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The Original Tamale Co.
- Los Angeles
- $
Mexican
Quick
- Food
- great
- Vibe
- great
- Perks
- great
Food: Satisfying tamales steal the spotlight
The Cheese & Chile Tamale is a flavor explosion, with a perfect balance of cheese and spice. The Pork in Green Sauce Tamale reigns supreme with its moist, flavorful meat, while the Sweet Pineapple Tamale leaves some wanting more filling. Overall, these generously portioned tamales offer great value and taste satisfaction.
Great Portions
Generous, filling portions praised in numerous positive customer reviews.
Okay Value
WOM lacks bite-sized context to explain the neutral Value sway.
Top 3 dishes at The Original Tamale Co.
- 1
Tamales 🏆
- 2
Green Sauce
- 3
Beef Tamales
Vibe: Casual chic with a hint of chaos
The ambiance is more factory than five-star. There’s no real dining area—just a sidewalk stand. Yet, it somehow retains a buzz. If you’re here for the food and not the mood, you’ll be just fine.
Okay Buzz
WOM lacks bite-sized context to explain the neutral Buzz sway.
Perks: Friendly staff outweighs logistical headaches
Though parking is a nightmare and outdoor seating is nonexistent, the service shines. Staff are consistently friendly and quick, making the experience just pleasant enough to forget about the inconvenient logistics.
Okay Speed