Caracas Arepa Bar
(Now Closed)Arepa Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
The experts at The Corcoran Group and Village Voice recommend this place
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İpek A.March 13, 2015Actually i prefer the one in Williamsburg. But one way or another i love Arepa when i'm hangover! :)
Kyo SongFebruary 24, 2016Absolute must try for arepas! Very cozy inside with tight and limited seating.
LogoTVOctober 9, 2012Mouth waters 4 De Pabellón Arepa with a glass of Tempranillo. If U R in a fight with some1. Eat here - you'll be out of it shortly. -Marc Sinoway, Hunting Season
Igor TumasovSeptember 8, 2013I'm a big guy. Even really hungry, one arepa and a shared sidekick is enough. And it is fantastic. Fantastic food.
Eboni WashingtonMarch 18, 2012The best meal ever = Tequenos for appetizer and the Plato Cuyagua as an entree. (Add the Vista al Mar arepa if you're feeling gluttonous)
c0uPApril 26, 2013The La Maluta. Grilled white cheese with jalapeños, black beans, sauteed red peppers and fried sweet plantains. Delicious!
Danny TrejoNovember 15, 2016This place is small but worth the wait. The arepas are made from scratch and so good!
HeenaJune 5, 2014For vegetarians - la mulata and volvere were really good! I have a preference to the volvere because of the chimi-churri sauce!
Janelle GreeneAugust 17, 2017Girl. These arepas though....I got the shredded beef with salty cheese and beans and plantains. Perfection.
GaryApril 16, 2013Great Venezuelan arepas with a lot of variety. The place is small and gets busy in the evenings.
Summer IzkovichSeptember 2, 2014Good Arepa! Very small and cute place! There are 2 options: you can either dine at the restaurant or get it TO-GO!
Zev Levit-RamosJune 21, 2015All of the arepas are amazing. Make sure to get the Muichilada beer cocktail
estherSeptember 7, 2014Excellent service, pretty good food--not the typical burger or sandwich lunch but a Venezuelan arepa (y)
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsOctober 1, 2013Good suggestion: Start with just one or two arepas, and ordering as you go – lest you endure a difficult waddle home. Read more
- Maxime BuryMarch 16, 2015So many tasty arepas. La de pernil is a favorite. Get two if you're hungry.
Lizzy SaxeNovember 16, 2014Get the coconut shake and go with friends so that you can try lots of different arepas.
So delicious. The homemade shells are to die for. Surprisingly filling though--you only need one!
Mayumi AndoJune 11, 2010start with the tostones mochimeros. the la del gato arepa is subtly sweet; light yet filling (and vegetarian). don't forget the sweet & spicy michelada to quench your thirst. Read more
Kate HuyettMarch 31, 2012Amazing arepas overall but the Pelua is the standout, followed closely by Pabellon. If you order the Muchachos, it should be the first one.
Try the Arepa Pelúa - This is one of the juiciest Arepas they have. Beef w/ cheddar cheese. Outstanding flavor
Can't go wrong with La Sureña or La Del Gato. And make sure to grab their special sauce for every bite!
Alisha RamosMarch 17, 2011Two arepas are definitely enough for one (although I'm small)! My favorite was the one with plantains. DELICIOUS. Appetizers are great too.
JillianJanuary 7, 2015La surena is delicious. Pop an Altoid or two afterwards because your breath will be kicking!
Try Los Muchachos, substitute chorizo with chicken, n add caramelized onions to it. Pour both there regular n hot sauce over it.... U'll love it...
Little known secret: If you love the sauce, they sell it for $7 a bottle if you ask for it. If you like plantains, you will agree with my favorites: De Pabellon and La Mulata. The Pabellon also comes
Erik CintronMay 1, 2012The place was very rustic and felt like u were in a small town beat up chairs and salsa in the background the food was good little pricey for arepas but nice for new York- Nishanth ChariMarch 26, 2014La surena, de pabellon, and a michelada. And loads of their delicious yellow sauce
always start w a pabellon and go from there. apply secret sauce liberally and wash down w a jugo de maracuya
Giuseppe TurittoAugust 7, 2016Authentic Venezuelan food, is like going to Caracas and stop by an Arepera
Zack BeattyMay 25, 2012Vegetarian/vegan tip: step beyond the (V)-labelled arepas, and substitute tofu for meat in ANY non-(V) arepa.
Aileen TseDecember 11, 2012have tried almost everything but la de pernil and la Mulata are my favorite arepas
ᴡ ReinfordApril 12, 2013the homemade chips and guac is amazing. i always order too much here - 2 arepas is probably plenty.
Paull YoungJanuary 3, 2013Everything is great here & worth the wait, if in doubt go for an arepa with plantains!
TaylorAugust 9, 2014If it's crowded or a long wait, go two doors down to the To Go outpost, which has some small tables.- Stefano CalzolariOctober 17, 2014Stop by for a quick bite and a drink. Enjoy the cosy music and good service.
You MUST order the La Del Gato. Even meat-eaters love it. Read more
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- Mon–Sun
- Noon–11:00 PM
(212) 228-5062
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Reservations
No
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Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"great venazeulan fast food next to the gwb bus station. very fast + tasty variety + everything is around $5"
Dan - 7.1
"It's a super cool place and a credit to the area. I really love it. My gf is a vegetarian and they couldn't have been more helpful in their recommendations."
Dan Vodan - 7.8
"I tried this spot 2 wks ago & have been there 5x. Food is outstanding & fresh. My faves are empanadas combo - try all 3 sauces. Granercy Arepas - chicken salad with avocado. Try their juices too."
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