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Colombian restaurant a Lowell, Massachusetts
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Empanadas
Frequently praised across reviews for being delicious, a must-order starter, and one of the most consistently recommended items.
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Arepa De Yuca
Mentioned multiple times as especially outstanding, with reviewers calling it mouthwateringly good and blown away by the flavor.
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Bandeja Paisa
Recommended for its tender chicharrón, well-cooked egg, fresh avocado, and overall rich, flavorful combination of classic Colombian ingredients.
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Buñuelo Donuts
Called crazy good and cakey, and highlighted as a standout dessert with arequipe and whipped cream.
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Plantain Balls Stuffed With Pork Belly
Praised for being fancy, not greasy, and packed with flavor; also referred to as marranitas in another review.
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Merengon
Recommended as a delicious dessert, including the blackberry version, and noted as a pleasant substitute when another dessert was unavailable.
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Carimanolas
Strongly recommended as a must-try appetizer, described as a mouthful of yes and never a bad dish.
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Arepas
Several reviews mention the arepas as amazing or memorable, with reviewers saying they keep dreaming about them.
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Informazioni su Panela
Panela is a Colombian restaurant and bakery in Lowell, Massachusetts, with breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, and catering service. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially empanadas, arepas, pork belly dishes, oysters, and cocktails, along with warm service and a vibrant atmosphere. The restaurant is known for its seasonal modern Colombian menu, and many guests mention the spacious interior, dance floor, and outdoor seating. It is priced at about $20 to $30 per person.
Servizi
From the business
- Identifies as Latino-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Live music
- Sports
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Reservations required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Domande frequenti
What is Panela known for?
Panela is especially known for its modern Colombian dishes, with reviewers repeatedly calling out empanadas, arepas, pork belly, and oysters. The standout drinks are also a draw, especially the passionfruit coconut margarita, panela mojito, and coconut margarita.
What dishes are most recommended at Panela?
Reviewers most often recommend the empanadas with spicy sauce, avocado lover arepa, marranitas plantain balls stuffed with pork belly and cheese, and the oysters when they are available Tuesday through Thursday. Other frequently praised items include the fried yuca balls, buñuelo donuts, and the arepa de yuca with pulled pork.
What is the atmosphere like at Panela?
Panela has a spacious, vibrant feel with a dance floor, live music, and events like salsa classes on Thursday, karaoke on Friday, and DJ nights on Saturday. It works well for groups and casual nights out, and reviewers also mention the outdoor seating, though road noise can be noticeable outside.
Is Panela good value, and what is the price range?
Panela is in the $20 to $30 price range, and reviewers describe the food as worth it because the portions and flavors are strong. The $1.25 oysters are a specific value highlight, especially for people looking for a lower-cost appetizer in Lowell.
When is the best time to visit Panela?
If you want oysters, go Tuesday through Thursday, since that is when they are available and priced at $1.25 each. For a livelier visit, reviewers point to Thursday salsa classes, Friday karaoke, and Saturday DJ nights, while early dinner can make street parking easier.
Is parking available at Panela?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Panela have vegetarian options?
Yes, Panela offers vegan options.
Is Panela kid-friendly?
Yes, Panela is good for kids.
