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Tradición Criolla

Our traditional Venezuelan menu

Handmade arepas, crispy empanadas, sweet cachapas, and homestyle Criollo specialties made fresh every day in Katy.

ArepasEmpanadas CriollasCachapasTequeños & AppetizersTraditional PlattersSides & DrinksDesserts
Category 1 of 7

Arepas

Golden, crispy cornmeal pockets stuffed to order

Reina Pepiada

House Favorite

Shredded chicken and creamy avocado salad with fresh cilantro and lime.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Pelúa

Slow-cooked shredded beef paired with sharp yellow cheddar cheese.

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Dominó

Vegetarian

Seasoned black beans topped with salty shredded Venezuelan white cheese.

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Catira

Juicy shredded chicken breast combined with melted yellow cheese.

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Arepa de Pabellón

Signature

Shredded beef, seasoned black beans, sweet fried plantains, and white cheese.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe
Category 2 of 7

Empanadas Criollas

Crispy, sweet-crusted corn flour turnovers fried golden

Empanada de Carne Mechada

Classic

Tender shredded beef simmered with sweet bell peppers and garlic.

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Empanada de Pollo

Carefully seasoned shredded chicken breast in a savory criollo sofrito.

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Empanada de Queso

Vegetarian

Gooey melted Venezuelan white cheese inside a crispy golden shell.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Empanada de Cazón

Coastal Specialty

Shredded shark seasoned with sweet chili and spices, a coastal Venezuelan classic.

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Category 3 of 7

Cachapas

Sweet tender fresh corn griddle pancakes folded with rich fillings

Cachapa con Queso de Mano

Most Loved

Sweet corn pancake filled with thick, soft artisanal handmade cheese and butter.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Cachapa con Cochino

Stuffed with succulent slow-roasted pork chunks alongside creamy white cheese.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Cachapa Especial

Chef Choice

Generously packed with fresh cheese, roasted pork, and a golden fried egg on top.

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Category 4 of 7

Tequeños & Appetizers

Irresistible Venezuelan shareables and crisp starters

Tequeños Tradicionales

Party Favorite

Spears of Venezuelan queso blanco wrapped in flaky pastry dough with garlic dipping sauce.

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Tostones

Twice-fried savory green plantain rounds served warm with creamy house dipping sauce.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Yuca Frita

Crispy fried yuca batons with a fluffy interior and fresh garlic mayo dip.

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Patacones con Guasacaca

Pressed crispy green plantain patties topped generously with herbed avocado sauce.

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Category 5 of 7

Traditional Platters

Hearty, comforting plates celebrating timeless Venezuelan heritage

Pabellón Criollo

National Dish

Shredded beef, black beans, white rice, and sweet plantains — Venezuela's national dish.

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Asado Negro

Sunday Classic

Tender Venezuelan eye of round pot roast braised in a rich panela dark reduction.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Parrilla Criolla para Compartir

Serves 2-3

Char-grilled flank steak, chorizo, chicken, yuca, and tostones made for sharing.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe
Category 6 of 7

Sides & Drinks

Traditional refreshing sips and savory accompaniments

Arroz Blanco

Fluffy steamed white rice seasoned lightly with garlic and sea salt.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Tajadas

Sweet, caramelized ripe plantain slices fried until golden brown.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Papelón con Limón

Refreshing

Refreshing raw sugar cane beverage infused with fresh squeezed lime juice.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Chicha Venezolana

Thick, creamy sweet rice drink dusted with ground cinnamon and condensed milk.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Malta

Classic brewed Venezuelan non-alcoholic malt soda served ice cold.

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Category 7 of 7

Desserts

Sweet finishes inspired by authentic abuela recipes

Quesillo

Traditional

Silky, caramel-drizzled Venezuelan flan with a delicate hint of vanilla and rum.

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Torta de Tres Leches

Sponge cake soaked in evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream with meringue.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe

Dulce de Lechosa

Festive Recipe

Tender candied green papaya ribbons simmered slowly with spices and raw panela syrup.

Prepared fresh dailyAuthentic recipe
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