Bar Arepera El Jagüey: The Venezuelan Spot Selling 400 Empanadas Daily in Tenerife

This establishment in Santa Cruz de Tenerife has earned recognition for its authentic Venezuelan cuisine, particularly its empanadas and arepas.

Image of Venezuelan empanadas and arepas on a counter.
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Image of Venezuelan empanadas and arepas on a counter.

Bar Arepera El Jagüey, located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, has established itself as a benchmark for Venezuelan gastronomy on the island, notable for producing over 400 empanadas daily.

The establishment, offering both dine-in and takeaway options, has gained popularity among Venezuelan food enthusiasts. Content creators like @guachinchesmodernos have visited following numerous recommendations from their followers, confirming the quality of their offerings.
Among the specialties that have captivated visitors are the tequeños with blueberry jam, the pabellón empanada, and the shredded beef empanada, described as "brutal". An original combination of almogrote with plantain also surprised. The arepas, served with various sauces developed in collaboration with the Canarian company Guachinerfe, such as avocado sauce, are another highlight.
The figure of over 400 empanadas daily prepared at the premises underscores the high demand and customer recognition for this emblematic product.
Bar Arepera El Jagüey is located at Avenida de los Majuelos, 110, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The venue boasts an excellent rating of 4.6 stars on Google, reflecting customer satisfaction. Its opening hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, remaining closed on Sundays.