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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$ & $$
OPEN11:30 am - 9 pm
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Arepera Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
VenezuelanLatin AmericanVegetarianExoticGluten-free OptionsBrunch
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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

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on Google4.6 (3500+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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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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I'm going to be harsh but I think for good reasons. I got the pulled beef empenada & the beef wasn't properly pulled; big chunks of beef that needed to be bit down to make smaller chuncks, not a good moment.
The place is fairly well decorated & the vibes are good which let's you imagine you will get food is on that same level. I was disappointed when I saw our plates come. I thought it was more fast-food type of food. Fairly pricy too considering all the factors mentioned.

Sep 13, 2023
on Google

Excellent service, goût de arepa un peu fade, bonne présentation de l'assiette, propre, agréable vue vers l'extérieu

Sep 11, 2023
on Google
5.0

Our favourite gluten-free restaurant in Montreal! We love their menu, our kids love their arepa, & we love the atmosphere. The service is second to none, the prices are VERY reasonable, & there are a TON of great options. I love that I have a variety of GF beers to choose from (how many restaurants regularly have more than one gluten free beer available) & we learned on our latest visit that we could order a litre (like, a nice carafe) of delicious soursop juice! SO GOOD. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. 🤤

Sep 9, 2023
on Google
5.0

Endroit très agréable, plats excellents !

Sep 9, 2023
on Google

As always it was delicious! Courteous service! Employees there are always in a good mood smiling & laughing…it definitely has good vibes! In the summer you can take it to go & eat outside there’s a nice city installation with picnic tables, bike racks etc. If you have a gluten intolerance or allergy the Arepas are Gluten Free & they also have vegetarian options. My favorite go to is the Yuca entrée, the La LLanera arepa & passion fruit juice. Can’t get enough of that avocado sauce! Put it everywhere it’s addictive & delicious! Enjoy!

Sep 5, 2023
on Google

Delicious 😋

Sep 5, 2023
on Google

las arepas son realmente deliciosas, pero lo que realmente me encantó fue el postre, cheesecake de plátano, nunca había comido algo similar.

Sep 4, 2023
on Google
5.0

This was a great discovery The arepas sandwiches are so tasty. I had the beef with plantains .. delicious ! The staff is very friendly & welcoming . On top of everything, it's fairly priced. The only negative it's that it's a bit dark in there.

Sep 3, 2023
on Google

Excellent comme toujours !

Sep 2, 2023
on Google

The food was delicious, with great service & price. Arepa llanera

Sep 2, 2023
on Google