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10 Best Arepa Restaurants in Tampa

Tampa’s arepa choices range from handmade food trucks and Venezuelan comfort-food restaurants to broader Latin American menus with cachapas, empanadas, patacones and grilled dishes. The best fit depends on whether you want a quick street-food meal, a family table or several menu styles in one visit.

Compare the arepa fillings, cuisine tradition, dining format and ordering options. The selection also flags businesses in Clearwater, Ruskin and Lutz, so distance matters when a particular menu or food-truck experience is your priority.

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Full Comparison of 10 Arepa Restaurants in Tampa

Tasty arepa’s, Tampa#1
Strong points
  • Handmade arepas from a food truck

Tasty arepa’s

4.9359 reviews
6915 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634, United States
Ideal for
Diners seeking handmade arepas on the go

Tasty arepa’s is a food-truck restaurant serving handmade Colombian-style arepas and other on-the-go meals. The menu is associated with beef patacon, a crazy arepa and a mixed parrilla arepa, giving diners several hearty options when they want fresh, flavorful food without a formal dining room.

The truck suits quick meals and casual return visits, with generous portions and fast service noted as practical strengths. Its organized setup and welcoming owners add to the appeal for people looking for handmade Latin American street food.

Los sabores de Colombia, Tampa#2
Strong points
  • Homemade dessert selection

  • Colombian comfort dishes

  • Fresh fruit drinks

Los sabores de Colombia

4.81,355 reviews
5522 Hanley Rd, Tampa, FL 33634, United States
Ideal for
Colombian cuisineTraditional rice and plantainsFresh juices and desserts

Los sabores de Colombia serves Colombian food in a warm, homey restaurant setting. The menu described through customer accounts includes traditional meats, rice, beans, salads, plantains, seafood dishes, fresh juices and homemade desserts. Specific favorites mentioned include arroz con camarones, lengua en salsa, soda de mondongo, camarones apanados and coffee caramel flan. The restaurant may suit diners looking for Colombian flavors, a casual meal or a dessert-and-drink stop, with menu guidance available for guests exploring unfamiliar dishes.

El sabor de Tampa Venezuelan food#3
Strong points
  • Venezuelan burgers and patacones

El sabor de Tampa Venezuelan food

4.7441 reviews
7006 Hanley Rd, Tampa, FL 33634, United States
Ideal for
Venezuelan street-food mealsFamilies seeking casual dining

El sabor de Tampa serves Venezuelan food for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch, with dine-in, takeaway and delivery available. The menu includes arepas, patacones, cachapas, empanadas and Venezuelan burgers, along with coffee, chichas, desserts and small plates. Outdoor seating, counter service and a casual family-friendly setting make it suitable for a quick meal or a more relaxed visit. Customers can also order online directly from the restaurant, while delivery and no-contact delivery broaden the ways to enjoy the menu.

Arepas Maita Clearwater, Tampa#4
Strong points
  • Arepas with five topping combinations

Arepas Maita Clearwater

4.7279 reviews
1701 Drew St #8, Clearwater, FL 33755, United States
Ideal for
Venezuelan food newcomersDiners seeking filling customizable arepas

Arepas Maita Clearwater centers its Venezuelan menu on stuffed arepas, with fillings such as pernil and carne mechada paired with cheese, pico de gallo and nata. Cachitos filled with ham and homemade juices add other ways to explore the cuisine. The arepas are built for diners who want a substantial meal with multiple ingredient combinations, while traditional maltin and Latin flavors make the restaurant a fit for a broader Venezuelan food outing.

Arepas Donde Flor, Tampa#5
Strong points
  • Small food-truck setting

  • Pabellón arepas

Arepas Donde Flor

4.7148 reviews
516 Cameron Driggers Dr, Ruskin, FL 33570, United States
Ideal for
Quick Venezuelan arepas and empanadasTakeaway or casual food-truck meals

Arepas Donde Flor serves Venezuelan food from a small food truck in Ruskin, with arepas and empanadas at the center of the menu. The Capira arepa combines chicken and cheese, while pabellón arepas and assorted empanadas provide additional choices.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, along with takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating, and catering, give the truck several practical uses. It is tucked behind Napa Auto Parts, so first-time visitors should look for the food truck rather than a conventional storefront.

Mi Tierra Latina, Tampa#6
Strong points
  • Small and shared plate format

  • Freshly made lemonade

Mi Tierra Latina

4.61,512 reviews
6802 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33634, United States
Ideal for
Colombian small platesCasual shared meals

Mi Tierra Latina serves Colombian small and shared plates in Tampa’s casual, no-frills setting. The menu offers a broad selection suited to sampling, sharing, or building a meal around generous portions. Colombian flavors include dishes such as blood sausage, while freshly made lemonade provides a distinctive drink choice. The restaurant fits diners seeking relaxed Colombian food, a lively Latin atmosphere, and approachable plates rather than a formal dining experience.

Super Tequeño & Tasty Thai, Tampa#7
Strong points
  • Venezuelan and Thai menus under one roof

  • Venezuelan grocery section

  • Online pickup or delivery ordering

Super Tequeño & Tasty Thai

4.6697 reviews
101 Flagship Dr, Lutz, FL 33549, United States
Ideal for
Venezuelan food seekersDiners choosing between Venezuelan and Thai cuisineShoppers seeking Venezuelan groceries

Super Tequeño & Tasty Thai combines Venezuelan and Thai cuisine in Lutz, making it useful for diners who want traditional Venezuelan favorites, Thai plates, or both in one visit. The Venezuelan menu includes crispy empanadas, freshly made tequeños, and traditional arepas, while Thai options include dishes such as Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, shrimp fried rice, Tom Yum shrimp soup, and mango sticky rice. A Venezuelan grocery section adds specialty snacks, beverages, pantry staples, and hard-to-find products for home cooking. Online ordering supports pickup or delivery, and the menu includes vegetarian options.

Mi Pueblito Bakery & Restaurant, Tampa#8
Strong points
  • Colombian breakfast plus bakery fare

Mi Pueblito Bakery & Restaurant

4.62,026 reviews
5802 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33603, United States
Ideal for
Colombian breakfast and comfort foodDiners seeking housebaked goods

Mi Pueblito Bakery & Restaurant serves Colombian breakfast, soups, seafood and housebaked goods in Tampa. The menu suits diners looking for familiar Colombian comfort food, including breakfast plates such as calentado with steak and huevos pericos. The bakery-restaurant format also works for a casual meal or a baked item to take away. Its cooking is described as fresh and homemade in character, while the setting offers a straightforward place for breakfast or Latin American dining. Families, regulars and first-time visitors can choose between dining in and ordering food for a quick Colombian meal.

Nico's Arepas Grill, Tampa#9
Strong points
  • Handcrafted arepas and cachapas

Nico's Arepas Grill

4.32,299 reviews
8303 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33604, United States
Ideal for
First-time Venezuelan food dinersFamilies sharing a varied mealVegetarian and vegan diners

Nico's Arepas Grill centers a Tampa dining experience on traditional Venezuelan food, including handcrafted arepas, empanadas, cachapas, tequeños, patacones, grilled meats and seafood. The menu also includes broader Latin American fare, while the open kitchen and relaxed modern setting make the meal feel approachable for first-time diners and returning Venezuelan-food fans alike. A 50-seat dining area, front bar and grocery nook add flexibility for family meals, casual visits or exploring ingredients beyond the plate.

Pabellon restaurante, Tampa#10
Strong points
  • Crispy Venezuelan empanadas

Pabellon restaurante

4.8511 reviews
7530 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33615, United States
Ideal for
Venezuelan empanada fansCasual family meals

Pabellon restaurante serves Venezuelan comfort food, with empanadas as a central draw. Options include ground-beef and cheese fillings, along with a Pabellón empanada and fruit drinks such as passion fruit and mango.

The food suits a quick stop, family meal or anyone looking for familiar Venezuelan flavors in a casual setting. The menu is described as extending across breakfast, lunch and dinner, giving the restaurant broader use than a single snack-focused visit.

A summary of the options

#BusinessRatingReviewsIdeal for
#1Tasty arepa’s 4.9359Diners seeking handmade arepas on the go
#2Los sabores de Colombia 4.81,355Colombian cuisine
#3El sabor de Tampa Venezuelan food 4.7441Venezuelan street-food meals
#4Arepas Maita Clearwater 4.7279Venezuelan food newcomers
#5Arepas Donde Flor 4.7148Quick Venezuelan arepas and empanadas
#6Mi Tierra Latina 4.61,512Colombian small plates
#7Super Tequeño & Tasty Thai 4.6697Venezuelan food seekers
#8Mi Pueblito Bakery & Restaurant 4.62,026Colombian breakfast and comfort food
#9Nico's Arepas Grill 4.32,299First-time Venezuelan food diners
#10Pabellon restaurante 4.8511Venezuelan empanada fans

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Arepa restaurants across Tampa and nearby areas

The choices extend beyond Tampa proper into Clearwater, Ruskin and Lutz, alongside Tampa restaurants and food trucks. That makes the menu and setting worth weighing against the drive, especially for a casual meal. Check whether the business operates from a truck, restaurant or bakery format before leaving. For delivery or pickup, confirm the current ordering area and service options rather than assuming every location covers the same territory.

Arepa dining options covered

  • Handmade Colombian-style arepasFind food-truck arepas with hearty fillings such as beef patacon, mixed parrilla and specialty combinations.
  • Venezuelan stuffed arepasChoose fillings including pernil, carne mechada, cheese, chicken, pabellón and other traditional combinations.
  • Arepas with broader Latin menusExplore restaurants pairing arepas with empanadas, cachapas, tequeños, patacones, seafood or grilled meats.
  • Colombian breakfast and bakery fareChoose a bakery-restaurant for Colombian breakfast plates, soups, seafood and housebaked goods.
  • Food-truck and takeaway mealsUse casual trucks and counter-service locations for quick meals, takeaway, outdoor seating or delivery where described.
  • Family and shared diningFind dining rooms, small plates, generous portions and varied menus suited to family meals or sharing.
  • Venezuelan groceries and specialty productsShop for Venezuelan snacks, beverages, pantry staples and hard-to-find products alongside a restaurant meal.

How to choose an arepa restaurant

  1. Choose the arepa traditionDecide whether you prefer Colombian-style handmade arepas, Venezuelan stuffed arepas or a menu that includes both with other Latin dishes.
  2. Name the filling before you goAsk whether the kitchen currently offers the filling you want, such as pernil, carne mechada, pabellón, chicken and cheese, beef or mixed parrilla.
  3. Match the setting to the occasionPick a food truck for an on-the-go meal, a bakery for breakfast and baked goods, or a dining room for family portions and shared plates.
  4. Check ordering and service formatConfirm whether the location supports dine-in, takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating, catering or online ordering for your planned meal.
  5. Measure the actual tripVerify whether the restaurant is in Tampa, Clearwater, Ruskin or Lutz before choosing a menu that requires a longer drive.
  6. Ask about dietary needsIf vegetarian choices matter, ask which arepas, sides or other menu items fit, rather than assuming every filling or kitchen option does.

Questions readers ask

Are all the listed arepa restaurants in Tampa proper?

No. The comparison includes Arepas Maita Clearwater, Arepas Donde Flor in Ruskin and Super Tequeño & Tasty Thai in Lutz, as well as Tampa-area choices. Confirm the location before planning around a specific menu.

Where can I get arepas from a food truck?

Tasty arepa’s is described as a food-truck restaurant serving handmade Colombian-style arepas. Arepas Donde Flor is another food-truck option, with Venezuelan arepas, empanadas, takeaway and other service formats.

Which restaurants offer more than arepas?

Nico’s Arepas Grill adds empanadas, cachapas, tequeños, patacones, grilled meats and seafood. El sabor de Tampa includes patacones, cachapas, empanadas and Venezuelan burgers, while Super Tequeño & Tasty Thai combines Venezuelan and Thai food.

Can I order arepas for delivery or catering?

Arepas Donde Flor is described with takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating and catering. El sabor de Tampa offers dine-in, takeaway and delivery, while other locations may use different ordering arrangements, so confirm current coverage before placing an order.

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