Arepa House

Arepa House

404 N 2nd St, Harrisburg, PA

★★★★★4.4(404 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Tucked away in Harrisburg, this Venezuelan gem specializes in authentic arepas and cachapas that hit every note—tender beef, perfectly balanced sweet corn pancakes, and that ideal ratio of cheese and seasoning that keeps people coming back. The compact space strikes a lovely balance between cozy indoor dining and a welcoming outdoor area, creating that ideal spot for lingering conversations with friends or family over genuinely fresh, hot food. What really shines is the unpretentious warmth of the place: the staff genuinely cares about making you comfortable, the kitchen takes real pride in their work, and even first-timers to Venezuelan cuisine leave feeling like they've discovered something special.”

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Family friendly.

Traditional drinksFamily friendlyOutdoor seatingMeetingsSlow sit

Google Reviews

Lizzay B
★★★★★8 months ago

Small but cute place to eat. The waitress didn’t have any smile at all but she did try to accommodate my request. I got pabellon al plato (beef) because I saw on the photos that someone got this dish with steak, but the waitress told me they use shredded beef not steak, I told…

Shane B
★★★★★10 months ago

Wow, this place is amazing! The food is fresh,hot, and delicious. Very nice atmosphere inside and a nice area to sit outside. The entire restaurant is nice and clean. The service is also amazing. This is what I call a Hidden Gem. Don't miss out on an amazing experience! A+++

Glenn Pareira
★★★★★11 months ago

Stumbled onto this place while driving through town. This was our first experience with Venezuelan and it was wonderful. Perfect rice and beans with sweet plantain served beside meat of your choice with two delicious sauces. I had the tres leches cake for dessert. Hands down the…

Lauren MacWithey
★★★★★a year ago

The beef cachapa was so tender and delicious. The corn pancake was slightly sweet to really set off the saltiness of the cheese and beef. The vibe is chill and welcoming. Definitely recommend!

Mindy Shipon
★★★★★2 years ago

Amazing spot! Super lovely people serving absolutely delicious food!!! I read another comment about the cake and had to try it- make sure to add it to your meal because it’s sweet goodness. The arepas were fantastic- we especially loved the one with plantains.

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