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Arepittas

Venezuelan Restaurant, Vegan Chorizo

Worth ordering: Arepanamed in 9 reviews

Try the vegan chorizo arepa or soy chorizo empanadas for flavorful plant-based options.

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination

  • Good to know: Expect some oiliness in the vegan dishes, especially the arepas and empanadas.
  • Ask for vegan cilantro sauce, which is available and highly recommended.
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  • Consider ordering bowls as a less oily alternative to arepas.
  • Outdoor seating is available, offering a relaxed dining experience.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Empanada

People also mention bowl, fries and plantains.

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Also soyrizo, susana and tostada.

Good for

The vibe: solo

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for fast service.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Arepittas specializes in Venezuelan street food with a casual, unpretentious vibe and a solid selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes. The menu includes flavorful arepas, empanadas, and bowls that feature plant-based proteins like vegan chorizo and eggplant. Customers often mention friendly service and a cozy atmosphere, though some note the food can be oily and wait times longer during peak lunch hours.

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412-428 Cherry Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–20:00
Tuesday
11:00–20:00
Wednesday
11:00–20:00
Thursday
11:00–20:00
Friday
11:00–20:00
Saturday
09:00–20:00
Sunday
09:00–18:00

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.7 6 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
vegan chorizo, soy chorizo, eggplant + 2 more

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

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