Where have I've been? Why did it take me so long to have arepas? These are just a few questions that I had to ask myself after I had my first bite of their Pabellon. A few weeks ago was my first time to try Rika Arepa Express and also my first time to have arepas. Because I have no comparison, Rika Arepa Express is as good as it gets.
So what's the big deal? Lets start with the size of their Arepas. Their Pabellon (shredded beef, black beans, cheese, and plantains) is ginormous. The Pabellon is packed with about 3 oz of perfectly seasoned and shredded beef. There is no way you will be disappointed with this one if you're a carnivore like me. Stuff black beans, the cheese, and plantains and it's a match made in heaven. Although all of this is good on its own, it's Rika's arepas that makes this meal a big deal. The arepas is a flat bread made of corn and served warm with a little crunch to it. My goodness...I couldn't wait to come back. I didn't wait too long for round 2 and came back a few weeks later. This time I had their Pollo Asado (chicken, mozzarella, and their Rika Chimi-churri sauce). The Pollo Asado was pretty good, but I thought it needed more meat. My opinion, the Pabellon was better. Lesson learned...I will stick with what I like.
Pabellon ($6.00): http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=AulzUqyw86jIqrRrBqrf-g&userid=y3FcL4bLy0eLlkb0SDPnBQ
Pollo Asado ($6.50): http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=oe6pZk2_yxkfvo0vtG47Gg&userid=y3FcL4bLy0eLlkb0SDPnBQ
Tip To Self: I love how their arepas are warm and crispy. I may even ask if they can keep it grilled a little longer for some extra crunch.
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