon.
Le tout pour un 33$ - je n'ai commandé ni de dessert, ni de boisson.
Comment ils ont obtenu des notes aussi élevée ? Mystère.
Je n'y retournerai pas. & je ne le recommande pas.
Want to discover Venezuelan cuisine? This is your restaurant. Super friendly restaurant with open kitchen concept. Lots of space to gather & chill with great Arepas & traditional platters.
Strongly recommend a detou
Great service & a nice place to grab dinner. Everything is gluten free. Food was a bit on the bland side & the salad on the side was quite a sad portion. The banana pudding was delicious & would highly recommend as a nice warm dessert!
Ordered Arepera 3x for takeout during my 4 day stay in Montreal. Absolutely amazing to find a fully gluten free restaurant that is delicious & priced reasonably. Would be a frequent customer if I lived closer, highly recommend to anyone!!!
Aug 4, 2025
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This was an amazing place for some glutenfree areperas /sandwiches! Staff was super nice, music was good, open kitchen & most of all, food was super tasty!! Would definitely recommend
Jun 24, 2025
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everything was incredibly delicious! so happy to have so many gluten free options. the food came out quickly & the staff was friendly. highly recommend!
Mar 25, 2025
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Amazing experience! Food was delicious! Our server was more than helpful, even guiding us on how to make the breads themselves. I cannot say enough good things about it! Gluten free to top it off & our sever helped me choose options that didn't have dairy. My teenager announced it was one of his two favourite restaurants... High praise! Would definitely recommend.
Truly a one of a kind place in Montreal. They have a very unique menu all gluten free. The food is amazing & great portion sizes. I highly recommend to go for lunch.
100% gluten free restaurant with gf beer, ciders, sangria, & the most amazing food I have had in a long time, gf or otherwise. Also literally the best priced restaurant meal I've had in forever gf or otherwise. Highly recommend! We will definitely be back!
