Review of Tequeno World

Went back recently and want to up by review to 5* the avocado chicken arepa was one of the most amazing I’ve ever had.

We love Arepas. These are good, not the best. 4* out of 5. But given the next closest arepa place is Woodbridge and then Harrisonburg, we will be back.

They also have cachapa -sweet corn pancakes. It was served to go and so not super hot when we finally got to eat it. The cheese wasn't as melted as I would like.

The yucca is great. I think it may actually be fried and I didn't check about the fryer since normally its baked. The yucca is cut into strips closer to a mozzarella stick than the Peruvian yucca I'm used too. Its creamier inside and textured closer to a french fry inside. You don't get the crispness. Its not a problem, I just think its good to be prepared for something different.

The staff was patient and friendly. While the cheese isn't melted and stuff isn't crisp its a food court in the mall so the goal is to be fast and I think they've made good trades of just a bit of texture for speed.

We didn't get their empanadas on this visit but they are traditional Venezuelan ones and all corn and gluten free.

I didn't see what happened in the kitchen but they do have a separate panini press up front on the counter so I do think they can accommodate even the strictest celiac if you take the time to talk with them.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery