Arepera

Krista D (63 reviews)

19 Mar 2026

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5.0

Delicious gluten-free arepas! The flavors and textures are spot on. My favorite is the black bean, plantain, and avocado; teenager likes all the chicken ones. The green sauce is so good and 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 and dairy free options, and that is delicious!

Jade Roberge (21 reviews)

15 Mar 2026

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5.0

I had such a great evening at Arepera! Everything we had was absolutely delicious. We shared the plantains with feta as a starter, and I had an arepa (queso aguacate) for my meal — it was amazing. The flavors were incredible and 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 and very friendly service. A wonderful discovery in Montreal — I’ll definitely be back!

Restaurant response

Response added on 18 Mar 2026

Thank you so much, Jade! We’re thrilled you enjoyed everything and that the gluten-free menu made your experience worry-free. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon and maybe try some more plantain 😉

SB (57 reviews)

15 Mar 2026

Source: Google

4.7

Great food as usual! We had a small inconvenience with the service (they forgot one of our friends and food arrived late) however they fixed the situation promptly! It's always a pleasure to eat here.

Restaurant response

Response added on 18 Mar 2026

Thank you for your kind words! We really appreciate your understanding about the service hiccup and are glad we could make it right. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon and making everything perfect next time

Amy Brethour (29 reviews)

12 Mar 2026

Source: Google

5.0

I can’t wait to go back! Great service and incredible food. The chicken empanadas and the chocolate cake were amazing! Highly recommend 😊

Restaurant response

Response added on 18 Mar 2026

Thank you so much, Amy! We’re thrilled you loved the chicken empanadas and chocolate cake 😄. Can’t wait to have you back for another delicious visit!

Tristan Damen (14 reviews)

11 Mar 2026

Source: Google

5.0

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, and she had no issues at all. There were also some great drink options (including gluten free beer too). Wait staff were wonderful. Highly recommend.

Restaurant response

Response added on 11 Mar 2026

Thank you so much, Tristan! We’re really happy you enjoyed your lunch with us. The chicharrón arepa is definitely a favorite, so we love hearing that. We’re also glad your gluten-sensitive guest had a great experience. Thanks for the kind words about our team, and we hope to see you again next time you’re in Montreal! 😊

Samuel M (7 reviews)

10 Mar 2026

Source: Google

5.0

The beef arepas here are amazing. Juicy and Moist

Restaurant response

Response added on 11 Mar 2026

Thank you, Samuel! We’re so happy you enjoyed the beef arepas. Juicy and moist is exactly what we aim for. Hope to see you again soon! 😊

Esk MAST (16 reviews)

10 Mar 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Best arepa in the world!!!!!!!!!!!! love it - put the green sauce on everything yum!

Restaurant response

Response added on 11 Mar 2026

Thank you so much! We love hearing that. And yes, the green sauce makes everything better! Hope to see you again soon! 😄

Stephanie Dion (494 reviews)

9 Mar 2026

Source: Google

4.0

Food is awesome, service is fast, and prices are amazing. I always get an arepa when I come. I love that everything is gluten-free (as a gluten intolerant person) and that theyvhave options for omnivores, veggies and vegans. Therevare 4 vegan arepas. The plantains and yuka fries are also vegan. They have 1 vegan empenada and 1 vegan dessert (flan). Everything tastes good. It's not high end refined food, it's street food done right. Super filling and 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 and can accommodate many groups. Staff is friendly, but to the point. I would 100% recommend!

Restaurant response

Response added on 11 Mar 2026

Thank you so much, Stephanie! We really appreciate your thoughtful review. We’re so happy you enjoy the arepas and that the gluten-free and vegan options work well for you. It’s also great to hear your daughter loved it too. Thanks again for recommending us, and we hope to see you both back soon! 😊

Julie Byers (34 reviews)

7 Mar 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Friday night and 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 and water bottles replaced. Any place that is 100% gluten free is always a plus in our book. It is nice to order and 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 and 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 and safe., If you like beer, it is all gluten free. A good find for us!

Restaurant response

Response added on 8 Mar 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review. It truly means a lot to us. Being a 100% gluten free kitchen is something we take very seriously, especially knowing how important it is for families dealing with gluten intolerance or celiac disease. We are very happy your daughter could enjoy the experience and try different dishes without any worry. Friday nights can get quite busy, so it is great to hear that your server was able to keep everything running smoothly. We will definitely share your kind words with the team. They work very hard to make sure everyone feels well taken care of. We are also glad you enjoyed the variety of flavors, the generous portions, and our eclectic dining room. Those church pews always get noticed. Thank you again for discovering us and for supporting a small family restaurant. We hope to welcome you and your family back very soon.

Marta Balabanowa (38 reviews)

6 Mar 2026

Source: Google

3.0

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 and expect tips for just being there.

Citlali Jar (15 reviews)

6 Mar 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Love coming back to this place. Their arepas are de-li-ciO-sas. The juices are fresh. Their arepas and empanada options are varied, they easily accomodate personal preferences. Staff is attentive.

Andressa Pohren (5 reviews)

1 Mar 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Best arepas ever. Finding this gluten free place during our stay in Montreal was amazing. We went 3 times in one week.

Restaurant response

Response added on 1 Mar 2026

Andressa, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy you found us during your stay in Montreal and that you came back three times in one week… that truly means the world to us. 🥹🌽 It was a pleasure having you, and we can’t wait to welcome you again on your next visit!

Darina Prokhorova (131 reviews)

28 Feb 2026

Source: Google

4.7

Simple homie food from amazing people. Affordable prices, quick service.

Restaurant response

Response added on 1 Mar 2026

Darina, thank you so much for your lovely words! “Simple homie food” made us smile that’s exactly the feeling we hope to share. Warm, comforting food made with care. We truly appreciate you highlighting the prices and quick service. It means a lot. Hope to see you again very soon!

Alessandra Perona (5 reviews)

24 Feb 2026

Source: Google

5.0

The perfect place to share a super lunch with our dear staff from Cantine Panella 🧡 ! We have celiacs in our group so was perfect! Thank you 😊

Gilbert Merariu (42 reviews)

22 Feb 2026

Source: Google

4.3

Food was ok. But great choice for gluten free

Katy Oian (173 reviews)

1 Feb 2026

Source: Google

4.3

Hipster latino food featuring mainly arepa sandwiches. Bigger, and definitely more trendy that I expected with their awesome artsy portrait paintings. My rating is very likely due to my mistake of ordering a black bean soup (filling me up with bloated heaviness, wasn't anything special) before my main meal could be enjoyed. I managed to consume of the argula salad (bitter) and maybe 2 bites of my arepa before calling it quits. My other friends had a much better experience... ordering a variety from fancy cheeses to pulled pork to chicken, everyone loved their selections. Also staff was very cool about doing separate checks to make it easier for us. Anyways moral of story is don't eat a giant can of black beans before your entree if you want to have a good time.

Restaurant response

Response added on 2 Feb 2026

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re glad to hear that your friends enjoyed their meals and that our team could help with separate checks. We noticed you mentioned a black bean soup, but that’s not actually on our menu. We hope this didn’t cause too much confusion. We appreciate your feedback about the arugula salad — taste can be subjective, and we always love hearing how we can make our dishes even more enjoyable. We’d be thrilled to have you visit us again and try more of our arepas and other offerings. Thanks again for taking the time to share your thoughts!

Antonio Eid (42 reviews)

27 Jan 2026

Source: Google

4.3

Those empanadas were something else. The sauces too. Bring more Venezuelans

M D (40 reviews)

21 Jan 2026

Source: Google

3.7

I have loved this place over the years but it’s become too expensive for an Arepa for me. $18 before tip for only the sandwhich.

Restaurant response

Response added on 19 Jan 2026

Thank you for your feedback and for supporting us over the years. We work with high-quality local products and make our arepas fresh in-house every day. Unlike large chains, we don’t mass-produce our food, which affects our costs. Our prices are comparable to, and often lower than, other sandwich options in Montreal, including fast-food chains, while remaining a local, handmade product. We’re also proud to offer some of the most affordable arepas in the city. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back

Izak Labrie (7 reviews)

21 Jan 2026

Source: Google

5.0

fire.

Jameel Collins (97 reviews)

10 Jan 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Really good sandwiches and affordable

Restaurant response

Response added on 11 Jan 2026

Thanks you 🫶

Angel Kardos (8 reviews)

5 Jan 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Lovely place, delicious food, cheap prices, many options, especially for people with dietary restrictions. They seem to have built their menu around people who cannot consume gluten, but it doesn't taste like it at all. I tried this place out to bring my celiac brother. Very satisfied and looking forward to having him feel included when going out to eat. Good for vegans, vegetarians and picky eaters ! There are also many meat options :)

Restaurant response

Response added on 19 Jan 2026

Thanks you so much !!!