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Welcome to Gusto Gourmet
At Gusto Gourmet, great food starts with authentic flavors, quality ingredients, and a passion for sharing Venezuelan-inspired cuisine. Located on Shepherd Drive in Houston, we offer a welcoming space where guests can enjoy creative fusion dishes, traditional favorites with a modern twist, and genuine hospitality. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch, gathering with friends, or picking up something delicious to go, every visit is centered around bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and a memorable dining experience.
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Made From Scratch, Every Single Day
Gusto Gourmet has been serving arepas, cachapas, and handcrafted favorites made from scratch every day on South Shepherd Drive since 2012.
Arepas, Cachapas, and Tequeños
Naturally gluten-free arepas, sweet cachapa pancakes, crispy cheese-filled tequeños — plus a full vegetarian and vegan menu.
Catering for Any Occasion
From mini arepitas to full Pabellón spreads, we bring Venezuelan flavors to your next event — office lunches, celebrations, and everything in between.
From Our Home Kitchen to Houston
Yosi and Sandra started Gusto Gourmet in 2012 with a home kitchen and a gift for cooking. Over a decade later, Houston keeps coming back.
Visit Us Today 📍
Gusto Gourmet is ready to serve you fresh, flavorful Venezuelan comfort food in a cozy café setting. Stop by for dine-in, grab takeout, or enjoy a relaxed breakfast, brunch, or lunch filled with arepas, cachapas, and more. We look forward to welcoming you!
📍 3306 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77098
🕒 Hours of Operation:
Mon–Fri: 9 AM–7 PM
Saturday: 9 AM–7 PM
Sunday: 10 AM–2 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We’re known for Venezuelan food in Houston, from filled arepas and sweet corn cachapas to empanadas, breakfast waffles, and traditional desserts.
- Latin American Food: Latin American favorites range from filled arepas and empanadas to plantain bites, hearty plates, and sweet corn cachapas. Examples include #5 AREPA PELUA, EMPANADAS (3), PATACONES (5), PABELLON PLATE, and CACHAPA CHEESE.
- Venezuelan Food: Venezuelan staples bring together stuffed arepas, cheese-filled snacks, cachapas with savory fillings, and traditional sweet rolls. Examples include #11 AREPA REINA PEPEADA, TEQUEÑOS PLATANO/CHEESE X4, CACHAPA BEEF, and GOLFEADO (VENEZUELAN SWEET ROLL).
- Drinks: Drinks span tropical fruit flavors, Venezuelan favorites such as chicha and papelón, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Examples include PASSION FRUIT, CHICHA, PAPELON, FRESCOLITA, ICE COFFEE, and HOT TEA.
- Arepas: Arepas range from ham-and-cheese fillings to vegan and Mediterranean-inspired versions, alongside egg combos and plain portions. Examples include #13 AREPA CHEESE & HAM CLASICA, #12 AREPA VEGAN, AREPA MEDITERRANEA, COMBO #2 (Beans/Eggs), and AREPA PORTION.
- Breakfast: Breakfast pairs egg combos with beef or beans, arepa portions, and waffles that include a Nutella corn version. Examples include COMBO #1 (Beef/Eggs), COMBO #2 (Beans/Eggs), COMBO #6 AREPAS PORTION (3), NUTELLA CORN WAFFLE, and PERICO PORTION.
Additionally, explore Desserts, Vegetarian Food, Empanadas, Juices, Waffles, and Coffee.
Where are you located?
We are located in Houston, TX at 3306 Shepherd Dr
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: West University Place, Southside Place, Bellaire, Houston, Riverside Terrace, Museum Park, Houston Heights, University Place, Neartown - Montrose, Midtown, Greenway / Upper Kirby, Fourth Ward, Medical Center, Afton Oaks / River Oaks, Sunny Side, Hunters Creek Village, Hilshire Village, Piney Point Village, Spring Valley Village, and Spring Valley.
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