# Tamales in Tijuana > A tamale that honors the time-intensive process of the craft instead of cutting corners on the filling. Source: https://www.atly.com/mexico/baja-california/tijuana/best-tamales ## Places (13) ### 1. Tamales y Elotes Cucais 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. - Address: Av. Venustiano Carranza 6462, Zona Nte., 22000 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TamalesYElotesCucais ### 2. La Casa del Mole Poblano 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. - Address: Av. Aquiles Serdan 543, Libertad, 22400 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LaCasaDelMolePoblano ### 3. Café Gardenia 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. - Address: Av. Guillermo Prieto 3001, Gabilondo, 22044 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Café-Gardenia ### 4. Elotes Don Jose 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. - Address: Av. Einstein 1300, Buena Vista, Lopez Leyva, 22416 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ElotesDonJose ### 5. Riochia 7 La Cabaña del artista 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. - Address: Independencia 6213, Castillo, 22050 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Riochia-7-La-Cabaña-del-artista ### 6. Tamales YUYI 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. - Address: Calle Primera 2599, Villafontana, Fontana VI, 22205 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TamalesYUYI1 ### 7. Creyente cocina mexicana (cacho) 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. - Address: Plaza Darmhi, Av. Jalisco 2496-interior 4y5, Davila, 22040 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Creyente-cocina-mexicana-cacho ### 8. Tamales Tía Juana 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. - Address: Av. C Niños Héroes 7985, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Tamales-Tía-Juana ### 9. Champurraderia “Yuyi” 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. - Address: Av. Cochimies 17052, Río Tijuana 3a. Etapa, Rio Tijuana 3ra Etapa, 22226 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Champurraderia-“Yuyi” ### 10. El Sabor del Mole 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. - Address: Vientos Alisios 498 C, Las Lilas, 22105 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ElSaborDelMole ### 11. Restaurante Chichos 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. - Address: Calle Onceava No. 8389, Marron, 22015 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RestauranteChichos ### 12. Tamales Los Socios 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. - Address: Av. Miguel F. Martínez 1371, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TamalesLosSocios ### 13. Corn and Tamale Mago 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. - Address: Coyoacán 20638, Azteca, 22224 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CornAndTamaleMago ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.