5 spots to celebrate National Tamale Day here in Huntsville

national tamale day teresita's — Lunch time! (Teresita’s Tamales / Facebook)

Tamale time, Huntsville! National Tamale Day is March 23, and we’re gearing up for it with a roundup of some of the Rocket City’s best.

On this list, you’ll find everything from a barbecue restaurant making tamales to a spot that’s making Tamale Tuesday a thing (we support it). Let’s dive in.

1. Teresita’s Tamales

First on our list has to be this one—tamales are in the name! Teresita’s Tamales is a local, family-owned tamale truck where you can find spectacular handmade tamales.

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2. Mi delicioso Guanajuato

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Mi delicioso Guanajuato is a spot for all kinds of authentic Mexican food—including tamales. They make both red and green tamales, and they’re only available on Fridays. Is anybody up for a day-late National Tamale Day celebration?

Location: 2818 Governors Dr SW Suite #C, Huntsville, AL 35805
Hours: Every day 10:30AM-7PM
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3. La Esquina Cocina

la esquina tamales — Who’s ready for Tamale Tuesday? (La Esquina Cocina / Facebook)

Step aside, Taco Tuesday—Tamale Tuesday is here. La Esquina Cocina serves up Tamales de Rajas and Tamales de Pollo, and they’re always homemade. National Tamale Day doesn’t fall on a Tuesday this year, but that’s not keeping up from celebrating Tamale Tuesday.

Location: 127 Holmes Ave NW Suite 101, Huntsville, AL 35801
Hours: Monday-Thursday 11AM-9PM, Friday-Saturday 11AM-10PM, Sunday 10AM-2PM
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4. Ted’s BBQ

ted's tamales — It makes sense, really. (Ted’s Bar-B-Q Five Points / Facebook)

Didn’t see that coming, did you? Ted’s Bar-B-Q ingeniously uses their famous barbecue to craft some seriously spicy tamales made fresh daily with homemade masa.

Location: 212 Andrew Jackson Way NE, Huntsville, AL 35801 and 8780 Madison Blvd, Madison, AL 35758
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30AM-8PM, closed Sunday
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5. El Palomino Taqueria

el palomino tamales — Tamales galore. (El Palomino #2 / Facebook)

Tucked in the corner of a shopping center on Jordan Lane, you’ll find authentic Mexican food. El Palomino’s homemade tamales are rumored to be some of the best in town—plus, they’re a steal.