Rica Arepa LAKEVIEW | Venezuelan Restaurant

“The food here was well seasoned.”

The food here was well seasoned. I tried the fried chicken and fries. Delicious! And big portions too. I couldn't finish my meal. Its a big space with an indoor patio which is nice. Just wish the tables in the patio had a table cloth or something because they had the holes for outside furniture. I throughly enjoyed my food and would go again. Highly recommended.

Alicia Brown

Nov 2025

“Can't wait to go back.”

Can't wait to go back! I was seeing a play at the Athenaeum Theater and needed a quick bite and popped in. I was greeted super warmly by the very friendly woman behind the bar. Since I was in a hurry I didn't fully scan the entire menu, but I have absolutely no regrets about my Patacon Mixto that I spontaneously ordered - it was SO good and very filling. I was there during happy hour and decided to get a $6 Margarita which was delicious as well. I'm salivating thinking about the meal now - can't recommend this cute spot enough.

Tom Fenninger

Oct 2025

“Great service and the cutest patio.”

Great service and the cutest patio! The pabellón arepa was amazing!

Katie Hammond

Oct 2025

“Great restaurant walking distance from the Athenaeum Center.”

Great restaurant walking distance from the Athenaeum Center. We had dinner before our show. Loved the food & service!

Mari T.

Oct 2025

“Great atmosphere.”

Great atmosphere. Delicious food. Friendly and warm service. I have tried many times the cachapas, tequeños, cochino frito, arepas and empanadas, everything I have tried is delicious and authentic Venezuelan flavours. Generous portions. Lovely Venezuelan vibe and music. Patio and deco are beautiful 🫓

Sheila Urbaez

Sep 2025

“Gooooood Lord! This a local restaurant with 3 locations. I've only been to this one but damn the...”

Gooooood Lord! This a local restaurant with 3 locations. I've only been to this one but damn the arepas were phenomenal!!!! I would eat here daily if I could. Defs more than worth the visit. Great staff and environment. No issues, staff speaks Spanish and English. Plenty indoor seating and some outdoor seating. GOOOO check it out!

Jahil Parker (Jahly Jolly)

Jun 2025

“So much good food to explore.”

So much good food to explore. BUT as always I get the beef empanada, the Chica (rice milk drink) and the appetizer with ceviche is so delicious. They have two secret sauces that are so good one spicy and one not

Sonya

May 2025

“This unassuming restaurant on Lincoln is whipping up outstanding Venezuelan food.”

This unassuming restaurant on Lincoln is whipping up outstanding Venezuelan food. Thrilled to now be familiar with their Arepa game. Ordered takeout on a Wednesday and the pickup was a breeze. Tried the La Parrillellera Arepa which was an absolute home run. This thing was oozing with juices but the exterior held it together well. So much flavor from the chicken, chorizo, steak, avocado and cheese. Also tried a fish empanada and while the exterior was exceptional, the fish filling wasn’t my favorite. Will try a different empanada next time. Rica Arepa is convenient, delicious and reasonably priced. 100% worth your money.

Kyle

May 2025

“Seriously delicious everything.”

Seriously delicious everything! The back patio area is super cute!

Kate Burns

Apr 2025

“Tonight’s visit was my fourth in the last year.”

Tonight’s visit was my fourth in the last year. There is always delicious and ample portion sizes so bring you appetite. We also come for the gluten free entrees. Staff is helpful in the explanation and menu recommendations.

Debra Sova

Mar 2025

“Such a Cute, quaint and welcoming restaurant.”

Such a Cute, quaint and welcoming restaurant. The food is amazing… if you love AREPAS or have not try them, please do and from here. Then the drinks .., Fire! They also have a happy hour with lemon margaritas 4-6pm… refreshing!! Tasty!

Ivette Alverio

Mar 2025

“What an excellent restaurant.”

What an excellent restaurant! The food was absolutely incredible and so authentic. I loved it and even though I was full, I couldn't stop eating it. It was amazing. I will certainly come back.

Kyle Fuller

Dec 2024