An arepa is a Venezuelan cornmeal cake that is cooked until crisp outside and soft inside, then split and stuffed with fillings like shredded beef, chicken, pork, cheese or avocado.

Do you have vegetarian options?

Yes. Vegetarian-friendly choices include the Cauliflower Ricotta and Domino (black bean) empanadas, the La Bonita and Aphrodite arepas, guacamole and chips, wood-fire street corn and sweet plantains. Let your server know about any dietary needs.

Do you offer takeout or delivery?

Yes. You can order takeout online through our Order Online button, and delivery is available through Grubhub and Uber Eats, linked from our Order Online menu.

Where is Valencia Cocina located?

Valencia Cocina is at 164 Main St, Norwalk, CT 06851, in the heart of Norwalk, Connecticut.

Venezuelan Street Food

Arepas in Norwalk, CT

Crisp outside, soft inside and stuffed to order. Our arepas are a Venezuelan staple, filled with slow-cooked meats, cheese and fresh toppings.

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What is an arepa?

An arepa is a Venezuelan cornmeal cake that is cooked until the outside is golden and the inside is soft, then split open and filled. It is eaten for breakfast, lunch and dinner across Venezuela, and it is naturally made from corn.

At Valencia Cocina you can choose from classic fillings like Carne Mechada and Pabellón-style plates, or newer creations like the Rumbera and the Zach.

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Our arepas

Every arepa on our current menu, with its fillings.

Arepas

carne mechada
Wood Fire Rib Meat – Asado Glaze – Jasper Hill Farm Cheese – Pickled Onion
reina
Amish Chicken Salad – Avocado Mash – Crispy Red Onion – Cilantro
rumbera
Crispy Pork Belly – Gouda Cheese – Garlic Crema – Jalapeño
zach
Fried Chicken - Hot Honey
pernil
Venezuelan Style Roasted Pork - Mojo Marinade
carlo
Fennel Arepa, Chicken Mechado, Avocado, Queso
aphrodite
Mango, Avocado
chef
Chipotle Sauce, Jalapeños, Cheese Steak, Peppers, Onions
real deal
Venezuelan Chorizo, Mozzarella
sloppy mikey
Beef Picadillo, Cheddar, Salsa Rosa
la bonita
Avocado, Queso Blanco
chicken mechado
Chicken Stew, Peppers, Onions, Tomato
luisito
Bacon, Queso Blanco, Avocado
jenny
Grilled Chicken, Cheese, Spinach
lucas fire
Chili Arepa, Steak, Pico, Fire Crema

Make it a combo

Turn an arepa into a meal with rice, beans, avocado and plantains, or build The Works with one arepa and one empanada.

Combos

arepa combo
Choose one Arepa, Rice - Beans - Avocado - Plantains
empanadas combo
Choose Two Empanadas, Rice, Beans, Avocado, Plantains
the works
Choose One Arepa and One Empanada, Rice, Beans, Avocado, Plantain

Empanadas in Norwalk

Visit Valencia Cocina in Norwalk, CT

Find us on Main Street in Norwalk, Connecticut. Reserve online, call ahead or order for takeout.

Valencia Cocina

164 Main St, Norwalk, CT 06851

(203) 846-8009

Kitchen Hours

Monday11am – 9pm

Tuesday11am – 9pm

Wednesday11am – 9pm

Thursday11am – 9pm

Friday11am – 10pm

Saturday11am – 10pm

Sunday11am – 9pm

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