Delicious beyond words!

MAIZ Colombian Street Food

40 recent ratings
$$ • Restaurant
dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free
Popular gluten-free menu items: Arepas, Beer, Empanadas
621 Forest Ave
Portland, ME 04101

Most Recent Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


Enjoyed our dinner here! Not the best arepas I’ve ever had (I prefer a fluffier arepa dough and these were thinner) but still very good.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Good

Updated 5 days ago read full review

Celiac

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Ordered the veggie and bean arepas. They were excellent. Great sauces too. Given that it's a dedicated GF restaurant, I felt very safe. Would totally eat there again.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 3 weeks ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Quality & Quantity


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 month ago read full review

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Reported to be dedicated gluten-free and celiac friendly. However, since menus and staff can change, please verify before visiting!
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Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Delicious just like their other location.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
Updated 1 month ago read full review

Asymptomatic Celiac

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Maiz is very safe for Celiac and the food was great. It was surprisingly expensive for rice, beans, and meat (~$108 for four meals and two beers), but I recommend it if you're in the mood for Colombian!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Good

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Delicious gluten free option, everything was gluten free, tried the bean and cheese and chicken and cheese empanadas and a pork and cheese arepa. Everything was great, would recommend!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Wonderful food!! Great service, super safe and dedicated GF!!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Celiac

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This was a great little place. Friendly staff, delicious safe food. I’m a very sensitive celiac and had no problems. I loved the cheese empanada and coconut lime drink.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 3 months ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Food is good, not great.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Average

Updated 4 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Review


Love ❤‍🔥 Love ❤‍🔥 Love ❤‍🔥 We regularly go here for date night! Always get dessert - yes! Dessert is gluten free!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
Updated 6 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Very tasty. Will 100% go back when we visit Portland.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Hashimoto's

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There’s something special about being able to order anything from a menu. I love building my own arepa and you HAVE TO get the garlic sauce on the side.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 7 months ago read full review

Celiac

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The entire restaurant is gluten free so there were no concerns for cross contamination. There were vegan options available too! Service was friendly and helpful. Would definitely go here again!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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AMAZING FOOD! My favorite place to eat ever! Everything is Gf and the owner has celiacs disease.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Good with other allergies
Updated 8 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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This was the first place we ate on our trip to Portland and everything we had was absolutely delicious. We ordered 4 dishes and each one was better than the last. The portions were also very reasonable.

The restaurant is tiny- there’s only 2 or 3 tables and a few stools, so keep that in mind when deciding what time to eat. We ordered takeout after reading that parking can be difficult (it’s street parking which wasn’t a problem for us, but there’s also a Walgreens across the street I’m sure you could park in the grab your food in a pinch).

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Celiac

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Food was just ok, but I did not get sick which is a plus!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Below Average

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


I moved to Portland a few months ago, and Maiz has become my new go-to. The entire menu is gluten free. I love the arepas and pan de bono! I’ve tried multiple things off the menu, and honestly EVERYTHING is delicious!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 11 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Generous portion sizes and absolutely delicious! Would eat here again, but parking can be a challenge...carryout may be a better option.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 12 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


This place is AMAZING! Everything on the menu is GF and all our food was delicious. It's so great to have zero concerns about cross-contamination, and then the food itself was perfect. Staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good vegetarian options
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Outstanding! This food was sooooo tasty. Even my husband, who does not typically go for this type of food (meat and potatoes guy) raved about it and wants to go back. Totally gluten-free, and those arepas were out of this world.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for takeout
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Asked about what I could eat and the server smiled and said “everything!”, which was a really nice change of pace. The arepas were incredible and they even had desserts. Highly recommend this place

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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Yummy arepas. They were very accommodating of dairy restrictions as well. Highly recommend.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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


Amazing food and customer service

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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


The greatest thing about this place is that EVERYTHING is gluten-free! My partner and I enjoyed our food, him more than I. Our favorite was the cheese arepa.

I had the tipico arepa (cheese,) with garlic sauce and chicken+cheese empanadas with cilantro sauce. My partner had the arepa upgrade and the chorizo+cheese empanadas with rosada (mayo and ketchup) sauce.

I paid nearly $60 bucks, I’ve seen much better prices elsewhere.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Review


Absolutely incredible food, empanadas we’re delicious and everything is gluten free

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Wonderful arepas! The whole facility is dedicated gf. I had the basico with chicken. Delicious!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing food!! 100% gluten free and celiac safe! Will go back immediately!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Everything was gluten free and tasted great

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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


Friendly staff, great location. I appreciate that when you order an arepa online they have a checkbox for “gluten free” in the allergy section. They don’t have any gluten on the menu but it’s nice they provide that added layer of assurance.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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 dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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


In town visiting and wanted to make sure to hit Maiz. Ordering was overwhelming but I ended up with the Garlic Chicken Arepa and a Lucky Pigeon Beer. I haven’t had been in YEARS. It was good but I’ll stay a spirits drinker for now…I really appreciate having the option though! The Arepa was only meh. It was very bland, I was looking for much more flavor especially with a garlic paste. I ended up getting more to slather on as well as the cilantro sauce that again wasn’t very flavorful. My hubby had the chorizo and beans arepa that was only ok, we prefer chorizo that doesn’t have cinnamon or the spices I I denture as more sweet. I would definitely go back and try more.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Average

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Ate here THREE times on a 5 day trip to the Portland area. Completely celiac safe as it’s all gluten free. No reactions and the most delicious food! First time having arepas. Highly recommend!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Really quality arepas, all food is gf.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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A fabulous dedicated gluten free restaurant with a very friendly and dedicated staff. The food was fresh and delicious.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Amazing! All GF and food was great. I ate here twice!!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Delicious arepas!! Everything is completely gluten free including sauces (just watch out for bottled drinks). Each arepa comes with your sauce of choice. Variety of filling selections - including vegetarian options. Several sides and appetizers as well.

I had the bean arepa- very large size - filled with beans, cheese and some pico de gallo and guacamole!! The cilantro and green hot sauces are delicious. My husband had the veggie arepa - with chickpeas, cauliflower, tons of guac.

Local gluten free beer with my arepa was a perfect pairing. I would definitely recommend stopping here for a filling meal!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Gluten Intolerant

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This is small place with some parking available out front, but it's not downtown which I think makes it easier to get to. The arepas here are so good, and filling, you may even have some leftovers for the next day. Be advised there is not a lot seating inside the restaurant, so during peak times it's probably best to opt for takeout.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Amazing arepas!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The BEST food I’ve had in years of being GF. Everything on the menu is GF. I had the arepa de chorizo and was not disappointed! Just as good (if not better) than the arepas I had in Latin America. Cannot recommend this place enough.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good vegan options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Everything we got was so delicious and the entire restaurant is gluten free! We had the empanadas, arepa sandwich, and a cheesy plantain and it was all to die for! My boyfriend is celiac and felt great after eating here. Highly recommend anyone who’s gluten free go here!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


A GF kitchen, great food and huge portions. Eaten here several times now with no issues. The arepas are overstuffed with the fillings and the rice bowls are very generous

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


This place was amazing and the whole place was gluten free. We had the Carimañolas, Buñuelos, and two arepas: the garlic lover and the grilled beans and cheese. I can’t wait to be back in Portland to try more of their menu.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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 kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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It’s always a pleasure to eat somewhere I know I’ll be safe. I had the mushroom and plantain arepa with green spicy sauce. It was good, but a little dry, and the mushrooms weren’t as flavorful as I was expecting. Overall I think maybe I just chose wrong and am looking forward to going back and trying another arepa next time.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Average

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Food was delicious and 100% GF. Owner was very friendly too. There serve arepas (corn cakes stuffed with all kinds of fillings) as well as empanadas, bowls and some other lite bites. A change of pace for us and we thoroughly enjoyed it!

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Average

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


The food was amazing. Staff friendly. Highly recommended

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 3 years ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


The food was Amazing! Everything is GF.

Safety


Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

Quality & Quantity


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

— Excellent

Updated 3 years ago read full review

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