Chips & 4 Salsas
$ 8.00Your choice of four vibrant homemade salsas including red chile-tomato, Hola, tomatillo-avocado, and aji verde, served with freshly fried crispy corn tortilla chips.
Your choice of four vibrant homemade salsas including red chile-tomato, Hola, tomatillo-avocado, and aji verde, served with freshly fried crispy corn tortilla chips.
Crispy corn tortilla chips served with fresh homemade guacamole made from ripe avocados, lime, and cilantro.
Loaded crispy tortilla chips piled high with melted queso, black beans, citrus crema, tomatoes, citrus onion, scallions, sweet & hot jalapeños, salsa verde, and red salsa.
Golden-brown crispy yuca fries served with your choice of aioli verde or chimichurri dipping sauce.
Golden crispy fried arepa balls stuffed with goat cheese and jalapeño, accompanied by a sweet guava dipping sauce.
Caramelized sweet plantain slices drizzled with cool citrus crema and sprinkled with crumbly white cotija cheese.
A crispy tostada layered with tomatillo salsa, fried eggs with runny yolks, black beans, queso fresco, pickled onion, radish, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro.
Gourmet eggs benedict featuring a Brazilian gluten-free cheesy bread bun (pão de queijo), chorizo sausage patties, poached eggs, mojo verde, and rich hollandaise, served with an arugula & tomato salad.
Flour tortilla stuffed with cheesy soft scrambled eggs, stewed pinto beans, Hatch chile salsa, and smashed potatoes. Served with mixed greens, potato holas, or yuca fries.
A savory skillet of fried yuca hash loaded with chorizo, a poached egg, beans, tamarind-ancho, pickled cabbage, cotija, tomato, jalapeño, and scallion.
Sweet corn cachapa pancake topped with crispy fried chicken, a fried egg, bacon, chipotle-maple syrup, butter, arugula, corn, and jalapeño.
Colorful brunch bowl featuring fried egg, sweet plantain, black beans, tomato, pickled cabbage, jalapeño, poblano sauce, and citrus crema over green rice.
Fluffy Brazilian gluten-free cheesy biscuits smothered in a rich chorizo sausage gravy, topped with fried eggs and served with an arugula & tomato side salad.
Crispy fried cornmeal empanadas stuffed with black beans & Swiss cheese, served with pickled cabbage & chipotle aioli.
Fried cornmeal empanadas filled with Yucatán-style pollo pibil chicken, served with pickled cabbage & chimichurri aioli.
Crispy twice-fried smashed green plantains served hot and savory.
Charred Brussels sprouts tossed with house chorizo sausage, tamarind vinaigrette, pepitas, grana padano, caramelized onion jam, and radish.
Warm cornmeal arepa filled with black beans, fresh tomato, cotija cheese, and aioli verde, crowned with a fried egg.
Stuffed arepa featuring a fried egg, sliced sofrito-marinated flank steak, extra crispy hash brown, and chimichurri sauce.
Breakfast arepa packed with ham, Swiss cheese, roasted pork, fried egg, mustard, pickles, and aioli verde.
Tender slow-roasted pork stuffed inside a cornmeal arepa with Hola sauce, black beans, and cotija cheese.
Juicy grilled chicken stuffed inside a golden arepa shell with fresh tomatoes, crisp greens, and zesty chimichurri aioli.
Vegetarian arepa filled with seasoned black beans, creamy queso fresco, fresh tomato, pickled cabbage, corn salsa, and Hola sauce.
Decadent arepa packed with savory shredded beef, sweet plantains, black beans, cotija cheese, pickled onion, and Hola sauce.
Crispy fried chicken thigh stuffed in an arepa, drizzled with Hola hot honey, chipotle aioli, and a dill pickle-jalapeño slaw.
Quarter-pound smash burger served on a Brazilian gluten-free cheesy bread bun (pão de queijo) with a fried egg, American cheese, green onion aioli, shredded lettuce, chimichurri, and pickles.
Arepa stuffed with roasted sweet potato, black beans, queso fresco, tomato, citrus onion, Peruvian aioli, banana pepper, cilantro, and mint.
Arepa filled with bright orange achiote-cooked pollo pibil chicken, citrus onions, crema, oregano, arugula, and a side of habanero salsa.
Classic Cuban sandwich ingredients including ham, Swiss cheese, roasted pork, mustard, pickles, and aioli verde stuffed inside a warm arepa.
Two corn tortilla tacos filled with tender beef barbacoa, melted crispy cheese, red salsa, red onion, and fresh cilantro.
Tacos filled with adobo-spiced chicken tinga, crumbled cotija cheese, and carrot-jalapeño escabeche.
Tender pork carnitas tacos topped with sweet-tart tomatillo jam, queso fresco, citrus onion, and fresh cilantro.
Vegetarian tacos featuring crispy cheese shells filled with corn salad, chipotle mayo, cotija cheese, poblano salsa, radish, and pickled jalapeño.
Golden, perfectly pressed Cuban sandwich loaded with ham, Swiss cheese, roasted pork, mustard, pickles, and aioli verde.
Crusty bread sandwich loaded with shredded pollo pibil, mojo verde, melted cheese, citrus onion, green onion aioli, and fresh oregano.
Hearty sandwich filled with shredded beef, Hatch chile pinto bean spread, melted cheese, tomato, aioli verde, pickled jalapeño, and shredded lettuce.
Quarter-pound smash burger served on a gluten-free Brazilian cheesy bread bun (pão de queijo) with American cheese, green onion aioli, shredded lettuce, chimichurri, and pickles.
Colorful vegetarian grain bowl featuring sofrito rice, sweet plantains, black beans, tomato, pickled cabbage, jalapeño, poblano sauce, and citrus crema.
Vibrant salad tossed with mixed greens, grana padano, orange supreme segments, citrus onion, radish, pepita granola, and tamarind vinaigrette.
Caramelized sweet plantains served with citrus crema and cotija cheese.
Spiced hash brown coins served with a choice of aioli verde or chimichurri.
Miniature sweet corn cachapa pancakes topped with bacon, corn, cotija cheese, jalapeño, and chipotle-maple syrup.
Fluffy sweet corn pancake topped with rich blueberry compote and fresh whipped cream.
Decadent trifle layered with horchata pudding, banana slices, dulce de leche, cinnamon graham cracker crumble, and whipped cream.
Rich flourless chocolate cake paired with hazelnut Nutella, crowned with whipped crème fraîche.
Creamy coconut chia pudding layered with vibrant mango puree and fresh mixed berries.
Crispy rice treat made with browned butter, marshmallow, horchata spice, glaze, and colorful sprinkles.
Children's mini arepa served with two yuca fries and a side of Hola sauce. Choice of pork & cotija cheese, black bean & cotija cheese, ham & Swiss cheese, or guacamole.
Simple and comforting bowl of green rice (arroz verde), beans, and cotija cheese with choice of slow-roasted pork or chimichurri chicken.
Decadent brunch cocktail made with tequila, cold press coffee, and Licor 43.
Spicy brunch cocktail featuring tomato juice, vodka, chipotle, spices, and Salsa Lizano.
Refreshing michelada made with chipotle bloody mix, beer, and served with tortilla chips.
Classic savory cocktail prepared with vibrant tomato juices and spices.
Bright sparkling mimosa crafted with fresh citrus juice and bubbly wine.
Steaming mug of freshly brewed hot black coffee.
Smooth and bold cold press coffee served over ice.
Refreshing daily house-made lemonade or freshly brewed iced tea.
Authentic Mexican Coca-Cola sweetened with real cane sugar.
Refreshing grapefruit-flavored Jarritos soda from Mexico.
Glass of bright, freshly squeezed orange juice.
Choice of soothing hot herbal tea.
Frosty frozen slushie cocktail featuring tequila, blackberry, passion fruit, Curaçao, and lime.
Vibrant cocktail made with tequila, mango, tamarind, lime, apricot, and aromatic bitters.
Spicy cocktail crafted with chipotle reposado, Ancho Reyes liqueur, and passion fruit.
Refreshing green cocktail featuring tequila, cucumber, ginger, green tea, and fresh lime.
Classic margarita on the rocks made with premium tequila, fresh lime juice, orange Curaçao, and bitters.
Tropical tiki cocktail featuring a rum blend, orgeat, dry Curaçao, and roasted coconut.
Vibrant pink paloma made with tequila, Aperol, prickly pear, grapefruit, and super lime.
Refined cosmo prepared with vodka, Curaçao, rhubarb, lychee, cranberry, and cava.
Bubbly spritz featuring citrus gin, Aperol, elderflower, lavender, and cava.
Bold cocktail made with tequila, citrus sangrita, lime, and grapefruit Jarritos.
Creamy tropical tiki drink with rum blend, coconut horchata, piña, orange, and passionfruit.
Unique tropical negroni crafted with mezcal, pineapple Strega, coconut, and vermouth.
Refreshing house red sangria blended with seasonal fresh fruits and wine.
Refreshing mocktail made with blackberry, passion fruit, citrus, and soda water.
Sparkling mocktail featuring cucumber, ginger, green tea syrup, and soda water.
Rich and creamy coconut horchata infused with warm spices.
House-made fresh daily lemonade or iced tea.
Choice of bottled Mexican Coke or grapefruit Jarritos soda.
Indeed & Hai Hai collaboration pilsner brewed with lemongrass, ginger, and citrus (5.1% ABV).
Robust and hoppy IPA featuring bold hop character (7% ABV).
Crisp and refreshing session pale ale with bright citrus notes (5.4% ABV).
Classic imported Mexican pilsner style bottled beer (4.5% ABV).
Non-alcoholic craft hazy IPA delivering full hop flavor with minimal alcohol (<0.5% ABV).
Refreshing non-alcoholic light brew with crisp drinkability (<0.5% ABV).
Clean, bright Spanish sparkling wine with floral aromas, honeyed notes, and persistent bubbles.
Crisp and light French rosé showcasing fresh strawberry, citrus zest, and a dry, minerally finish.
Fresh and citrusy Portuguese white wine with subtle minerality and a slight effervescence.
Portuguese red blend featuring ripe dark berries, soft spice, and balanced acidity.
Nestled in the vibrant heart of South Minneapolis on Nicollet Avenue, Hola Arepa has firmly established itself as a beloved culinary destination for lovers of Latin American comfort food. Known far and wide for its festive atmosphere, colorful ambiance, and irresistible Venezuelan-style cornmeal cakes, this lively eatery delivers an unforgettable dining experience that effortlessly transports guests straight to the sun-soaked tropics.
At Hola Arepa, the menu is a celebration of vibrant flavors, fresh ingredients, and creative mixology. Diners consistently rave about the signature stuffed arepas, which strike the perfect balance between a crisp exterior and a warm, tender interior. Standout favorites include the Slow-Roasted Pork Arepa loaded with cotija and black beans, and the Chimichurri Chicken Arepa bursting with zesty herbaceous notes. For brunch enthusiasts, the Pão Benedict—featuring Brazilian gluten-free cheesy bread buns and rich hollandaise—alongside the indulgent Fried Chicken & Cachapa, receives unanimous praise from regular visitors and first-timers alike. Don't leave without sampling the crispy Yuca Fries served with aioli verde, or treating yourself to the mango chia seed pudding for a light, refreshing finish.
Beyond the exceptional food, Hola Arepa is celebrated for its infectious energy, upbeat playlist, and warm, attentive hospitality. Whether you are grabbing a seat in their charming enclosed outdoor patio as the sun sets or enjoying a round of expertly crafted tropical margaritas like the Samba Season Slushie during happy hour, the atmosphere feels both lively and personal. Reviewers frequently highlight the efficient service, welcoming staff, and impressive attention to dietary needs, noting that nearly the entire menu is wonderfully gluten-free. While the bustling dining room can get energetic and lively during peak hours, reservations are highly recommended to secure your table at this Minneapolis hot spot.
3025 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
4000 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55409
2940 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
2719 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408
4244 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409
2743 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Yes! Hola Arepa takes great pride in offering a menu where nearly all their signature cornmeal arepas, bowls, and tacos are naturally gluten-free, making it a favorite destination for guests with gluten sensitivities.
Some of the standout fan favorites include the Slow-Roasted Pork Arepa, Chimichurri Chicken Arepa, Pão Benedict for brunch, and the refreshing Samba Season Slushie margarita.
Yes, they offer a popular weekend and daytime brunch featuring unique twists like the Pão Benedict, Fried Chicken & Cachapa, and delicious brunch cocktails such as the Carajillo and Chipotle Bloody Mary.
Yes, they feature several outdoor seating experiences, including a cozy, enclosed patio area that offers a fantastic vibe during evening dining.
Entrée prices generally range from $11 to $19, with appetizers and sides starting around $7, offering great value for hearty portions and gourmet Latin American cuisine.
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