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Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen
Arepa Restaurant and Latin American Restaurant$$$$
Mission District, San Francisco
This place is famous for their arepas. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Get the shredded beef pabellon arepa and garlic yucca fries"(18 Tips)
"Get the shredded beef pabellón if you're looking for a classic dish, you..."(4 Tips)
"Yuca fries and empanadas are also great."(10 Tips)
"Arepas and other gluten free deliciousness"(6 Tips)
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Literally a hole in the wall restaurant with very limited seating space but all that seem OK when the food is so awesome. Vegetarian Arepas, Cocunut lime drink, different dippings were delicious.
LaurissaMarch 25, 2015Loved the taro nachos and arepas. Great options for someone who can't eat gluten or dairy. Will definitely come again the next time I'm in San Fran. MASSIVE portions though.
Upvoted Oct 19
Food NetworkJanuary 28, 2015Enjoy fresh, authentic Venezuelan food at Pica Pica. Trythe Arepa Beef Pabellón — a corn pocket stuffed with shredded beef doused in homemade sauce, sweet plantains and a black bean spread. Read more
Julian ForeroJuly 8, 2017I tried the empanadas, white arepa with beef and the sweet corn cachapa. Thoughts: white arepa mixed with sweet plantains, beef and black beans is an amazing combination, empanadas wouldnt get again.
The vegetariana plate with a sweet yellow arepa is delicious and filling. If you're with other people, consider grabbing the yuca fries starter—the fries are great with the aioli and the guac is bomb!
Adam MaMarch 3, 2014Yuca fries were delish. Shrimp ceviche was soso. The sweet corn looked a little tastier than the regular I got. Pulled pork hands down better than the chicken. Super friendly staff, good service
Daniel GraysonMarch 14, 2019Wow. Wow. I was unprepared for how much I was going to love the shredded beef pabellón with the sweet yellow corn.- Lears FoolSeptember 4, 2015Arepas are really the type of thing I feel you have to be in the mood for. If you aren't craving sweet corn mush, then hit all the other places in the Mission.
Justin McKissickSeptember 13, 2015I've never had an arepa before, but I will have to again! Pork(?) black bean purée and plantains in a sweet yellow shell.
The grilled chicken arepa with sweet yellow corn and coconut lime fresh juice was sent straight from heaven to this place here on earth! 🙏 soo good!
ShaenaDecember 10, 2014The vegetarian arepa is so good (&filling!) They've also got some great fresh juices. The coconut lime is really yummy & refreshing!
Get arepas with the sweet corn shell (cachaca) and add avocado. Put the spicy orangey creamy looking sauce on everything. Empanadas are fried and filled with queso fresco ~ yum!
Bela PulgarApril 6, 2015Arepas, cachapas and empanadas. A bit pricey but the food is worth it. Try the coconut lime water. Can't wait to go back.- Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014On Triple D, Guy called the arepas at Pica Pica a "corn pocket wonder." The gluten-free tortilla acts as the container for dozens of Pica Pica's dishes. Read more
Brian StraussOctober 15, 2014Beef arepa is tasty. Good gluten free fair. Hard to prioritize this place over the other incredible Latin American food in the area.
Lu SilversteinAugust 23, 2015The Plato is awesome. But add Yuca frites to get the full savory experience. This was a very nice surprise.
Tim MacalinoAugust 14, 2017The shredded beef pabellon is so YUMMY!! (Stuffed with plantains, blk. beans, queso fresco).
- Margo MaryOctober 27, 2017The plantanes are so good! Better than El Techo rumor has it. I loved the coconut rice as well.
- Earl WilliamsAugust 9, 2014The spicy chicken catira with the sweet corn arepas are delicious. Yuca fries and empanadas are also great.
Amanda Van WestOctober 30, 2011Maizewich pabellon keeps me coming back! So much deliciousness packed in every bite...and it makes me exceedingly happy that everything is gluten-free here. ---> :) see?
The sweetness of the cachapa is out of this woorldddd. If you get it to go, don't forget the sauce!- Arianne KrekelerSeptember 4, 2013Get the shredded beef pabellón if you're looking for a classic dish, you also can't go wrong with yuca fries!
- Alicia CocchiMarch 16, 2013Coconut and line juice drink is amazing and pairs perfectly with the food. Don't miss it if its available!
SophieAugust 5, 2015Grilled chicken arepas and empanadas, so nice, after I was full for the whole day!
Mike VirdureDecember 2, 2013The Grilled Chicken sweet corn Arepas is hella good! Highly recommend this joint if you dig Venezuelan food!
J SDecember 27, 2016Garlic Yuca fries were my favorite. Would suggest the pulled pork over the beef pabellon
The grilled chicken cachapa was to die for! So filling. Sweet and savory at the same time.
Kirk McMurrayOctober 27, 2012Try the Beef Pabellón Cachapa - Delicious! @SirTeno you would love this Venezuelan treat. Thanks @LadyLexy of @Foodspotting acclaim!!
The Pabellón on the cachapa is always a favorite. If you like it spicy try the pica' pun salsa with some yuca fries too!
Zahra NealyNovember 11, 2012Get the beef pabellon! Best dish I have had in a while. All of the sauces, especially pica pun are delish!
100% gluten free and delicious! They even have Omission beer.
Sonia SanchezApril 7, 2012My favorite arepa is the Pabellon - shredded beef, sweet plantains, black beans with queso fresco....It's Delicious!!!!
- lynn friedmanOctober 17, 2013great grilled chicken & avocado sandwich - make sure to add some red sauce - it's got flavor without the heat
RahNovember 2, 2013DELICIOUS! Go there. Everything is great, but if you order the nachos, share! It's a huge order.
Candice Ibarra BúnMarch 4, 2016I'd like to try some other combinations, as the pabellon was good, but not super authentic or as flavorful as I'd hoped.
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Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen
401 Valencia St (at 15th St)
San Francisco, CA 94103
United States
San Francisco, CA 94103
United States
Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen serves hand-made, slow-cooked arepas and other Venezuelan eats in the heart of San Francisco, CA.
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
(415) 400-5453
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer
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