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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.
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, including filled arepas, sweet corn cachapas, empanadas, hearty breakfasts, and traditional desserts.
- Latin American Food: Latin American favorites range from filled arepas and corn pancakes to empanadas, plantain bites, and Venezuelan sweets. Examples include #5 AREPA PELUA, CACHAPA CHEESE, EMPANADAS (3), PATACONES (5), and GOLFEADO (VENEZUELAN SWEET ROLL).
- Venezuelan Food: Venezuelan staples include stuffed arepas, cachapas with meat or cheese, tequeños, and pabellón plates. Examples include #11 AREPA REINA PEPEADA, CACHAPA BEEF, CACHAPA DOBLE CHEESE, TEQUENOS, and PABELLON PLATE.
- Drinks: Refreshments span tropical fruit drinks, chicha, malt beverages, sodas, coffee, and hot tea. Examples include PASSION FRUIT, CHICHA, MALTA CARACAS, FRESCOLITA, ICE COFFEE, and HOT TEA.
- Arepas: Arepas offer traditional Venezuelan styles alongside ham and cheese, Mediterranean, and vegan options, plus egg-based combos. Examples include #13 AREPA CHEESE & HAM CLASICA, AREPA MEDITERRANEA, #12 AREPA VEGAN, #8 AREPA PABELLON, and COMBO #2 (Beans/Eggs).
- Breakfast: Breakfast pairs eggs with beef or beans and offers arepa portions, perico, and corn waffles with Nutella. Examples include COMBO #1 (Beef/Eggs), COMBO #2 (Beans/Eggs), PERICO PORTION, COMBO #6 AREPAS PORTION (3), and NUTELLA CORN WAFFLE.
Additionally, explore Desserts, Vegetarian Food, Pancakes, 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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