Hola Arepa

Hola Arepa, based in South Minneapolis, is a culinary destination offering a unique twist on Latin street food. Specializing in Venezuelan-style stuffed arepas, alongside an array of Latin American-inspired small plates, and exotic tropical cocktails, the restaurant immerses patrons in a flavorful dining experience.

Founded by Chef Christina Nguyen and Birk Grudem, Hola Arepa originated as a food truck in 2011 before transitioning to a physical restaurant in 2014. The vibrant space reflects the duo's travels to beach towns and quaint cafes across South America, Central America, and Mexico, providing a setting that complements the rich flavors of their offerings.

Every dish at Hola Arepa is meticulously crafted from scratch with a touch of love. Their signature arepas, handmade daily from cornmeal dough, are griddled to perfection, then generously filled with a variety of meats, veggies, cheeses, and homemade salsas. Moreover, the majority of their menu items are gluten-free, catering to a diverse range of dietary preferences.

Generated from the website content