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All year, El Sur has tamales on the menu but during the holidays, they really get in the spirit with their homemade red and green corn tamales. Heck, if you're super hungry or feeding an entire football team, the restaurant sells them by the dozen.
The chalkboard menu features Latin-inspired dishes, owner and chef Wendy Garcia’s signature vegetarian and vegan options, an expanded latte menu, and tamales, of course. The menu is always changing, giving "regulars" something new to try from time to time.
La Indita, a Tucson classic specializing in Mexican, Tarascan, and Tohono O’odham food, got its start back in 1985. They spent years on Fourth Avenue and recently moved over to Stone Avenue in 2021. Next time you stop by, grab one of their chicken or green corn tamales.
8553 N Silverbell Rd Ste 102Marana
698 W Irvington Rd #3South Side
(Photo courtesy of Perfecto's Mexican Restaurant)
Perfecto’s Mexican Restaurant offers a casual neighborhood setting with bright colors and a welcoming, lived in feel.
Come here for cozy classics, such as enchiladas and tamales to order by the dozen.
Tamale with rice, beans, and an enchilada (Photo courtesy of Plazita México Café)
1030 West Saint Marys RoadDowntown
Although the red chile is most popular in the burros at St. Mary’s Mexican food, it’s also available inside their bountiful tamales. Green corn tamales are also available. How to Get: Call one day ahead for freshly prepared tamales, or stop by for frozen dozens.
If the monstrous burritos are what first led you to Tanias, make sure you go home with some tamales to-go. Beef tamales, green corn tamales, vegan tamales, you name it! Be a champion at your next family gathering with a bag of these tasty tamales.
2526 E 6th StUniversity & 4th Ave
Tucson offers standout tamales across local markets, restaurants, and family-run shops. Many spots prepare masa and fillings in house, which creates rich flavor and tender texture.
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