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    Hola Arepa

    4.3 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    HOLA AREPA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Cuban Arepa
    Sef E.

    Super cute restaurant! The lighting was super fun, darker but with many colors and a cute patio for outside seating. There was a small parking lot if you're lucky! Service was very quick and attentive. We got the arepas, and they did not disappoint! Super filling and paired with the fried yuca they were delicious. Loved eating here!

    Cuban Arepa
    Kassie K.

    Hola Arepa is a unique and flavorful spot in southwest Minneapolis. The restaurant is small but mighty. They have a GREAT patio for the warmer months. I find myself here often to enjoy their expansive menu of Latin inspired dishes and fun cocktails. They also play into fun themes around the holidays and throughout the year with themed drinks. The hallmark of Hola Arepa is of course their stuffed Arepas, which are Venezuelan style. Arepas are made in house every day using cornmeal dough (which is gluten free!). The Arepas are stuffed with various meats, veggies and toppings, and surely there is one for everyone on their menu. My favorites are the Cuban Arepa and the Shredded Beef and Sweet Plantain Arepa. They have both an aoli and a chimmichurri sauce to choose from for dipping. Lastly, their Yuca fries deserve a special call out- they are the best Yuca I've found in the twin cities. They are so crispy and light. Everything pairs well together, and is flavorful and consistent. This is a staple for me in the cities!

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    Kavitha P.

    Nice casual restaurant Cute tropical vibe, especially like their patio in the summer Arepas are decent, I prefer most of the fillings than the actual arepa(that's just me) Yucca fries are okay Cocktails are good Service is fine Street parking

    Shawn B.

    Hola Arepa is usually a slam dunk, and this visit was no exception for flavor--their take on Latin street food is genuinely fantastic. I had the Black Bean and Queso Fresco Arepa and the fillings were spot-on: flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and the sauces were vibrant. The cocktails are also a highlight and the vibe is always fun and lively. However, there was a noticeable slip this time: the food was served a little cold. It's such a letdown when a dish that is meant to be warm doesn't have that piping-hot fresh-off-the-griddle feel. It dampened the experience, which is a shame because every ingredient tasted great. Service was friendly and fast, as usual. I'm definitely a repeat customer and know this place can deliver 5-star food. Hopefully, the kitchen can dial in the temperature next time because the delicious flavors of Hola Arepa deserve to be enjoyed at their best!

    Micah L.

    Made my way to one of my favorite places for their Halloween pop up. Made some reservations for inside, but I think the patio might have been a little better for the moody lighting. Parking here isnt always the best cause they have a small parking lot and then its street parking. This place stays busy but this time they actually seated me as soon as we got there. Ordered a couple drinks, a Cuban and a steak area. Their cocktails are amazing, I had the one that looks like a witch potion, and my date had the carved pineapple. Loved the food and drinks, always a great experience and cant wait for my next visit.

    Ppao Burger, Brussel Sprouts, Steak Arepa
    Debbie F.

    Fresh off the plane to this fabulous find. Love the tapas style portions. Beware....some things look small (ie: Pao Burger), but are super filling. Almost all items on the menu are gluten-free. A unique menu, plethora of drink options, a wonderful ambiance with both indoor and 2 outdoor seating areas. We were only in town for a quick visit, but if I lived here, I would definitely be a regular. There is a small parking lot, plus street parking available. There is construction in the area currently which impacts street parking availability. So many photo ops...highly recommend!

    Christmas drinks
    Lindsay R.

    Second time here but this time we came for the Christmas decorations too! They had a huge selection of Christmas themed drinks in addition to their usual selection. All of them were super fun and well made. We also got an arepa and nachos. Highly recommend the nachos with pork. Yum! They were generous with their toppings and allowed a free chip refill. The only issue was the service. The server felt like she was half there/wanted to be there and half not.

    Ashley N.

    Given the holiday season,l and I reservations available online, my friends and I came in on a walk-in basis at 5pm expecting a bit of a wait. To our surprise - there were a handful go tables available for 90 minutes in the covered patio! Initially, I worried it might be cold, but Hola Arepa really has the section weatherproofed - space heater, fuzzy benches! As usual, the food and drink selection was great. We had our choice of Monday specials, happy hour promos, and the holiday drink menu! We started our night off with a round of cocktails and nachos to share. For entrees, we each got an arepa - I always go with the carnitas! So much food - but now I have a half leftover arepa to enjoy for lunch today.

    Dessert Menu - May 2025
    Lauren H.

    Perfect place for summer patio parties. Our group of 11 ladies had a great time here. We arrived at 5pm and were able to easily get a large table on the patio. I recommend the Yuca Fries and Rhubarb Cosmo cocktails! The food was good, but the drinks were great. Both service and ambiance were excellent. Overall, I would give this place 5 stars based on wonderful ambiance, service and drinks. Here's what I tried: Rhubarb Cosmo (5/5) light and pretty. I could drink these all night long. White Sangria (4/5) Piñata Punch (3/5) Embarrassment of Mangoes (3/5) stronger than I expected Yuca Fries (5/5) more texture than potato fries and paired so well with the aioli verde Nachos Divorciados (3/5)

    Hot honey chicken arepa.
    kristin s.

    I love this place! The ambiance and cocktails are on fire! Some how Hola Arepa's patio makes you feel like you're not on the busy corner of 35 and Nicollet. They have a small parking lot and despite the corner being chaotic I usually find street parking pretty easily. My group started with the chips and four salsa appetizers, add queso. The middle two green ones were our favorite. My friend commented the cheese was salty, I however gobbled it right up! Arepas were everyone's choice. We had hot honey, chicken chimichurri, Yucatán chicken and shredded beef. No one complained and only one person had leftovers. Oh we also got the Brussels Sprouts. Dee-licious. I could actually use more Brussels next time instead of the accompanied sausage.

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    Chloe A.

    Had such a fantastic night at Hola Arepa! This place is one of my favorites for good reason. The service is so friendly, and the Halloween vibes were on point, loved the decor and the themed cocktails (they really went all in). The sweet potatoes here are seriously underrated, easily one of my favorite sides anywhere. The steak arepa is perfection: tender, flavorful, and super satisfying and the hot honey chicken arepa is just as good. One of those spots that nails both food and atmosphere every time.

    Carly G.

    Tried this for the first time! Vibes, food and drinks were all there! This really checked all my boxes. We went for the Halloween pop-up, which was very fun. Drinks were super yummy, strong and flavorful. We got the steak and the chicken arepas! Wow so flavorful and they included a lot of meat, which was great. I was pleasantly surprised about the side salad, it was yummy. This is a small space and gets busy fast. Definitely book a reservation. Will definitely be back!

    Emily H.

    I stopped by hola arepa for their Halloween themed cursed Cove. They had wonderful Halloween cocktails. Seriously they were so fun! We started with a nachos which my partner labeled as his favorite nachos he's ever had. I got the steak chimichurri Arepa and he got the burger. We both loved our meals. All of their food is gluten-free, which made me so excited, I wanted to order everything! You can't tell it's gluten-free though I'll tell you that! The bar was decorated all spooky and lit up for Halloween. This was definitely a fun Halloween stop with amazing food, I would come back here without the Halloween bar just to get there awesome Entrées!

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    Rincón 38 - Mero

    Rincón 38

    4.4(328 reviews)
    0.5 miSouthwest
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    I got to enjoy another great meal this evening courtesy of the proximity of my birthday and…read moreMother's Day--hooray! As usual, Rincón 38 served up a splendid evening thanks to the delicious food, wonderful service from Fernando, and delightful environment. We got some of our reliable favorites--piquillos, the queso frito, and the coliflor. As usual, the flavors and plating were exquisite. I always appreciate the balance of flavors and textures. Salty, savory, sweet, and piquant meet tender, creamy, and crispy. It is truly always a delight for all the senses. My birthday treat was the créma catalana, the Catalan answer to crème brûlée: sweet custard sits under a crunchy sugar crust and is topped with a lovely cinnamon-flavored apple concoction. We also tried a relatively new addition to the dessert menu--the Spanish coffee flan. With just the right amount of sweetness, this flan was sturdy and melts in your mouth. The coffee balanced the sweetness and creaminess--imagine the best coffee dessert you have had, and you're getting close.

    I had this place on my list for some time. Wish I would have come sooner. It was excellent!…read more We had a reservation and arrived in time but all tables were still occupied so we sat at the bar instead of waiting a few minutes. The place is not very big so it's quite cozy for seating. Our server was great in helping us through the menu. It's all tapa small plates so knowing which were the favs, how many typically are ordered person, etc was helpful. I won't remember the names of the 4 plates we chose but they were all excellent. One had asparagus and mushrooms, one was kabobs, one was prawns, and one was fish. The textures and flavors worked excellently for each plate. Four plates for the two of us was a good amount. We finished with a crème brûlée type dessert which was light and delicious. Street parking is available. We loved our experience. Can't wait to go back.

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    4.7(130 reviews)
    4.4 miMerriam Park

    Such a cute place that's hidden with minimal signs right by st Thomas. I've been seeing people post…read moreabout their smash burger and it definitely didn't disappoint. I wouldn't put it as one of my favorites as far as smash burgers goes but it had me feeling satisfied and full when leaving. Prepare for a mess if you order one - gooey saucey and greasy! The bun on the bottom will be soaked in all things involved. The fires are 10/10 Prosciutto and chips really surprised me - I've never had this combo and loved it! Gnocchi had wild flavors making you come back for more Peppers were a solid appetizer worth trying. Not spicy! Good speak easy vibes, good cocktail options. Espresso martini was okay, Margarita was better. Cozy and quaint!l but loud so be prepared, maybe not the best spot to take the older generation or anyone hard of hearing!

    Came here hungry, knowing I was at least getting a burger. We showed up right when they opened at 4…read moreand were greeted with warm, friendly service. All of our food came out quickly and tasted great. We started with the chili cheese fries and the gem lettuce salad. For our main meals, we had the happy hour burger (a must-try) and the poutine. I enjoyed everything. My wife loved the burger and salad and said next time she's going with a burger and plain fries. To top it off, we had the dark chocolate cake, which was excellent. We both left completely stuffed.

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    REVEAL Rooftop Bar & Lounge - Papas Fritas

    REVEAL Rooftop Bar & Lounge

    3.7(48 reviews)
    3.9 mi

    This is a good place for some summer drinks. Parking is easy as it's the roof top of the AC Hotel…read more When entering the hotel head to the right and take the elevator to the top floor. Then go to the right again to enter Reveal. Food here is fairly basic and the pizza is average. But good to snack on something while having drinks. The place does have one of the best bourbon menus I have seen in the cities and Brian is a friendly bartender. Please do be patient as the service is a bit slow as it seems Brian is the only one working some days for the whole roof top. So sit back relax and enjoy the slightly distant city views.

    Hands down one of the BEST rooftop bars & my go-to for amazing vibes and atmosphere! The…read moreretractable roof and open-air windows make it feel like paradise on a sunny, breezy day. Service can be a bit relaxed, especially when it's busy, so don't expect a ton of attention. They could probably use more staff with how popular it's gotten. Prices can be on the higher side, but you're paying for the vibe. Definitely check out nightly specials, plus they've got fun events and a weekly DJ to enjoy! Pizzas are solid too, especially during the half-off daily happy hour! I almost don't want to share this spot because it feels like a hidden gem... but it's too good not to!

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    Has a relaxed vibe. Would be a good place to enjoy drinks on a date.

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    More unique selections than most places, so a great spot to try things before you buy them.

    Wise Acre Eatery - Wise Acre burger with home fries... don't worry, they brought out another bowl as they had run out.

    Wise Acre Eatery

    3.7(436 reviews)
    2.4 miSouthwest
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    A small farm table eatery that also provides a little market of fresh produce and meats. You can…read morealso sign up for a CSA program on their website. My mom highly recommends the boneless pork chops. Grab a bite to eat at the first come first serve counter service. All of their options are healthy and fairly accessible price wise. I got the brunch bowl, which was delicious and I would order again. The eggs were the star with being fluffy and so so soft!! The pesto sauce really brought the dish together. It was a good portion and vegetarian. If you would like to add meat, it was an extra $6. Then head around in the store to check out their market, full of seasonal produce herbs, and meat! It was actually pretty busy at 2PM on a spring Friday so there may be a wait but they do have a nice patio!

    Great place with amazing service! Order at the counter which is awesome because it's right by the…read morekitchen so you can see and smell all the amazing food! Small space, no reservations but in a Saturday at 10am we were seated within 10 min. There is a "patio" space that they do their best to keep heated which is where we sat. It was chilly and my feet were frozen by the end of our meal. Food was beautifully presented and delicious. Loved the sourdough toast with jam. Parking can be tricky but worth it. Will for sure be back.

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    La Mesa - Flourless chocolate

    La Mesa

    4.2(73 reviews)
    2.8 miBryn Mawr
    $$

    Went back for a New Year's Eve several course set menu and it was delicious!! We were drawn to come…read morein for the live jazz music as well and thought it would be a fun date to end 2022! Salmon mousse appetizer was refreshing. The winter vegetable salad was surprisingly large and filling with sweet potato, beet and tangy cheese. Possibly my favorite thing was the warm cocktail in between the salad and main course! They described it as a Latin version of mulled wine- but light and citrusy. Loved it. The ribeye was of course amazing- cooked to perfection at medium rare. And the au gratin potatoes did their job as comfort food. The flourless chocolate cake and crème brûlée were also fantastic and rich. Only not so great part was that my husband could not have several of the items on the set menu due to his dairy and gluten allergies. They tried to accommodate him, but some of the dishes were already prepared with dairy and there were no alternative options. So we likely won't do a set menu night again (although I got two desserts out of the deal!). But I am continually impressed by this place and will be back!

    Just a great neighborhood gem of a restaurant. Not everything on the menu hits it out of the…read moreballpark, but who cares. Fast, friendly and an interesting menu that has the basics a kid will enjoy and something that pushes the envelope for the grownups, plus a dog friendly patio.

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    El Taco Real - Steak Burrito

    El Taco Real

    4.4(32 reviews)
    4.1 mi

    I love this food!…read more Super tasty gourmet tacos and really nice friendly staff! I highly recommend the steak tacos. There's adequate parking on site for the restaurant. Highly recommend the original Mexican Coke in the glass bottles with real sugar.

    Ever since this place opened, I have been wanting to visit, and within the recent two months, I had…read morethe opportunity to go there twice, and my experiences did not disappoint me. It was truly a neighborhood gem that satisfied my taste buds. My favorite dishes were the quesabirria platter, the honey macha wings, and a few of the street tacos, specifically the pork carnitas and the pork al pastor, because both were pretty juicy. One major advantage this establishment had was the kinds of sauces they had, because innovatively, they had some chili oil hot sauce that I enjoyed putting on my street tacos, even if it wasn't the most common combination. The carne asada steak street tacos had their own sauce called "salsa real" which was pretty tasty. All of those dishes had good flavor and were juicy. Other than those, some of the street tacos relied on the sauces for juiciness, and the meat themselves were a bit dry (carne asada, for example). The pork al pastor gourmet tacos were a bit dry as well, and relied on the sauce on the side for flavor. The churros were a bit hard, and because of such, I couldn't really use them to pick up the chocolate sauces. The tres leches cake lacked some sweetness, but was on point in terms of consistency. There are still some dishes on the menu that look appealing, so I am certain that I will be back, especially since I live very close to this restaurant. I also want to mention that it has always been a great experience ordering food with the server at the counter. She was very nice!

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