I've been eating at El Arepazo since its early days on Pearl Alley when there was no where to sit. As a Colombian-American, I am proud of our heritage and cuisine, but there aren't always great places to eat besides at home. So it was some surprise to try bandeja paisa (traditional huge platter of various Colombian foods) and find it the best anywhere, including in Colombia. 25 years later and that still holds true. I have yet to find arepitas as exquisite of those of Carolina and Carlos, and they remain my standard (I think they are Venezolano, but does it matter? They are delicious and they are the best I've had). The cilantro salsa is unique and really adds to a lot of the foods they offer. My spouse is all about the maracuyá juice, and their options are worth sampling since its not usual for most Americans. For me it is comfort food not only as a Colombian-American, but as a (former) long-time resident of Columbus who at times craves reminders of the past. I've been to Pearl through its incarnations, then Gahanna, and now this Brewery District location. This one is my favorite of the three, with nice space and a great Latin atmosphere. We were there recently on a Saturday and had top-notch service, and even a visit from Carlos to reminisce about old times. El Arepazo is a Columbus institution. If you are curious about Latino food, and Colombian/Venezuelan cuisine in particular, it is THE place to start. Columbus is lucky to have a restaurant like this that beats out anything in Queens, Elizabeth NJ, Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, and would give places from Bogotá to Caracas a run for its money. It's legit, its delicious, it is attractively priced, the location is great, the staff is warm and friendly. 10/10. Stop reading and go eat there! read more

I am writing this review because I am extremely frustrated by the lack of communication I have experienced with Carlos, the owner. On Saturday, August 8th, I took a friend to breakfast at First Watch, across the street from Arepazo. I parked in a legal parking space in front of Arepazo at approximately 10:30 AM and left around 12:30 PM. Later that day, I discovered that the front passenger door of my Jeep Grand Cherokee had been badly dented. At first, it looked as though someone had purposely kicked it. I retraced everywhere I had been that day in an attempt to determine exactly what happened. After reviewing my home security camera footage, I was able to narrow down when the damage occurred. The footage clearly showed that when I backed out of my garage to go to breakfast that morning, my passenger door was undamaged. When I returned home after breakfast, the damage was clearly visible. A few days later, after Arepazo reopened following Sunday, I called the restaurant and spoke directly with Carlos. I explained what had happened and told him that I had noticed security cameras on the restaurant that appeared to be pointed toward the area where my Jeep had been parked. Carlos confirmed that the cameras were working, although he told me the resolution probably would not be good enough to identify someone's face. I explained that I wasn't concerned about identifying a face--I simply wanted to know what happened to my vehicle. Carlos assured me that he would help me figure out what happened and promised to get back to me. It has now been two weeks. My insurance estimator has since inspected the Jeep and determined that the damage is consistent with someone's body having been slammed into the passenger door. The estimated repair cost is approximately $3,300. Despite Carlos telling me he would help, I have not heard from him. I have called several times and left messages with multiple staff members, including his manager, Brent. On Tuesday, August 18th, at approximately 6:30 PM, I finally went to Arepazo in person. I spoke with several employees, including Brent. Brent went into the back to call Carlos. After approximately 15 minutes, he returned and told me that he had just spoken with Carlos and assured me that Carlos would contact me. He still has not. Is this a review of the food at Arepazo Tapas Bar and Grille? No. Is it a review of the restaurant's service? Not exactly. But I do believe it says something about how the owner treats people. I wasn't asking Carlos to pay for the damage. I wasn't accusing Arepazo or any of its employees of causing it. I was simply asking him to follow through on his promise to check security footage that might show what happened to my vehicle while it was parked directly in front of his restaurant. I even told Carlos and Brent that I would gladly come back and eat at Arepazo if they would simply help me with the security footage. Apparently, after two weeks, several phone calls, multiple messages, an in-person visit, and two separate assurances that Carlos would contact me, getting back to me isn't a priority. That's disappointing. Sometimes how a business owner treats someone when there is absolutely nothing in it for him says more about the business than the food ever could. I guess Arepazo has enough business that Carlos doesn't need mine--or that of the friends and family I might otherwise have recommended to his restaurant. read more

Came by Monday with friends! Not sure if they take reservations but they weren't busy so we walked right in and got a table. To start, we got beers and margs. Not bad but nothing special. We also shared the shrimp ceviche. Good flavor but strange texture with the toasted nuts. The food seems like it's fusion as my friend and I both got chilaquiles but the chips were already broken apart and mixed with the meat. Still tasty but not what we expected. My other friend got the patacon, which basically looked like a salad. Far from the usual plantain fritters with toppings. Only one of my table mates ordered something that sounded like what was expected, the Ecuadorian churrasco: sirloin, eggs, fries, rice, and salad. For dessert, we got the flan and tres leches cake. There was a hair on the cake and they quickly gave us a new slice. Good but the flan could've been better. The cake was good though. Nothing was too sweet which was perfect. Overall the food was good but not as authentic as we had hoped. The service was also a bit slow. It was a slower evening but it took a while to get our drinks. Our server was really nice though. We ordered his recommendations. I'm not too familiar with parking around here but there were parallel spots in front. I parked in the garage at the back. Around $6 for two hours. read more

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I ordered food to be delivered. Never received the food and did not get refund or any communication with the restaurant. I left an unreturned message. Phone goes to a voicemail and unable to talk to a person. read more

I really wanted to love this place. Got a pisco sour and there was no price on the menu. To my surprise, it was $14 which is atrocious for a bad cocktail. My food was good until the end and then it was an absolute salt bomb. Service was fine like nothing stood out so that's not bad right? Overall the price for everything here is just too high in my opinion for the quality of what you get regarding the service, food, and drinks. read more

Great time here! Came for dinner at the suggestion of a friend, and they delivered! Sat on the patio which was very nice. Food was delicious and came out fast. Had the Colombian Bandeja Paisa which was enough food for two meals for me and amazing. Also had the Venezuelan Empanaditas as an appetizer and strongly recommend. Our server Marte A was very friendly and knew the menu well. One thing to note, there is free parking in the back; on the street is metered. read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Colombian Bandeja Paisa - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Food was amazing. Service was fantastic. We came in kind of late and loved the restaurant read more

We came on a Friday evening around 7pm hoping to find a new spot to enjoy with friends and maybe share on Fork Around and Let Jess Tell It. After leaving Speck (no reservation, 3-hour wait), we pulled up Yelp to search nearby options. Arepazo looked promising, so we decided to give it a try. The interior was inviting--warm lighting, rich brown leather booths, and menus that felt clean and well-made. At first glance, the menu seemed full of options. We were especially interested in the empanadas, but then noticed they're only served from 11-2. For a place named Arepazo, that was disappointing. Still, we wanted to stay open-minded. Anthony, our server, was fantastic--friendly, professional, and offered recommendations right away. For about five minutes, it almost worked. We started to feel like maybe we'd been too quick to judge. But then one of my friends picked up her shot glass and spotted several tiny fruit flies floating in the drink. The mood shifted instantly. We pointed it out, and Anthony was sincerely apologetic and handled it professionally. We appreciated that, but ultimately closed out without ordering food. Overall: Great service and a nice atmosphere, but the drink issue and limited menu made it hard to want to stay. If you visit, maybe aim for lunch and check your glass first. Two stars--one for the space, one for the server. read more

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Was traveling here and didnt know where the good restaurants were. Went to Google and narrowed it down to this one. We walked in around 530 on a Friday night and the restaurant appeared to be quiet. However, as we were seated at our table we could see that it was busier than it initially looked. The food was exactly what we were looking for. It wasn't too expensive (part of what we got was also on happy hour) and it was very flavorful. Furthermore, the food arrived quickly after the order was placed and arrive hot. I love when food arrives hot. The restaurant itself had a fun and clean atmosphere/ambiance. I was there with family but could also see going there with a partner too. We walked there so idk about parking. There was some street parking in front of the restaurant and maybe some more in the back but I am not sure read more

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We wanted to take my father-in-law out for lunch and after our first choice was closed, we stumbled upon Arepazo Tapas Bar and Grille--and I'm so glad we did! The restaurant is bright, colorful, and full of beautiful murals. It really gives off a modern Spanish restaurant vibe. For appetizers, we tried the mixed empanadas made with cornmeal--they came with cheese, spicy, or plain options and a side of cilantro sauce. Absolutely delicious. We also had the chimi flatbread, which was packed with flavor, and the steak was tender and yummy. For entrees, I went with the steak arepas and a side of tostones, while my father-in-law and husband shared the bandeja paisa. My arepa was fantastic--I finished the whole thing! The tostones were authentic, perfectly crispy, and we shared them. Everyone really enjoyed their meals. Even though the portions were generous, we ended up finishing everything. Bonus points for the jumbo margaritas--they were just as good as they sound. The staff was friendly, helpful, and our food came out in a reasonable amount of time. We'll definitely be coming back, next time bringing the little ones! read more

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I think there used to be one in Gahanna, where Marlowe's is now. It was very good, and so is this one. I got the pabbellon criollo, a nice platter of meat, plantains, rice, and beans. And arepitas, little corn balls. I had shredded beef; you can also get chicken. It was tender, and well flavored. I did ask for hot sauce on the side, little cups of creamy green sauce that had a decent heat and added a nice flavor. The rice was perfect. The beans were darn good. The plantains and arepitas were perfect little bits, adding some variety to the dish. I devoured it all. Also got a blackberry juice, with milk. Creamy, tasty, very good. Service was great. I like the atmosphere- a bit dark, interesting decor, comfy seating. Parking was reasonably available on a Thursday evening. Only disappointment? I ordered tres leches cake to go, and left it there. Didn't even realize it till I was too far gone. I cussed so loud I was afraid neighboring cars heard me. But no; too cold so windows up. Sigh. It looked good. read more

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Flavor bomb here! My go to dish is the Patacon. Add that cilantro sauce and you are in smack yo mama territory! Empanadas are money also. A definite go to when in the Brewery District read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Patacon pork - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I was pleased to find great menu items from across South America and a couple of Colombian beers. A great find in Columbus.

The service here was really awkward from the moment we walked in. The host just showed us to our seats without saying anything we could hear, and the waitress was really pushy and overly comfortable with us. I planned to order wine, but when I did, waitress looked at me like I was crazy and asked if I wanted sangria instead. I laughed it off and said "no thank you" because the price was suspiciously unmarked, and I just didn't want it. (In fact, many things on the menu don't have listed prices.) She asked if I was sure, so I asked how much it was, which was at least $4 more than what I wanted. "No thank you." I order my wine. She comes back a few minutes later and says she got it down to the price of regular wine. This was sweet of her but also just not necessary or asked for? I ended up just getting it instead because she so strongly wanted me to try it. It was good but still just not what I was wanting and not outstanding at all. In addition to all this, I don't remember what was said, but the waitress laughed and touched our arms, like she knew us. We had been inside for a total of 10 minutes, so I don't think we were friends enough for that to be comfortable lol. Definitely wasn't for us. Anyway. The cilantro sauce is really good! It made my chicken arepa go from a 3/5 to a 4/5. I don't have much desire to come back, but if I did, I would buy a bottle of the cilantro sauce to go. Highly recommend! The spicy one is veryyy spicy - too much for me personally - so I'd recommend starting with the regular unless you're up for that. I don't remember the dish my partner got, but it was unbelievably salty due to the shredded beef. It was so salty we had to take half of it to go to eat with rice at home. Overall, just wasn't impressed by this trip and didn't have anything other than the sauce that would incline me to come back. read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - chicken arepa - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Visiting Columbus and my friends brought me to this little place along South High Street. This is a Latin fusion restaurant- it offers dishes from Venezuela, Columbia, and Ecuador largely as that is where the owner and chef hail from. There's a few Mexican and Peruvian dishes scattered throughout the menu. Cute location, outdoor seating, friendly staff. I should note the place boasts an impressive mixed drink menu. We started with tequenos- which i can best describe as a mini stuffed bread stick. It's served with a spicy cilantro sauces. Very good. Next we got the empanadas. Now I'm generally not a fan of Columbian or Venezuelan empanadas but these were pretty good. The corn dough was crispy and the shrewd beef flavorful. As someone Peruvian by heritage I decided to venture out and try a columbian dish. I went with the bandeja paiso. Be advised: this is not for the faint of heart. You get steak, chorizo, chicharron PLUS Rice and beans with a fried egg on top. Oh and for good measure fried plantains. I enjoyed this dish -- what I could finish of it that is. Easily something split between two people. Anyways, this is a nice stop if you are visiting Columbus. My mark down was for getting my steak well done instead of medium otherwise good food for a reasonable price with nice ambience. read more

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Food is phenomenal, fun artwork on the walls, service was great. Parking: parallel parking on high street Dining: indoor and outdoor options read more

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Had a fantastic experience at Arepazo with my family. We had a reservation for 10 people and were seated in our own private area on a little stage. It was such an amazing experience because we were able to talk and enjoy each other without anyone right beside us. We enjoyed this meal the day before Thanksgiving which meant happy hour was still going on. They have a good selection of drinks and some appetizers that are included in this menu. Happy hour goes Monday through Friday from 5 pm until 7 pm. There is $5 cocktails, $5 appetizers and $1 off draft beer and wine. We ordered the Venezuelan Empanadas which were very delicious. It comes with three corn meal empanadas: 1 shredded beef, 1 shredded chicken, 1 black bean and cheese. Their cilantro sauce was my favorite. For my main entree, I ordered the fish tacos. It comes with three flour tortillas with breaded cod, green leaf lettuce, pico de gallo & avocado, corn salad. The portions are huge and ingredients were so fresh. My cousin got the tostado which is pictured as well with a corn tostada, black beans, rice, green leaf lettuce, plantain slice, mozzarella-provolone cheese, avocado, sour cream, pico de gallo and choice of protein. All options at this restaurant are fantastic. I cannot wait to go back to this restaurant as our new tradition for a family meal before thanksgiving because it was just a perfect option for us! read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Fish Tacos - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Hands down the BEST EMPANADAS in the city. Also their cilantro cream sauces either regular or spicy are to die for. I've been going here for decades even as far back as when there old location was tucked in those back alleys behind the State Office Tower downtown. These aren't little half hand sized empanadas the majority of places in the city serves, these are HUMONGOUS! The massive empanadas, quality, and tastes have not changed even while moving to their newer location. One empanada makes about two meals ITS THAT BIG! In the past I've tried their other offerings with the rice, beans, eggs, sliced sausages etc which are all good, but my regular order is their MIXED EMPANADA with CHEESE as it's always a HOMERUN. Their plaintains are great as well! read more

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Arepazo was a hit! We started with the empanadas and tequeños--both were delicious, and the cilantro crema dipping sauce that came with them was fantastic. For our mains, we had the patacón, chilaquiles, corn cake, tostada, and seco de pollo, with a mix of chicken, pork, and chorizo. Everything was super flavorful and perfectly seasoned--no bland bites here. The margaritas were excellent too--great flavor and just the right amount of kick. The restaurant has beautiful artwork and vibrant decor that really adds to the experience. Service was friendly and attentive. Definitely recommend if you're looking for fresh, authentic Latin food! read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Chorizo Chilaquiles - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I always enjoy the food at this restaurant, which is why I'm so bummed that the other locations closed! I hope this one stays strong because the food is excellent and the prices are reasonable. I wasn't insanely hungry when we last visited, so I ordered the appetizer of steak taquitos. It was the perfect amount of food! The cilantro lime sauce is delicious by itself, but on the tacos, it's ~delicioso~. I love when tacos only have a few ingredients and can still pack a flavor punch. Our waitress was busy, but did her best to tend to us in a timely manner. She was very polite, as was the entire staff actually! Because we were heading to a ball afterwards and were dressed formally, all the staff complimented our group. Very kind! It's a chill environment. Whether you're dressed up or down, you won't feel out of place. I'll definitely be back! read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Steak Taquitos appetizer - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I usually order Arepazo through DoorDash but finally was able to dine in. The restaurant is a beautiful space. It was quiet when we went. Our service was fantastic. The food was even better when it was fresh and not sitting in a delivery car for overly long. I love getting the patacon. The flavors blend beautifully together and it is a fresh feel good meal. Their cocktails are colorful and taste fantastic. I am a fan of Arepazo and its menu offerings. read more

I'm amazed I've never left a review for Arepazo before, this is one of my absolute favorite restaurants in Columbus. Do I even need to sing the praises of the cilantro sauce? The sauce is iconic, I've bought so many bottles and will put it on every dish imaginable. Everything on the menu sounds amazing but I'm pretty stuck in my ways and get empanadas or an arepa with an egg. The side of arepitas drenched in spicy cilantro sauce is truly a perfect snack. The last few years I've been opting for take out, and this is one of the few restaurants I've literally never had an issue with. The food is always ready when it supposed to be, is always hot when I get it and the staff is always very nice. It's obvious they're really putting in the effort to make sure customers are getting good food. I'll always and forever list Arepazo in my top five places to eat for friends visiting Columbus! read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Shredded pork arepa with an added egg - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I went here with my partner and their friends on a Friday night. We were a party of 6. The service in terms of being able to order appetizers/drinks was slow. In fact, our main course came out maybe 2 minutes after we ordered an appetizer and we chose not to order drinks at that point. We would have enjoyed drinks/apps first while we waited. I ordered a vegetarian arepa. It was good and there was plenty of their house cilantro sauce. It oddly included rice but it did make it more filling that way. Glad I came here to try it. Next time, I'm going to order their sweet corn dishes! read more

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I love Tapas!!! Food is great. Good atmosphere. Tapas are small plates meant to get many and share or order more. Perfect portions I think. Great location. Great date spot! Fun. Last time I was here they had dancing! That was fun! read more

I love this place. The sweet corn with chicken is amazing. I get it every time we come here. The staff is good and I didn't have to wait for a table. I sat in the bar area which was nice. Great job as always read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Chicken Sweet Corn Cake - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Amazing food and a great relaxing atmosphere. One of my favorite restaurants in Columbus.

Happen to be around the Brewery District and browsing on some food around the area for lunch. Spotted Arepazo and I think it is my first some trying Venezuelan Food. It did take me a few minutes to read through the menu and glad they have some picture reference on it. The staff is super nice and patiently explained some menu items to me. There is so many things that I want to try and I ended up with Papa Criolla and Bandeja Paisa. I love the Bandeja Paisa and everything in it is so good. It is like a meat platter that are loaded with flavors and some side items as well. See below on all the items that come with the platter. My favorite from the platter will be the Colombian chorize and the chicharron. The casing of the Colombian chorize casing is crispy as you bite down and the filling is soft and juicy, along with a hint of smokiness. The chicharron is the deep fried pork belly. Super crispy and the fatty part will get slowly submerge in your mouth as you chew up the piece. Papa Criolla | Colombian potatoes garnished with cilantro, sea salt & lime Bandeja Paisa | Colombian chorizo, chicharrón, grilled steak, sunny side up egg, fried plantains, rice, pinto beans & arepitas read more

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Used to love this place but..... We ordered carryout today to take to our daughter who just had a baby. Unfortunately they had errors on every part of our order (forgot all of our sauces and silverware). and missed one of our sides completely. When we called to let them know about the order we spoke to Carlos the owner and he was far from nice. He offered to credit us for the missing side - I sugeestd that maybe something more may be on order due to all of the errors - and suggested a $10 gift card. Carlos told me he was not going to do anything since I "demanded" something and was very argumentative ! I used to go there since they opened their first shop on Gay street - but no more based on his very rude behavior read more

I love arepazo! Every time I go here ...the food is great, the service is good and the ambiance is perfect. I usually order a fish (I think tilapia) salad and love it but this time I wanted steak and I don't think I'll ever order anything else. Cooked perfectly, juicy and tender with some char on the outside. Served with a soft cooked egg (I know weird but it's great) and holy crap...their chimichirri is fire! My friend loved it too...she had never been here. Don't forget the hot sauce. It's the absolute best! read more

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Go eat here! Gotta try it if you haven't already. They do take reservations and practice and observe COVID-19 safety precautions which was perfect. The food really is that good and absolutely worth the visit. Second time dining here and it's been consistently delightful. Only slightly negative comment was the service was beyond slow. Took a long time before dishes and for refills. The server was friendly and didn't really bother us too much in the time. Maybe recommend placing the dinner order with the appetizer or at the moment it's dropped off and not finished. And maybe asking for the bill at the time desert was dropped off. Also the server was helping to make drinks too. All of that added to the time but server was friendly and service was good and we were not in a hurry. We started with the Venezuan Empanaditas ($12) - and split three corn meal empanadas: 1 shredded beef, 1 shredded chicken, 1 black bean and cheese so we both could eat half of each. The fried shell was perfect and the beef was my favorite of the three bit all were really good. You could eat just a plate of these and it would be fine. For dinner we both had the Peruvian Lomo Saltado ($16) - sautéed steak with red wine & soy sauce reduction, onions, tomatoes & fried potatoes. Served with rice, plantains & avocado. We split a Tres Leches Cake ($7) for desert. Though I come here for the Lomo Saltado, this is my Fav! Make sure to try both the creamy cilantro sauce both Hot and Mild to find the perfect sauce for you. Venezuelan Empanaditas, Peruvian Lomo Saltado, and Tres Leches cake! It was a perfect dinner. read more

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I can say that the food here has been approved by the family. Ask for the spicy cilantro sauce read more

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Stopped here for happy hour with some co-workers. Their happy hour runs 5-7pm Mon-Fri. The happy hour specials include $5 margaritas or sangria, $5 appetizers with 3 to choose from, and $1 off draft beers -- not too shabby. The inside is way bigger than I was expecting, and they even have a private back room that I'm assuming can be rented out for events. Our server was attentive and friendly, but we were only 1 of 2 tables that night. I started off with the tequenos (comes with 4), which in layman's terms is a Latin/Central American version of mozzarella sticks. They came out quickly, but the outer breading didn't have all that much flavor aside from dipping each bite in cilantro sauce. The draft list is short and too the point -- 5 options total with 3 being Modelo, Dos Equis and Pacifico. For an entree, I went with the chicken Arepa since Arepa is in the name of the restaurant. It looked small, but it was packed with ingredients and ended up being pretty filling. However, the chicken for me was pretty dry, again having to douse each bite with the cilantro sauce. However, given the variety of menu options I may find myself back here to give it another shot! read more

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Authentic and appropriately "suped up" arepa for westernized clients -- its a rarity to find a Venezuelan-style arepa restaurant and bar that employees a well/traveled English/Spanish staff, warm colored ambience, and high night out food in the often forgotten high street shores of the Brewery District. Distant positioned from the Short North, campus, Clintonville, and Worthington, El Arepazo's location on the south side is visible gold bullion on a High Street island that has mostly been abandoned in recent years. Copious/Notes used to be a draw across from El Arepazo, bringing in thousands of guests in 2015-2018. Now, there's a Local Cantina, Antiques on High, Chipotle, First Watch, and a niche rock venue around the corner... the area is comprised mostly of attorney offices and heavily reserved parking spots, but if you seek it out like a travel destination, El Arepazo truly becomes a place to arrive and enjoy. When seated and speaking Spanish cordially with the well-traveled server, I was transported back to memories of the northern coast of South America, backpacking in hostels, and turfing through the Minca jungle on mud-ready motorcycles. It takes a lot to send me 2,000 miles south, but El Arapezo did just that. read more

Lindsay J 6 reviews·2 photos This use to be one of my favorite restaurants. But because of inconsistency of service, the way food is prepared, and the change of the menu, I'd advise against dining here. Firstly, I've been coming here for years. I usually come once or twice a month. Today I ordered the lomo saltado and it apparently no longer comes with plantain or avocado. When I asked about it, the lady told me they changed the meal to accommodate for have a larger of portion of meat. BS! It was actually less meat; all I could see was fries. That may have worked had I not been ordering the same thing for 6+ years. I also took a break from this place in 2021 bc I was damn near accosted by the prick manager for picking up my to go order. He literally followed me out to my car screaming--in front of a patio full of customers--and demanded I show my ID. Weird behavior since looking for your name and picking up you food has always been the procedure. It was very embarrassing. Anyhow, the lady nicely refunded my money tonight--which accounts for the one star. My BF also alerted me that they took the burrito off the list (his fave). So, we have no reason to return. Damn shame. read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Rotten avocado--you shouldn't have! *insert eye roll emoji - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Fabulous take out experience! I would do it again in a heartbeat and I highly recommend it. My team and I were having a virtual "lunch and learn" together and I've been wanting to try Arepazo out for a while now. I ordered through their website online and it was extremely easy to do. I also paid online, which made this process even easier and contactless. After browsing through the reviews I decided on their crab cakes and a black bean empanada. I also got a bottle of their cilantro sauce since everyone was raving about it. My food was available for pickup within twenty minutes or so and as I pulled up to the restaurant, I couldn't believe I had driven by it so many times. It's located right off High St. in the middle of the Brewery District. There's even outdoor seating folks! When I walked in there wasn't an employee in sight but my food was ready for me. They have a designated pickup spot right inside for all carryout or delivery orders. I grabbed up my order and I was quickly headed back home to eat. Everything was still piping hot and for starters, I could not believe how big the black bean empanada was. For comparison sake, it was about the size of my face. No lie! I ended up saving that for dinner and I'm so glad I did. I easily heated it back up in the oven and it was delicious. The crab cakes came with rice, black beans, and plantains and this was more than a filling lunch. The crab cakes were crispy on the outside and moist inside, the black beans were amazing, and the plantains (while a little mushier than I like) were flavorful. I couldn't stop eating it and I was so glad I purchased a bottle of the cilantro sauce. It was indeed delicious and I can't wait to add it to my meals at home. If you're looking for Latin American food, they have it and it's definitely worth a visit! read more

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Venezualian food is a wonderful discovery. This restaurant is within walking distance of the always lovely courthouse. The coffee was hot and strong and the beef dish was extraordinary. I can't remember what it was called but it had plaintains on the bottom, spicy beef, sour cream, lettuce, cheese, and avacado. The accompanying green sauce was exquisitely spicy. All in all, a beautifully balance of flavors. Will go back ! read more

Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Strong coffee in a pretty cup - Venezuelan Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Love this place! Their food is so tasty! you can order almost anything on the menu and it will be good. The servers are friendly and make the experience better. The only downside is that if you go during a busy time, parking can be a bit difficult to find. Still, totally worth it! read more

Had a great night at Arepazo Bar and Grille. We were greeted by Carlos and he was the best. Ashely our server recommended some good dishes. We ordered the Sweet Corn Cake and Chilaquiles. Both dishes were so yummy. Brian the bartender stopped by and got us right together with a margarita. I loved how everyone was super friendly and stopped by for a chat. Stop by and check them out sometimes. read more

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Latin America eatery close to home. This place is authentic and all the food tastes fresh. Portions were of decent size and left you feeling satisfied. The ambiance is very casual family feel and perfect for groups. They also have a bar area which great for catching a game or trying out their delicious drinks. Staff were welcoming and friendly and they checked on our needs and filled every single one. Tips to make your visit a success: 1) Cilantro sauce is a must have. The cilantro sauce is amazing and goes with anything on the menu. They even have it available to buy by the bottle. Stock up and enjoy. 2) Explore the menu. The menu has some things you will see at other restaurants and some you don't like chicharrones and tostones. The more you try different things from the menu the more you will come to love this place. Make a trip to Arepazo and get the Latin America flair and fine dishes!! read more

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We ate outside in their cafe seating area on a beautiful evening. So fun. Our server was professional, friendly and patient as we asked questions about various dishes. But the Star of the evening was the food! So unique, creative and delicious. Nobody in town has these offerings. Mixing plantains, steak, chorizo topped off with a fried egg and more was splendid. We don't eat here often enough! read more