Dec 13, 2024 - News

Where to order Christmas tamales in Phoenix

Jessica Boehm

A bucket of tamales. — Tamales are a beloved Arizona tradition, especially around the holidays. Photo: Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto via Getty Images

If the time-consuming process of making your own tamales doesn't fit into your holiday schedule this year, plenty of professional chefs are ready to serve you.

Zoom in: Lulu's Taco Shop: Order by Sunday to secure your holiday stash. Red or green chile and sweet tamale options available.

Call 480-545-8219 to place your order; Gilbert and Guadalupe roads in Gilbert

La Purisima Bakery: Green or red chile, rajas (roasted chiles and cheese) and dulce (raisins with coconut) tamales are available at all three Valley locations.

Multiple locations

The Tamale Store: This Valley staple has all of the classics and some unique tamale offerings like Baja seafood and Arizona cornbread. Tamales are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Cave Creek Road and Greenway Parkway

Mama Olga's Tamales: The location may be tiny but their food packs a big punch. Order red chile, green chile and jalapeno and cheese tamales online or in-person.

7th Avenue and Hatcher Road; Check Facebook for occasional farmers market stops

Raul's Cocina: If vegan tamales are what you're after, this mainstay of the Uptown Farmers Market uses jackfruit and corn to make delicious plant-based options.

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Where to order Christmas tamales in Phoenix

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