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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$ & $$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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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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4.7738 ratings
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Reviews for Arepera

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on Google4.6 (3500+)
*as of 2026-07-15
4.7738 ratings
5★
80%
4★
13%
3★
2%
2★
4%
1★
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Review Summary

Arepera is widely celebrated as a standout destination in Montreal, particularly for its authentic Venezuelan cuisine and its commitment to being a entirely gluten free establishment. Many visitors, including those with celiac disease, praise the restaurant for providing a safe, relaxing, and worry free dining experience with a diverse menu that includes excellent arepas, empanadas, and flavorful vegan options. While the vast majority of guests highlight the fresh, generous portions, delicious sauces, and friendly service, occasional reports mention inconsistencies in service speed or minor issues with staff interactions. Overall, it remains a highly recommended spot for its vibrant atmosphere, reasonable prices, and consistent ability to deliver flavorful, high quality street food.
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Katarina
4.0

I really like this place, the food is amazing & so are the sauces. Though the service was kind of slow, but the servers were so nice. Though I dont recommend getting the chocolate cake, I found it to be gross. But I do 100000% recommend this place for lunch.

Jul 17, 2026
on Google
Andres
1.0

Empanadas were served with a lot of oil, & then a pasta kid was removed from the table because it has gluten. The service was really bad & the actitud because of the pasta was terrible.

Jul 16, 2026
on Google
Sara
5.0

Very attentive servers.
All gluten free menu.

Jul 12, 2026
on Google
Jeff
5.0

This was the best arepas we've had in North America. We're mostly mad we can't have these at home in Boston.

Jul 12, 2026
on Google
A
5.0

So good, incredible & authentic full of flavor , fast service regardless of how busy it was

Jul 11, 2026
on Google
Carine
5.0

Délicieux arepas, je recommande chaudement, surtout pour les coeliaques 👌👌

Jul 4, 2026
on Google
Ranley
5.0

Food, drink, service & restaurant were excellent in every way! They served my family of 11 for a late lunch & we enjoyed it all. Highly recommend you try the empanadas!

Jul 4, 2026
on Google
Jean-Nicolas
5.0

Lovely restaurant & the price was really fair. Loved the food! Great arepas!

Jul 4, 2026
on Google
West
5.0

Tasty food. Safe for celiac.

Jul 3, 2026
on Google
Steph
2.0

Ce restaurant était mon resto préféré à Montréal. Ça me fait mal de devoir changer mon avis sur Google. J'y étais récemment & le service était pourri. La serveuse ne connaissait pas du tout le menu & elle n'a pas bien noté notre commande - il y avait des erreurs dans chaque commande. Elle a emmené la mauvaise bière, les mauvaises commandes, & elle était très froide & pas du tout à son affaire. Très déçue car c'était la première fois à ce restaurant pour mes amis & leur expérience était si négative.

Jul 2, 2026
on Google
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