Arepas House

This place is the real deal for Venezuelan food. I had the $16.50 lunch combo special which…read moreincluded a carnitas empanada, three cheese sticks /tequeños appetizers and a beverage. The empanada was huge--one was plenty for me. A friend ordered two and could only finish one! We also shared the Yucca Root with cheese and fresh avocado appetizer. Everything was simply made and very delicious, especially with one or more of the sauces provided in plastic bottles for the table. The service was prompt and friendly. The ambience is strictly plain, but the outdoor tables with umbrellas would be great on a nice warm day. I'll be back!

As a person who passionately write reviews on Yelp, finding a restaurant many call a hidden gem is…read morea prideful moment. Last Sunday (on the day many were getting ready for their Super Bowl gatherings), I was busy running some errands in Sunnyside neighborhood. All of a sudden, the thought of eating to entertain my 70% empty stomach hit me, I searched for the word "empanada" as I wanted some finger food and this restaurant came up in my search. Upon finding out that it was about 5-10 minutes away from where I was, it was a no brainer to me. This is a Venezuelan restaurant with almost 5-star review. Not knowing much about Venezuelan cuisine, my first thought was that they might have similar dishes as the surrounding South American countries like Columbia do. But most of all, I was so eager to try their empanadas. I've had Argentinian, El Salvadorian, Columbian and Nicaraguan versions of empanadas in the past. I wondered how different Venezuelan ones would be... I was warmly greeted by a young lady upfront upon arrival. This is a small/family style restaurant. The number of tables is very limited but you can sit outside as long as the weather permits. There was a large table of 7-9 people having a birthday party. I think I hit the place during the peak lunch time. Their empanadas are priced at $8 range. This was a bit pricey to me at the first glance but since I didn't know what kind of portion size they'd be made in, I thought I'd give them a try. I got me Reina Pediada, Sweet Domino and Fish. The total came to $27 with some change. Yup, you usually don't pay this much for a few to several empanadas but hey, like I said, I decided not to judge at that point. The young lady who took my order impressed me with some careful attention to detail. I placed my sunglasses at the ordering counter where the space was very limited. She had to move them just a little when she placed the credit card receipt for me to sign it. "I worked in the optics before." is what she said when she gently placed my sunglasses a little to the side in a very careful way. What a kind/considerate gesture that was! This kind of minor and yet incredible care didn't escape my notice. Thank you!!! When my food was ready, the same young lady handed me my bag. It was quite heavy. As soon as I got to my car, I opened it and there they were; my beautiful empanadas were large and dense/heavy!! They appeared to be all deep-fried so I wonder if Venezuelan style empanadas are all that way? Not sure. Anyway, I was on my way to a job duty so I had to eat quickly. I started to take a bite out of each one and ohhh yes, they were dense with a lot of fillings inside. Although I must frankly say that I like the flaky baked kind of empanadas more, these Venezuelan ones were equally impressive. Yes, this was a surprise find. I will definitely stop by here when I'm in the neighborhood for sure.

2.9 mi•Northwest, Highland

Overview of the dining room

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Quiero Arepas

4.4(329 reviews)

If you're looking for a vegan option, Quiero Arepas has one...and it's delicious! They're located…read moreinside Avanti & their service is pretty quick. "La original" is their vegan arepa. My photo doesn't do it justice. It's packed with black beans, caramelized plantains, and lots of avocado. It was hearty & very satisfying. There's plenty of seating, both indoor & outdoor. Avanti is definitely a good place to check out if you're hanging out with friends & you're the only vegan in the group.

I had the Pabellon arepa while visiting Colorado. The arepa was delicious, exceptional service and…read morecleanliness. Food was made to order and was ready quick. Highly recommended when visiting or when in the area.

Inside the avanti food hall

Plantains

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Fried plantains and reina papiada arepa

Amor de Venezuela

4.5(2 reviews)

8.6 mi•Southeast

Do not sleep on this spot! We ordered takeout tonight and it was high quality, delicious, and…read morefresh. I ordered the shredded beef Cachapa which was very large and full of fillings. We also had the papaya juice, taquenos, and veggie arepa. The arepa was a little soggy but I think that was from transport time and if we ate it there it wouldn't have been. All of us loved our meals and said it will be a go-to. So glad we stumbled upon it.

We ordered food to go and it's just delicious their cachapa, tequeños and arepa amazing. And the…read moreservice is also good since I called and asked for information.

El Callejon

4.6(208 reviews)

8.7 mi

Tucked right in the heart of downtown Golden, this cozy little spot is easy to miss--but absolutely…read moreworth finding. The space itself is quite small, with just a few indoor tables and some seating out front to people watch. What really stood out was the warm, welcoming staff. Service was quick, and everything came out fresh and hot. We tried the beef super arepa and the pork pupusa--both were packed with flavor and seriously satisfying. The only miss for us was the coconut lemonade, which leaned more bitter than refreshing. That said, it didn't take away from the overall experience. The menu is on the smaller side, but honestly, that works in its favor--everything feels intentional and well-executed. Definitely a spot we'll be returning to, especially to work our way through the rest of the menu.

This restaurant is the best!!!…read more I come here often and get their vegetarian arepa. The flavors are delicious, it's a nice filling casual meal, and it's not too expensive. The actual shop is quite small but I rarely have an issue getting a table. It's run by a cute duo and they work nearly all the hours. Also, they are only open for lunch hours. I wish they did dinner too but I wouldn't want the duo to overwork themselves.

A few tables indoors.

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Chicken burrito

El Venezolano

5.0(2 reviews)

47.3 mi

Food is delicious, whenever they're in Loveland I have to stop by because it's so good and there's…read morenothing else like it in Fort Collins.

Ran into this food truck at Mighty River Brewing. This food is phenomenal! Better than any…read moreVenezuelan food I had previously! Run to this food truck! You will not be disappointed!

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Arepas CO

4.5(8 reviews)

12.2 mi

l love their food!! I am really excited to know that they open a restaurant in the North area of…read moreColorado!!! A wish come true!! I could eat their arepas everyday!!!

Their truck has been parked outside of my work for a long time. My coworkers and I finally ordered…read morea variety of items and they were all amazing. Not a bad thing all around. Highly recommend.

Beef Patacón

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Quiero Arepas

4.4(25 reviews)

22.0 mi

Venezuelan style arepas, made in the traditional way! Phenomenal! The arepa was perfectly cooked -…read moresoft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Eaten like a sandwich but this thing is packed! All the flavors are wonderful together. The Pabellon was recommended and glad I got it! Their booth wasn't very busy but I wouldn't skip it if you check it out!

These are literally the best Venezuelan arepas (or any arepas for that matter) that I have had…read moreoutside of Latin America. I absolutely love arepas and the second I saw this place in the Avanti food court I knew I had to get it because I've been craving good Venezuelan arepas rellenas for so long. I'm vegetarian which they had multiple options for and I decided on the 'La Original' arepa with black beans, plantains, and avocado, and I requested for cheese on it as well which they added free of charge. The arepa was everything I could've ever wanted and it didn't fall apart while eating it even though it was super full which was good because that does happen often with poorly made arepas. I also got the sweet fried plantains which had cheese and their special sauce and were so so good. The employees were kind and attentive and the food came out in about 5 minutes because there was pretty much no line. I loved this place and wish I lived in Boulder so I could get it more often. Si te hace falta una buena arepa venezolana, te juro que este lugar no te decepcionará, ni en su calidad, servicio al cliente, ni su autenticidad. Lo recomiendo con todo mi corazón y te juro que saldrás lleno y contento.

Kitchen front

Pepiada and original + cheese

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Aura's Bakery

4.8(9 reviews)

8.7 mi•Southeast

This is a very small place with specialized options because it's a Venezuelan bakery so you're not…read moregonna find your basic bakery items. Right up my alley since I love an ethnic spot. It's pretty small in here, but there are a few stool tables that can be used if you wanna have your item right away. The place is very clean, which I love. It's the first thing I noticed it is what I appreciated the most. This is definitely family owned or something. You could see the young lady that was there working in real time on many of the baked goods and the young man at the register was very kind and explained everything on the menu. There was a big TV with the Denver playoffs on, so I truly appreciated that while waiting. Oliver items were baked to perfection. The dough is really good almost a salty taste to the bread which I enjoyed. Our Venezuela donut was amazing. Everybody loved it and the custard was luscious delicious, not too sweet and just right and filled to the brim.

This place is an absolute gem! Authentic tasty Venezuelan…read moreBakery! Kind staff. It's all freshly made whether you're looking for savory or sweet. You can tell it's the real deal when you can see them making the food by hand as you wait. The guava and cheese tequenos were absolutely amazing! The decor is pleasant. Definitely come check this place out, you won't regret it! Parking space Plenty of free parking Kid-friendliness Definitely! No Wheelchair accessibility Cost: $$

Venezuelan custard donut

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La Chiva

4.2(339 reviews)

5.5 mi•Southwest

We had a wonderful evening at La Chiva! The food and drinks were both delicious, and everything we…read moretried was full of flavor. There were four of us, so we shared several different dishes, which was the perfect way to experience the menu. Every single plate was a hit! We chose to sit on the back patio, and it couldn't have been a more perfect evening. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, making it easy to linger over great food, drinks, and conversation. If you're looking for authentic Colombian food, tasty cocktails, and a great patio vibe, La Chiva is definitely worth a visit. We'll absolutely be back!

Delicious Colombian with a Cuban flare. Either way, go there! Authentic food, feels like you are…read morenot in Denver. Ambiance was like a vacation without leaving the town. Not overly loud. Music good sound level. Staff was very attentive and friendly. FYI closed on Monday and check the open times. Saturday opened at noon. Not a problem because there is a lot to see antique wise if you get there early. Had the empanada appetizer and got 5 different ones. Arepa Andina is super flavorful. Pabellon La Chiva was enough to feed two people unless you are very hungry.

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La Chiva Picada and Empanadas

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Inside dinning area

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Heidi A.

Elite 25

334

546

861

4 years ago

How does that old Carl's Jr. commercial go? "If it doesn't get all over the place, it doesn't belong in your face." I think that's it... If I were to rate the "messy" factor of the pabellón arepa I got, I'd say "very." But If I were to rate the taste factor of it, I'd say "extra tasty!" This small restaurant is one of many eateries in the Edgewater Public Market. The food is stellar and the portion size is generous! The pabellón is filled with shredded beef, black beans, plantain, guasaca cheese, cotija cheese, and avocado. It may look small, but man this little package is filled with goodness! The small bowl it's served in really doesn't keep any falling food on the plate. Each bite was filled with meat, they certainly don't skimp. I ordered it medium spicy and I thought it was more mild than medium. Still tasty nonetheless. Highly recommend you come and try a piece of Venezuelan goodness- arepas for the win! read more

Vicki V.

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7 years ago

this restaurant is amazing! The food is so so good and it's not expensive at all!! Would really recommend coming here

James A.

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3 years ago

Delicious food. Be sure to check them out!

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