The Original Tamale Co.
8.7 • Mexican restaurant
A small Mexican restaurant with a back patio offering outdoor seating. The air carries a strong scent of fresh masa and simmering chiles, creating a rich, authentic atmosphere. Known for large, flavorful tamales made without lard, it draws a crowd despite limited parking and a takeout-focused setup.
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"I thought the tamales here were the best I ever had."
77
"The tamales at the Farmer's Market were so good."
10
"The salsa here has the meat outside the masa."
2
Good to know
1
Parking is very limited, which can be a problem.
2
The tamales are $4 each and are pretty big and filling.
3
They don't take small orders over the phone.
13754 Van Nuys Blvd, Pacoima, California, United States
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