Loved the latino seasons!!!! This place is a gem in between…read morepizzas and hamburgers. Reminded us of Home Recommended A+

What a hidden gem! My coworker found this place and we decided to try this place. I hadn't had much…read moreLatin American food and I was so pleased to have gone. The restaurant is tucked in a residential neighborhood so we almost missed it so keep your eyes peeled. Parking wasn't an issue since there's a parking lot next to it. Service was great, our waitress had been working there for a very long time. I suspect it was a family owned business so it was great to hear her recommendations and she did not disappoint. All of her recommendations were on point. I got the garlic shrimp in coconut sauce and that was amazing. But the star of the meal was the sweet plantains! Omg those were delicious! It was an appetizer for us but I swear I could have ate just that for my main meal. Portions are very generous too so you'll leave feeling very full. So if you come across this place, don't hesitate and try it out!

Food was very good service was excellent and a nice place to converse with friends. Will visit…read moreagain.

Can't rave enough about the roasted pork with salsa verde! Flavor really blew me away. My husband…read morealso really enjoyed his burrito. Solid neighborhood spot with plenty of space and very friendly staff.

I've been eating at El Arepazo since its early days on Pearl Alley when there was no where to sit…read more 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!

I am writing this review because I am extremely frustrated by the lack of communication I have…read moreexperienced 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.

Amazing Latin American food that is hard to find even in a larger US City (DC). Got several items…read moreto share with my dad from the truck while he was in the hospital. These items were the Pebbelon Bowl, Cachapa, Breakfast Arepa, Vegan Arepa, and Sweet Plantains with Cheese They even made me a free smoothie. Thanks to my dad for recommending this for us and it was also on InKind.

This place is delicious. I mean, it's not gonna change your life but it's a $14 lunch from a food…read moretruck. And for what it is, it is fresh, tasty, has a big portion of food, and the man working in there is always super nice. A solid place to grab a fast, healthy, flavorful meal. They also have gluten free options. Has recently become one of my new go-to's when I don't have time to cook.

If Im at the Dublin Market I have to get Pablo Havanas. I was so sad when their restaurant in…read morePowell closed but so excited this opened and it also now serves coffees! Ive never been disappointed with the cuban. Its always perfectly made and absolutely delicious.

This was my first time at North Market, but I will definitely be back again. The choices were…read moreoverwhelming, and everything looked and smelled great. For this meal I settled on Pablo's Havana Cafe for Cuban food. I like to try a little bit of everything, so I was excited to see the Bocadito Sampler that included Picadillo, Ropa Vieja, Pork, and Chicken. They were all delicious, though if I had to choose just one I think the chicken was my favorite. I also tried the yucca frita, though they warned me when I ordered it that they didn't have their normal yucca so it was more like french fries. The market was very crowded, but we managed to find an empty table at the far end. It was loud, which is to be expected around any good bar during Friday Happy Hour. Appreciated that the garages provided free parking.

Hard to tell from the outside but the food is amazing. I…read morewas waiting in line at the bmv so I went Nextdoor and ordered a chicken Philly. Easily the best sandwich I've had in a long time. Full of flavor. I'd love to visit again and see a line out the door because they deserve it.

I love their buffet style order from the views. The yellow rice has flavor. The beans are nice as…read morewell. There meats i love their steak, pork, meatballs, porkchops, their empandas are nicely filled and they have many different ones to choose from. The ground beef and pizza are the ones I tend to favor the most. Also, try some of their yummy soups.. filling, and the broth is very tasty as well. This is a spot I do go out my way to return, too. You get a decent size portion for the $

I just had your beef empanada. Can I say yeeeeeeeeeeeez. The beef was cooked perfect. The shell…read morecooked perfect. Was so so good. I have to be careful with those things. Geeeeeeeesh. I had him order three now I wish I had 5 lol .. also got the yellow rice. I would say it was okay. I could kinda get the puerto rican taste. Wish it was a bit more bolder. Also ordered a side of beans. They were good. Light brown full of sauce. The steak was a little chewy. But had a nice flavor. The potato salad wasn't for me. I kinda like either mustard or sweet. That one was a little dull to taste for me. But those empanada are winning for me!

I love this place. All the food I've tried taste soo good. As a Dominican myself, this place makes…read moreme miss my moms cooking. Being away from my mom this place always satisfies my cravings. I've taken multiple people here and they all love it. The service is great y hablan español también. The empanadilla de pollo is fulll of meat which some places can be cheap on the meat! The mofongo is flavorful & FAR from fry. & the pernil is full of flavor. It is a food truck so you can either order to go or go into their tent set up next to the truck. The tent has about 3/4 tables for guest to enjoy their food. Truly love this place

Cilantro Latin is one of my husband and mine favorite restaurants to eat out! The food is always…read moregood, love the grilled chicken and friend pork and we love putting the cilantro sauce all over everything. Always have friendly service, and we have even had them cater for our wedding which the food and service was a big hit! They provided complimentary tasting and professional timing and display of the buffet at the wedding. Restaurant ambience is bright, welcoming and love the themes they use to decorate throughout the year. Definitely would recommend to anyone to check them out!

If you're on the hunt for a meal that feels like a warm hug, I've got just the place for you!…read moreRecently, I had the pleasure of dining at a charming spot that serves authentic Venezuelan and Colombian dishes, and it was nothing short of amazing. The food was an absolute treat--every bite packed with flavor and crafted with care. From the rich arepas to the perfectly seasoned empanadas, the menu offered a delightful selection that made it hard to choose just one favorite. Each dish truly felt like a celebration of culture and tradition. But what made the experience even more special was the atmosphere. The staff was genuinely friendly and welcoming, creating an environment that felt like home. It's rare to find a place where the warmth of the people matches the quality of the food, but this gem nailed it. I'm already counting down the days until my next visit. If you're craving something delicious and comforting, I highly recommend stopping by--you won't regret it!