They sure traveled farther today than I did. I was at the Morgan Hill Farmers' Market today when I saw a tent with the sign Oaxacan Tamales. Sure enough, dude was slinging a variety of tamales, after coming in from the Modesto area. I just grabbed a couple to try later, which ended up being around dinner for me. The tamales which I ordered were both wrapped in banana leaves. The Pork tamal ($4.00) is a pretty straightforward pork in red sauce, and it did get a bit spicy for me. The receipt describes it as a mole, and I'd label it as a medium. The Chile Relleno tamal ($7.00) is a massive beast with seeded pepper, a firm cheese filling, and something that resembled egg/omelet to me for some reason. It was not spicy, owing to the lack of salsa, yet it was still satisfying overall. Oaxacan Tamales is a nice, affordable spot for tamales which you should consider trying if you happen to run into them at a farmers' market. I'll be sure to try their other menu items if I can. read more

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It would be nice to know which farmers market these tamales are sold. Like I said before I went to the address and the location does not sell them there. read more

They have gone completely downhill. $7 for a tamale. Which wouldn't be bad if they were the same as before. They were mostly masa which I don't remember them being. Dry. I used to love them because they were moist and had sauce. I will never spend money here again. read more

Sooooooo good!!!!!! Pork was my favorite( good amount of spice to it)The mushroom was my second favorite. I wasn't a fan of the chicken but it wasn't bad the others were just better. Bean and cheese were good too! They have vegetarian and vegan options too! $4 each. I am so picky with Tamales! This one has plenty of filling and it's wrapped with banana leaf which makes the masa so moist!!! Not dry at all. No salsa needed. Can't wait to try the other flavors. Definitely coming back! Great customer service too. read more

Very delicious! We picked some up for our holiday party and they were amazing. Great flavor, texture, and very authentic. Highly recommended! read more

Now, these are some bomb ass tamales! I was checking out the Old Oakland Friday farmer's market and saw the Oaxacan tamale stand. To be honest, I've seen this stand several times at this farmer's market, but for some reason I've never tried them until recently. Well, THAT was a huge mistake. Grabbed a couple of tamales while I was on my lunch break and ended up having them for dinner that night, and these babies truly blew my mind! The small tamales are $3 each and the large are $7. They serve the traditional flavors of pork, chicken, and jalapeño-cheese as well as some vegetarian and vegan options. The large tamales are their special tamales and these come in chile verde, chile relleno, and chile colorado flavors. Pork tamales are my favorite meat flavor to have, but unfortunately they sold out of them that day. Ended up getting one chicken and one jalapeño-cheese instead. I've had Oaxacan style tamales in the past and they weren't my favorite. When I saw that these were wrapped in banana leaves instead of tamale paper, I got nervous. My previous experience with tamales wrapped in banana leaves was terrible. But once I took my first bite out of these, that fear went straight out the window. I'm convinced that I just had a bad batch the last time because these tamales were dynamite. First of all, it's all about that jalapeño and cheese! Loved this one to death. It's no surprise since this is my favorite kind of tamale to eat. The cheese was nice and gooey and the masa was moist but not to the point of disintegrating. The chicken tamale was a tad bit dry, but the flavor was still really good. I've found that chicken tamales are usually drier than pork, and this is why I prefer pork if I'm getting one with meat. I didn't get any salsas this time around but they do sell them. I wish that they would provide them in smaller sizes as opposed to large tubs since I only got two tamales. Nevertheless, I still really enjoyed them. I will definitely be back for more, and hopefully they'll have pork next time so that I can finally try it. read more

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I've came across Oaxacan Tamales many times at the Willow Glen farmer's market, but today was the first time I picked up some tamales from this food stand. I got a mix-and-match half dozen order of chicken, pork, and jalapeño & cheese ($15/half dz). If I remember correctly, an individual tamale was $3.99 each, so getting the 6-pack was a better value. I also got a chile relleno tamale for good measure ($7). The woman at the stand was incredibly nice and helpful. She explained how to best store the tamales in the fridge and freezer, since I wasn't planning on eating them all soon. I did have the pleasure of trying the chile relleno tamale first. I love a good chile relleno. I've had chile relleno burritos before, but I can't say that I've ever had a chile relleno tamale. I must've turned away when the lady was packing the chile relleno tamale, because I was surprised to see how massive it was when I ate it at home... I'm talking as big as my head. This was a premium tamale, and it was well worth the $7. I did find that the masa was a bit thick, but I was highly satisfied and full. It had yummy flavors and cheesy goodness in every bite. My boyfriend and his parents tried the pork and chicken tamales, and they enjoyed them. They particularly liked the pork tamale the best because of its red sauce. I froze the cheese & jalapeño tamales to save for later. Looking forward to having these in the future! read more

Oaxacan Tamales - Chile relleno tamale - Farmers Market Near Me - Riverbank, California

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I saw this place at the Willow Glen Farmer's Market. They have vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. I tried the chicken and the jalapeno/cheese options. Both were so delicious! Plenty of filling in both and the flavors were delicious (not overly greasy). I lovedddd the mole sauce that it came with. I used it alllll over the tamales. Recommend! $3 each. read more

Oaxacan Tamales - Chicken and jalapeño cheese tamales. So good! 3$ each - Farmers Market Near Me - Riverbank, California

A real authentic tamale taste and when you walk in you smell the fresh masa. The gentlemen showed us the masa and it is fresh , smelt heavenly . I got the red sauce tamales , every bite was just so pure and fresh , not preservative tasting , you can tell it's just so fresh . I didn't get pictures because I scarfed it down but if you are going through yelp for reviews, go get some fresh tamales , you won't regret it. read more

They handed me the iPad "it's gonna ask a question" It was dark and I told them, come to find out they gave themselves a $5 tip on my $6 order.... food wasn't even that good. Don't recommend. read more

I've never tried tamales from Oaxaca before and I'm used to the traditional tamales with the corn husks but these ones came with banana leaves. I tried the pork, chicken, and jalapeño cheese. ALL OF THEM were DELICIOUS. Super moist and flavorful. My favorite was the jalapeño cheese. They all had a little kick but I love it! Cesar was super nice and his brother and both were welcoming! Really good peoples. I'd recommend ! I even put in an order for this Sunday for a dozen for my small get together and can't wait to try the other ones I didn't get! (Forgot to take pix of the pork). read more

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Always happy to place an order-our family and friends from out of town love the taste and always look forward to them!

I was introduced to their amazing tamales at the Modesto Farmers Market and the extra-large pork with salsa verde has become my current craving. The regular-sized tamales are the size you expect a tamale to be. The larger flavors are about the size of a generous burrito and may make a meal on their own. The ratio of filling to corn batter is excellent, with regular pork in salsa roja being spicy! Super-nice people and mmmm... the tamales! read more

Picked up some tamales at the Modesto Farmers Market. Really delicious. The Jalapeno Cheese was amazing. Fast and friendly service. Good value. read more

Oh my god! These tamales are so delicious! I cannot tell you how much! I found at the farmers market in Modesto but unfortunately, it took me two years to realize that they're right here in Riverbank, in the Carl's Jr shopping center! And their a dollar cheaper. read more

I've tried their tamales at the Modesto Farmer's Market! So excited to know they have a store front because I love these tamales. My favorite that I've tried are the garbanzo bean tamales but have a glass of water ready because they are EXTRA spicy. Personally I would like a less spicy option but the trick is to squish the whole garbanzo beans with the purée to make it a tad less spicy. My family love the traditional chicken tamales. read more

Oaxacan Tamales was a welcomed surprise. it was just one of a few vendors that braved the rain to come out today. locale: San Ramon Farmers Market (2/9/19) offerings: chicken/pork, vegan, vegetarian tamales eats: pork tamale (3) -wrapped in banana leaf, smooth masa, tender, moist pork pieces within. -green salsa wrapped by bubble of saran wrap. small portion, very deliz! *a few $ cheaper than ones at Jack London Sq. farmers market. read more

Great vegan tamales! The Chile relleno tamale was huge and filling to boot. We get our tamales from here every Christmas-time so the whole family can partake in our tamale tradition. read more

These tamales are so good!!!! We have ordered multiple times now. It is so easy to order and pick up from the location in Riverbank. You will not be disappointed! read more

Oh my just had the chili Colorado tamale first time it's the best damn thing i ever tasted . Got it at the peaceful valley farmers market in Sonora yesterday .... So want more now ! Hope they will be here next Friday . Highly recommend read more

Oaxacan Tamales - Chili Colorado tamale - Farmers Market Near Me - Riverbank, California

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Very easy to order tamales online and ready for pick up in as little as 15 minutes!!! I ordered a dozen of each pork and chicken just before the holiday. They were very delicious. I especially enjoyed the chicken. Next time I would like to try the chicken in the grande size read more

Omg since about 2012 meeting Cesar at mall farmers market in Tracy. These tamales are the best ever pork are my wife and I favorite. Now I see Antonio, Cesar's brother at farmers market in Tracy downtown, delicious from being to end every morsel wrapped in banana leaf. See you soon guys this is Franco. read more

Soooo good! My vegans, find these spinach and zucchini tamales and your life will be elevated! My husband had the traditional, and was also impressed. We found them at the Modesto Farmer's Market and will definitely be back for a larger order. Service was quick and friendly. Couldn't ask for more! read more

I tried this food truck at the farmers market at Oakridge Mall.Tamales were very flavorful and reasonably priced for the size.The spinach and cheese ones weren't ready yet, so I tried the jalapeno and cheese.Very good,lots of green pepper mixed with the cheese, and the tomatillo salsa on it was very good.Definitely worth coming to again! read more

Oaxacan Tamales - jalapeno and cheese tamale - Farmers Market Near Me - Riverbank, California

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WOW! SUPER DELICIOUS TAMALES! Picked up a pork, black bean and cheese, and jalapeño and cheese at the Cambrian Park farmer's market tonight. Will definitely be going back! The masa was the best I've ever had and all the fillings were so good! The red and green sauces were bomb! Young man helping was really nice and asked how my day was! No pics because we inhaled them :) read more

Vegetarian Tamales Gave these a try at the Castro Valley farmers market and boy was I surprised! I tried both of the vegetarian selections, the zucchini and mushroom and spicy garbanzo, both were delicious. The masa was tender yet firm, perfectly salted, really tasty. The fillings were clever, flavorful and delicious. The extra care involved in wrapping the tamales in banana leaf was something I haven't seen in a long time, well done!! read more

Finally found a great tamale place out here!! Very pleased and very happy! Now I know where to go whenever I'm craving! I ordered a dozen tamales, got 6 Chile Rellano Tamale, 3 Shredded Pork, and 3 Chicken Tamale. The Chile Rellano had a great spice to it, which is hard to find so I'm very pleased! Will definitely be coming back! read more

I came across this tamale stand in Modesto I decided hell I love tamales such a strange menu vegan friendly and all that I decided you know what I'm going to try these tamales so about a dozen of tamales I'm in love with this place going to have to venture out to find the stand in Riverbank and get more read more

The best tamale I've ever had I highly recommend these tamales when eating these tamales you know your getting a quality healthy tamale this is the only place I get my tamales from read more

First off, these tamales are delicious, which is why we chose them to cater our wedding. However, now that they have, I would not recommend them for any catering service. They straight up ghosted me for, not exaggerating, 6 months after I gave deposit. I guess it's my fault for keeping them at that point. When they did get back in contact with me, I made clear I chose them specifically because we are vegetarian, having a completely vegetarian menu, and wanted their vegetarian tamales. They proceed to ghost me again when I try to complete payment, to the point where I don't know if they're even showing up, and they bring meat tamales. Not cool. Just super unorganized to say the least. I'm glad they did show up, and my guests really enjoyed the tamales, they are really good. But they should not offer catering if they aren't able to meet basic communication expectations. Just stick to farmers markets. read more

I had the Chile rellano tamale!!! At first I thought it was only a Chile rellano nope; a whole new level of excellence. Not only did get to experience a rellano but I get endulge in a tamale also. Two wrapped in one. The masa was cook to perfection. Never have I tasted a tamale so delicious. I had tried this at the farmers market in Morgan Hill. When I'm in the area again I will definitely be back. Thank you for this experience. read more

March 18th, 2017, I went to UC farmers market & was disappointed that there wasn't a stand. I plan to call to find out if they are doing farmers market in the area. read more

Very good tamales made with coarse ground white corn masa and steamed in banana leaves. So far I've tried black bean and cheese, spinach and cheese, shredded pork, and recently, beet and chard (all good). read more

Oaxacan Tamales - Beet and chard tamal. Very good! Really nice way to eat veggies. - Farmers Market Near Me - Riverbank, California

Not there, called number and went to voicemail. Hours are incorrect. Made a special trip out there too.

Tried this place at the Farmer's Market today in San Ramon. I bought the Chicken Tamale plate (w/ rice and black beans) and all of it was delicious. Great way to be introduced to Oaxacan cuisine. *side note: very reasonably priced read more

Ordered 2 dozen of the pork tamales, for a party and they are the best tamales I have had. Will definitely be ordering again in the future!

These are absolutely delicious tamales. I bought them at the Morgan Hill Farmer's market and my whole family loved them. We got the spicy-garbanzo (vegan), chicken, jalapeño & cheese and black bean & cheese. The masa has a great texture and there is a good ratio of filling. I would definitely recommend! read more

I am not usually a fan of tamales but these were wonderful. I had bought homemade tamales from someone from work years ago that made me get turned off to tamales. These, however, got me back. These are so tender and flavorful. I bought their tamales from the farmer's market and want to try the other flavors. I only tasted the jalapeño and cheese and the spinach and cheese. That is the only reason I gave a 4 star instead of a 5 because I want to try them all. read more

Still a fan of the tamales...but the chicken tamales I picked up today at the Evergreen Farmers market were still a bit mushy, maybe under cooked? I will give them another chance next weekend. read more

Union City farmer's market every Saturday Morning. We discovered this tamale stand 3 weeks ago and have gone back every weekend since to pick up at least 4 each time. The pork, jalapeño & cheese, bean & cheese are the best. The chicken is a little on the dry size, but there banana leaf wrap makes them more moist than your traditional tamale. Ask for the side of mole sauce. A+ tamales read more