Tamales in South Bay, L.A., C.A.
May 8, 2020 3:46 PM   Subscribe

Hi. I am looking for the best Mexican tamales in the South Bay/Torrance/Gardena/Lomita area of LA.

I am looking for, preferably, a bakery that sells tamales by the dozen all year round...pork in red chili and/or chicken mole are my favorite flavors.
Ramona's were only so-so, but they are now only seasonal;
The local Farmers Markets aren't selling prepared food right now [or if they are, let me know!!]
"The Tamale Man" doesn't look that tasty --but again, tell me if I am wrong!

Can you help a hermana out?
posted by calgirl to Food & Drink (3 answers total)
 
roadfood recommends Sariñana’s Tamale Factory in santa ana
posted by brujita at 12:21 AM on May 9, 2020


Not quite the South Bay, but if you're willing to drive up to West LA, Tamara's Tamales (not far from LAX) is pretty legendary. I haven't loved in LA for about seven years, but I still pop in whenever I'm in town.

13352 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066
posted by late afternoon dreaming hotel at 8:28 AM on May 9, 2020


Response by poster: I ended going to ELA one more time...I guess I will have to do a scientific review of more local options.
Also, Tamara's is closed as of Oct. 2019...you can read about it on their website.
posted by calgirl at 1:20 PM on June 2, 2020


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