La Bodega

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  jo

  ·1 month ago

  “Amazing food, great vibes always. David is always serving with a smile even during a rush! My go-to is the cafe leche y leche, either hot or iced, both lovely. Love the canola which they have as a special from time to time, with a choice of either chicken or beef. And of course, you can’t go wrong with the arepa Reina Pepiada - so refreshing and look at the amount of filling you get!!”

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  cadas

  ·1 month ago

  “the place was so cute, and the mechada was SO well-fried and perfectly pulled i looove. the venezuelan flat white was really yummy too. definitely coming back to try the arepas and explore the rest of the drinks menu. 10/10 would recommend!!”

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  Mimosa Guru

  ·5 months ago

  “I visited La Bodega recently and had a mixed experience overall. On the positive side, the food is genuinely excellent. The arepas and empanadas are absolutely delicious—full of flavour and clearly made with care. The coffee was also very good. If you’re going purely for the food, it’s definitely worth a visit. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, which made the experience pleasant. However, the atmosphere didn’t quite match the expectation of a Venezuelan place. The music wasn’t necessarily dated, but it didn’t feel Venezuelan at all—nor even Latin American. It doesn’t need to be loud or lively, but something that reflects the culture would really improve the overall feel. The seating layout is also a bit unusual. It feels more like a children’s soft play seating area or playground-style setup rather than a comfortable place to sit and enjoy a meal. Combined with the music, this creates an atmosphere that doesn’t quite work for sitting in and relaxing, and feels a bit mismatched overall. There is also a selection of products available, which is nice to see. However, there are very few Venezuelan items—most of the drinks, for example, are Chinese, Mexican, or Italian. It’s not a complaint, just a bit unexpected when you’re visiting a place that presents itself as Venezuelan. That said, I understand that importing specific products may not always be easy. Overall, it’s a lovely place with fantastic food and kind staff, but the atmosphere and interior could benefit from a bit more attention to better reflect its Venezuelan identity.”

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  Angelina

  ·6 months ago

  “A really nice cafe with good music and delicious food. The arepas are absolutely packed with protein and flavour. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. Definitely a gem in Glasgow 🫶🏻”

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  Tom Kerr

  ·6 months ago

  “Great unusual Venezuelan lunch: prickly pear cactus juice. Arepas Raina ( a flatbread stuffed with spicy pulled chicken, chopped tomatoes, red onion and herbs) and fantastic coffee, all gluten free.”

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  Josephine Roberts

  ·7 months ago

  “Awesome place! Great food, vibes and staff are lovely! We got recommended by a friend who lives in Glasgow! We had both empanadas and arepas, so yum! Especially the empanadas! Definitely coming back. Thanks guys”

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  Vito Calo

  ·11 months ago

  “The coffee is a proper art, The place makes you feel like you're out of Scotland, The kindness of the owner and his staff makes you feel at home. The empanadas take me back to a place in my homeland. You have to visit!”

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  Leo K

  ·1 year ago

  “Wonderful place, great staff and relatively cheap food. The place itself was small with some seating around however due to the popularity sitting in may be difficult but they do takeaway. The coffee was fantastic, sourced from Venezuela and the food itself was full of flavour. A couple of items was enough for myself for lunch. Service was quick, staff were helpful and overall a lovely place for a bite to eat.”

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  Natalie Stasiak

  ·1 year ago

  “Had such a lovely experience at La Bodega with my friend and my dog! From the moment we arrived, the staff were incredibly welcoming – even making a special fuss over my dog, which was such a thoughtful touch. The food and drinks were absolutely amazing, full of flavour and beautifully presented. It’s a unique spot with a great atmosphere, definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for something a bit special in Glasgow. We’ll absolutely be back!”

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  iain McLean

  ·1 year ago

  “Absolutely stunning place. Genuinely never had food like it. Pulled pork and white rice aside, everything on my plate was a new flavour. Best guac I’ve ever had? Yes. Best salsa I’ve ever had? Yes. The plantains and whatever else that thingmy was were tremendous carriers of flavours to my gob. I personally had the pabellòn criollo and my friend had the bandida arepas and both were cracking pieces of kit. They were incredibly well seasoned and spiced building a taste sensation I’d been craving for a while. Star of the show for me? Black beans all day. Staff were incredibly friendly and forgiving for the pronunciation and were happy to walk us through the menu. There are toilets and outdoor seating plus it’s easy to order to sit in or takeaway. We were lucky to get a table as it does get busy on a Saturday, but my goodness is the place worth a visit. 10/10 would dine again. Thanks everyone cheers!”

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