Best Tamales in San Antonio

4 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Los Cocos Restaurant
Los Cocos Restaurant
85/100 (3887 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Small Family Fruit Bowl
Gorditas
Menudo Y Pozole
Beer
Tamales
Tortilla Soup
Michelada
Chips and Salsa
Breakfast Tacos
Ice Cream Nachos
Beef Enchilada Plate
Fresh Fruit Cup
Homemade Corn Tortillas
Agua Frescas
Fruit Cups
Fresh Fish Ceviche
Enchiladas Mexicanas Con Queso Blanco
Margarita
Banana split
Quesadilla
Latin
Spanish
Mexican
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"I found this place while having my vehicle repaired at Hernandez Auto nearby. They have 3 specials on the board when you come in. I tried the Texas..."
David Valenzuela
"Everything was good šŸ‘šŸ¼ Had a Michelada, Taco Salad. The other plate was Shrimp w/ Crab Meat & Cheese wrapped in Bacon, Fries and a Salad..."
Mary Menchaca
"We had fruit cup which are fresh and delicious!! But if you like cut up pcs. Of coconut, go get a full cup for under 5 dollars!!! Best price in town..."
George Bara
"The fruit bowl was HUGE for $30. So much fruit! You can create your own fruit bowl. Five people ate and the bowl is still almost full!! We will..."
Debby A
"We came for an early breakfast and the choices were many. The food was very fresh and well prepared. The service was friendly and the atmosphere of..."
Rosamaria Gonzalez
"Food was delicious! So many options! We ordered so much because we couldnā€™t decide what to get, we wanted it all. We had apps, lunch and snacks -..."
Katrina Church
"We drove from Cibolo to go try this place out. I don't normally venture out that far for dinner, but tonight we decide to. It was not very busy at..."
Foon H
"My Partner and I have been coming here for over 8 years. In our experience, the staff has always been nice and the service quick. To date, we haven't..."
Kay Gacho
"This place is across the street from me. Very clean. The food is always Wonderful and nice to look at. Taste great and the people that work here are..."
Justin R.
"Amazing! Delicious, excellent selection, great prices and great service! Highly..."
Arie C.
"I didn't try any of the food, but boyyyyyy the fruit bowl was aaah-mazing!!šŸ¤¤šŸ¤¤ The fruit bowl comes with no chamoy. Included in your bag will..."
Monica Monica
"I had los cocos cater the aguas frescas, at my twins sweet sixteen. They were a hit, everyone loved it . I have no complaints. We are mostly..."
Elizabeth Guerra
"Nice and clean. We went right before the after church crowd, so we had the restaurant almost to ourselves! šŸ˜€ I enjoyed my food..."
Cyndi Alvarez, Realtor
"I love tacos! I travel throughout San Antonio and I have to say the the tacos from Los Cocos were good! I usually order 2 tacos and I judge based on..."
Beto Buendia
"We came across town because of the Groupon. Very very good food. Nice portions. Fajitas were tasty. Prices are very good. Between two people we..."
Mitch Miller
La Hacienda Scenic Loop
La Hacienda Scenic Loop
83/100 (983 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Rice and beans
Plato De Los Barrios
Taquitos de Pueblo
Creamy Vanilla Flan
Enchiladas in Mole
Chicken Fajitas
Dirty Martini
Strawberry Margarita
Shrimp Cocktail
Chips and Salsa
Crispy Taco
Nachos
Queso
Fajitas
Fajitas for Two
Sangria
Dos xx Rita
Quesadilla
Beef Steak Ranchero
Tamales
Classic Enchilada Assortment
Mexican
Live Music
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Discover
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Reservations
Non-smoking restaurants
Dog Friendly
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Serves Alcohol
Private Dining
Wine and Beer
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Gift Cards Available
Playgrounds
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We have visited La Hacienda several times since they took over from the previous restaurant. We found the food to be exceptional having ordered..."
Belinda Stallings Kovach
"We went for brunch and everything was amazing! We sat out on the patio and the service was great! A few of us got the brunch buffet and a few of us..."
Bobbie Kennedy Closner
"The staff was very friendly, Professional and provided great service. The bustanate nachoā€™s are my favorite. The tortillas, flautas empanadas,..."
Cindy Davila
"We went Grand Opening the staff was exceptional. Like every new place a few hiccups. However, Los Barrios has great food and so happy in Leon..."
Anjanette Tovar Carranco
"The plates here are large. The tortillas are good and served hot. Have a beer, coffee or margarita because the food being Mexican it is a little..."
Sylvia Cortez
"The outdoor seating is nice and they have outdoor heaters. There is also an outside play area for the kids. The food itself was a bit overpriced but..."
Stefanie Gonzalez Quintero
"Loved La Hacienda - Scenic Loop. Easy parking near the entrance. Walking in and the comfortable family oriented approach to business was evident. ..."
Jamie Watson
"Stopped by for lunch after playing golf. Plenty of free parking. Beautiful inside dining area with plenty of room. Lots of outdoor seating as well...."
Charlie Burns
"This is the absolute best Mexican food around. The puffy tacos are to die for, and the fajitas are amazing. Everything on the menu is great. The..."
Preston Abadie
"A great location to relax on the patio while getting Mexican food. The location is decorated nicely and allows pets. We had friendly service also..."
Wendi the Wanderer
"We had a great time at La Hacienda. If youā€™ve not tried them or have now been here recently, itā€™s definitely a spot youā€™ve got to visit. The..."
Marco Antonio Salinas Vega
"The queso is great! I ate outside with the beautiful flowers. Enjoyed homemade corn chips and tortillas (ask for the homemade corn torts). My meal..."
L Lyon
"This was my first time at La Hacienda and it was terrific! I had the Tex-Mex Enchiladas (pictured) and my friend had the Chili Rellenos and stated it..."
Lisa Weaver
"Went there for lunch and the food was good, had the asada taco and enchilada plate, everything tasted fresh. The waiter was great, he came to check..."
Pedrov (Pedrov)
"So I was supposed to run 20 miles around scenic loop in Boerne, TX. But I forgot to pack food for the long beautiful hilly run and when I passed La..."
Alicia Rodriguez
"Weā€™ve been here many times and always get really good wait staff. The food is always awesome. Tonight me and my wife both had puffy taco plates,..."
Jack Hodges
"Great place to hang out on the patio and enjoy some Margaritas. $5.00 every Wednesday I believe. Great to host parties here in the private back..."
Patrick Hamann
"It was back to the past when I walked through the big double doors of La Hacienda again. From the halcyon era of Stallion on the Roof through the..."
s. clark
"Excellent service from Ava. Our Tacos a La Diana and Crispy Flautas are as great as weā€™ve had at Los Barrios and La Hacienda de Los Barrios. So..."
Catherine Haffner
"We just happened to pass by.. decided to give it a try ..a very good decision on our part ..if you are in the area..give it a try ..you will be..."
Andrew Mastronardi
Frijoles Mexican Restaurant
Frijoles Mexican Restaurant
76/100 (990 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Lunch
Breakfast
Burger and fries
B L T
Migas Con Huevo
Homemade Tortillas
Cheese Enchiladas
Cheese Enchilada Plate
Caldo de res
Carne Guidada Plate
Quesadilla
Enchiladas with Guisada
Gyro
Lime and Water
Huevos Rancheros
Tamales
tacos al pastor
Mexican
Breakfast
Lunch
"Today went this place with my my two kids. It was easy to find parking. When we walked in it was clean and very presentable.. It didnā€™t take long..."
Melissa ā€œHappinessā€ Marie
"This place is delicious. The price is on point. Enjoyed a great meal for two with drinks for about $13. The tacos are great size for the price. I had..."
Albert Beltran
"The staff has always been nice and friendly. I have not been there in a few months and of course, there is the new staff. We have been buying tacos..."
Caroline SharesA Topic
"I have been coming to this place since I was 16 , I'm 31 now. I will forever love the food!!!! My favorite is the carne guisada plate, and the..."
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"If you're using a debit card it has to be 5$ or more. Migas has no flavor it doesn't come with the onions, cheese or anything else It's just plain..."
Luzianne Maldonado
"First time eating at the establishment it had a cafeteria vibe a reasonable price for a good lunch The Food Fair the five star is for the tortillas...."
DC4L
"The Service was fast ,the food was great , the fries were crispy and hot ! The price was good too. My 1st time ,I will be back. Thank you Albert..."
Albert Castle
"Great food at a great price. I absolutely love their tortillas. Highly..."
Juan Lujan
"I have been going here for years. This is the only place in my opinion for the best breakfast tacos. Especially for the best carne guisada tacos. ..."
Tamara Freelon
"The Dos Amigos burgers are fantastic! Try them..."
Jonathan Ramos
"Get the B.L.T. its awesome. Like 2 slices of bacon on each half of the sandwich. The Dos Amigos meal is great also. Cant go wrong with either..."
Roy Russell
Hacienda Vallarta
Hacienda Vallarta
73/100 (5716 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Cheese Enchiladas
Soup Bar
Red Stew Lengua Asada Meat Fajita
Rice and Beans with Salsa Sour Cream and Guac My Dipping Plate
Plato de Camarones Al Ajillo
Mango-Chile
Tres Leches Cake
Salads
Strawberry Margarita
Menudo
Fruit Bar
Tamales
Cheesecake
Salad bar
Arroz Con Leche
Bacon
Rice Pudding
orange
Green Chicken Enchiladas
Michelada
Mexican
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"After a long fun day in fiesta Texas found the perfect restaurant- not just a lot of food but good Mexican food a little bit of everything-Even..."
Adan Fernandez
"Had seen this place a few months back while we were in area, today coming from a Dr appt we decided to stop and give it a try, food is Amazing, too..."
Sandra Echeverria
"Very nice comfortable place to eat I can recommend this place to go try...."
Flor Fisk
"Pretty awesome! The food and the variety is extraordinary!! Rarely eat at buffets but weā€™re going to have to revisit this one. And they have beer,..."
Felix Juarez
"Great place to eat. Food is authentic Mexican food. They have adult drinks how awesome is that for a buffet! The service is great. The desserts are..."
Theresa Lopez
"I have been here several times and will continue going....the service is great the food is delicious....I cannot complain! I've tasted the Menudo in..."
ShaydeeBoy Garza
"First Mexican food Buffet I have encountered! Good food, an excellent waiter and good seating. We will be..."
Carmen Besinaiz Cantu
"Very tender steaks , everything is yummy , itā€™s always packed 100s of people canā€™t be wrong ! This place is amazing..."
Natalie Ward
"Es mi segunda vez eso qiere decir q la comida esta muy ricaļæ½ mis invitadas estuvieron comiendo de todo y todo les gustaba sobretodo los mariscos..."
Santa Hernandez
"The food is good. There's a variety of Tex-Mex cuisine, which I can appreciate. The tortillas were fresh and soft. So good. They also have a wide..."
Griselda Garcia
"So...the menudo here is really good. Better than more expensive restaurants. The customer service and employees' attitudes is great. Will definitely..."
George Sedeno
"The food is good, just missing little seasoning, taste was bland, but ok, edible; dessert area was missing authentic pan dulce, I think Mexican food..."
Venustiano Zaragoza
"I was so excited when I ran across this gem! Best authentic buffet I have found in years. Tortillas are delicious. Some of the servers don't speak..."
Brenda E.
"First time here and Iā€™m so glad I decided to come!! A very affordable buffet for what they offer!! Thereā€™s a huge selection of food you actually..."
Edward Quintanilla
"Everything was great here. The highlight for me was having Chinese style pork ribs with Mexican food, and a fresh grilled steak made to..."
Robert Clark
"Pretty Good! A little odd coming in since the hostess told us to sit and pay after. Then while sitting the waitress asked us for a receipt, after..."
Tiffany Brown
"I liked everything I was able to try. I was super happy with their huge selection of items. They also offer military discount. Their staff works..."
Pablo Monreal P
"Iā€™ve never heard of a Mexican buffet and we were excited to see what foods they had and were very impressed. The variety of Mexican was delicious..."
Beyonce Sullivan
"I was here celebrating a b-day. The food was pretty good for a buffet. Everything tasted fresh and temperatures were proper. I recommend the green..."
Ona Gonyon
"For a Mexican buffet everything was good Iā€™ll definitely be back šŸ‘ couldnā€™t get all of it but thereā€™s more..."
Steph P
"Excellent Mexican/Chinese buffet. Very friendly and attentive service. Many food options from authentic Mexican dishes to tasty Chinese options...."
TexasRobman
"Vicky ( Victoria) was our waitress she was very good. She took really good care of us. Very helpful and..."
Becky Escobedo
"The menudo and pozole here are worth the buffet price! But having fajitas chicken and beef along with the rest of the big selection which is normally..."
John Elias
"This place is amazing! So much great food to choose from I couldn't get to it all. Table service was lacking slightly due to volume of customers but..."
Chris Lareau