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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, 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, soy-free
Diet fit at White Maize
Dairy-Free at White Maize
White Maize in Brooklyn has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yuca Fries, Avocado and Sweet Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at White Maize
White Maize in Brooklyn has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado, Sweet Plantains and Tostones Vegetarianos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at White Maize
White Maize in Brooklyn has 24 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yuca Fries, Pabellon Vegetariano Arepa and Tres Leches Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at White Maize
White Maize in Brooklyn has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Maltin Polar and Passion Fruit Juice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at White Maize
White Maize in Brooklyn has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Maltin Polar and Passion Fruit Juice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at White Maize
White Maize in Brooklyn has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yuca Fries, Avocado and Sweet Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at White Maize
White Maize in Brooklyn has 23 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yuca Fries, Pabellon Vegetariano Arepa and Tres Leches Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at White Maize
White Maize in Brooklyn has 9 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado, Tajadas and Sweet Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at White Maize
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Steak Bowl | 14.2 g | 42.3 g |
| Chorizo Arepa | 10.6 g | 40.6 g |
| Shrimp Arepa | 24.3 g | 39.8 g |
| Pabellon Arepa | 99 g | 25.7 g |
| Black Beans & Rice | 84 g | 24.5 g |
| Capresa Arepa | 10 g | 16.8 g |
| Quesillo | 13.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Guava & Cheese Tequenos | 23.3 g | 7.1 g |
| Reina Pepiada Arepa | 7 g | 6.6 g |
| Tres Leches Cake | 9.4 g | 5.8 g |
| Domino Arepa | 14.8 g | 5.3 g |
| Pelua Arepa | 13.3 g | 5.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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.
Menu
Arepas
Traditional Venezuelan Arepas, Gluten-Free
- 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reina Pepiada Arepa - $16.5: Avocado-Chicken Salad and Gouda Cheese Dietary tags: 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, Halal, 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, Halal, 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: Halal, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tajadas - $8: Sweet plantains topped with fresh cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, 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, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostones Mixtos - $11: Fried plantains topped with pulled beef or avocado-chicken salad Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca Fries - $7: Five in an order Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb 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 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Bowl - $18: Rice, sweet plantains, Black Beans, Lettuce, Pico De Gallo, Avocado, fresh cheese, gouda cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Cachapas
- Cheese Cachapa - $11.95: Sweet Corn Pancake with Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Tres Leches Cake - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Nutella Tequenos - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Guava & Cheese Tequenos - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Sides
- Avocado - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sweet Plantains - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans & Rice - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plain Grilled Arepa - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Papelon - $4: Raw Sugar Limeade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Passion Fruit Juice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, 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: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, 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
Frequently Asked Questions about White Maize
- Is White Maize dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. White Maize has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yuca Fries, Avocado and Sweet Plantains.
- What can I eat at White Maize on a dairy-free diet?
- Yuca Fries, Avocado and Sweet Plantains carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does White Maize have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Yuca Fries and Avocado.
- Is White Maize gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at White Maize?
- Grilled Steak Bowl, at roughly 42.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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