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| - Looking to try Venezuelan food? Then look no further! This restaurant was my first time trying Venezuelan cuisine; I didn't even know what an Arepa was (lol). I noticed this restaurant was recently added to the Grabb App so I decided to give it a try. It is located in the Kensington Market area of Toronto. Their signature dishes are the Arepas! Food made of ground maize dough or cooked flour prominent in the cuisine of Colombia and Venezuela. It is eaten daily in those countries and can be served with various accompaniments such as cheese (cuajada), avocado, or (especially in Venezuela) split and used to make sandwiches (thanks Wiki).
Their Signature Arepas include the La Llanera Arepa (savoury steak with avocado and melted queso fresco), Chorizo Arepa (homemade sausage with melted queso fresco and avocado), La Reina Arepa (chunky chicken and avocado salad), Chicken Llanera Arepa (grilled chicken breast with roasted red peppers, avocado, and melted queso fresco), and Veggie Deluxe Arepa (fried plantain with avocados, tomatoes, black beans, and melted queso fresco).
Service was really quick! I ordered take-out using the Grabb App and it was ready for pickup within 6-8 minutes! I ordered the La Llanera Arepa and it was really good! The steak was juicy & tender! The condiments & toppings made it even better, especially the avocado!
The reason I am not giving them 5 stars is because the Arepas are a bit pricey for the amount you are receiving. I personally like to eat a lot so the portion I received was not enough for me. Maybe if they came up with an Arepa combo like adding fries and a drink, then that would justify the cost of the meal.
El Arepazo is a new restaurant located at Kensington Market and I'm sure they will work out the kinks for the prices of their menu. I will definitely come back here because of my new love for Venezuelan cuisine!
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