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4.4 (63 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Debbie F.

They were good, my last visits but they are approving things which now make them amazing to me. The bakery goods have stepped up to eloquent. These goods are any event presentation worthy. I cant get past the fresh pumpkin roll to try anything else...yet ...My order is always a bag of those delicious empandas to go with my roll and I am blessed.

Beau A.

We ordered a vanilla tea latte with two sweet bread and a Nutella knot. Very good. Fresh and delish.

Curvy Queen Arepas
Mike J.

Delicious, homemade taste. Tons of chicken salad in the arepas. Don't sleep on this place. We will be back.

Sydney T.

My mother in law really wanted to come here for her bday lunch. Heard a lot of great things about it. Walking in, definitely decorated well & nice. Lots of seating and room. Love the bakery case display in the front. My family loved looking at all the options. Everyone was just okay with the food. We all agreed the flavoring/seasoning wasn't the strongest & the shell flavor was very sweet. (Empanadas) Dessert, both cakes had a wet texture like tres leche and I'm not sure if that was explained while buying/asking what it was. I got the Nutella stuffed donut and I really enjoyed that! Customer service was great though! Very sweet staff. Will try again. Want to try a latte next time!

cold dessert case with parfaits, turnovers, flan, cakes, puddings, tres leches, etc.
Didi N.

We stopped by this place on a whim as we were driving home one day. Such a bright, clean, and welcoming atmosphere. Plenty of open space (it's where El Azul Agave used to be) and customer service was outstanding. The girl behind the counter was super sweet and friendly. She answered all of our questions and made sure we left happy. We picked up the following things to go (keep in mind food times are made to order so there may be a wait, but it's so worth it): We had some empanadas, café con leche (coffee with milk), and some desserts. Chicken empanada - 9/10 - no complaints here! The flavors are super good and the empanada crust was super flakey and fried to perfection! After one bite, I could not put it down. Salchicha empanada - 9.8/10 not sure if I'm correct on the filling, but my husband got it and he said it had some sausage, onion, tomatoes, peppers, and cheese inside. Regardless, it was absolutely delightful and every bite was a joy! I loved the sharp flavor of the cheese with the savory sausage. I believe it was their special empanada. Got some turnovers as well and they were both divine. They were the cold ones not the hot ones. They sell both kinds here and for the hot turnovers, they have apple and peach? flavors and the for the cold turnovers, they have Nutella, dulce de leche, and strawberry! They have numerous desserts to choose from like flan, puddings, donuts, cakes, tres leches, etc. They also have other menu items as well and we plan on trying more of their food options next time! Nutella turnover - 9/10- oh my goodness was this so soft, flakey, and filled to the brim with Nutella inside! It's topped off with fresh whipped cream and my husband and I were fighting for the last piece! It's not too sweet as well and it's definitely a dessert you can enjoy without being burnt out. Strawberry turnover - 7.5/10 - I didn't like this one as much. Still good and I loved how much cream they put. Reminded me of strawberries and cream to be honest! But the strawberry drizzle on top was a bit too artificial tasting for me. Nonetheless, it was still really delicious. Café con leche - 9/10 - probably the best café con leche I've ever had so far. I got it iced and the sweetness level, amount of milk and coffee ratio was perfect (for my liking). I got it with sugar free vanilla syrup and it was delicious!!! Overall, definitely a spot you don't want to pass on. The prices were super reasonable and affordable too! The turnovers themselves were massive and were only $2.50 each!!! Customer service is outstanding and it's such a cute café to work, study, go on a date, or treat yourself out.

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Jamie W.

Stopped by to get a to-go order of empanadas. The aroma coming from the kitchen was very enticing, and makes me want to come back to try more of their menu. The young lady at the counter was very patient and helpful with all of the customers. You order at the counter, so she had her hands full! And there are cases of delightful looking pastries and desserts to look at while you wait. I went with the Pabellon empanada & the Salchicha empanada. I also chose a chocolate/nutella brownie. I was a little concerned about the empanadas when I got home as they felt quite greasy coming out of their foil wrappers, but there was not a heavy greasy taste. The Salchicha was amazing. Filled with sausage and was delicious. I had the Pabellon at another time, and although good, with black beans & cheese, it was not one I would order again. The brownie was a disappointment. It was so very dry. I took two bites and tossed it. The frosting was dry and not creamy, and the "cake" part itself was so dry it was not pleasant. I will be back to try other things for sure. It was fairly busy for a late afternoon, so hoping it gets to stick around for a while!

Alysha G.

*please for give me if I don't remember all the correct names but Gabi or anyone at the register will help you and very friendly* My kids, mom and I had just left from a fingerprint appointment for me at UPS down blanding close to college road and I saw bakery and had to pull over because I started to have a taste for a sweet treat but I was surprised when I walked in and saw how cute it was. Loved that we came at the right time where it wasn't crowded so we could take our time to look at the display of deliciousness and look at the menu. Gabi was out cashier and she was so sweet and patient and recommended so many delicious things. First order was lol Pumpkin cake Cheesecake Ham and cheese Beef empanada Apple latte Second order Ham bacon cheese Beef empanada Drinks Third order Sample Everything and I mean everything we had was so fresh delicious and you taste the homemade in every bit. If it's not in the display case we did have to wait for it to be freshly made but it was quick and worth the wait. Gabi and her sister(I think) was so friendly and answered every question we had about something. I love that this business is family owned and they all work together. The food, experience and everything is a 100/10 for me and my family. Especially if my kids like everything they ate and drank and asked to come back, it is a win win for me.

Key lime pie & Nutella dessert
Tonya N.

I've lived in this area for three years and never knew this place existed. So glad we tried it! The food is delicious and service was perfection! We ordered empanadas, pastelitos and dessert (the dessert was to go). The young man who took our order offered to keep the dessert in the cooler and told us to let him know when we were ready for it. He noticed when we were finished eating and brought the to go dessert to our table without us having to ask. It's the simple things like that you don't see often in the service industry anymore, so it was very much appreciated. :)

Sampler
Rachelle S.

Avila is decorated very cute and kept very clean. Staff is really helpful and will explain the various pastries and street foods. The regular looking donut had caramel in it and was by far the best pastry we tried. Loved the various beef foods. That was my favorite. All the finger food was tasty and fresh. Food was sooooo good. The prices are so good. You'll get plenty under $30. Loved our experience and would love to try additional items.

Sai V.

Exceeded our expectations! When local Venezuelans recommend it and approve then it's a win! So delicious loved everything we ordered! Cheese was oozing out! Don't remember all the items we ordered but it was perfect and highly recommend it!

January V.

Looking for a place to eat before watching a show at Thrasher Horne. This place is conveniently located near it. We were impressed with the selection of bakery goods offered and the place being clean. The host recommended trying the Avila Sampler to get a little bit of everything. We liked the empanadas, arepas and tequenos included in the sampler. The 904 wings was also crispy and flavorful. The iced latte and cafe con leche was amazing. We will come back to try other things when around this area.

Maduros, pabellon arepa, and black beans and rice
Amanda S.

Overall, the customer service is great and the Venezuelan food is the best in the Jacksonville metropolitan area. We had the pabellon and llanera arepas, along with black beans and rice, and maduros. The food was decent but needed a little more flavoring/seasoning (my personal taste), especially the pabellon, which is my favorite arepa. Took some empanadas and arepitas home for the kids, which they gobbled up very quickly. They loved it all. The bakery looked fantastic, but did not get to try. We will definitely go back to try some other things. Happy to see this place in Orange Park!!

Domino arepa and appetizer sampler
Allison C.

We stopped in after seeing so many great reviews and it lived up to the hype. The tequenos were especially delicious. The pastry case was impressive and we look forward to trying some of those on our next trip

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This place is amazing - solid prices, sweet service, delicious food, coffee and pastries - definitely a new favorite. We'll be back often!

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4.6(337 reviews)
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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.

This place is so cool, the interior is sooo hip and industrial chic. I am a nonregular, regular…read morehere, any time I'm in the area I am coming to eat at Arepa Please! You should come here to explore a cuisine with Latin flavors. The drinks are so good, fresh juice offered everyday, the music is fabulous and the staff is very attentive and kind. Very good place for mild food, not too much spice and represents well here in Florida. Try it! Try something new! Puedes hablar espanol

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Wowza! I have wanted to stop here several times and just never made the turn. Tonight I changed…read moreall that, did a u-turn, and found my way over to the truck. There was a very polite young lady out front who was taking orders. I told her it was my first time, and asked for her suggestions. I'm a big Patacon fan, but she suggested a couple of other things, so I decided to go with Empanadas. I chose the pollo & queso empanadas. Food is cooked to order so you do have to wait a few minutes, but boy, oh boy, is it worth it. I took them to go, but just had to peek once I got to the car as they smelled amazing. They also included a sauce and napkins, which I appreciated. Once home, they were still piping hot. The chicken was stuffed so full I swear there was not any space left. The cheese was stringy and oh so good. These were probably the best empanadas I have ever had. The sauce was a great accompaniment as well. I can't wait to go back and try other items. I love Venezuelan food and I'm so excited they're not far from home. She told me they are usually at the spot Thursday - Sunday, 4:30 - close. r

I had pa que Ronald when it was first in Birmingham Alabama after driving past the unassuming truck…read morein the O'Reilly parking lot for a year. I had the arepas de pabellón, and I went back a week later and heard it moved to Jacksonville! 5 years later I still miss it, one of my top 5 meals I've ever had.

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4.4(34 reviews)
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I can honestly say I've had really bad luck in this place. Not only does the service take forever,…read morebut also it is just crappy food. I just think they don't try hard enough, the people working there perhaps are not properly trained, paid or it just comes all the way from the top. I went there to give them a second chance since I had previously tried them about a year ago and I thought the food was not good back then, but maybe since they have been open long enough, maybe it was that one thing I had. Well I was wrong, I ordered just some appetizers, not even a full meal or anything and they took almost an hour to bring it out!! I didn't want to complaint so I just took my food to go and left, but when I got home the mandocas I ordered were terrible, tasted like they just reheated them and didn't even have cheese or nata which is what they should come with, or how they are served in any Venezuelan place you go to. On top of that, I had asked for cilantro sauce for the tequeños, they said it was in the bag, and when I got home they just put garlic sauce in there!! I didn't even eat, what a waste of money and energy to go there. Terrible experience, I don't recommend the headache to anyone, it's just not worthy. Unfortunately.

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