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    Arepa Please

    4.8 (54 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Ian M.

    I found this place on Yelp after leaving Naval Station Mayport. The reviews and salads offered swayed me to try it and I was not disappointed! The service was excellent and the Gyro meat was some really of the best I've ever had! The seating area is small with only two tables and a bar area. There are a couple outside tables too for nice days. I saved it in my collection for a future return trip. Enjoy!

    Delicious tequenos
    Tina B.

    Such a cute spot. Yelp has never steered us wrong. Arepa please got great reviews and I can see why. I asked for recommendation because I couldn't choose which arepa to try. Without hesitation they said the special is the pabellon. The meat was juicy tender and perfectly seasoned. The tequenos were also fantastic.

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    Aaliyah G.

    I love love love this place!!! The food is great! The ambience is quiet and quaint, whilst very Latin. The people who work inside are kind and the recommendation the hostess put me on to was to die for. I came late last night with my two teenage nephews hungry and in a hurry to eat something yummy. Arepa Please is one of my go-to spots to bring visiting families. So, just as years passed, we stopped in to try something new. I ordered the gyro salad for the first time alongside cachapas and a hot cafe con leche per the instructions of the hostess. Everything came out well presented, seasoned and portioned. The boys enjoyed a burger (that didn't last long at the table) and a burrito so good the other one was long sleep in the car on the way home. Go here! And their riverside location! That's all.

    The queen
    Wade

    Very amazing food! I got the queen and the pabellon and was thoroughly impressed. It did need a touch of salt however great non the less also the plantains were superb. For the price it's really not bad. Highly recommend and service was quick and the beautiful mural on the side was the cherry on top!

    Elizabeth F.

    Yummy little spot! Counter service, easy ordering, and clean spot. 2 tables and some bar like seating available. There are also a few tables outside. Ample parking

    Lilian L.

    I've had arepas before but nothing quite the arepas from Arepa Please. These arepas are monstrously big, are packed with flavor. Overall, it's a casual venue for a quick flavorful bite.

    Orena W.

    I was hungry late late night and decided to give this place a try since I really like arepas. Also I really like how vibrant the restaurant looks from the outside. I just got one vegan arepa. When I ordered my food was ready very quickly. And when I took it out it was really hot. I was shocked by how much filling they packed into it. And their portion are very generous! I ordered the guacamole and beans and oh man! They packed in like 2 avocados into my arepa! It looked like mostly avocado. But I later found out the beans just fell to the bottom. But oh man I really enjoyed eating it! The straps was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and the filling was very flavorful. I really liked the green sauce that came with it. Totally recommend this spot right by the beach!

    Kathryn T.

    This was my first visit to the new AREPAPLEASE Atlantic Beach location. I decided to try an arepa I hadn't had yet & went with the Porko Loco (slow-cooked pork marinated in red wine, queso blanco). It was delicious! The pork was so flavorful and tender. My friend went with her usual, the Fancy Monkey (fried plantains, queso blanco, black beans, avocado). I tried a bite and it was great too. The arepas are huge so be prepared to leave with a to-go box. My friend's arepa had what looked like an entire small avocado in hers.

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    Leriza P.

    Shared parking lot gets a little busy, but you might get lucky. Also, might depend on the day/time. We went at noon on a Sunday, my friend got front row parking, we got lucky someone was leaving as we drove around the lot. Score! Seating is limited. Small space, but they made it work! Two tables in the front can seat group of 4s, the other seating is a bar top along the right side, with view of Atlantic Blvd. The sun might get hot in the afternoon (just a heads up), but they do have a sunshade. There are also a few small tables out front. Super cute decor along the walls. Order at the register. My friend got the Tequenos to share. Yummm. Think of it like mozzarella sticks, but Venezuelan style. Hehe. I got the Pabellon Arepa, yummmm. So flavorful and they fill it to overflow. I like the arepa, it's not too thick and grainy (like some places). I also got the chicken empanada, just because. Yes, it was a lot of food and I took other half home. I like the hats, too. Fun little spot definitely worth checking out! Oh! And they have the good ice! #iykyk Hehe. Yes, please.

    The Queen
    Alona Y.

    It was so so good that we forgot to take a pic on time. :) Delicious!!! And they are so friendly. Arepa was fresh, place is clean, good vibes. Definitely coming back!

    The Queen
    Brandy C.

    This new place is awesome. I have passed it many times and did not realize it was a restaurant. Luckily, my husband took me here to try it. It's a smaller location, with minimal seating, BUT SO WORTH THE VISIT. I ordered the queen. The young lady taking my order explained it would be served on a crunchy bread-type thing similar to a mix of cornbread and English muffin. Weird thought, but she was right. It was thin and crunchy and so, so good. The Queen is a Venezuelan chicken sandwich with avocado, and it came with a green liquid side. Do not know what it was, but it totally needed to be put on my sandwich. My husband got the Pabellon. He's a man of few words, saying it was great, and we will be coming back. We also ordered Yuka fries. I loved them. They were cooked evenly, and they were better than my husband's but I will never tell him that. Another favorite thing about this place for me was all the different types of handing art but all the subjects had on a white scarf with red dots. I wish I knew the meaning of that.

    Gyro
    Charlie Z.

    Service was great. Greeted with friendly faces and welcoming atmosphere. Food is cooked to order so its fresh. I ordered to go but was a cute little place! The gyro is packed with meat and lettuce and tomato, I ended up using a fork :)

    Mona Chicken w/ guacamole
    Amiyah G.

    I truly wish I could give them 10-stars! I'm a big fan of their Riverside location - but it is so far from me - so of course I was ecstatic to hear that they were opening a location in Atlantic Beach. I stopped by the new location for the first time today and I might have to go back tomorrow. My arepa was soooooooo delicious! I ordered my go-to - the 'Mona Chicken' with added guacamole and I'm still thinking about every single bite. It is so filling and comes with a sauce on the side (not sure what it is but it's super good as well.) They are a bit pricey, since everything is 'à la carte', but truly worth the cost! I will also note that this location is way smaller than the Riverside location.

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    Just try it! We stopped in to pass time and we were not disappointed. Everything we tried was good. The fries were unexpectedly delicious!

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    Cafe latte, guayoyo, all arepas potato salad is sooo good! cachapas....all good! Veerry Loooong time fan!!

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    4.4
    (627 reviews)
    16.0 mi
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    This is one of the top steak restaurants we have ever visited. When eating high fat or high protein…read morethis place is a great fit. The staff was very helpful and helped us choose items from the menu. The inside was busy and we sat at a booth. We were glad we made reservations as without them a seat might have been a challenge. The food was so good. The pork belly was shocking good. The rest of the food was very good and for steaks and meats we enjoyed them. This was our first Columbian steakhouse so we have no others to compare it with. We will visit them again.

    The place is unassuming but has a lot of charm! The staff are nice, kind, and full of smiles. The…read morefood was served in hearty portions and very appealing. I ordered a papaya drink, very fresh, an appetizer of fried plantain with cheese and guava sauce, and a marina combination for the entree which came with a tilapia filet, 4 shrimp, salmon, and 2 vegetable skewers. The plantain with cheese and guava sauce was new and surprisingly tasty. That's a first for me and I'd definitely enjoy it again. The entree looked great and had minimal seasoning. I added the sauces to add flavor and heat. All in all, it was too much in one sitting so I took it home. I would recommend additional seasoning for the seafood & a lemon to squeeze over it and wake up the flavor.

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    Dining room
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    Columbian Burger (comes w/ Fries) $15 ~ very good ~
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    Refajo (Beer + Columbian Soda) $8.75 ~ very refreshing ~
    Oaxaca Club

    Oaxaca Club

    4.2
    (208 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    Tonight was our first time at Oaxaca for a birthday dinner. I have to say it was amazing from start…read moreto finish. By the time we ordered the small plates and shortly after its arrival I was convinced we'd come back. Delicious! Flavorful, decadent and very fulfilling! From the Queso completo, Mexican street corn and the carnitas tamale rojo that was perfectly paired with a pickled flavored jalapeño made the dish alive and tapping with flavor dancing on the taste buds. I asked the server to surprise me between three dishes I couldn't decide from. Dom, you're amazing; kind, courteous and you really know how to make an everlasting impression so effortlessly. The star of the show was the whole grilled yellowtail chef's special with a tamarind ponzu sauce that he chose for me! What a way to wow your guest and make them feel safe with trusting the palette of the family that's working together. I have to say this dish was AMAZING, Craig (The Chef) came to greet us in the midst of our dinner, that was a first! Hands down best yellowtail. My bf doesn't even like fish and he couldn't stop from eating it and wished he'd ordered the special. It was a nice, cozy and modern space and I love the ambiance! Can't wait to come back! Thanks again Dom & Craig!!

    4.5 stars would be most accurate. Located in the heart of Jacksonville Beach, this fancy restaurant…read moreserves Oaxaca food from Mexico for both dinner and brunch. I had my first meal there when I visited Jacksonville Beach recently. Got the grilled bone-in yellow snapper, which was a daily special. Fresh, meaty, smoky. It was served with mixed greens and apple salad, some grilled green onions and freshly made corn tortillas. All paired well with the fish. The tortillas were about 0.75oz per piece. Moreover, the dish was served on a HUGE cutting board! I also ordered a side of Spanish rice, but surprisingly the manager took it off from my bill, saying that "[he was] glad that I enjoyed the meal so much"! The first meal was indeed impressive; it had been a while since I had had such Mexican food last time. So I decided to give it another try the next evening. Ordered the Carne Asada (asked for rare) and sub the beans with extra tortillas (to avoid high GI food). But the steak was disappointing: the first time it was served ~medium-well. The second time it was ~medium-rare so I did not complain twice. However, it was quite chewy. One reason was that, as you can see from my picture, the meat was not rest long enough before it was sliced and served. Service was good, friendly and quick. The restuarant was a bit noisy but I enjoyed the energy. Moreover, there were lots of beautiful decors and murals. I really like the tiger painted on the wall of their main dining area. So in short, I would recommend this restaurant if you like Mexican food. I would recommend the seafood and slowly-cooked stuff, like their short rib and pork shank. And I will dine in again the next time I visit Jacksonville Beach.

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    Cozy comfy seating for hanging out
    Cozy comfy seating for hanging out
    Macho Nacho
    Macho Nacho
    Pulpo (Octopus)

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    Arepa Please

    Arepa Please

    4.6
    (342 reviews)
    16.3 mi
    $$

    Came back when I was in town for work and it's still just as good! The staff is always so friendly…read moreand the food always hits the spot. I got the pabellon arepa and taqueños to go and there was a very short wait (they make the arepas fresh!), but it was so good. I also enjoyed house made mango juice which was very refreshing on a hot summer day. Parking is a bit tight, but there's more parking within walking distance. All in all, a very authentic, local spot.

    Enjoyed a lovely lunch with my bestie trying out their Arepas! It was a little after lunch rush but…read morestill had a good number of customers in the restaurant. The server was really friendly and recommended some great options for us. We ordered the following: 1) THE QUEEN - classic Venezuelan "chicken salad" with their home-made avocado mayo, cilantro and sliced avocados (also known as the Reina Pepiada). Fresh with a great balance of umami flavors! The cilantro green sauce was an amazing add-on with a little spicy kick! 2) PORKO LOCO - slow cooked pork marinated in red wine with queso blanco. Tender, moist, and very flavorful. Amazing! 3) CACHAPA - soft crispy pancake made with sweet corn and fried cheese in the middle. Flavor bomb of sweet and savory! 4) EMPANADA (BEEF) - tender, shredded beef with great flavor of savory. The dipping sauce was white, tangy, vinegary, creamy with a slight spiciness. Delicious! 5) SOURSOP JUICE - rare to find restaurants with this drink. Ate the actual fruits in my homeland in SE Asia. The juice was milky/creamy, sweet with an earthy taste. Great health benefits eating or drinking soursop -- antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, etc. Other notable item was the Passion Fruit Juice however, I did not try it. My bestie really liked it. Overall, wonderful experience at the restaurant of the food, service and great interior feeling creating a great ambiance. Definitely will visit again and try out more menu items.

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    Inside
    Arepa
    Arepa
    Interior design. Cute.

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    Interior design. Cute.
    Chancho King

    Chancho King

    4.7
    (132 reviews)
    18.7 mi
    $$

    Love the order at counter vibes, friendly staff. Busy place on a Saturday but the line and food…read morecomes out hot and promptly. First stop: cheesy yuka bites. Light, fluffy, cheesy, garlicky sauce with the right amount of zest spice. Melts in your mouth. How can I bring this sauce home?!?! Second up: main course. Chicken, pickled onions, and avocado w lime over crispy plantains. Do I need to move to Equador or just come here again? I will always give a high five to restaurants with gender neutral bathrooms!

    A late but worthy review…read more So I've been Chancho King before but this is my first time leaving a review. I've had the fried chicken and their butter noodles and they are really good! So we came the weekend of Jazz fest. We were out on Sunday and I was like hey let's go to Chancho King and try their ceviche. I wasn't a big fan of their ceviche I prefer it from a Mexican restaurant. However the plantain chips were a hit! I would absolutely go back and get those it was a nice snack I'm interested to see how they would taste with some guacamole I need to do that! And I'm an oyster loving girl-lala so I got 2 little cities oysters and they were nice and fresh. The two times I have been here the service has been great. For a Sunday it is super busy and the seating on the inside quickly feels up but I was so glad to be inside because the heat was too much. Nevertheless I will be back to try to more items from their menu.

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    Interior Decor/Menu
    Shoot sandwich
    Shoot sandwich
    Pan de yuca

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