The Tamale Joint

$$
Open
yelp logo

(164)

Call
Website

Advertisement

Photos

3352 E T C Jester Blvd
Houston, TX 77018

The Tamale Joint, established in 2021 by a family of tamale enthusiasts, is a Houston-based eatery dedicated to serving authentic and homemade tasting tamales to both local patrons and those from afar.

With a passion for delicious bites, The Tamale Joint offers a variety of mouthwatering tamales, queso, and margaritas, ensuring that all hungry customers are well taken care of.

Generated from the website

Also at this address

Reviews

yelp logo
4.5164 reviews
Photo of Adriana A.
Adriana A.
1/5/2026

First time here! Place was very clean & welcoming. They took our order and it promptly came out fresh. Had the Cafe de Olla which was great! The tamales had great flavor, beans were fresh! Kids...

Photo of The Thumbs Critic ..
The Thumbs Critic ..
12/26/2025

Thumbs Up: This place is conveniently located near the TC Jester hike & bike trails. Neutral: The tamales are overpriced for their low quality, even when ordered by the half-dozen. That said, I...

Photo of Victor H.
Victor H.
12/23/2025

Within walking distance of my house, it's nice having this place available to produce delicious tamales. Upon being implemented in early 2022, it's nice they are still here and serving the Oak...

Photo of John G.
John G.
11/25/2025

Zero STARS if I could. Unfortunately tonight...... was a horrible experience. The Grey bearded little man shot us down. As a patron of a Houston based company. Tonight the service and respect had...

Photo of Generosa C.
Generosa C.
11/12/2025

This was the perfect place for authentic fresh made tamales and empanadas! The counter service, staff and food was ALL wonderful! Family owned and food was all FRESH made to order! Put it on your...

Own this business?
See a problem?
United StatesTexasHoustonThe Tamale Joint

Advertisement