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A tamale that honors the time-intensive process of the craft instead of cutting corners on the filling.

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Updated August 2026
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Tamale shop

Small shop serves generous tamales with meat, potatoes, and Chile, including chicken in red sauce and strawberry flavors. Atmosphere is clean and straightforward with no card payments. Busy street spot offers convenient parking but limited menu after mid-afternoon.

Tamales come with meat, potatoes, carrots, and Chile inside, offering a rich and hearty flavor. Varieties include chicken in red sauce, mole, and strawberry, all fresh and very delicious.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the tamales, is delicious."

"I found the tamales here to be delicious and fresh."

"The food here is high quality and I enjoyed it."

Good to know

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There is a parking lot right across the street for convenient ordering.

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El faisán does not accept card payments; cash is required.

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They are closed to the public on Mondays.

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Corn tamales shine with rich flavor and a perfectly cooked grain base. Service is friendly and efficient, enhancing the experience. Simple setting keeps focus on authentic corn dishes like corn on the cob and corn cups that offer unique tastes.

Corn tamales stand out with rich flavor and a deliciously prepared grain base. Service complements the experience well, making the tamales a highlight worth seeking out.

People are saying

"I found the corn tamales to be some of the best I've ever tried."

"The Mexican food here, especially the corn tamales, is some of the best I've ever had."

Good to know

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The location is in a high-crime area; exercise caution when visiting.

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Mexican restaurant

Enjoy authentic mole dishes with handmade corn tortillas in a quiet, family-oriented setting. Sweet and pineapple tamales serve as a unique dessert, paired perfectly with consommé and pot coffee. Prices stay very affordable, making it a great local spot.

Sweet tamales stand out with a subtle flavor and come served as a dessert option. Pineapple tamales offer a unique twist, often paired with consommé and pot coffee for a complete experience.

People are saying

"I found the food here delicious and traditional."

"The handmade corn tortillas here are amazing."

"You have to try the sweet and wonderful dessert tamale."

Good to know

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Generous portion sizes are served at this restaurant.

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Prices are very affordable compared to other places.

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Parking availability could be improved in the area.

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Spacious cafeteria with hacienda-style architecture offers a peaceful vibe and calming jazz music. Tamale plate is a must-try with exquisite flavor. Outdoor terrace and pet-friendly policy make it cozy and welcoming for all guests.

Tamale plate stands out with its exquisite flavor and is often recommended. It pairs well with other dishes like red chilaquiles and desserts.

People are saying

"The desserts here are delicious and better than most."

"The chilaquiles with chipotle and birria are my favorite Mexican food."

"I found the tamales to be exquisite and super delicious."

Good to know

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Café Gardenia has a large, free parking lot available for customers.

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The restaurant is pet friendly and allows dogs inside.

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The menu changes frequently, so specific dishes may not always be available.

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Restaurant

Street-style eatery shines with tender corn served in a cup and extraordinary tamales that are fresh and flavorful. Sweet treats like cakes and champurrado add variety. Operates on select days, attracting those craving top-quality elotes and varied tamalitos.

Tamales come in several varieties including tamalitos and are consistently fresh and flavorful. They sit alongside corn on the cob and sweet options like cakes and champurrado.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here has perfectly cooked yellow and white corn."

"I thought these tamales were the best in its field."

Good to know

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Elotes Don Jose operates on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

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Expect a wait time of 20-30 minutes during peak hours.

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Cash is preferred; credit cards may not be accepted.

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Rustic colonial style and artistic decor create a cozy, peaceful vibe perfect for a romantic getaway. Chipilín tamales offer a fresh, delicious taste, while creative dishes like Chicken and Mole highlight culinary skill. Soft music enhances the intimate, homey atmosphere.

Chipilín tamales stand out for their fresh, delicious flavor. Options like tamales with Chicken and Mole and Tlaxcalate showcase creativity and mastery in preparation.

People are saying

"I found the food here absolutely delicious and freshly prepared."

"The wine here is part of a complete culinary experience."

"The tamales here are delicious and freshly made."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for large groups to ensure seating.

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There is plenty of free street parking available nearby.

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The restaurant is not wheelchair accessible.

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Tamale shop

Menu features a variety of tamales like strawberry and beef. Atmosphere is calm with a simple setup focused on authentic taste. Expect delicious flavors but note substitutions may occur without notice.

Variety includes strawberry, corn, and beef tamales. Tamales taste delicious but substitutions happen without prior notice.

People are saying

"I found the tamales to be delicious."

"I found the tamales to be delicious."

Good to know

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Tamales are made fresh daily and can sell out quickly.

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Expect a wait time of 15-20 minutes during peak hours.

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Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available upon request.

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Small Mexican spot buzzes with cozy atmosphere and lively chatter. Oaxacan pork belly tamale shines with rich flavor, a must-try. Affordable prices and tasty traditional dishes make it a favorite for breakfast.

Oaxacan pork belly tamale stands out with its rich flavor and is often served as a courtesy. Chicken tamale in green sauce tastes good but is less memorable, and sometimes substitutions like suadero tamale happen when items run out.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious, especially the chilaquiles."

"The enchiladas with three different types of moles were delicious."

"The tamales here are delicious, especially the Oaxacan pork belly."

Good to know

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Parking is available, but it can be limited during peak hours.

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The restaurant is small, so expect a wait on weekends.

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Menu items may not always be available, so check before ordering.

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Tamale shop serves 24-hour service with a variety of banana leaf tamales and corn husk options. Fast, busy atmosphere meets authentic flavors like the standout rib tamale. Space allows for quiet eating amid pleasant architecture.

Tamales made with banana leaves and corn come in many flavors like meat, chicken, and sweet. The rib tamale stands out for its taste, and the tamales are available 24 hours with fast service.

People are saying

"These tamales taste like they're straight from a home kitchen."

"I found the Mexican food here to be delicious and authentic."

"I found the food to be very good."

Good to know

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Tamales Tía Juana is open 24 hours, allowing late-night cravings to be satisfied.

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They accept credit cards and cash payments for convenience.

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The restaurant maintains high hygiene standards and is very clean.

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Small truck offers seven champurrado flavors and warm tamales with sweet options. Tamales stay delicious when reheated and come at great prices. Casual, affordable spot draws fans of diverse traditional treats.

Sweet tamales come in many flavors with good prices and great taste. The green tamale tastes a bit salty. Tamales stay delicious even when reheated.

People are saying

"I loved the champurrado and tamales; they were delicious."

"I enjoyed the delicious tamales and champurrado."

Good to know

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The place offers a huge variety of both food and desserts.

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Expect to find seven types of champurrado and warm tamales.

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Prices are generally affordable for most menu items.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers a family-friendly atmosphere with warm lighting and colorful decor. Sweet tamales with pineapple and raisin flavors and savory beef tamales with poblano mole shine here. Attentive valet parking adds convenience to your visit.

Sweet tamales stand out with pineapple and raisin flavors. Savory options include beef tamale with poblano mole and chicken tamale served with broth or soup.

People are saying

"The food service here is attentive and friendly."

"I found the sweet tamale to be a delight."

"I thought the prices were very affordable."

Good to know

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They only accept cash payments; no card payments are accepted.

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Prices are affordable, with full meals under 300 pesos.

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There is plenty of parking available nearby.

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Mexican restaurant

Large two-story tiki hut offers a cozy atmosphere with live music that suits families well. Banana leaf tamales are very filling and popular for breakfast, while pork rind tamales taste great but can sometimes be cold. Valet parking adds convenience during busy times.

Banana leaf tamales stand out as very filling and popular for breakfast. Pork rind tamales, also called tamales de chicharron, come out delicious but some tamales arrive cold even after reheating.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious, comforting, and made with care."

"The handmade tortillas here are amazing and a must-try."

"I found the tamales here to be delicious."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended due to the restaurant's popularity.

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Valet parking is available, but the service can be slow.

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Expect a wait for tables during peak hours, especially on weekends.

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Takeout restaurant

Tiny takeout spot serves banana leaf tamales with rich flavor and tender texture. Staff respond quickly to window taps, making it accessible for those with mobility needs. Clean environment suits a working class neighborhood looking for tasty, non-greasy options.

Banana leaf tamales stand out with rich flavor and a tender texture. Varieties like red beef and pineapple offer tasty options without being greasy or too spicy.

People are saying

"I found the Mexican food tamales delicious and not greasy."

"I thought the tamales were delicious and not greasy."

Good to know

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The place is small and primarily focused on takeout orders.

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Handicapped customers can tap on the window for assistance.

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There is no dedicated dining area for customers.

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Tamale shop serves chicken in green sauce and pork rind with red fruit tamales. Corn tamales have a masa-like texture instead of traditional corn. Sometimes, shortages mean customers leave without tamales.

Tamales feature chicken in green sauce and pork rind with red fruit varieties. The corn tamale texture shifts toward minsa or masa, differing from traditional corn tamales.

People are saying

"I loved the tamales and corn on the cob here."

"I found the chicken in green sauce tamales delicious."

Good to know

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Tamales are often unavailable, leading to customer dissatisfaction.

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Consider calling ahead to check if tamales are available.

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Expect potential menu limitations if you visit during busy hours.

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