The food was good and the service was good. This was my first time having this dish and I would return.. the ambience is a food court, so don't expect anything special. I do think the price for what you get is really good. I'm not sure how long is South Bay Galleria is going to be here so check it out while it's still here. read more

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Inside the Southbay galleria mall food court you will find Arepas. Staff is friendly and talkative and offered suggestions but I already knew I wanted to try an empanada and chicken empanada. They were both ok. Sadly this food court and mall are becoming a ghost town. Only 3 businesses remain in the food court area. Bathrooms look newly remodeled and are nice. Free parking. Food court is near Macys on 2nd floor. read more

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This place is located the the south Bay galleria in the food court. Friendly staff. Food is made to order. The chicken was a bit dry and tough, but I already ordered it without cheese so maybe it would've been better with the cheese. I enjoyed the arepa montanera more. read more

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I ordered the chicken arepa, but it honestly felt more like a chicken burrito and I'm not complaining! It was so delicious that I ended up finishing the whole thing. The owner was very nice and took the time to tell me about the menu and his Colombian background. I came on a quiet weekday, and if no one is at the counter, make sure to ring the bell next to the cash register. I'm looking forward to coming back to try the smoothies and some empanadas. It seems like a small husband-and-wife operation, and everything is made to order. There's also plenty of seating available in the food court. read more

Arepa’s - chicken arepa - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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My husband and I were excited to try a local place for Arepas. We arrived at 6:30 pm on a Tuesday and it looked closed. There was another couple looking at the menu. Yelp states they close at 7pm read more

Arepa’s - Open hours - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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Awesome food I got a stuffed chicken arepa and it tasted really good. Service was also nice and friendly and the ambiance was just the food court. The food court when I went was pretty neat and quiet which I appreciated. I went here after a work training to wait out traffic (which never died down???!) but I'm glad I went here. The parking is free mall parking. I was so sleepy while eating so I don't know if that impaired my judgement but then again I'm almost always sleepy so take my reviews with a grain of salt read more

Arepa’s - Chicken arepa - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Was craving something small and found out about arepas and had to try some. A little discouraging at first since no one was at the front. I found out you had to ring a small doorbell. A nice man helped us, I got some meat, chicharrones arepas, chicken empanadas and mango juice. Never had arepas but regardless it was tasty. The empanadas were really small and cheap so I had to get like 6 of them. It was totally worth it. They were so good! Definitely coming back whenever I pass by! read more

I'm Colombian and everything i got was so good! Chicken and beef empanadas, buñuelos, meat arepas and obleas. Definitely coming back

Was attracted to this place based on the 5 star reviews. Did not disappoint at all! I ordered the plain arepa with eggs (scrambled) and the chicken arepa. For a mall food place, the presentation and packaging is admirable, and service was warm and homely. Most of all, both my orders had fresh tasting ingredients and great flavors! Reminded me of flavors back home in India. Especially the scrambled eggs, which were heavenly! This place is a gem! read more

Arepa’s - the inside of a restaurant - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Una delicia!! La presentación, el sazón, el sabor; todito tan buen echo! Recomiendo 10/10! Gracias parcero! read more

Arepa’s - Arepa rellena con carne y chicharrón - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Decided to get arepas instead of eating at the movie theater. The person was there at the counter and was available to take our counter. It was funny to watch people not see that there is a bell to ring if there's no other at the counter to take their order. It only looked like 2 people were working there. This also means that it can take a while to get your food. We got 3 stuffed arepas and was told it would take 10-15 min...it was more like 20-25 minutes. We got the chicken arepa, meat arepa, and the arepa montañera. All arepas came with their own sauce. Three split between 2 people was enough food. The chicken arepas comes with mushrooms. The meat arepa comes with meat and pieces of chicharron. The arepa montañera has guacamole, beans, chorizo, and chicharron. Surprisingly the montañera one was our least favorite. Don't get me wrong it was very good and despite the photo, the guacamole was throughout the arepa and not just at the top. The other two just had more seasoning that we enjoyed more. read more

Loved it! The area was great and I got the soup as well and it hit the spot! Go get a juice. Everything is fresh made to order right there.

The food here is made fresh and very tasty. I tried 3 different Stuffed Arepas - Meat, Hawaiian, and Carnitas. I enjoyed all of them but I think the Hawaiian was my favorite. It had ham, cheese, and big chucks of sweet pineapples. I also had a Passion Fruit drink which went well with the food. Their Empanadas are good too which I had in the past. The Owner is a really nice guy so come support this business and give their food and drinks a try. read more

Arepa's was my introduction to Colombian food, and what an introduction it was! Even more surprising is that it's family-owned, inside of the Galleria food court that's home to chain eateries like Hot Dog on a Stick and Panda Express. The person who took my order (who I assume is the owner) was very kind and extremely helpful when it came to suggesting which items to try out. I ended up opting for the Montañera arepa and a beef (listed as just "meat") empanada. Total came out to about $11, which was very affordable given just how massive the portions were for the arepa. It took about 15 minutes for the food to be ready, but that's because I arrived right when they opened and it was cooked to order. Again, the Montañera arepa was ENORMOUS, stuffed to the brim with guac, chicharron, chorizo, and I believe plantains?? The arepa itself was delicious, toasty and crispy on the inside, soft and tender on the inside. Interestingly, I found the texture inside to resemble that of mashed potatoes, which was surprising, but I'm all for it! The beef empanada was also delicious: the beef was so juicy and tender and the crust was sturdy, yet not too thick and overwhelming. I was worried the meat would be dry, but it was far from it. However, the real star of the show was the ají salsa. It went so well with the arepa and empanada, its acidity and heat balancing the grease and heaviness of the dishes themselves. I would've happily taken home a whole jar of ají, if I could! Definitely don't sleep on Arepa's-- come check it out! read more

Arepa’s - Montañera arepa, beef empanada, and Ají salsa - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Actually, I was surprised how affordable the Patacon with shredded beef! That was really interesting option. If you prefer something different and affordable, then look no further in the food court of south bay galleria. I am now tempted to try the empanadas next. I gave them a 4 star because I really picture the place having it's own restaurant setting and not at this mall. I support them and it's not many people working the counter on weekdays but worth waiting for the order:) the shredded beef was not salty enough if you prefer low sodium. Most ppl probably like it more salty or with a bit more sauce, actually just has cheese on top and I don't think its American cheese or cheddar haha. It has consistency of cottage cheese. The plantain was crunchy and not as soggy as I thought so I was surprised. Definitely worth trying and tasting each options here even the arepas which I haven't. read more

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Best arepa in LA. I went to Colombia and was looking for good arepa around, it's very hard to find in LA area. Everything tasted great and the person who took my order was so so nice, he asked if we wanted different type of meat since we took one out. He loaded those arepa. This place is a hole in the wall since it's in the mall no one suspects to be there. read more

Arepa’s - Meat arepa - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Taste of food (empanada y jugo de guanábana en leche) was amazing honestly. It's probably the best I've had for years around this area and the prices are pretty competitive. The size of the jugo was pretty big for 4 dollars but I was a little disappointed on the size of the empanadas although they were 2 dollars each. Service was quick and is nice that this mall is pretty empty so not much background noise read more

When this place opened, I was excited cause the arepas at Cafe Boliva in Santa Monica are the BOMB and I thought this place would be my local place for arepas. But each time I've come here, no one is at the counter and I have to wait for a few minutes before anyone comes out. I've been here twice now. The first time, it took a while before anyone came out. I ordered the arepa and though it was a decent size, the flavors were just ok. The arepas texture was not great and pretty bland and the meat inside was ok--- not what I was expecting. I tried it again recently and still the same. Meh. I tried to find my review from before but it was strangely no where to be found here. read more

Am i the only one who found this supbar and underwhelming especially reading all their raving reviews? We ordered the shrimp arepa, only to find out 5 minutes later they didn't shrimp in stock. They then offered to give me any other arepa but didn't offer to refund me as the shrimp arepa cost more. It made me feel bad to try and fight for that difference back since this seems like a small business owner but that rubbed me the wrong way and they didnt even try to make good with any other offers. Now on to the food, the arepa itself texture wise was grainy and flavor was blander than raw cornmeal. I struggled to enjoy either of the two i ordered. I also wish I never got the chicharrons because it was such awful quality. The only thing that I could stomach and put down was their empanadas. read more

Pésimo servicio , más de una hora esperando un pedido Y la atención al cliente terrible !! read more

Food was amazing, very authentic and amazing prices, our family got the lunch very generous, chicken arepa, and arepa montañera my favorite and empanadas with juices and pony everything for only $40 bucks!!! Super unexpected, delicious and un expensive, thank you ! read more

Arepa’s - Arepas space on the 3rd floor - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Good food Tasty ,I recommend,Good environment, I recommend empanadas Bandeja paisa etc etc etc read more

Dry Arepas, appetizer was a complete joke. No seasoning and very bland. Will not go back again.

First time trying this place out as well as it being my first time trying arepas lol. I came yesterday after work and purchased three arepas ( Meat Arepa, Carnitas Arepa, & Cheese Arepa ). They were all really delicious! I liked the Meat Arepa the best the flavor in the meat was so good! I would definitely buy it again. Though the cheese arepa wasn't what I expected but was still pretty good. For some reason I thought it would taste somewhat close to a pupusa but instead it was sweet I was so confused but like I said it was still pretty good. I'd probably consider it more as a dessert. Anyways the man who took my order was very nice and friendly. Also the food does seem to take quite a bit to come out so just be patient. (: The only thing I would "complain" about would be that they should give some type of spicy salsa to put on the arepas and they would've been chefs kiss! lol They do give you this pinkish sauce with it but it's not spicy at all it's actually a little sweet. Not really sure what type of sauces/salsas are eaten with these since it's my first time trying them but just a suggestion that spicy salsa would be soooo bomb with these! Definitely will be back! read more

Fui a comprar una arepa rellena, una oblea y una colombiana. Llego a la casa y la arepa era solo la mitad de la arepa y una masa con chicharrón. Espere más de media hora que disque se equivocaron con la orden, la oblea súper dura y les llamó q preguntar porque. El señor súper grosero y que tengo que ir ahí, a pesar de que estaba enferma fui otra vez y me dice déjame ver. En vez de pedir disculpas y ofrecer otra arepa bien hecha. Me dice a ver hazme los cálculos cuánto de debo! Y le dijo voy a ver al banco. Y me lanzo 14 y me dice te doy 14 a q no sufras. Nunca me había topado con alguien tan grosero en mi vida!! Esto no representa a los colombianos Si van a comer fíjense que les den lo q es y no lo q se le ocurre, es un señor grosero y que hace esperar a sus clientes porque no tiene un cajero y el mismo hace todo, cabe decir que el no usa guantes cuando va a la cocina. No vayan a este lugar porque hay mejores lugares colombianos y mejor trato read more

Called to place an order. Once I got there to pay & pick up my food the woman said they had sold my order & they no longer had any more. This is the SECOND time it has happened. Unprofessional & discontent is an understatement read more

Hubby and I wanted the empanadas! They were very tasty and flavorful!!! Then we ordered salchipapas...they were yummy Service was good. We even had La Nuestra Colombiana Coke! read more

Delicious fresh food at very reasonable prices. I had the vegetarian arepa. The arepa was crunchy outside and fluffy inside with a complex flavor and aroma. The fillings were generous, flavorful and crunchy, well sauced, and with a delicious side of piquant salsa that complemented the filling wonderfully. read more

IF YOU'RE WONDERING WHERE TO EAT, COME HERE. I got a Montañera plate & 2 empanadas to share. The empanadas are so crispy & STUFFED (like I am writing this out). The chicharrón is a must!! It's a lot of bang for your buck! read more

The empanadas here are sooo delicious! just be ready to wait a good amount of time for your food since they're so popular and seem family owned. Definitely coming back. The wait was worth it! read more

Arepa’s - Colombian Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Chicharrones were fire ! The man was so helpful and very descriptive of all the items. Everything is made fresh to order. Please support small businesses read more

Went to the food court on my way to the movies and saw this place which was new for me. Got one chicken and one beef Arepa. They were awesome. One would easily be enough to fill me up. Great flavor, great texture. Outside crispy, inside was chewy. Meat delicious and not greasy. This place is a hidden gem and in a different league than the other vendors in the food court. read more

I just discovered this gem in the South Bay. Colombian food at the South Bay Galleria? Yes please and Thank You! We ordered 2 empanadas de carne, 2 pan de Bono's ( cheese bread) and 2 smoothies passion fruit (maracuya) and guayaba. Everything is delicious, good flavor and fresh. The pan de Bono was super spongy and delicious. The empanada was loaded, did not hold back in the filling and the smell and taste was like 'home'. So happy right now. You can call ahead and order your food. read more

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Tried this place on a whim and so glad we did. It was our first Colombian food experience and we will definitely be back. The montenera arepa was so good! And we liked the chicken empanadas too. The guy running the place was super nice too and explained what arepas are and how you can order them (topped with things or stuffed) and said he'd modify anything if we wanted. The prices are also super reasonable and the food is very filling. Will be back! read more

I'm Colombian so I'm picky about my Colombian food. This is located at the food court and it doesn't taste like fast food from a mall. I didn't try the arepas this time. I had empanadas, pandebono, and the yuca with chicharrón. The chicharrón was sooooo good 10/10. The yucca was a tad bland but the sauces it came with made it better 8/10. The empanadas were okay 7/10. The pandebonos were delicious 9/10. read more

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Love their empanadas. Have always been well taken care of by the gentleman who runs arepa's.

This spot is delicious. I love their empanadas, both chicken and beef are delicious but I prefer chicken. Their arepa montañera is delicioussssss. Meat arepa is good only thing is el chicharrón can be a hit or miss. It's always good vibes when I order from here, only sometimes you have to ring the bell so they come to the front. Def would recommend! read more

Friendly service and great food. Located in the mall food court. Great selection of plates.

It's really good food and the people are nice and dedicate to us. Recommend this restaurant for trying good arepas.

Muy rico y todo es fresco. El señor es muy amable! Beef Empanada excellent delicious read more