Rica Arepa Venezuelan Restaurant
9 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
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
Review
this place is amazing. GF empanadas, tacos, arepas, and much more
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