Finding good arepas near Boston used to mean a long drive or a trip into the city. La Qchara changed that. With two locations in Melrose and Beverly, you can get fresh, handmade Venezuelan-style arepas without leaving the North Shore or Greater Boston suburbs.
What Makes La Qchara Arepas Different
At La Qchara, arepas are made from scratch every day — not frozen, not pre-made. The corn dough is prepared in-house, grilled to order, and stuffed with fillings that reflect authentic Venezuelan and Latin American recipes. Every arepa is naturally gluten free.
Arepa Options at La Qchara
- Carne Mechada Arepa — Venezuelan seasoned shredded beef, queso seco, black beans ($17.95)
- Reina Pepiada Arepa — Cilantro lime avocado chicken salad ($15.95)
- Choriqueso Arepa — Queso de freir, chorizo, onions, pickled onions, tomato ($16.95)
- Domino Arepa — Black beans, sweet plantains, queso fresco ($14.95)
- Camarón Arepa — Sautéed shrimp, pico de gallo, fresh avocado ($17.95)
- Arepa Con Queso — White shredded cheese filling ($10.95)
Each arepa comes with a house salad. All are gluten free.
Two Locations Near Boston
- Melrose, MA — 506 Franklin St, Melrose MA 02176 · (781) 662-5555
- Beverly, MA — 44 Cabot St, Beverly MA 01915 · (978) 969-2123
Both locations serve arepas all day, seven days a week. No reservations needed for a quick lunch, but OpenTable reservations are available for dinner.
Why Arepas Are Worth Seeking Out
The arepa is to Venezuela what the sandwich is to the United States — a staple, a comfort food, a meal in your hands. The corn bun is crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and sturdy enough to hold generous fillings without falling apart. If you’ve never had one, La Qchara is one of the best places near Boston to try your first.
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