The food the service a d the atmosphere far exceeded my expectations! Best little hidden gem ? I have found in quite a while. I loved it. What I imagine a little slice of Columbia should feel like!Vegetarian options: Many options!Parking: It was just after a snow storm so I blame that on why I couldn't find the parking lot but don't let that stop you from stopping in!Wheelchair accessibility: I think you could get a chair in here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Arepa, Build Your Own Arepa, Avocado, Cheese Empanadas, Sauce, Garlic Lovers Arepas, Sweet Maitake Arepa, Empanadas - Chicken and Cheese, Guacamole, Sweet Plantain
Vincent D
Delicious garlic chicken arepa and empanadas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yetif Sa
Food was fine. The sauce was great. Cheese was congealed and cold at the bottom of the arepa. Staff was just as cold as the cheese. I hope staff receives ongoing service training, especially when it comes to interactions with its customers. Seems that this feedback has been delivered already based off past reviews but no improvement was noticed based on my experience. Low key regret tipping.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Sauce
Valerie Gosselin
food is easily 5 stars, but prices on delivery apps are upcharged ~30%. would not buy.
D Brown
I ordered online however, there was a system error so my order was not placed. It took another 20 minutes ( Not their fault) . I definitely enjoyed their veggie Arepa ( the overload of chick peas was too much) , I’m happy I added the plantains. They increased the flavor. The black bean arepa lacked in seasoning…definitely a minus for me because I threw away $16 just like that… The arepas I look for are never the same to the ones I’ve had in puerto Rico. And this doesn’t come close. The bread is not fluffy, it’s flat no sweetness, tasteless .It’s a family owned business which I love and support, service was kind, restaurant was cute and clean. Worth coming? Maybe to someone but I’ll pass. In the end I wasted $33 ish and my time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Cat Beau
When I tell you this maitake and plantain arrepa gave me hope that everything is going to be alright, that’s not an overstatement.Great vegan options. Friendly service. Clean space. Quick, kind service.I’m reading folks on here giving a 1 star review because it “isn’t authentic.” But does that completely invalidate what they are doing here? I don’t think so. Also, this is a family clearly bringing something to a community with different tastes and needs… sooo… what, they can’t be creative?Great work! Great food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AmbrosiusX
The food is sadly very mediocre. The arepas have a heft and a good amount of filling, but the taste itself was quite bland. The corn shell was also a bit tough which seemed unintentional. I will say it seems like the employees aren’t very thrilled to have to be there. Not sure what the situation is with that or if they were just not having the best day when I came in.Overall the food was the let down. I can see that just a couple years ago these arepas were almost half the price and at $9-$11 I could respect it but $16 for some pretty mid food was not a good deal imo.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Michelle Merrifield
My first time at MAIZ. Young woman taking my order was pleasant. Common area was simply decorated and appeared clean. I ordered two Arepas, garlic lovers and basico. The food was DELICIOUS! I would go again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marie Claflin
Excellent arepas! We had the Chori (chorizo, cheese, pick de gallo) and the Upgrade (cheese, pork, chicken, picoo) they each come with choice of sauce. The arepa was crunchy and delicious, the tomatoes in the pico were very fresh and ripe. Everything is also gluten free, including several desserts, and they sell wine, beer (including GF!) and seltzer. Wonderful place, very satisfying.Dietary restrictions: Everything is gluten free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
BETTY Rodriguez
Read some good reviews so gave this place a try. Immediately upon asking questions about some menu items as this was our first time dining at Maiz the young lady who took our order was not very friendly and short with my husband and I. Felt like we were inconveniencing the young lady. The food was fairly average. With the huge selection of quality restaurants in Portland that provide delicious cuisine and excellent customer service we will not be returning to this establishment to receive subpar service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Empanadas De Carne and Yucca Patties, Sauce, Build Your Own Arepa
Amazing food. The place itself is very small so we did take out. Highly recommend. And, it’s gluten free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Build Your Own Arepa
Spirit Nectar
Cute place with fast food vibe. Arepa with chickpeas and cauliflower was okay. Nothing special. 3 arepas appetizer I believe were tiny and not worth $10. Won’t go back but would suggest it for a snack.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Samantha Lynch
This is a great spot! The Pan de bono's are a must every time I go! This is a great place to go if you are gluten free because as of January 2024 their food is 100% gluten free. Always double check in case this changes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patrick Morin
The food was absolutely fantastic. I got the Garlic Lover Arepa with the suerito sauce and it was amazing. The serving size was large, the arepa was stuffed full and the service was very quick. I will for sure be coming back here to try the rest of the menu.
The food the service a d the atmosphere far exceeded my expectations! Best little hidden gem ? I have found in quite a while. I loved it. What I imagine a little slice of Columbia should feel like!Vegetarian options: Many options!Parking: It was just after a snow storm so I blame that on why I couldn't find the parking lot but don't let that stop you from stopping in!Wheelchair accessibility: I think you could get a chair in here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Arepa, Build Your Own Arepa, Avocado, Cheese Empanadas, Sauce, Garlic Lovers Arepas, Sweet Maitake Arepa, Empanadas - Chicken and Cheese, Guacamole, Sweet Plantain
Delicious garlic chicken arepa and empanadas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was fine. The sauce was great. Cheese was congealed and cold at the bottom of the arepa. Staff was just as cold as the cheese. I hope staff receives ongoing service training, especially when it comes to interactions with its customers. Seems that this feedback has been delivered already based off past reviews but no improvement was noticed based on my experience. Low key regret tipping.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Sauce
food is easily 5 stars, but prices on delivery apps are upcharged ~30%. would not buy.
I ordered online however, there was a system error so my order was not placed. It took another 20 minutes ( Not their fault) . I definitely enjoyed their veggie Arepa ( the overload of chick peas was too much) , I’m happy I added the plantains. They increased the flavor. The black bean arepa lacked in seasoning…definitely a minus for me because I threw away $16 just like that… The arepas I look for are never the same to the ones I’ve had in puerto Rico. And this doesn’t come close. The bread is not fluffy, it’s flat no sweetness, tasteless .It’s a family owned business which I love and support, service was kind, restaurant was cute and clean. Worth coming? Maybe to someone but I’ll pass. In the end I wasted $33 ish and my time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
When I tell you this maitake and plantain arrepa gave me hope that everything is going to be alright, that’s not an overstatement.Great vegan options. Friendly service. Clean space. Quick, kind service.I’m reading folks on here giving a 1 star review because it “isn’t authentic.” But does that completely invalidate what they are doing here? I don’t think so. Also, this is a family clearly bringing something to a community with different tastes and needs… sooo… what, they can’t be creative?Great work! Great food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is sadly very mediocre. The arepas have a heft and a good amount of filling, but the taste itself was quite bland. The corn shell was also a bit tough which seemed unintentional. I will say it seems like the employees aren’t very thrilled to have to be there. Not sure what the situation is with that or if they were just not having the best day when I came in.Overall the food was the let down. I can see that just a couple years ago these arepas were almost half the price and at $9-$11 I could respect it but $16 for some pretty mid food was not a good deal imo.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
My first time at MAIZ. Young woman taking my order was pleasant. Common area was simply decorated and appeared clean. I ordered two Arepas, garlic lovers and basico. The food was DELICIOUS! I would go again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent arepas! We had the Chori (chorizo, cheese, pick de gallo) and the Upgrade (cheese, pork, chicken, picoo) they each come with choice of sauce. The arepa was crunchy and delicious, the tomatoes in the pico were very fresh and ripe. Everything is also gluten free, including several desserts, and they sell wine, beer (including GF!) and seltzer. Wonderful place, very satisfying.Dietary restrictions: Everything is gluten free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Read some good reviews so gave this place a try. Immediately upon asking questions about some menu items as this was our first time dining at Maiz the young lady who took our order was not very friendly and short with my husband and I. Felt like we were inconveniencing the young lady. The food was fairly average. With the huge selection of quality restaurants in Portland that provide delicious cuisine and excellent customer service we will not be returning to this establishment to receive subpar service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Empanadas De Carne and Yucca Patties, Sauce, Build Your Own Arepa
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The Biggest Arepas in New England ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Build Your Own Arepa
Amazing food. The place itself is very small so we did take out. Highly recommend. And, it’s gluten free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Build Your Own Arepa
Cute place with fast food vibe. Arepa with chickpeas and cauliflower was okay. Nothing special. 3 arepas appetizer I believe were tiny and not worth $10. Won’t go back but would suggest it for a snack.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
This is a great spot! The Pan de bono's are a must every time I go! This is a great place to go if you are gluten free because as of January 2024 their food is 100% gluten free. Always double check in case this changes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was absolutely fantastic. I got the Garlic Lover Arepa with the suerito sauce and it was amazing. The serving size was large, the arepa was stuffed full and the service was very quick. I will for sure be coming back here to try the rest of the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauce, Garlic Lovers Arepas