Bright space offers fresh bread daily and delicious tres leches cakes with large tamales and real Mexican sweet bread. Atmosphere feels welcoming with good vibes and a delightful aroma. Prices remain very reasonable, attracting steady visitors.
Large tamales with authentic dough stand out here. They serve tamales from Thursday to Sunday alongside pan dulce and coffee.
Pastries offer a sweet and irresistible experience with consistently delicious flavors.
"The bakery made my dream wedding cake, beautifully decorated and delicious."
"I found the tamales here to be delicious and large."
"I found the pastries here to be delicious."
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Tamales are available from Thursday to Sunday.
The bakery offers reasonably priced items.
Fresh bread is available every day.
Market combines cozy seating with a lively Cuban atmosphere and authentic Cuban food. Music on the first floor is loud and nightclub-like, contrasting with peaceful dining upstairs. Family-friendly and clean, it offers a cafeteria-style setup with bakery and counter service.
Tamales come with meat and avocado and have a Cuban style that tastes delicious. They pair well with a café con leche or fresh juices.
Cuban pastries like pastelitos de Guayaba and guava con queso stand out with rich flavors. The ham croquetas and señoritas Mexican pastries add variety alongside guava cake and Hawaiian pizzas.
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The cafe has limited seating, which can lead to wait times during busy hours.
Expect to take food to go if arriving close to closing time.
The market offers a variety of Cuban products, including Malta India and Presidente beer.
Large, spacious bakery with wall-to-wall displays and a traditional Spanish atmosphere creates a comfortable, authentic vibe. Fresh tortilla and tamale stations add to the lively, family-like energy. Outdoor seating offers a pleasant, convenient spot to enjoy treats.
Chicken tamales stand out with their mild spice and lack of greasiness. The tamale station offers a wide variety including tamales de elote, paired well with champurrado.
Cases stay stocked with fresh Mexican pastries like bolillos, empanadas, cheese horns, conchas, and mantecadas. Prices range from $10 to $15, offering a wide variety of tasty, unique pastries and sweet breads.
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Bread is baked daily, ensuring freshness for all products.
The bakery offers a wide variety of pastries, tamales, kolaches, and tortillas.
Prices for sweet bread range from $1 to $3.50, with bolillos at 50¢ each.
Bakery offers fresh Mexican pan dulce and custom cakes that match detailed designs with moist, delicious flavors. The atmosphere carries a strong aroma of baked goods and maintains clear pricing. Tamales stand out as a popular item, noted for their quality and traditional style.
Chicken and pork tamales come fresh and hot from the steamer. They pair well with pan dulce and Salvadorenos snacks.
Freshness stands out with fresh Mexican pastries and baked pastries that often impress. Some pastries can be dry and lack flavor, but many find them worth the trip.
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The bakery accepts both cash and card payments.
Prices are clearly displayed for all items.
They offer a variety of Mexican and Salvadoran foods and desserts.
Bakery offers authentic Mexican bread and traditional pastries with a friendly atmosphere that feels like home. Seating is available for enjoying fresh, artisanal baked goods on-site. The place is known for delicious tres leches cake and a welcoming vibe.
Tamales come out moist and delicious, especially the chicken ones with green sauce and the rajas variety. Dough tends to be generous, sometimes overshadowing the meat filling, but overall they pair well with fresh bakery items and a cup of champurrado.
Pastries have a traditional taste and are less sweet than typical American ones. Options include queso-filled pastries, conchas, and cheese empanadas, all with a balanced sweetness and good variety.
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Latinos Bakery offers non-hydrogenated lard for piecrusts.
Prices for cooked meat by the pound are considered great.
The bakery specializes in authentic Mexican baked goods.
Open bakery space with authentic Mexican bakery flavors and freshly baked goods fills the air with inviting aromas. Small seating area offers a quiet spot to enjoy soft, delicious bread and Latino sweet breads. Consistent baking throughout the day keeps the selection fresh and appealing.
Tamales come with plenty of chicken and sauce, plus extra sauce on the side for those who find them dry. They are thick and filling, sold at 3 for 7.5, which some find a bit pricey.
A very large selection of Mexican pastries and sweet breads fills the bakery. Freshness and deliciousness stand out, with an amazing aroma of breads and pastries throughout. Sharing multiple pastries and drinks costs under $6.00.
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The bakery offers an extensive variety of sweet breads, bolillos, teleras, and more.
Prices are very affordable, making it a great option for baked goods.
In the evenings, baked goods are available fresh out of the oven.
Bakery showcases modern design with pretty decorations and a welcoming atmosphere. Bread and pastries are fresh and tasty, with authentic tamales and beautiful cakes available. Cleanliness and care in presentation stand out throughout the space.
Fresh and authentic tamales stand out here, often described as delicious and awesome. They come alongside other items like occasion cakes and barbacoa, but tamales remain the main draw.
Fresh and soft textures define the pastries here. A wide selection of pan dulces offers a variety of flavors, all consistently delicious.
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The bakery offers a half dozen tamales with salsa for $12.99.
Cakes for special occasions are available and ready to order.
The minimum tip is $1 for purchases under $5.
Small restaurant with colorful Mexican folk art and about five tables creates an intimate, cozy atmosphere. The vibe is friendly and peaceful, resembling a welcoming home kitchen. Regulars enjoy authentic Mexican breakfast dishes in a quiet, low-key setting.
Chicken tamales stand out with their amazing flavor. The selection includes pan dulce and crispy papa tacos, with tamales often praised for their taste and quality.
Homemade pastries like conchitas come free while waiting or with coffee. Pastries pair well with breakfast and are good to take to go.
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The total bill for three people was $82.24, which may be considered pricey.
The cafe has limited seating, so expect potential wait times during busy hours.
Credit card payments are accepted, but cash may be preferred for smaller purchases.
Small coffee shop offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere with tasteful, artsy decor that feels cozy and home-like. Ample seating and free Wi-Fi create a good spot for studying or working near campus. Friendly energy and pleasant music contribute to a relaxed, inviting vibe.
Offers a wide variety of tamales including a muenster and poblano option. Tamales come alongside pastries and snacks, making them a tasty choice on west campus.
Pastries come in a variety of options alongside snacks like tamales and pupusas. The selection pairs well with amazing coffee and lattes.
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There isn’t an abundance of seating, so have a backup plan.
Centro offers a wide variety of items, including lattes, pastries, and tamales.
The location has easy access from street parking and a nearby garage.
Cafeteria-style Mexican restaurant with large festive decor featuring piñatas and warm wood tones creates a family-friendly atmosphere. Live piano music adds to the welcoming and lively vibe. A bakery and event hall complement the dining experience.
Handmade tamales stand out with a rich, homemade taste that many consider the best in the area. Orders like 5 dozen tamales get prepared quickly, showing consistent quality and tradition since 1989.
Pastries come fresh from the bakery and hold a consistent quality that stands out. They pair well with other Mexican dishes like tamales and offer a solid variety of cookies and pastries.
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Weekend breakfast is usually packed, expect long wait times.
Prices for tamales are just under $20 per dozen.
Some customers report issues with plastic found in food.
Traditional Mexican bakery offers self-serve setup with metal trays and tongs for selecting from a vast variety of sweet breads like conchas and bolillos. Atmosphere is lively and crowded, filled with the aroma of freshly baked goods regularly brought out to customers.
Corn tamales stand out with their excellent flavor and fresh flour tortillas complement them well. Chicken tamales offer a rich taste and sweet bread pairs nicely with the tamales.
Fresh pastries come straight from hot trays daily, featuring a wide variety of traditional Mexican options. Affordable prices and colorful, chocolate-dipped treats like cone-shaped cream-filled pastries and orejas stand out.
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Parking at El Bolillo can be challenging, especially during peak hours.
Expect long lines on weekends as El Bolillo gets very busy.
There is no seating available for customers at El Bolillo.
Modern bakery with walls covered in pastries and a wide variety of fresh bread. Atmosphere is clean and focused on takeout service with an emphasis on Mexican baked goods and dishes. Prices vary, with some items noted as inexpensive and others as expensive.
Soft, fresh tamales come in pork and chicken varieties. Some batches are steamy hot and delicious, while others can be super salty and undercooked, with tamales sometimes sticking to the corn husk.
Subtly sweet pastries come in many choices here, all affordably priced and consistently good. Walls covered in pastries highlight the focus on quality and variety.
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The bakery only offers takeout service.
Each piece of bread costs $1.
They have a wide variety of bread to choose from.
Freshly baked bread fills the air with a warm, inviting aroma. The space feels cozy and clean, often accompanied by lively music that energizes the atmosphere. Mexican sweet bread stands out for its soft texture and balanced sweetness, making it a favorite choice.
Fresh tamales come well seasoned with a strong chicken variety. Friendly service supports the good tamales and fresh tortillas experience.
Freshness stands out with every bite of the authentic Mexican pastries and sweet breads. Quality remains consistent across homemade-style pastries and seasonal treats, all made with care and love.
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The bakery hosts themed tasting events every month.
Parking is limited; avoid double-parking or waiting outside.
The bakery runs out of popular items quickly, especially on weekends.
Bakery offers fresh sweet bread and Mexican pastries with a clean, relaxing atmosphere. It operates as a cash-only establishment, creating a straightforward, traditional vibe. The space feels welcoming and homely, attracting those who appreciate fresh baked goods.
Freshly made tamales stand out with chicken tamale with green sauce as a notable option. The tamales range from delicious to just okay, showing some variety in quality.
Authentic Mexican pastries come fresh and delicious with a large variety of cookies, cakes, and pastries. The selection includes delightful treats like brownies alongside warm, inviting service.
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Anakaren Bakery only accepts cash payments.
They do not display the prices of the bread.
The bakery did not provide ingredient information.
Huge, clean space offers a wide variety of fresh sweet bread and Mexican tamales known for their flavor. The atmosphere feels spacious and inviting, with affordable pastries alongside some pricier specialty items. Bread and cakes stand out for quality, making it a notable spot for baked goods.
Pork tamales have a very good masa to meat ratio and deliver exceptional, flavorful taste. They come at a slightly higher price but offer delicious quality that draws people from far away.
Variety includes Latin American pastries, cakes, and sweet bread. Pastries are fresh, delicious, and visually appealing. Prices stay affordable.
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The bakery opens at 5am, but fresh bread is available starting at 5:30am.
Tamales are sold for $25 a dozen, but they can sell out quickly.
Credit cards are accepted, but there may be an upcharge.
Old house converted into a coffee shop offers cozy rooms, vintage furniture, and semi-private seating with a fireplace. Atmosphere stays quiet and welcoming, ideal for reading, studying, or working with reliable WiFi. Vintage movies play on TV, adding to the unique vibe alongside a shaded outdoor patio.
Banana leaf tamales stand out with best masa wrapped in a plantain leaf. Pork and elote tamales offer solid flavors, often paired with horchata or cafe de olla.
Mexican pastries offer a flavorful, sweet experience with unique options like Valentine's conchas that are both cute and tasty. The pastries pair well with Latin-themed drinks in a warm, inviting setting.
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Parking is limited in the Montrose area; arrive early for a better chance at a spot.
Seating fills up quickly, especially with students and group meetings.
Restrooms are available, but you need an access code from your receipt.
Classic Mexican bakery setup offers a wide variety of fresh sweet breads, pastries, and tamales with a focus on authentic flavors. Atmosphere stays calm with controlled entry and moderate crowds, supported by on-site security. Prices tend to be high, reflecting a premium on quality and selection.
Chicken and pork tamales stand out with a spicy kick and rich flavor. Iguana tamales offer a unique taste, while the overall tamales are consistently tasty and satisfying.
Pastries come fresh and delicious with a wide selection of traditional Latin American sweets. Many pastries are twice as big as usual, offering a great variety of authentic Mexican bread and cakes.
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The bakery offers a wide variety of baked goods, including sweet breads and pastries.
All bread is baked in-house, ensuring freshness.
Custom orders for cakes must be placed via phone call.
Small restaurant with Mexican cafe vibe and beautiful decor creates a family atmosphere. Outdoor seating is limited but pleasant on nice days, often involving shared tables inside. The place offers authentic touches like clay coffee cups and Mexican souvenirs, enhancing the cultural experience.
Chicken and mole tamales stand out with rich flavor. The pink tamal and tamale de queso y rajas offer authentic Mexican tastes. Serrano and cheese tamales bring a spicy kick. The tamale rosa recalls traditional recipes from México.
Great pastries stand out with rich flavors and fresh textures. They consistently impress and add a highlight to the food offerings.
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Parking is limited to street parking, which can be hard to find.
They do not accept cash payments; only credit cards are allowed.
Expect the restaurant to get busy around 11 o'clock.
Eclectic coffee shop with 90’s vibes and a jungle of plants creates a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like a true third space. Seating includes cozy nooks and long tables, supporting both work and socializing, with outdoor options available. Community presence is strong, highlighted by supportive displays and a friendly, inclusive vibe.
Gluten free tamales and Tamale Addiction Tamales are available alongside bakery items. The tamales pair well with coffee and sandwiches.
Pastries vary from wonderful to bland and tasteless across visits. Some pastries pair well with coffee, while others lack flavor.
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The small free parking lot is wrapped around the building and shared with adjacent businesses.
There is plenty of seating, great light, good wifi, and a community atmosphere.
Dogs are not allowed inside, but the patio is dog-friendly.
Small space combines specialty grocery with Cuban and Latin American products. Atmosphere is welcoming but loud music makes conversation difficult. Offers fresh and frozen items with generous portions at reasonable prices.
Cuban tamales come with mixed reviews here. Some find them flavorful and delicious, while others notice a bad smell and stale taste.
Guava pastries stand out with their rich, sweet flavor that leaves a lasting impression. Other pastries offer a delicious variety, often enjoyed alongside caffesito and iron beer.
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Reservations are recommended for popular items like the suckling pig.
Prices for items like tostones are higher than in larger stores, costing $12-15.
Expect generous portions at reasonable prices.
Wide aisles and bright lighting create a spacious, comfortable shopping environment. Cleanliness and organization stand out alongside a great selection of fresh produce, meats, and breads. Self-checkout lanes and ample parking add convenience to the experience.
Tamales come in varying quality here. Some are hard like dog treats and inedible, while others are simply good. Prices can be high, with $20 spent on tamales that were not enjoyable.
Tasty pastries come with a clear sign showing all holiday pastries are 50% off. The pastry staff works well and earns respect for their effort.
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The market offers a wide selection of fresh produce, meats, and breads.
Parking is ample and convenient for shoppers.
The store is known for its cleanliness and organization.
Small, recently remodeled bakery offers a cozy atmosphere filled with the smell of fresh bread and well-stocked displays. The space feels welcoming and warm, reflecting family and tradition. Bread and sweet breads stand out as fresh and delicious highlights.
Offers authentic Guatemalan tamales with fillings like chicken and pacaya. Tamales come alongside other traditional dishes like chicharrones and plátanos, all tasting rich and true to their roots.
Freshness stands out with fresh and delicious pastries. A good variety of bread and pastries exists, and the pastry chef remains consistent, ensuring quality.
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Parking can be difficult due to nearby stores limiting access.
Expect longer wait times on weekends; consider visiting during weekdays.
Prices for bread and pastries are higher than average for the area.