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)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" What a delightful find! This place serves the most authentic tamales I've tasted in ages. I particularly loved the corn tamales—they were sweet and savory at once! The staff were welcoming and friendly, making the visit all the more pleasant. I can't wait to take my friends here to share the goodness! " (*Curated Review*)

" Such a gem of a restaurant! The tamales are incredibly tasty, and I love the variety! Try the jalapeño cheese tamale, it's amazing and so unique! The place is small but charming, and I felt very welcomed there. " (*Curated Review*)

" Not worth the hype, I'm afraid. The tamales were very average, and I found them expensive for what you get. Also, kind of lacking in the customer service department; staff didn’t seem very patient with my questions. I wouldn’t recommend! " (*Curated Review*)

" Great little spot for tamale lovers, but service could use improvement. The tamales are flavorsome, and I enjoyed the variety, but I was initially ignored when entering the shop, which made for a slightly uncomfortable experience. " (*Curated Review*)

" I had an amazing experience at The Tamal Factory! The staff was super friendly and they explained the menu to me in depth. I tried their combo platter, and I was impressed with each item. The tamales were authentic and juicy, with great seasoning. You can't go wrong! Just be prepared to wait a bit during busy times. " (*Curated Review*)

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*)

" 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*)

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