TOMASITAS TAMALES
Mexican
Hours:
821 S 1st St, San Jose
(408) 903-7470
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Hours
| Monday | 5AM - 2PM |
| Tuesday | 5AM - 2PM |
| Wednesday | 5AM - 2PM |
| Thursday | 5AM - 2PM |
| Friday | 5AM - 2PM |
| Saturday | 6AM - 4PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 3PM |
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Tomasitas Tamales is a highly praised tamale shop located in San Jose, California. According to the reviews, the restaurant offers a variety of delicious tamale options, including pork, chicken, cheese and sliced chiles (rajasthan), all of which are described as having a great meat to corn consistency, not too doughy or lacking in meat.
The customers seem particularly impressed by the quality and flavor of the tamales, with one reviewer calling them "amazing, packed with great flavor and the perfect texture." Another reviewer noted that the pork tamales prepared with green sauce (los de puerco preparados con salsa verde) were their personal favorite.
In addition to the tasty tamales, Tomasitas Tamales also serves other traditional Mexican dishes like tortas and menudo (on weekends), as well as champurrado, a warm, thick Mexican drink. The restaurant is described as clean, cozy, and the owner, Tomasa, is praised for her kind, personable, and customer-centric service.
Overall, Tomasitas Tamales appears to be a hidden gem, offering authentic and delicious Mexican cuisine, especially their renowned tamales, in a welcoming and well-maintained environment. The reviews suggest that this is a must-try spot for anyone seeking a satisfying tamale experience in the San Jose area.