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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 & Reserve (2026)
VenezuelanLatin AmericanVegetarianExoticGluten-free OptionsBrunch

About

Arepera specializes in the authentic preparation of corn-based flatbreads originating from Venezuelan culinary traditions. These signature pockets serve as versatile vessels for a wide array of savory fillings, including slow-cooked meats, seasoned black beans, and various white cheeses. The menu emphasizes traditional preparation techniques, ensuring that each toasted maize cake maintains a distinct texture and flavor profile. Vegetarian options feature prominently, utilizing fresh ingredients like plantains, avocado, and hearty legumes to create substantial meals. The dining environment focuses on efficiency and direct interaction with the griddle-focused cooking process. This establishment prioritizes the technical execution of staple Latin American street food, providing a focused selection of classic corn-based recipes. Guests encounter a straightforward approach to flavor that remains faithful to the artisanal roots of the regional cuisine found throughout Venezuela.
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Reviews for Arepera

Food
Service
on Google4.6 (3500+)
*as of 2026-07-01
5★
80%
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Review Summary

Arepera is widely celebrated for its delicious and authentic Venezuelan street food, particularly its generous portions of arepas and empanadas. Many visitors appreciate the restaurant for being completely gluten-free, making it a safe and stress-free haven for those with celiac disease or dietary restrictions, while others simply enjoy the fresh ingredients and flavorful house-made sauces. While some diners have noted inconsistent service speeds or occasional concerns regarding pricing and minor errors, the overall consensus highlights a warm, welcoming atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff. Whether visiting for a quick meal, a casual brunch, or a social gathering, most guests describe their experience as consistently satisfying and are eager to return for the vibrant menu and high-quality drinks.
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Amazing restaurant, my husband & I loved our meals. It is also wonderful that everything is gluten free. I loved the avocado sauce & hot sauce that were provided with the food, delicious!

May 4, 2025
on Google
5.0

Quelle belle découverte !
Tout était excellent ! Coup de coeur pour la sauce verte a mettre sur les empanadas ou sur votre sandwich, un BANGER ! on va revenir c'est certain !

May 4, 2025
on Google

Nice place & big portions 😋

May 2, 2025
on Google

La nourriture était excellente, je n'ai rien à dire sur ça. Par contre, grosse déception au niveau du service. Nous étions un groupe de dix avec réservation confirmée plusieurs fois, & jamais on ne nous a informés qu'il serait impossible de séparer les factures. On a donc passé près de 40 minutes perdues à discuter avec le serveur & le propriétaire, qui ont été très peu conciliants & impatients. Au Québec, c'est courant de pouvoir diviser les factures, & quand ce n'est pas possible, on s'attend à être avertis. Dommage, car c'est un des rares restaurants 100 % sans gluten à Montréal.

Cette mauvaise expérience me fait sérieusement hésiter à revenir, malgré la qualité de la nourriture.

Apr 26, 2025
on Google

Excellent place, food is amazing.

Recommended 100%!

Apr 23, 2025
on Google
5.0

Best arepera in MTL!

Apr 23, 2025
on Google

Deliciosas, como en casa!!

Apr 23, 2025
on Google

What can I say, the place itself is beautiful with a large spacious area for seating, big windows with views to the street. The food is made in a timely manner & it tastes excellent, from the arepas to the empanadas y certainly is worth it.

Apr 23, 2025
on Google

Sin duda el mejor restaurante de comida venezolana en Montreal! Their meals really warm up my heart & can't wait to be in the city to visit this place again. The staff was lovely & I also found that the restaurant's new look is very refreshing & appealing.

Thank you so much for such a great experience!

Apr 23, 2025
on Google

Délicieux ! & le service était top, je recommande !!

Apr 23, 2025
on Google