Arepa Culture, nestled in Raleigh, NC, is a delightful culinary gem offering a taste of Venezuelan cuisine. Customers consistently rave about the warmth and friendliness of the staff, who cater to both English and Spanish speakers, creating an inclusive atmosphere. The highlight of the menu, as echoed in multiple reviews, are the arepas—thin, cornbread-like delights that are both satisfying and versatile.
Dan S enthusiastically described their pork cachapa and arepas as “delicious all around” with freshly made juices that are fairly priced. Meanwhile, Shane Sato appreciated the unique flavors of the chicken arepa, suggesting enhancements for the beef but still appreciating the overall experience. Brandee Dantzler noted that while the food was enjoyable, a touch more seasoning could elevate certain dishes, which speaks to the diverse palates catered to at Arepa Culture.
Atmosphere also plays a significant role; customers appreciate the lovely decor and vibrant music that accompany their meals. However, attention to cleanliness, specifically regarding table maintenance, has been voiced as an area for improvement. Overall, Arepa Culture is a promising dining destination where flavorful Venezuelan dishes and a welcoming environment come together. A visit here is highly recommended for both novices and aficionados of arepas alike!
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Service options
Outdoor seating
Delivery
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Comfort food
Halal food
Healthy options
Organic dishes
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
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Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Tourists
University students
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
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Reviews For Arepa Culture
Dan S
Jun 28,2025
Had a great experience at Arepa Culture. The staff was friendly and accommodating and conveniently spoke perfect English for me & Spanish for my girlfriend. The food came out fast and was excellent. We ordered a pork cachapa and a few arepas. No complaints, it was delicious all around. Juices felt fresh and were priced very fairly. Definitely consider coming here if you’re looking for nice Venezuelan food in the area. If we are back in Raleigh, we will be headed here again. Thanks Arepa Culture!
Shane Sato
Jun 20,2025
Never had Arepas before... It was delicious! The cornbread thingy tasted great, the meat could have used a little more flavor or adding some cabbage or pico to the ones I had would have added a bit of freshness and texture. I had the chicken and the shredded beef. I feel the chicken had more flavor than the beef. Beef could have used more flavor maybe some onions and peppers like the chicken. All in all a delicious and great experience. Snacky type I think. I want to try the BBQ pork, salmon & shrimp ones since they seem to have more added to the Arepas than the beef. The cilantro and hot sauce are great! Hot sauce is more mildmedium spice, not really that hot. Cilantro sauce is great!
Brandee Dantzler
Jun 16,2025
The food was good. Felt like it could've used a little bit more flavor. I've had arepas before, and they were a little different. But I'm sure each place prepares things differently. The staff was a little busy as there was only 2 workers. But overall, it was a nice experience. I'd come back and try some more food
Lauren Johnson
Jun 8,2025
This place was lovely decorated. The food was great and the team members were very helpful and polite however the tables where all dirty and just needed to be wiped down. Other than that, everything was great, the music was very nice and amazing and I would definitely recommend this place and go back again. :)
Ashley Marissa
May 28,2025
Always an amazing experience at this restaurant!! The food is always so good and the atmosphere and service was fantastic as always!! 100% recommend this place for anyone and everyone
Frasier Linde
Apr 23,2025
First time here and impressed! Plenty of choices on the menu, fast and friendly service, and very pleasant, upbeat dining space plus outdoor seating. The arepas are generously filled; the menu recommends pairing two for a meal, but unless you're *extra* hungry for protein, I'd suggest getting one and a side. That said, both of my choices were delicious, and the two sauces complement them perfectly— the hot sauce brings a nice moderate amount of heat, and the creamy cilantro comes in to ensure no taste buds are left behind. Fair warning: the chicken salad is pretty wet (read: messy!) so be prepared with napkins. A couple of minor gripes: the chairs range from slightly wobbly to very wobbly (this may be partly the floor), and I'm rather skeptical that anything (especially foil wrap covered in sauce and bits of food) is actually getting cleaned and recycled after going in that bin.
Daisy Tunstall
Apr 16,2025
Amazing Venezuelan restaurant!!! The arepas are consistently amazing This is a wonderful place for people who a gluten free as well. Their menu is simple but impressive, and they have a large variety of drinks available. I can’t wait to go back with friends! The vibe of this place is great for anyone and everyone.
Jason Pickard
Apr 8,2025
The food truck was at an event in Joyner Park this evening. It took a little while for the food to come out because there were only 2 working the truck. That being said the food was delicious. Will definitely be going to the brick and mortar place when I am in the area.
Reviews For Arepa Culture