This stand is one of the biggest reasons I love coming to the Hollywood Farmers market! The food is fresh and delicious, the service is lovely, and as someone who spent time in South America it’s as authentic as any arepa I’ve had down there. Do NOT skip this amazing food stand if your in the area on Sundays!The 405 and East LA are my favs.The average 10min wait and the messy experience is well worth it!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The 405, The Cheester
KN K.
10 out of 10 Authentic Flavor! Portions to Pricing rations are appropriate. All the Arepas have great flavor , Bring the Braised Pork back! It's so good it gets SOLD OUT FAST!"The 405"Braised Beef , + added egg & + avocado Black Beans , Plantains , cotija cheese , cilantro
Steph P.
Really yummy! I got "the 405" and it was amazing. I loved the sweetness from the plantains and the savory-ness from the beef/beans/sauces. What a great combo! As others have said, prices are higher than one might expect but the taste was so good I can't be mad at them. I'd definitely recommend "the 405". The flavors were poppin! And the sauces (garlic, avocado, and spicy) are a must! I got all 3 drizzled on top, it was bomb!
Incris L.
If you're ever near the Hollywood farmers market I highly recommend to stop by and have an arepa from The Arepa Stand. Arepas are a staple street food in many Latin American countries. I'm telling you this as I literally transported myself out of this country at that first bite. I had the Chester added egg and plantains I added both the orange and green sauce (get extra sauce to keep it saucey). I'm from Las Vegas and can keep dreaming of when I will visit again! No picture of mine however a few of my cousin enjoying his is all I have. It's been a week and a well overdue review! Keep it up guys!
Eliana S.
The Mar Vista farmers market is not my personal favorite farmers market in LA (parking is tough and they are super strict on the no dog policy) BUT it's worth a visit just to eat at this place. I got the Westsider(?) which is what they seem to be known for and it did not disappoint. The arepa was crispy yet gooey at the same time, and it paired perfectly with the cheese/chicken/avocado goodness in the sandwich. I do wish the spicy sauce on the side had a little more heat to it but it was still delicious. I wish they set up shop at the Marina Del Rey farmers market on Saturdays, I would go every week.
Caitlin O.
Pretty good, but almost $20 for one arepa is rough. I paid 2 or 3 dollars extra to get cotija cheese and they only put the lightest dusting of cheese, a very minuscule amount. It was decent but for the price I probably won't be back.
Julian C.
Gave this a try, but oh boy very disappointed this "Venezuelan arepas"are not authentic whatsoever! And over priced...
Andrea B.
I'm all for small businesses and I'll admit the chicken arepa I got (and shared with my daughter because I wouldn't splurge on two - and we were starving after) tasted good, but $18 for a small sandwich at a food stand with no sides and no service? I cringe when I see an $18 burger at a fancy restaurant - at least that's filling, comes with a side and is served on a real plate at a location where I can sit comfortably, not on a sidewalk. I can't see how this price is justified.
So Ortiz
Now its more and more expensive ?
David Eaton
Wonderful! Good food, service and ambiance. Will be stopping by again!!
The arepas are so delicious. They are big too. I highly recommend this spot. I wish they had their own restaurant. Id eat there almost every day.
Richie D.
A little Venezuela stand that could! I love arepas from Colombia and Venezuela but these Venezuelan style arepas are stuffed very generously. Very nice and friendly staff and the ambience is great in the middle of the Farmer's mkt. Loved The Hills vegan arepa stuffed with plantains, avocado and more! Very delicious! I got to choose between two sauces and I picked the spicy one :) Pick up an arepa and walk the market or sit down on a communal table.
Gian Ignacio Lombardi
These arepas are a piece of heaven!
Omar Crave
delicious food
paul gonzalez
The arepas are so delicious. They are big too. I highly recommend this spot. I wish they had their own restaurant. Id eat there almost every day.
This stand is one of the biggest reasons I love coming to the Hollywood Farmers market! The food is fresh and delicious, the service is lovely, and as someone who spent time in South America it’s as authentic as any arepa I’ve had down there. Do NOT skip this amazing food stand if your in the area on Sundays!The 405 and East LA are my favs.The average 10min wait and the messy experience is well worth it!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The 405, The Cheester
10 out of 10 Authentic Flavor! Portions to Pricing rations are appropriate. All the Arepas have great flavor , Bring the Braised Pork back! It's so good it gets SOLD OUT FAST!"The 405"Braised Beef , + added egg & + avocado Black Beans , Plantains , cotija cheese , cilantro
Really yummy! I got "the 405" and it was amazing. I loved the sweetness from the plantains and the savory-ness from the beef/beans/sauces. What a great combo! As others have said, prices are higher than one might expect but the taste was so good I can't be mad at them. I'd definitely recommend "the 405". The flavors were poppin! And the sauces (garlic, avocado, and spicy) are a must! I got all 3 drizzled on top, it was bomb!
If you're ever near the Hollywood farmers market I highly recommend to stop by and have an arepa from The Arepa Stand. Arepas are a staple street food in many Latin American countries. I'm telling you this as I literally transported myself out of this country at that first bite. I had the Chester added egg and plantains I added both the orange and green sauce (get extra sauce to keep it saucey). I'm from Las Vegas and can keep dreaming of when I will visit again! No picture of mine however a few of my cousin enjoying his is all I have. It's been a week and a well overdue review! Keep it up guys!
The Mar Vista farmers market is not my personal favorite farmers market in LA (parking is tough and they are super strict on the no dog policy) BUT it's worth a visit just to eat at this place. I got the Westsider(?) which is what they seem to be known for and it did not disappoint. The arepa was crispy yet gooey at the same time, and it paired perfectly with the cheese/chicken/avocado goodness in the sandwich. I do wish the spicy sauce on the side had a little more heat to it but it was still delicious. I wish they set up shop at the Marina Del Rey farmers market on Saturdays, I would go every week.
Pretty good, but almost $20 for one arepa is rough. I paid 2 or 3 dollars extra to get cotija cheese and they only put the lightest dusting of cheese, a very minuscule amount. It was decent but for the price I probably won't be back.
Gave this a try, but oh boy very disappointed this "Venezuelan arepas"are not authentic whatsoever! And over priced...
I'm all for small businesses and I'll admit the chicken arepa I got (and shared with my daughter because I wouldn't splurge on two - and we were starving after) tasted good, but $18 for a small sandwich at a food stand with no sides and no service? I cringe when I see an $18 burger at a fancy restaurant - at least that's filling, comes with a side and is served on a real plate at a location where I can sit comfortably, not on a sidewalk. I can't see how this price is justified.
Now its more and more expensive ?
Wonderful! Good food, service and ambiance. Will be stopping by again!!
Restaurantji Recommends
The arepas are so delicious. They are big too. I highly recommend this spot. I wish they had their own restaurant. Id eat there almost every day.
A little Venezuela stand that could! I love arepas from Colombia and Venezuela but these Venezuelan style arepas are stuffed very generously. Very nice and friendly staff and the ambience is great in the middle of the Farmer's mkt. Loved The Hills vegan arepa stuffed with plantains, avocado and more! Very delicious! I got to choose between two sauces and I picked the spicy one :) Pick up an arepa and walk the market or sit down on a communal table.
These arepas are a piece of heaven!
delicious food
The arepas are so delicious. They are big too. I highly recommend this spot. I wish they had their own restaurant. Id eat there almost every day.