The Tamal Factory

Mexican Restaurant $ 4.3 (451)

The Tamal Factory is known for its authentic Mexican tamales, praised for their generous portions and traditional flavors. Customers appreciate the homemade quality of the food, though service experiences can vary, with some noting rudeness and unhelpfulness from staff.

Overall:

4.2

(372 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.4

Atmosphere:

4.0

Service:

3.4

Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (831) 724-7214

Address: 611 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Coffee

Good for

  • Good for Children

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" Incredible find! Authentic homemade tamales that are to die for! The masa is just so soft and delicious. I enjoyed the sweet corn tamales with chocolate sauce! I came with friends and we picked a variety of dishes. The service was friendly, and the atmosphere felt cozy. All in all, a fantastic meal! " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

" I had the worst experience. The tamale was bland and small, and I felt the staff was rude to me. I wouldn't recommend this place based on my experience. I think I will stick to my usual spot for tamales next time. " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

" Just had a disappointing visit. The tamale I ordered was dry and lacked flavor, and the service was disappointing. No one seemed interested in helping. I had high hopes based on the reviews. I might give it another try, but I'm not rushing back anytime soon. " (*Curated Review*)

9 months ago

" If you're craving tamales, this is the place to go! I loved the chicken with green sauce and their spicy salsa was perfect for dipping! The prices are reasonable, and portion sizes are fair. I’ll definitely be coming back for more soon! " (*Curated Review*)

10 months ago

" Our neighborhood gem! The tamales here are amazing—so flavorful and authentic. The staff were very accommodating, even though it was busy. The only drawback was that they ran out of a few items when I was there, but that's expected. A must-visit if you're in the area! " (*Curated Review*)

1 year ago

Archived Reviews (362)

" My go-to for tamales! I appreciate the variety, from classic pork to sweet corn versions. However, the staff seemed overwhelmed, and it took me longer to get served than I would have liked. Still a solid option for tamale lovers! " (*Curated Review*)

1 year ago

" Overall, just okay. The atmosphere felt a bit cramped and the staff were not particularly friendly. The tamales were tasty but not the best I’ve had. I might come back, but I wouldn’t recommend rushing to visit. " (*Curated Review*)

1 year ago
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