Arepa Café
The venue advertises a 100% gluten-free menu.
Per-allergen evidence
The venue advertises a 100% gluten-free menu. Multiple community reviews on FindMeGlutenFree, however, report that tequeños (wheat-based) are served, empanadas are fried in shared oil, and some beef arepas contain soy sauce with gluten. The fryer is not dedicated. The Atly blog claims a dedicated GF kitchen, but several first-hand accounts contradict this. There is no accreditation from Coeliac Australia or other recognised body. Cross-contamination risk is significant. Celiac diners should exercise caution and ask detailed questions.
[1] Aggregator Gluten-Free Arepas in Lima, Peru, FindMeGlutenFree
A search result lists Arepa Café with 12 safety ratings and a GF menu tag.fetched May 18, 2026[2] Aggregator The Best Gluten-Free Restaurants and Bakeries in Lima, Peru, FindMeGlutenFree
The Lima GF restaurant list shows Arepa Café with a GF menu and arepas as GF items.fetched May 18, 2026[3] Aggregator Arepa Café - Gluten-Free Venezuelan Restaurant in Barranco, FindMeGlutenFree
A dedicated page for Arepa Café contains 12 reviews. Multiple reviewers note non-gluten-free items, including tequeños, a shared fryer, and soy sauce, despite the menu's claim.fetched May 18, 2026[4] Verified blog Arepa Café - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Lima, atly.com
Atly blog claims a dedicated GF kitchen, trained staff, and that all menu items are GF. This contradicts community reviews.fetched May 18, 2026Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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