Discover the top 3 highest-rated dining experiences
Find the 3 best places for arepas in Milwaukee. Curated list of top-rated restaurants serving exceptional arepas.
Milwaukee's Premier Arepas Destinations
Milwaukee’s culinary landscape is home to an impressive variety of arepas, offering diners a flavorful journey through both traditional Mexican and contemporary American styles. You can enjoy authentic, handcrafted pockets at local staples like Fiesta Colombia and Anytime Arepa, or explore a more eclectic setting at the 3rd Street Market Hall. This curated selection highlights the very best spots in the city to satisfy your cravings for these savory, golden corn cakes.
3 restaurants in Best Arepas in Milwaukee | Top 3 Spots
- Fiesta Colombia — Mexican · rated 4/5: Step into a vibrant sanctuary of South American flavors where the intoxicating aroma of warm guava pastries and golden-fried empanadas immediately awakens the senses. The counter showcases a sun-drenched bounty of traditional treasures, from the salty-sweet pull of cheese-stuffed arepas to the pillowy, cheese-infused warmth of freshly baked pandebono and bunuelos. It is a welcoming neighborhood gem that celebrates the soul of Colombian baking, inviting guests to linger over a sweet, sugar-dusted roscon or a savory cassava bread in a space that feels like a heartfelt home away from home.
- 3rd Street Market Hall — American · rated 3/5: A vibrant downtown destination where the hum of social energy meets a kaleidoscope of global flavors, this bustling hall invites guests to explore a curated collection of culinary stalls in a bright, communal atmosphere. Sun-drenched flavors shine through golden, handmade arepas and zesty Kompali tacos, while the rich aroma of slow-smoked meats and savory gyros wafts from open kitchens. It is a spirited sanctuary for food lovers, where every visit offers a lively journey through international street food and artisanal comfort.
- Anytime Arepa — Mexican: Golden, griddled cornmeal pockets take center stage at this vibrant eatery, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of slow-simmered meats and toasted maize. Crispy empanadas shatter at the first bite to reveal steaming fillings of melted cheese, seasoned beef, or traditional black beans, offering a soulful taste of Venezuelan comfort in every mouthful. It is a lively destination where the simple joy of a perfectly stuffed arepa brings a burst of authentic, sun-drenched flavor to the table.
