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.
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!
C'est plus une cantine qu'un restaurant. Ce n'est pas un endroit romantique ou chaleureux. En fait, il y faisait même assez froid quand j'y suis allé.
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.
Apr 8, 2026
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Absolutely brilliant food! So happy I finally made it here. A great selection of vegetarian/vegan options, everything was hot, crispy, spicy & delicious! & the best passionfruit juice. I'll definitely be back
The food is AMAZING! Lot's of choices & generous portions. Eric is a delight to talk to & super considerate of food restrictions/allergies. The team at Scaffographe thanks everyone at Arepera!
Quelle découverte culinaire! À la fois réconfortant & savoureux, ce type de cuisine est pour tout le monde. Merci à Arepera d'avoir supporté notre court métrage sur la santé mentale!
Been going at different times in my life, including when they had their old location. The food & service is the same: Amazing! Great portions, delicious food, cool atmosphere. A must-try. Trop bon!
Repas complet avec des options variées & toutes super bonnes!
Particulièrement fan des sauces 😍
C'etait un lunch parfait pour une grosse journée de tournage, tout le monde s'est régalé:) Merci!
Mar 29, 2026
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Great food as usual! We had a small inconvenience with the service (they forgot one of our friends & food arrived late) however they fixed the situation promptly! It's always a pleasure to eat here.
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!
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
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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.
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
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Friday night & we hit it right. There was just a short waits for a table. Our server was handling 9-10 tables but we never felt like we had to wait. He was impressive keeping everyone served & water bottles replaced.
Any place that is 100% gluten free is always a plus in our book. It is nice to order & know there are no cross contamination issues. For my daughter, she enjoyed sampling our food.
The food was wonderful. It was flavorful. Fillings in sandwiches were a lot. The platter was full. The variety was incredible. There was beef, pork, chicken, seafood. There were different cheeses & accent fillings.
The atmosphere is eclectic. Some of the booths were old church pews. Chairs varied a bit. You could see into kitchen so they know they are clean & safe.,
The food was tasty, no complaints, but the service was rude. If you want a successful business you have to train the staff how to interact with people, not to be pretentious & expect tips for just being there.
Love coming back to this place. Their arepas are de-li-ciO-sas. The juices are fresh. Their arepas & empanada options are varied, they easily accomodate personal preferences. Staff is attentive.
