Arepas Cafe

Whether they’re filled with juicy strands of Venezuelan-style shredded beef or with Guyanese cheese, sweet plantains and avocado, the stuffed corn pastries at this cheery, no-frills eatery make for a satisfying meal all on their own. Try the simple cheddar version, which doesn’t push limited palates too far from the grilled-cheese comfort zone, and wash it down with tamarind juice, brown-sugar lemonade or chicha, a cinnamon-rice drink.