White Maize – Mexican

White Maize captures the vibrant spirit of Venezuelan street food, where the comforting aroma of golden, griddled cornmeal cakes fills the air. Each hand-held pocket is stuffed to bursting with savory treasures, from the rich, traditional layers of shredded beef and black beans to the bright, creamy indulgence of avocado-laced chicken salad. It is a lively destination where bold, rustic flavors and colorful ingredients come together to create a soulful dining experience that feels both deeply authentic and wonderfully welcoming.

277 Smith Street, New York, New York 11231 https://whitemaizebk.com/

Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: Mexican

Price range: $

Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb

Currently closed

Hours

Tuesday - Sunday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

What diners are saying

Diners rave about the generous portions and perfectly crispy dishes that define the menu, highlighting a dining experience that leaves guests feeling thoroughly satisfied. Celebrated for its inviting space and warm atmosphere, the venue is frequently praised for its friendly and knowledgeable service staff who provide expert menu recommendations. Reviewers highlight the attentive care and welcoming environment as key elements that make every visit both seamless and memorable.

Pabellon Arepa - $16.5: Pulled Beef or Chicken, Black Beans, Sweet Plantains, and Fresh Cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Pabellon Vegetariano Arepa - $16.5: Avocado, Black Beans, Sweet Plantains, and Fresh Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Chorizo Arepa - $16.5: Grilled Spanish Chorizo and Fried White Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Ceviche Vegetariano Arepa - $16.5: Portobella Mushroom, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Mango, Lime Juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
Parilla Arepa - $16.5: Grilled Steak or Chicken, Grilled Tomato, Grilled Cheese, and Avocado Available at: dinner, lunch
Parilla Vegetariana Arepa - $16.5: Grilled Portabella Mushroom, Tomato, Grilled Cheese, and Avocado Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Reina Pepiada Arepa - $16.5: Avocado-Chicken Salad and Gouda Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Domino Arepa - $16.5: Black Beans and Fresh White Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
Capresa Arepa - $16.5: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, and Pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pelua Arepa - $16.5: Pulled Beef or Chicken and Gouda Cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Shrimp Arepa - $16.5: Garlic Butter Shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
La Bestia Arepa - $16.5: Grilled Steak, Grilled Chorizo, Fried Cheese, Avocado and Pico de Gallo Available at: dinner, lunch

Appetizers

Tequenos - $2: Fresh cheese wrapped in dough, deep fried Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Tajadas - $8: Sweet plantains topped with fresh cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Tostones Vegetarianos - $9: Fried plantains topped with cabbage salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Tostones Mixtos - $11: Fried plantains topped with pulled beef or avocado-chicken salad Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Empanadas - $9: Three assorted gluten-free empanadas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Guac & Tostones - $10: Guacamole with green fried plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Yuca Fries - $7: Five in an order Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch

Bowls

Pulled Beef Bowl - $15: Rice, sweet plantains, Black Beans, Lettuce, Pico De Gallo, Avocado, fresh cheese, gouda cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Grilled Steak Bowl - $16.5: Rice, sweet plantains, Black Beans, Lettuce, Pico De Gallo, Avocado, fresh cheese, gouda cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Salmon Bowl - $18: Rice, sweet plantains, Black Beans, Lettuce, Pico De Gallo, Avocado, fresh cheese, gouda cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch

Cachapas

Cheese Cachapa - $11.95: Sweet Corn Pancake with Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Pulled Beef & Cheese Cachapa - $13.79: Sweet Corn Pancake with Pulled Beef and Cheese Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
Pulled Chicken & Cheese Cachapa - $13.79: Sweet Corn Pancake with Pulled Chicken and Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch

Dessert

Quesillo - $6: Venezuelan style flan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Tres Leches Cake - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Nutella Tequenos - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Guava & Cheese Tequenos - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC

Sides

Avocado - $3 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Sweet Plantains - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Black Beans & Rice - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Plain Grilled Arepa - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch

Beverages

Papelon - $4: Raw Sugar Limeade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Passion Fruit Juice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Maltin Polar - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Best-Ever Sangria Glass - $11: 16oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Best-Ever Sangria Pitcher - $38 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free

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