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Miss Arepa

4.8 (640 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Carne Asada Arepa
Justin S.

On this block of restaurants, Miss Arepa definitely gives a different flavor from the traditional local food you'll find on the islands. I ordered the carne asada arepa. I had my doubts on the portions at first but it's enough to leave you satisfied especially if you order a side. The overall quality of the meat was solid, but what glued the dish together was the sauces. You get a garlic aioli and a chipotle sauce to dispense at your own leisure. Overall 4.3/5 would come back for a change of pace!

Mechada bowl with yucca fries! Yum!
Carrie R.

Amazing food (arepa and bowls, yucca fries, and matcha latte) and super friendly service with a smile! There's a/c in the restaurant but it doesn't reach the window corner seating, so mind where you sit if you want to stay cool in the afternoon. Vegan alternatives are a great option to have for those who need it. Also breakfast is quite nice too! Eggs and ham arepa with the delicious sauces. Don't miss out of trying Miss Arepa!

Empanadas, yucca, asada bowl
Andre S.

Was some of the best food we had on the island. Definitely recommend this place and the two bottle of sauces they give you are delicious. We got the plantains and the asada bowl with yucca. Also two empanadas.

Shrimp arepa, yucca fries, and hibiscus iced tea
Pete G.

Venezuelan food in Maui? Yes, and it's wonderful! I've had lunch here twice so far and if I'm lucky will fit in one more before this vacation ends. Lots of delicious options for arepas including vegetarian and plan based. So far I've had the Domino (black beans and queso fresco) and shrimp in spicy tomato chipotle sauce. Both were excellent. I also enjoyed the yucca fries which are particularly good with their garlic cilantro sauce. And my hibiscus iced tea was both pretty and refreshing. The counter staff are friendly and food comes out pretty fast given the small kitchen. There are several tables and a counter indoors and a few more tables on the sidewalk. Not fancy, but comfortable.

Shredded beef bowl. So yummy
Jadri L.

Wow, only one word can describe this place. 5 stars all around 1. Prices and portions - 5 stars: considering the outrages prices I've seen at the supermarkets, this place has very decent prices for their food. Their portions are enough to fill you you for sure. 2. Flavor - 5 stars: tried the steak, shredded beef and shredded chicken bowls. The seasoning was perfect, not salty just perfect. The beans and rice so delicious. The chimichurri was one of the best I've had. The fried yucca was fried to perfection 3. Facility and location - 5 stars: very clean, very presentable. Even though its a whole in the wall, the place is very nice. Staff is very friendly Only one complaint. They use foil when they serve the food in the bowls. Not a big fan. Foil isn't healthy. I get they are trying to avoid the juice of the meat to filter through the container, but there has to be a better way. Hope management or owner reads this. Would I come back again? is the big question.....absolutely yes! Give them a try, i hope that you are satisfied the same way I was Good job you guys! Keep it up

Sautéed mushroom arepa
Holly B.

AWESOME!!! We arrived at Miss Arepa, a cute Venezuelan establishment in a strip mall on Lower Honoapiilani Road, past Kaanapali, around 9:30 a.m. We drove thru a rainstorm from Makawao to try their food. Unfortunately, lunch didn't start until 11 a.m. So me and my significant other sat outside deciding what to do for 1-1/2 hours... The waitress came out and told us the cook said they could make our order if we'd wait a little longer! How thoughtful!!! The food was ready in less than 15 minutes, piping hot, and we paid and were on our way back to Makawao thru the pouring rain by 10:30 a.m.! AMAZING!!! What great customer service, amazing food, and a wonderful day, despite the rainstorm! Definitely worth the drive and effort finding Miss Arepa! Woo hoo!

Pabellon arepa
Zara A.

PABELLON AREPA is a must. For $14 the PORTION:QUALITY:PRICE ratio is amazing. SERVICE is the best I have seen on the island. I know poke is usually a must when in Hawaii but this spot needs to be on your list! Very versatile accommodating with quick service. So AUTHENTIC I wish they had one in LA! Probably be back tomorrow to try another meat option because they just have so many.

Pabellon and what's left of our camarones arepas. Also pictured are beef and fish empanadas and conserva de coco.
Vicki B.

Frequent visitor to Maui, first time visit to Miss Arepa. I don't know why on earth we waited so long. I am not an adventurous eater, but wanted something other than Hawaiian food so we went to Miss Arepa's for dinner tonight. We ordered pabellon (shredded beef) and camarones (shrimp) arepas and two empanadas (beef and fish). Craving something sweet to end the meal, I got a conserva de coco (coconut candy ball made with pineapple, cinnamon and panela). Everything was delicious, perfectly spiced and freshly prepared. The shrimps were big and plentiful. I ordered it with the chipotle sauce which gave it a kick of heat. They also bring out two other sauces: a green one (maybe cilantro?) and a red one (no clue). Both were delicious. The empanadas were hot and definitely hadn't been sitting under a heat lamp before being served. The conserva de coco was a nice way to end the meal - small and sweet, but not overly so. Staff was personable, helpful and genuinely nice. Loved their vibe. Highly recommend!!

Yuca fries
Susan N.

Very delicious! Small and quaint place with seating inside and outside. Counter order. The Kahlúa pork with pineapple salsa was amazing. So were the empanadas. Yucca fries were hot and fresh. We also got the sugarcane lemonade, which was delicious. Would come back again to try other options.

Bongos (Garlic Mushroom)
Rashmi N.

On our first night in Maui, we were looking for some highly rated local spots and decided to try Miss Arepa. We had heard a lot about their famous arepas, but after reading a few reviews mentioning that they can get very stuffed and messy, we decided to try their bowls instead. I ordered the bowl with chipotle chicken, and my husband ordered the same bowl but added hongos (garlic mushrooms) as extra protein on the side. We also got their coconut mango slushie to go with it. The place itself is small but really cute, with a few tables both inside and outside. It has a casual, laid-back island vibe, and the staff were very courteous and welcoming. The food came out hot and fresh, and at first glance the portion looked a little small. But once you start mixing everything together, you realize it's actually quite filling and well-balanced. The bowls were packed with layers of flavor and ingredients. They also gave us two sauces--a creamy green sauce and a spicy red/orange sauce. Both were fantastic and really elevated the dish. The chipotle chicken was especially good--juicy, flavorful, and nicely spicy. The coconut mango slushie was honestly a perfect match for the meal. It was refreshing, tropical, and exactly what you want in the Maui weather. Overall, it was a great first meal on the island. Delicious food, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere. If you're in Maui and looking for something casual but flavorful, Miss Arepa is definitely worth a visit.

Outside sign and menu
Cassandra S.

I found this when searching best food in Maui so we decided to give it a try. Just as other reviews have said, it is a refreshing change of pace from tacos and fish dishes on the island. We ordered the Pabellon and wanted the Reina Pepiada but that one was out so we did La Mexicana instead. The food came out pretty quickly and very hot. The arepas are very juicy and more of a fork situation than what we thought it would be. It was actually hard to eat all together and the masa bread encasing was not my favorite alone so I used it as a chip and it was a bit better. The fillings and sauces they give you to add were both fantastic. The beef and chicken were well seasoned and full of flavor. The cilantro sauce was so creamy and flavorful; and the chipotle was a nice deep heat that was really punchy with flavor. Definitely filling and a decent price point. Overall, great service, good food, and nice change of pace.

Sophie K.

This is the best food we have had in Maui so far! We came 2 days in a row now because of how good their arepas are. I got the hawaiana and my boyfriend got the poblano and the beef one. All of them have been delicious and filling and a good price. Their service is also great and the restaurant is very clean.

Top - Arepa Pabellon and bottom 2 carne asada arepa
Elizabeth C.

I give this restaurant a solid 5 stars! We came here two days in a row because it was that good. My kids loved the empanadas--they tried the shredded beef and cheese, and both were delicious. My husband and I had the carne asada arepa on our first visit, and today I tried the Pabellón Arepa with shredded beef, black beans, sweet plantains, and cheese. They also offer a house-made chimichurri that takes the flavor to another level. Let me just say--this place puts love into every dish they make. The portions are generous, the prices are very reasonable, and every visit was met with warm, friendly customer service. To finish our meal, my daughter and I shared the coconut and mango slushies, which are made with natural ingredients and were incredibly refreshing. As someone who is Hispanic and pretty picky when it comes to authentic Latin food, I can honestly say this exceeded my expectations. The food is authentic, fresh, and full of flavor. The restaurant also has a charming atmosphere with Venezuelan memorabilia that gives it a warm, welcoming vibe. If you're looking for high-quality Latin food made with care, do yourself a favor and stop by. You won't be disappointed! We will def be back at our next trip - didn't get to try the arepa with chicken, avocado and green salsa. Mahalo Miss Arepa!

Shredded beef bowl (pabelleon) and a pabellon arepa

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