Rica Arepa Venezuelan Restaurant

8 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Tacos
Safety Rating
8 ratings

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4253 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60639
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Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


Had a fantastic arepa here - steak with avocado. Staff knew exactly what was gluten free and informed the chef of my needs. Hospitality was so warm and welcoming. We will be back!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 6 months ago read full review

Hashimoto's

Overall Rating

Review


Their online menu included a section that’s gluten free. I used Uber eats to order and even they marked the GF items too. The food was delicious!!!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing food! The owners were very helpful about avoiding gluten. I really recommend.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 10 months ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Reported to have dedicated kitchen space
  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Bread/Buns
  • Burgers
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Tacos

Categories

  • Allergy Friendly
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Latin
  • Lunch
  • Online Ordering
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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Steak arepa withe avocado & house made cheese
Gluten-Free at Rica Arepa Venezuelan Restaurant
Vegetarian arepa
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Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Very good arepas. The ingredients tasted fresh and the place seemed authentic. They are aware of cross contamination. Didn’t get sick. Highly recommend!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 12 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


First time eating Venezuelan food, and I really liked the arepas. They had lots of gluten-free options, and they are easily able to make adjustments for dairy-free. I am very sensitive to cross-contamination, and I didn’t have any issues.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I wasn’t a fan of the food but that’s literally only personal preference. The online menu was clearly marked with what was gluten free. I got two arepas to try and I didn’t get sick from either of them.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I am celiac. I usually order two arepas which is plenty and they are delicious. The arepas are labeled gluten free on their menu I have never gotten sick from eating here.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Oh. My. Goodnesss! So delicious. I had the black bean and cheese and the chicken and cheese and they were both so good. And that green sauce - *drools* I notified them via online order about both gluten and peanut allergies - no problems at all.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegan options
  • Good with other allergies
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I ordered 2 arepas and a fresh mango juice. Such large portions! I had lots of leftovers. The vegan mushroom and broccoli was soooo good! The bean and cheese was just okay from delivery. I was able to indicate allergies on my order. No reactions.

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Delicious. We tried their Empanada, sweet corn pancakes and Arepas. It's all very good. My spouse is celiac and we feel super safe here. Highly recommended. We went to their new Lakeview location.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I’ve gotten take out from this place several times and it’s always been great. I usually get the pabellon arepa or empanada. The empanadas in particular are excellent! Delicious dough that happens to be GF. Their menu is well marked. The only thing is that I can’t say whether they have a dedicated fryer or if gluten containing items are fried in the same oil.

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


They had a gluten free menu in the front page of the regular menu. It had gluten free vegan and vegetarian options.The food was good and so was the service.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


this place is amazing. GF empanadas, tacos, arepas, and much more

Updated 5 years ago read full review

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