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    La Mixteca Tamale House

    4.3 (39 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Kevin C.

    We came here after leaving a Yelp event in Downtown Atlanta. We were both hungry for something different for lunch, and tamales came up during my Yelp search. We're both originally from SoCal where we could easily find great tamales, but we haven't been that successful finding great tamales in Atlanta. Parking was plentiful in the shared parking lot for all the businesses in this strip shopping center. From the outside, La Mixteca Tamale House looked a lot smaller, but this restaurant can accommodate a lot of people, including large groups. As we walked in, one of the employees quickly came to greet and seat us, which is a good thing because I first thought that this place was set up cafeteria style. The menu has a lot of different offerings, so those who don't like tamales will still probably be able to find something on the menu that they would enjoy. I zoned in on the tamales section of the multipage menu, and the pitcher of drinks for $12.50 quickly caught my eye too. We ordered 6 different tamales - 3 each. The bad thing about splitting an order was trying to figure out exactly which tamales were which. Even our server couldn't determine which ones were which, other than telling us, "Oh, this is a green one, and this is a red one." The flavors were good, the tamales had a good amount of filling in them, and the amount of masa was just right. We split a pitcher of horchata, which had a nice, cinnamon-y flavor and was not too sweet. From this pitcher, we each poured 3 glassfuls. Three tamales each and a pitcher of horchata were filling!

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    Mel N.

    Came here during Latin week and returned again shortly after my first visit! I really love this Clean, flavorful, great service restaurant! At first, I didn't think that a piña colada flavored tamale would be tasty. I was so wrong! Instead of salt, they use sugar in the ingredients of the MASA! The egg on top of the savory tamales just made it so perfect! We'll definitely return to this place again and again love the service and our server was so educated in what each of the tamales represent as far as why it was prepared the way it was, and the ingredients that were in it a nice cultural refreshment!

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    Stephen M.

    I've been craving tamales for months and have been struggling to find one that I truly love. I was doomscrolling through Uber Eats and saw this restaurant's offer of buy one get one tamale plates. The "plates" come with rice and beans and two tamales each. I ordered a fifth tamale for the heck of it. As a tamale lover, who typically has eaten them in a home setting, I've never had them with paired rice or beans so I thought the inclusion was interesting, but wow, I know it's just rice but I thought it was delicious! Here were my favorite tamales in order starting with the best-- Quesabirria, black bean, mild red pork, spicy green chicken, and lastly the mild mole chicken. I thought each tamale plate was really filling and I have a large appetite. La Mixteca is certainly a contender for best tamales in the area.

    Love the bright interior
    JD G.

    This was the second time I stopped by - the first was very shortly after they first opened, service was slow,there were no menus yet and no margaritas, I wasn't feeling like it was gonna be a good experience so we just left - I made the commitment that I'd comeback and give them another shot. Tonight was the night... so the server was pleasant enough, left us with a couple menus and came back later to get drink orders - still no alcohol, so maybe waiting on liquor license? - but that's ok we ordered cokes- they arrived promptly in cans, no offer of cups, Ice or even a Straw- so we asked and received. I ordered the tamale plate it came with rice and beans (one quesabirria and one rajas) I was really excited to try them ... my partner had the traditional tamale and a taco plate. Food arrived quickly- I desperately wanted to love this place - but I found both of my tamales to be rather lifeless and lacking any richness of flavor. They looked great but I just didn't get any taste sensation, bland meat and all a bit dry. My partner who happens to be a Chef also felt like the food lacked love and no flavor and when he bit into his Taco he got a bit piece of chewy-fatty beef - the rice and beans had no flavor either (some cilantro or chopped onion would have helped) adding some of the hot sauces they had helped but, overall a lack luster meal and it truly felt like $31.00 would have been better spent next door. The place is really nice, clean and bright but the food needs some flavor. Not sure I'll go back, but I wish them all the best.

    Michelle K.

    First of all Alex was THE BEST server. He was full of smiles, helpful and friendly. The inside of the restaurant is very nice and casual. The only bone I had to pick was that the tamales felt on the dry side. We got an assortment but I felt like I've had better back in my hometown (Chicago). I probably wouldn't come back again but someone else might love the tamales more than me so don't feel stopped by my review.

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    Laurence C.

    Definitely didn't expect authentic at first sight but man was the food delicious! Best Tlayuda I've had since California. That hot red sauce is hot, but also very tasteful! No joking on the tamales being first come first serve!

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    Jessica T.

    We have been here twice since they opened. It is a clean, casual atmosphere with incredible service and really good food. Horchata and Agua Fresca made in house! The menu is extensive and a bit overwhelming but the staff is helpful. We have enjoyed the tacos, tamales, burrito and kids items. Parking is easy and free!

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    Calvin P.

    Food was delicious and authentic. Vibe (ambiance) was casual and spacious. Our server was so friendly and knowledgeable.

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    I was a little skeptical at first because it was basically empty at lunch time however I'm definitely glad I went in. The restaurant itself was super clean and decorated for Valentine's Day. Service was amazing very friendly and gave me an excellent drink recommendation. Cucumber lime drink was really refreshing and went well with the sopas. I chose steak as my protein it had a ton of flavor and was cooked perfectly. The sopas were nice and fluffy with deliciously fresh toppings. I recommend adding some of their red salsa. it is spicy but it's the kind of spicy you want to keep just eating. it gave it the perfect amount of flavor. My lunch was less than $18.

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    Solid tamales, tons of breakfast options, great service. We'll be back to try more options!

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    It was super good. I liked the food. Great service. Great ambiance. Food was delicious

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    5 months ago

    Over a dozen times.. the Sugarloaf Location only one i have tried. Best Spicy Chicken Tamale. Period. I pass on everything else.

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    6 months ago

    So happy to have tamales nearby. And who knew they could be prepared so many different ways?

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    6 months ago

    Great food, great price; Food comes out fast. Very clean inside; Will be back for sure!

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    We were in the mood for Mexican food but our normal place wasn't open yet so we tried this. It was very good - give it a shot!

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    AH-MAXING one of my most beloved taco places in the atlanta area. Definitely reccomend this place wherever I go.

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