{"id":443139,"date":"2025-12-12T21:56:52","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T21:56:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/443139\/"},"modified":"2025-12-12T21:56:52","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T21:56:52","slug":"the-best-places-to-get-holiday-tamales-in-san-antonio-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/443139\/","title":{"rendered":"The best places to get holiday tamales in San Antonio this year"},"content":{"rendered":"

Holiday season is here which in San Antonio means \u2026 tamales!<\/p>\n

Folks in other urban centers might not understand the Alamo City\u2019s delicious holiday tradition but \u2014 pobrecitos! \u2014 they\u2019re missing out. <\/p>\n

Pro tip: Since everyone else seems to get the same idea at the same time, we recommend getting yours early and freezing them to (hopefully) avoid the crazy lines.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s our roundup of the best tamales in San Antonio, just in time to make the holidays merry and bright.<\/p>\n

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Aurora\u2019s Tamales<\/p>\n

2118 Cincinnati Ave., (210) 897-0879, facebook.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

These tamales are \u201checho a mano en casa,\u201d so you know they must be good. Fresh and never frozen, corn husk-wrapped goodies are made by Aurora Olguin and her granddaughter Aurora Luna. Stop at their food truck next time you spot it. You can thank us later.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Pepe’s Barbacoa #1<\/p>\n

Pepe\u2019s Barbacoa<\/p>\n

3818 S. Presa St., (210) 533-6233, facebook.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Locals rave about this spot for tamales, but be warned! It\u2019s cash only.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Brandon Rodriguez<\/p>\n

Los Cocos Fruteria Y Taqueria<\/p>\n

1502 Bandera Road, (210) 431-7786.<\/p>\n

In addition to serving up refreshing fruit cups, Los Cocos serves scrumptious Mexican fare from the taqueria portion of its business. The tamales are enormous, super flavorful and wrapped in banana leaves. While you may not order a dozen to go, you\u2019ll be happy stopping in for a fix here.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ La Victoria Tortilla & Tamales Factory<\/p>\n

Victoria Tortilla & Tamales Factory<\/p>\n

737 Division Ave, (210) 922-5274, lavictoriafactory.com.<\/p>\n

Good things are worth waiting for \u2014 take Victoria Tortilla & Tamales Factory as proof. This laid-back spot knows what it\u2019s doing in the kitchen, from the tortillas and beans \u2014\u00a0just wait until you try \u2018em \u2014\u00a0to, of course, the tamales. Grab a few dozen and get the party started.<\/p>\n

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Sweet Chela\u2019s<\/p>\n

2118 Cincinnati Ave, (210) 897-0879, facebook.com.<\/p>\n

In addition to famous cakes, this bakery does delicious tamales! Even though they only offer the pork variety, locals swear by them.
Photo via Instagram \/ sweetchelas<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Photo via Instagram \/ chilitosexpress<\/a><\/p>\n

Chilito\u2019s Express<\/p>\n

826 Johns Road, Boerne, (210) 410-9664, chilitosexpress.com.<\/p>\n

Though technically in Boerne, Chilito\u2019s Express can hold its own against SA-based tamal makers. This part-food truck, part-catering venture packs lots of flavor into its tamales. They\u2019re available in fillings ranging from spicy pork to bacon, bean and jalape\u00f1o.
Photo via Instagram \/ chilitosexpress<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Papi’s Barbacoa<\/p>\n

Papi\u2019s Barbacoa<\/p>\n

Multiple locations, (210) 377-1803, papisbarbacoa.com.<\/p>\n

Papi\u2019s now has locations serving San Antonio on Culebra Road and West Avenue. You may be tempted to get your fill of barbacoa, but you\u2019ll also want to save room for tamales. Open 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekends, this local favorite serves up tamales by the dozen, as well as menudo and tortillas.<\/p>\n

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La Bandera Molino<\/p>\n

2619 N Zarzamora St, (210) 434-0631.<\/p>\n

Fresh flour tortillas are definitely worth the wait at this shop which is stuffed to the brim with Mexican ingredients, cookware and more. But don\u2019t get so excited by the other stuff that you forget you came for the absolutely delicious tamales. <\/p>\n

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B & B Tamales and Food To Go<\/p>\n

866 W. Mayfield Blvd., (210) 921-0847. <\/p>\n

When a place looks as unassuming as tiny B & B Tamales, you know the food has to be exceptional. This to-go spot lets you enjoy authentic home-cooked meals or pick up tamales to go, and the prices can\u2019t be beat.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Tamale Boy Tacos & Tamales<\/p>\n

Tamale Boy Tacos & Tamales<\/p>\n

5300 S. Flores St., (210) 663-2033, satamaleboy.com.<\/p>\n

Open Thursdays through Sundays, it\u2019s easy to have arrange a holiday get-together with an order of corn husk-packaged goodness from Tamale Boy. This South Side storefront may be small, but they will definitely come through with more than 15 varieties of tamales \u2014 from classics such as pork and beef as well as less-common combinations like carne guisada and cheese.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ La Monita Tortilleria<\/p>\n

La Monita Tortilleria Factory <\/p>\n

3202 Guadalupe St., (210) 432-0332, facebook.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Tortillas may be the primary draw for La Monita, but this neighborhood favorite puts a lot of love and care into its tamales. They\u2019re absolutely heavenly. <\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Ruben’s Homemade Tamales<\/p>\n

Ruben\u2019s Homemade Tamales<\/p>\n

1807 Rigsby Ave, (210) 337-0025, facebook.com<\/a>.
The lines at longtime favorite Ruben\u2019s can get long this time of year, but that\u2019s because the tamales are tasty. Choose from specialties such as bean, chicken and pork with jalape\u00f1o.<\/p>\n

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La Hacienda Products<\/p>\n

6421 Blanco Road, (210) 377-0808, lahaciendaproducts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This new-ish tamal purveyor offers the masa-packed treats in a variety of flavors, including chicken, pork and bean. Plus it even offers flavorful veggie and vegan options.
Photo via Facebook \/ La Hacienda Products<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Tellez Tamales & Barbacoa<\/p>\n

Tellez Tamales & Barbacoa <\/p>\n

Multiple locations, tellez-tamales-barbacoa-factory.business.site<\/a>.<\/p>\n

With two locations in San Antonio, it\u2019s not too difficult to score tamales from Tellez, a longtime local favorite. The long lines? Well, that\u2019s another story. But take it as this \u2014 San Antonians know these flavorful tamales are worth waiting for. \u00a0<\/p>\n

Facebook \/ Tellez Tamales & Barbacoa<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Mimi’s Barbacoa<\/p>\n

Mimi\u2019s Barbacoa and Tamales Y Mas<\/p>\n

10918 Wurzbach Road #134, (210) 558-6008, facebook.com\/MimisBarbacoa<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This poppin\u2019 counter-serve joint serves tamales five days out of the week. Pork tamales are available year-round, and flavors such as jalape\u00f1o and chicken make appearances during the holiday season. Oh, and they also have bu\u00f1uelos!<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Photo via Google Maps<\/p>\n

Trevino\u2019s Barbacoa<\/p>\n

13233 Nacogdoches Road, (210) 646-8346.<\/p>\n

A respectable joint for Mexican meats, menudo and more, Trevino\u2019s Barbacoa also serves up tasty tamales for when you\u2019re in the mood. Which is always, right? Just be sure to stop by when they\u2019re open on the weekends.
Photo via Google Maps<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Photo via Facebook \/ Tamahli<\/a><\/p>\n

Tamahli<\/p>\n

814 West Rhapsody Drive, (210) 877-9949, tamahli.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need to plan ahead when snagging these corn husk- or banana leaf-wrapped delights, because this spot makes \u2019em so fresh, they can\u2019t accommodate walk-in orders.
Photo via Facebook \/ Tamahli<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Del Rio Tortilla<\/p>\n

Del Rio Tortilla<\/p>\n

1402 Gillette Blvd., (210) 922-4810, delriotortillas.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This humble South Side spot is prized for its Mexican treats, which include not only tamales but barbacoa and tortillas. Available cooked or raw, you can score these tamales in the traditional flavors \u2014 pork, chicken and bean, to name a few.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Instagram \/ delicioustamalestx<\/p>\n

Delicious Tamales <\/p>\n

Multiple locations, delicioustamales.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Delicious has grown into an Alamo City institution, operating seven storefronts and shipping nationwide. Sometimes chains cut corners, but not this one. Fans continue to line up for the tasty tamales in a variety of flavors. Available by the dozen, you can stock up on fillings like jalape\u00f1o bean, pork, chicken, seasonal pumpkin and even a Southwest vegetarian option. They even make tamale poppers!<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Instagram \/ Delia’s Tamales<\/p>\n

Delia\u2019s<\/p>\n

13527 Hausman Pass, (210) 864-1111, deliastamales.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This Rio Grande Valley fixture finally opened a storefront in SA, and you should have seen the lines around the building when they opened. In truth, it\u2019s probably wise to expect a wait around this time of year as well. Pro tip: Delia\u2019s ships. Pay a little extra for shipping and revel in the fact that you didn\u2019t have to sit in line to get your fix.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Sanford Nowlin<\/p>\n

Adelita Tamales & Tortilla Factory <\/p>\n

1130 Fresno Drive, (210) 733-5352, adelitatamales.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A local favorite for tamales, meats and masa, it\u2019s hard to get more puro San Antonio than Adelita. Swing by and you\u2019ll be able to score housemade treats that taste just like your abuela made them.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Alfonso’s Tamales<\/p>\n

Alfonso\u2019s Tamales<\/p>\n

2000 SE Loop 410, Suite 103, (210) 648-6060, alfonsostamales.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This East Side factory lets customers choose between frozen machine-rolled tamales and the hot, hand-rolled variety. If you can spare a little extra coin, we recommend going with handmade, but you can\u2019t go wrong either way. Alfonso\u2019s sets itself apart on the crowded San Antonio tamale scene with a jalape\u00f1o and cheese tamal that\u2019s to die for. <\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ La Luz Tortilla Factory<\/p>\n

La Luz Tortilla Factory<\/p>\n

4120 Blanco Road, (210) 734-8523, facebook.com\/laluztortillas<\/a>. <\/p>\n

This local tortilla factory knows what it\u2019s doing, and the tamales are filling, flavorful and perfect to share around the holiday table. <\/p>\n

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