East Boston · est. 2016

East Boston's table
worth crossing town for

Honest Colombian food, made fresh every morning — arepas, bandeja paisa, and the sancocho your abuela wishes she made.

4.8 · 327+ reviews on Google

Our story

A recipe box, a stove, and East Boston

Gela's Place started with one cook, her mother's recipes, and a conviction that real Colombian food doesn't cut corners. Eight years later we still prep every morning, still know the regulars by name, and still plate like you're family. Rated 4.8 by 327+ neighbors — come find out why.

Colombian dish
4.8★on Google
327+reviews
8years in East Boston

Good to know

Questions, answered

Do you take reservations?

Walk-ins are always welcome; call ahead for parties of 6 or more and we'll hold the table.

Is takeout available?

Yes — call and we'll have it ready, usually within 20 minutes.

Do you cater?

We cater across Boston. Call with your date and headcount and we'll send a quote same day.

Come by

387 Chelsea St, East Boston

Open Tue–Sun, 11am–9pm · (617) 555-0142