Punto Criollo
The only Venezuelan restaurant in Coral Gables, serving arepas, empanadas, and pabellon criollo for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily until 6 or 8pm, no alcohol service.
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The Vibe
Punto Criollo is the only Venezuelan restaurant in Coral Gables, and its 700+ reviews confirm it's earned the title. Family-owned and family-friendly, the narrow Andalusia Ave space turns out arepas, empanadas, and tequeños with a consistency that's earned a loyal following. The pabellón arepa is the dish to start with; the tequeños are the reason to come back.
What to Order
- Pabellón Arepa — Shredded beef, black beans, fresh cheese, and sweet plantains inside a handmade arepa — the dish reviewers cite most; Coral Gables Love called it magnificentCoral Gables Love
- Empanadas (assorted) — Multiple fillings; reviewers who try all seven call each one 'more exquisite than the last'TripAdvisor
- Tequeños — Golden cheese-stuffed fried dough — described as addictive; don't skip themTripAdvisor
- Setting
- Bar lounge
- View
- None
- Formality
- Casual
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