La Arepera
A popular and beloved spot serving homestyle Venezuelan staples like cheesy cachapas, crispy tequeños, and hearty pabellón platters. The atmosphere is warm and lively, making it a local favorite for a comforting, flavor-packed meal.
Calle de la Bolsa, 10, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain
www.laarepera.esbest for your goal
Pernilísimo
€15.00Succulent slow-roasted pork leg seasoned with garlic and spices.
the take
700 cal is high, but the low carb count helps if you're doing low-carb dieting.
Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian · Halal · Kosher · Low Sodium
Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free · Keto
Asado Negro
€18.00Slow-cooked beef eye round in a dark, sweet sauce made from caramelized sugar and wine.
the take
650 cal is a reasonable main dish if you balance the rest of your day.
Vegetarian · Vegan · Pescatarian · Halal · Keto
Kosher · Low Sodium
Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Lactose-free
Creole Cheese Salad
€10.00Fresh greens paired with traditional Venezuelan white cheese.
the take
380 cal is manageable, but watch the 32g fat if you're strictly cutting.
Vegan · Dairy-free · Lactose-free
Low Sodium
Vegetarian · Pescatarian · Gluten-free · Halal · Kosher · Keto
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known for
Pabellón Criollo
€15.50The national dish of Venezuela consisting of shredded beef, black beans, rice, and fried plantains.
950 cal · P 45g · C 110g · F 35g
⭐ It is the ultimate Venezuelan comfort plate and a menu staple
Traditional Cheese Cachapa
€13.00Sweet corn pancake filled with fresh 'hand-made' cheese.
620 cal · P 22g · C 78g · F 24g
⭐ Reviewers call this spectacular and a mandatory order for every table
Cheese Tequeños
€9.00Six units of traditional Venezuelan fried breaded cheese sticks.
580 cal · P 18g · C 45g · F 36g
⭐ The go-to appetizer that everyone raves about for its authenticity
Reina Pepiada Patacón
€14.50Fried green plantain sandwich filled with chicken and avocado salad.
820 cal · P 32g · C 60g · F 50g
⭐ A fan-favorite twist on the classic Venezuelan flavor profile
Tres Leches Cake
€6.00Sponge cake soaked in three types of milk: evaporated, condensed, and whole milk.
420 cal · P 8g · C 55g · F 18g
⭐ Widely cited as the perfect, fluffy ending to the meal
the move
Portions are massive, so definitely share the Mixed Patacones and a Cachapa to try more. If you get the Pernilísimo arepa, ask for extra guasacaca sauce to really make the flavors pop.
nutrition insights
Authentic Venezuelan Flavors
Average Macro Balance
How It's Cooked
Budget-Friendly Bites
Menu Prices
€9 – €44
Where the Prices Land
Most dishes (59%) fall in the €10-20 range.
Watch the Salt
context
Many of the larger platters are quite salty, often exceeding 2,500mg of sodium. The daily recommended limit is 2,300mg.
High Sodium Offenders
dietary compatibility
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