I had heard about this place from a couple of people, and good thing, as I would have never found it otherwise. The only advertising you see from a semi-main road is a little sign stuck in the ground with an arrow indicating a next turn. Who knew this little gem would be found in an industrial strip? Well apparently, several knew, as it was packed when I strolled in... (You ever feel like the world is holding out on you? Note, it ain't holdin' out on me no mo!!)
My first thought when looking at the menu was, "I never knew you could have so many different kinds of arepas!" What are arepas, you ask? They are these flat, round, unleavened patties made of cornmeal or flour that are grilled, baked, or fried, common to both Venezuela and Colombia. I've always had them with cheese, but Eats Good 33 cured me of the blandness! Seeing as there were over ten ways in which to order arepas, my (thank you, Lord, for adventurous) colleague and I decided to get two different kinds along with a main dish. Our arepas of choice were (1) "La Pelua" / slow-cooked, pulled beef and gouda cheese and (2) "La Sifrina" /shredded chicken with avocado and gouda cheese. Who knew chicken salad type concoction could go on an arepa?? But, man, they were both tasty. Which one would you get?
For our shared main dish, we ordered slow cooked, pulled pork with rice, beans, and plantains. Extremely delicious. This dish came out first, so we were enjoying every bite, but the taste buds went into over-drive when the arepas came out. After our lunch, we ordered a cafe con leche and a frozen cappuccino -- and they do the frozen cappuccinos the right way (literal espresso blended with a little bit of milk and ice).
Did I mention that everything is made-to-order? All their breads are made fresh daily. What this means for you is, don't bother bringing a large group unless you intend to spend half the day there. They do, however, cater and deliver. For large orders, you must call ahead at least 24 hours, so that they can be sure to have enough bread for the day.
Those thinking "I'm going THERE this weekend," think again. Eats Good 33 is open only Monday through Friday from 8am-4pm. Did I mention they serve breakfast? Didn't try it, but I will (have heard those Venezuelans know how to do breakfast)!!!
Familiarize yourself with this logo, so you don't drive by and miss a little piece of Heaven.
Delectable....
Check it out: http://www.eatsgood33.com/
6882 NW 20th Ave -> that would be very close to Powerline & McNabb
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
Tel. (954) 956-4480
