Address: 4253 W Armitage
Neighborhood: Hermosa
Cuisine: Latin / Venezuelan
Price Range: $$
Website: https://www.ricaarepachicago.com/
Hours:
Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Our take: Hermosa’s arepas done right: Rica Arepa stuffs your dreams between two cornmeal patties. Bring your own Polar beer and get ready for handheld heaven.
Wine Pairing: Venezuelan arepas pair well with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light Beaujolais. For a bolder choice, try a Carmenere.
Beer Pairing: A Venezuelan beer like Polar is traditional. For a craft option, try a crisp blonde ale or a fruited sour beer.
Spirits Pairing: Rum is popular in Venezuela. Bring a bottle of Diplomatico or Santa Teresa. For a change, try a bottle of aguardiente or pisco.