Authentic Colombian street food, famous for its arepas & vibrant Jackson Heights presence. A must-try for South American flavors.
The Arepa Lady, a former cart turned brick-and-mortar in Jackson Heights, is celebrated for its South American corn cakes and Colombian fare.
Arepa Lady, a beloved Colombian eatery that began as a street cart, has transitioned into a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Jackson Heights. It continues to be celebrated for its exceptional South American corn cakes (arepas), earning a reputation as one of the best in NYC. The restaurant offers a taste of authentic Colombian cuisine, making it a must-visit for those seeking flavorful and traditional dishes.
Specializing in Colombian cuisine, Arepa Lady is renowned for its arepas, with specific recommendations for carne asada arepas and stuffed arepas. The menu also features empanadas and street corn. While generally highly praised, one comment noted that the Jackson Heights location is superior to the Astoria location.
"Customers particularly recommend the carne asada arepas and other stuffed arepas. The menu also includes empanadas and street corn."
Customers overwhelmingly praise Arepa Lady, highlighting its authentic Colombian cuisine and particularly its famous arepas. The transition from a street cart to a brick-and-mortar location has been well-received, maintaining its status as a top spot.
Important Note
One comment suggests that the quality at the Astoria location may not be as good as the Jackson Heights location.
"Arepa Lady was featured for its Colombian street corn, empanadas, and various arepas, including arepa de choclo and arepa de queso pollo desmachado."
Positive"This commenter stated that Arepa Lady is the best Colombian restaurant."
Positive"This commenter found the Jackson Heights location of Arepa Lady to have good stuffed arepas, but advised avoiding their Astoria location which was not as good."
Positive"Arepa Lady at DeKalb Market Hall is recommended for Colombian food."
Positive"Arepa Lady is listed as a recommended restaurant in Jackson Heights."
Positive"Arepa Lady is listed as a general recommendation for a mom and pop restaurant, in response to a request for home-style cooking."
Positive"The author lists Arepa Lady in Jackson Heights as one of several great places to eat in Queens, famous for its arepas."
Positive"Suggests Arepa Lady for Colombian food as an example of cuisine potentially hard to find in Europe."
Positive"Highlights Arepa Lady in Jackson Heights as a place for Colombian food, suggesting it for cuisine hard to get in Europe."
Positive"Suggests Arepa Lady for their carne asada arepas."
Positive"Included in a list of recommended spots in Jackson Heights for a food crawl."
Neutral"Arepa Lady is a good restaurant in Queens."
Neutral
