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Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen

Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen

Arepa Restaurant and Latin American Restaurant$$$$
Mission District, San Francisco
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    Go here. Experience the arepas. It's worth it.
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    Shirley L.
    "Get the shredded beef pabellon arepa and garlic yucca fries"(18 Tips)
    Arianne K.
    "Get the shredded beef pabellón if you're looking for a classic dish, you..."(4 Tips)
    Earl W.
    "Yuca fries and empanadas are also great."(10 Tips)
    Ximena
    "Arepas and other gluten free deliciousness"(6 Tips)
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  • Ashok L.heart icon on user image
    Ashok LalwaniOctober 26, 2014
    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.
  • SFGate
    SFGateAugust 2, 2014
    The menu has expanded as well, moving beyond just the arepas ($8.95) - grilled corn pockets stuffed with fillings like shredded pork, beef or cheese - to include ceviche, salads and platters. Read more
  • Food Network
    Food NetworkJanuary 28, 2015
    Enjoy 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
  • Laurissaheart icon on user image
    LaurissaMarch 25, 2015
    Loved 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.
  • Julian F.heart icon on user image
    Julian ForeroJuly 8, 2017
    I 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.
  • Luke B.heart icon on user image
    Luke BornheimerDecember 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    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 M.
    Adam MaMarch 3, 2014
    Yuca 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 G.heart icon on user image
    Daniel GraysonMarch 14, 2019
    Wow. Wow. I was unprepared for how much I was going to love the shredded beef pabellón with the sweet yellow corn.
  • Lears F.heart icon on user image
    Lears FoolSeptember 4, 2015
    Arepas 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 M.heart icon on user image
    Justin McKissickSeptember 13, 2015
    I've never had an arepa before, but I will have to again! Pork(?) black bean purée and plantains in a sweet yellow shell.
  • 💋Micaela
    💋MicaelaApril 15, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    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!
  • Ansellheart icon on user image
    AnsellApril 3, 2015
    The sweet yellow corn is a really nice addition to the arepa!
  • Shaenaheart icon on user image
    ShaenaDecember 10, 2014
    The vegetarian arepa is so good (&filling!) They've also got some great fresh juices. The coconut lime is really yummy & refreshing!
  • Kelly .
    Kelly 🍰September 10, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    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 P.heart icon on user image
    Bela PulgarApril 6, 2015
    Arepas, cachapas and empanadas. A bit pricey but the food is worth it. Try the coconut lime water. Can't wait to go back.
  • Food Network
    Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014
    On 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 S.
    Brian StraussOctober 15, 2014
    Beef arepa is tasty. Good gluten free fair. Hard to prioritize this place over the other incredible Latin American food in the area.
  • Lu S.heart icon on user image
    Lu SilversteinAugust 23, 2015
    The Plato is awesome. But add Yuca frites to get the full savory experience. This was a very nice surprise.
  • Tim M.heart icon on user image
    Tim MacalinoAugust 14, 2017
    The shredded beef pabellon is so YUMMY!! (Stuffed with plantains, blk. beans, queso fresco).
  • Stephen C.heart icon on user image
    Stephen ChisaAugust 7, 2015
    All of the arepas are great!
  • Margo M.heart icon on user image
    Margo MaryOctober 27, 2017
    The plantanes are so good! Better than El Techo rumor has it. I loved the coconut rice as well.
  • Sil Q.heart icon on user image
    Sil QdlsApril 1, 2019
    Amazing arepas and cachapas with many veggie options
  • Earl W.heart icon on user image
    Earl WilliamsAugust 9, 2014
    The spicy chicken catira with the sweet corn arepas are delicious. Yuca fries and empanadas are also great.
  • Amanda V.
    Amanda Van WestOctober 30, 2011
    Maizewich 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?
  • Dan M.heart icon on user image
    Dan MilanoAugust 18, 2015
    Cool food - hard to eat more than a few fries. Split with a friend.
  • Bommyheart icon on user image
    BommyMarch 29, 2015
    Sweet yellow corn vegetarian arepa is delicious. Order a side if yuca fries too.
  • Coralie S.heart icon on user image
    Coralie SabinJuly 16, 2015
    Grilled chicken arepa is amazing! I asked for avocado too.
  • Allison Y.heart icon on user image
    Allison YuAugust 25, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    The sweetness of the cachapa is out of this woorldddd. If you get it to go, don't forget the sauce!
  • Arianne K.
    Arianne KrekelerSeptember 4, 2013
    Get the shredded beef pabellón if you're looking for a classic dish, you also can't go wrong with yuca fries!
  • Alicia C.
    Alicia CocchiMarch 16, 2013
    Coconut and line juice drink is amazing and pairs perfectly with the food. Don't miss it if its available!
  • Mike V.heart icon on user image
    Mike VirdureDecember 2, 2013
    The Grilled Chicken sweet corn Arepas is hella good! Highly recommend this joint if you dig Venezuelan food!
  • J S.
    J SDecember 27, 2016
    Garlic Yuca fries were my favorite. Would suggest the pulled pork over the beef pabellon
  • Sophieheart icon on user image
    SophieAugust 5, 2015
    Grilled chicken arepas and empanadas, so nice, after I was full for the whole day!
  • Vanessa D.
    Vanessa DaySeptember 11, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The grilled chicken cachapa was to die for! So filling. Sweet and savory at the same time.
  • Kirk M.
    Kirk McMurrayOctober 27, 2012
    Try the Beef Pabellón Cachapa - Delicious! @SirTeno you would love this Venezuelan treat. Thanks @LadyLexy of @Foodspotting acclaim!!
  • Katie W.
    Katie WhiteApril 18, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    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 N.
    Zahra NealyNovember 11, 2012
    Get the beef pabellon! Best dish I have had in a while. All of the sauces, especially pica pun are delish!
  • Ben D.
    Ben DruckerJune 13, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    100% gluten free and delicious! They even have Omission beer.
  • Sonia S.
    Sonia SanchezApril 7, 2012
    My favorite arepa is the Pabellon - shredded beef, sweet plantains, black beans with queso fresco....It's Delicious!!!!
  • Simon W.
    Simon WillisonJuly 21, 2023
    Absolutely love the Asado Negro Cachapa
  • lynn f.
    lynn friedmanOctober 17, 2013
    great grilled chicken & avocado sandwich - make sure to add some red sauce - it's got flavor without the heat
  • Samaherheart icon on user image
    SamaherAugust 12, 2014
    Shredded beef arepa is verrrry delicious
  • Rah
    RahNovember 2, 2013
    DELICIOUS! Go there. Everything is great, but if you order the nachos, share! It's a huge order.
  • Namita D.heart icon on user image
    Namita DMarch 5, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Shredded beef arepa 👌🏼
  • Amy B.heart icon on user image
    Amy BJanuary 5, 2017
    Casual spot with excellent food. Arepas are filling!
  • Shirley L.heart icon on user image
    Shirley LiuFebruary 14, 2015
    Get the shredded beef pabellon arepa and garlic yucca fries
  • Sarahheart icon on user image
    SarahSeptember 20, 2015
    The plantains are delicious, and the food is extremely filling.
  • Jussi H.
    Jussi HäyhäNovember 16, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    All gluten free and great for vegans.
  • Bill T.heart icon on user image
    Bill TothJuly 4, 2015
    Everything! The nachos are even more awesome than they look.
  • Candice I.heart icon on user image
    Candice Ibarra BúnMarch 4, 2016
    I'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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