Restaurants in Platt Park
Quiero Arepas
Rates above the average for restaurants near Platt Park — one of 13 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Quiero Arepas is an authentic Venezuelan arepa shop in Denver known for handmade arepas made with authentic ingredients and a friendly, casual vibe perfect for lunch or quick takeout.
Reviewers consistently praise these as some of the best arepas in Denver, with authentic flavors, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps people coming back.
- ✓Handmade arepas using authentic Venezuelan ingredients and preparation
- ✓Generous portions—one arepa is often enough for a full meal
- ✓Friendly, attentive staff and clean, bright interior with good natural light
- ✓Signature green spicy sauce that reviewers specifically call out as a favorite
How this is written: we run the full set of recent Google reviews through AI to pull out what guests consistently say — including the complaints, which is why there's a downsides list rather than only the good bits. It's rewritten as new reviews come in, so it describes the hotel as it is now, not as it was whenever someone last got round to writing a paragraph about it. Read the reviews yourself on Google Maps.
Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
People Order
- —Pabellon arepa
- —Reina Pepiada arepa
- —La Original Arepa (vegetarian)
- —Fried Plantain
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What Visitors Say
All reviews on Google MapsShiloh Mielke
3 months ago
If you're looking for the best arepas in Denver, Quero Arepas is a must-visit. The pabellon arepa was absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. You can tell they use authentic Venezuelan ingredients, and the vibe inside is great for a casual lunch or a quick takeout spot. Definitely a hidden gem in the [Insert Neighborhood Name, e.g., Five Points] area. Highly recommend for anyone craving high-quality, authentic South American food!
Sreekanth Krishnamoorthy
a month ago
One of my friend recommended this place and we ordered La Original Arepa (vegeterian) and Fried Plantain. Both were delicious. Service is really good. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for Venezuelan cuisine.
Kylie Voelker
3 months ago
Super cute place with delicious arepas. I got the Reina Pepiada and my boyfriend got the Pabellon. Both were made very well, and they were pretty big too- One each was enough for us! They had good music and the staff was super friendly. My personal favorite part was their green spicy sauce!!
Sean Reuter
a month ago
Absolutely incredible. Quiero Arepas has become one of our go-to easy lunch spots. Such friendly staff, super clean and neat interior, it’s fun sitting down at the window in the sun and enjoying a nice homemade and handmade lunch. So dang good.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Quiero Arepas worth it in Platt Park?
Reviewers consistently praise these as some of the best arepas in Denver, with authentic flavors, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps people coming back. Known for: authentic Venezuelan arepas, made fresh daily.
What should I order at Quiero Arepas?
Popular choices at Quiero Arepas include Pabellon arepa, Reina Pepiada arepa, La Original Arepa (vegetarian), Fried Plantain.
What do visitors love about Quiero Arepas?
Handmade arepas using authentic Venezuelan ingredients and preparation Generous portions—one arepa is often enough for a full meal Friendly, attentive staff and clean, bright interior with good natural light Signature green spicy sauce that reviewers specifically call out as a favorite
How expensive is Quiero Arepas?
Quiero Arepas is moderately priced, with a 4.8-star rating from 659 Google reviews.
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