AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE

Does AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE keep a clean kitchen? Yes — an A grade, 100/100, at its most recent inspection on April 29, 2026. Inspectors cited no violations.

Its most recent inspection on April 29, 2026 came back clean. Diners give it 4.4 across 1,124 reviews. It's a American spot in Altamonte Springs. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, and healthy diners.

A · 100/100 · among the cleanest kitchens in Seminole County

Get directions Call (407) 335-4903

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (100/100)
Violations
None recorded
Address
1156 W SR 436, Altamonte Springs, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
Venezuelan restaurant, Cafeteria, Coffee shop, Coffee store, Latin American restaurant, Restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.4 stars (1124 reviews)
Seats
28
Phone
(407) 335-4903
Website
Official website
Photo of AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE
Photo: Arepas, Café & More Latin Food

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.4 Community-sourced rating 1,124 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Reviews and inspection point the same way here. Where how long an order takes comes up, the rating that follows averages 5.0, so it reads as a strength.

The split is 22 positive to 2 negative across 25 rated reviews, with 1 in the middle. 5 stars is the modal score, given by 21 of the 25 reviewers who rated. Conspicuously absent: freshness and temperature, which no reviewer brings up.

The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (100/100) and no violations cited. That inspection was on April 29, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. On health score it sits safer than 100% of the Seminole County restaurants we grade. Nothing was written up at that inspection at all.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.

Our own analysis of 25 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    Muy buenas las empanadas.

  • June 23, 2026

    Buena comida, lugar agradable y tranquilo

  • June 21, 2026

    The food was delicioso!!

  • June 11, 2026

    It's a small place, but it has a homy feel to it. The tequeños were really good.

  • June 11, 2026

    Delicious

  • June 11, 2026

    Olvidaron poner las bebidas en el pedido y la única solución que dieron fue hacer otra compra para poder enviar lo que ELLOS olvidaron.

  • June 6, 2026

    Excellent Venezuelan food spot! Very down to earth and simple decor/place, but what really matters is that the food is authentic and delicious! 😋 Also, fair affordable prices that we can easily afford especially in today’s economy. I had the Cachapa con queso de mano, delicious! I also had to have an empanada de jamón y queso, also delicious! Their coffee is to kill for. I had not one, but two marrón grande! The best! Finally real coffee ☕️. Plus everyone was very polite and attentive, friendly down to earth atmosphere! I’ll be back many times.

  • June 4, 2026

    Super Rico! Delicious. The person at the counter was very sweet and talked to us as we waited. I only wish I'd ordered more.

  • May 30, 2026

    Soy de Venezuela y He venido a este lugar por bastante tiempo y pues me parece q la calidad ha bajado La carne mechada estaba seca y un poco sin sabor La masa de la arepa dura y seca no parecía recién hecha Las empanadas la masa tanto la carne estaban secas Puede mejorar y ponerle cariño a comida de Venezuela darle el gusto y sazonar debido y preocuparse por el detalle

  • May 29, 2026

    Amé el café!! Las empanadas deliciosas, todo calientico

  • May 28, 2026

    Amazing cooking, flavors and cilantro sauce. Thank you ❤️

  • May 18, 2026

    Me encanta

  • May 11, 2026

    Súper rica las empanadas, las arepas! La atención es exelente! Muchas gracias!

  • May 3, 2026

    Excelente atención, los precios bastante accesible y la comida buena, solo le faltaba un poco de sal pero de resto excelente, volveré sin duda, recomendado

  • April 29, 2026

    Best arepas

  • April 25, 2026

    Glad to have found this place. Staff were friendly. Had the cheesy party, steak pepito super special (not pictured) and cachapa pabellon. Servings are big. All of them are really tasty 😋 I can’t wait to try their other dishes.

  • April 24, 2026

    Very good Cachapas and delicious natural juices!

  • April 21, 2026

    Me encantó, la comida muy fresca y deliciosa..

  • April 18, 2026

    Comida fresca y muy buena!

  • April 16, 2026

    Everything has been good so far 🫶🏻 I have been here a couple times and prices are super affordable

  • April 14, 2026

    Best Venezuelan food around, friendly service, and top 3 coffees of my life. It’s not a negative because it’s good they are so busy but sometimes it’s hard to get a table and then they don’t have like a waiting list since you seat yourself. I just wish they sat people and made a list during busy times. Have recommended this place to everyone!

  • April 12, 2026

    Great veggie options 👌

  • March 29, 2026

    100% Recomendado. Cada vez que voy me siento como en casa.

  • March 22, 2026

    Great arepas! I have celiac disease. No cross contamination. Delicious Venezuelan food. Can't wait to come back. Filling is very generous in arepas and the garlic sauce is delicious.

  • March 3, 2026

    Para lo que ofrece es caro

Overall Score

74 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 13/20
    4 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.4★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 3/10
    Declining, 25% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
8 AM to 3 PM
Tuesday
8 AM to 8 PM
Wednesday
8 AM to 8 PM
Thursday
8 AM to 8 PM
Friday
8 AM to 8 PM
Saturday
8 AM to 8 PM
Sunday
8 AM to 5 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. April 29, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    No violations cited.

  2. April 10, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Extension given, pending

    0 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
  3. February 3, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    0 high-priority · 4 intermediate · 5 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 27 — Water source safe; hot and cold water under pressure
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
  4. July 28, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 27 — Water source safe; hot and cold water under pressure
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×2)

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: April 29, 2026