Manolo's Tamales

Mexican Restaurant $ 4.0 (612)


Manolo's Tamales is praised for its authentic tamales, which many customers liken to traditional recipes. While the food is often delicious, the consistency in service and atmosphere is noted as varying, indicating room for improvement in the dining experience.

Overall:

4.4

(501 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.4

Atmosphere:

3.6

Service:

3.9


Phone number: (773) 436-7029

Address: 5341 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60632, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Coffee

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Children

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • 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!**

" After hearing rave reviews, I finally made it to Manolo's and tried a dozen assorted tamales. They were overall very good, but I did notice some had a bit too much masa for my taste. On a positive note, they have a vast variety, and everything was fresh! I’ll be coming back soon to try more. " (*Curated Review*)

" Overall, I'm confused. I had heard so much about Manolo's that I decided to try it out. However, my experience was lackluster. The tamales tasted reheated and lacked any special flavor. I wouldn’t waste time returning, unfortunately. " (*Curated Review*)

" Their customer service deserves recognition! I had a small mix-up with my order, and they promptly attended to it. The tamales were delightful and quite genuine in flavor. I'm always happy to support a local business that values its customers. " (*Curated Review*)

" I'm not usually a tamale person, but I must say, I was converted after my visit to Manolo's! The variety they offer is impressive, and every tamale I tried was well-made and packed with flavor. But it's a bit crowded, so be prepared for a wait. " (*Curated Review*)

" After visiting several times, I feel that Manolo's can be hit or miss. One time I got steaming hot, scrumptious tamales, but other times they felt dry and a bit stale. The service can also vary; sometimes it's fast, while other times, you feel forgotten. I'd recommend visiting during peak hours for better luck! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (491)

" I recently celebrated a birthday and ordered a massive amount of tamales for the party. Everyone loved them! They were fresh and flavorful. I can confidently say Manolo's is the place to go for gatherings. The staff was very attentive too! " (*Curated Review*)

" These tamales took me back to my childhood. Watching my grandmother make them made me appreciate this place so much more. The flavors are on point, and I particularly loved the red tamales! Service is friendly, but the seating space could definitely use more attention. " (*Curated Review*)

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