Tamale Mami

Tamale Mami Every tamale is made from scratch with love, soul, and a whole lot of flavor.

With a blend of Mexican and Black heritage, we whip up homemade tamales that mix tradition with a fusion twist — think classic comfort meets bold, creative flavor.

06/17/2026

🌧️☔ Rain, rain, go away… but the tamales are here to stay! 🫔❤️

The weather may be pouring outside, but Tamale Mami is OPEN today from 2 PM - 9 PM and serving up all your favorites!

Too wet to leave the house? No worries, Mami’s got you covered. 🚗💨 Delivery is available through DoorDash!

Check out Tamale Mami on DoorDash:
https://www.doordash.com/store/41973739?utm_source=mx_share&aw=QwNAHGu1fZHQ9SXM

Whether you’re craving a classic tamale, one of our signature fusion creations, or a sweet and icy treat from Little Lulu’s Italian Ice, today is the perfect day to skip the cooking and let Mami handle dinner. 🫔🍧

Nothing pairs better with a rainy Chicago day than comfort food made with love. ❤️

👇 Tell me in the comments:
Are you team “tamales on a rainy day” or team “soup on a rainy day”?

📍Open today: 2 PM - 9 PM
🫔 Classics & Fusions Available
🍧 Little Lulu’s Italian Ice Available
🚗 DoorDash Delivery Available

Rainy days are for staying cozy… and eating tamales.

🌧️☔ Rain, rain, go away… but the tamales are here to stay! 🫔❤️The weather may be pouring outside, but Tamale Mami is OPE...
06/17/2026

🌧️☔ Rain, rain, go away… but the tamales are here to stay! 🫔❤️

The weather may be pouring outside, but Tamale Mami is OPEN today from 2 PM - 9 PM and serving up all your favorites!

Too wet to leave the house? No worries, Mami’s got you covered. 🚗💨 Delivery is available through DoorDash!

Check out Tamale Mami on DoorDash:
https://www.doordash.com/store/41973739?utm_source=mx_share&aw=QwNAHGu1fZHQ9SXM

Whether you’re craving a classic tamale, one of our signature fusion creations, or a sweet and icy treat from Little Lulu’s Italian Ice, today is the perfect day to skip the cooking and let Mami handle dinner. 🫔🍧

Nothing pairs better with a rainy Chicago day than comfort food made with love. ❤️

👇 Tell me in the comments:
Are you team “tamales on a rainy day” or team “soup on a rainy day”?

📍Open today: 2 PM - 9 PM
🫔 Classics & Fusions Available
🍧 Little Lulu’s Italian Ice Available
🚗 DoorDash Delivery Available

Rainy days are for staying cozy… and eating tamales.

Get delivery or takeout from Tamale Mami at 5035 W Montrose Ave in Chicago. Order online and track your order live. No delivery fee on your first order!

06/14/2026

Chicago said 67° and we said… 6-7 😭☀️🫔

Perfect weather for fresh masa, hot tamales, and a cold Little Lulu’s Italian Ice.

Today’s video: Mami making the masa from scratch because the magic starts before the tamale even hits the steamer. ❤️

🍧 Little Lulu’s flavors: Raspberry, Fudge, Kiwi, Watermelon, Passionfruit, Mango, Coconut, Lemon & Banana

Come get your 6-7 combo: a tamale + Italian ice.
What flavor are you pairing with your tamale today? 👇

🌞🫔 The storms are gone and the sunshine is back, Chicago!After two days of intense rain, thunderstorms, and tornado-like...
06/12/2026

🌞🫔 The storms are gone and the sunshine is back, Chicago!

After two days of intense rain, thunderstorms, and tornado-like weather, we’re finally getting a beautiful day to enjoy. ☀️ So get out, soak up some sunshine, and let Mami handle the cooking!

We’re OPEN today from 2 PM – 10 PM!

✨ All the Classics
✨ All the Fusions
✨ Available for Delivery on DoorDash

Whether you’re craving a comforting classic or one of our bold fusion creations, we’ve got your tamale fix waiting for you.

And what better way to celebrate the sunshine than with a Little Lulu’s Italian Ice? 🍧

Today’s flavors:
🥭 Mango
🍓 Strawberry
🍋 Lemon
🥥 Coconut
🍌 Banana
💕 Raspberry
🍫 Fudge
🥝 Kiwi
🍉 Watermelon
💛 Passionfruit

Too hot to cook? Too nice outside to spend the evening in the kitchen? Let Mami take care of dinner while you enjoy the beautiful weather.

🚗 Dine in, carry out, or order through DoorDash and have your favorites delivered right to your door.

Check out Tamale Mami on DoorDash!

https://www.doordash.com/store/41973739?utm_source=mx_share&aw=y9Dws1RmjEvLTBcc

👇 Chicago roll call!
What neighborhood are you checking in from today? 🌆☀️

See you soon, Chicago! ❤️🫔🍧

Get delivery or takeout from Tamale Mami at 5035 W Montrose Ave in Chicago. Order online and track your order live. No delivery fee on your first order!

🥵 Chicago heat got you melting?Skip the cooking and let Mami take care of dinner tonight! 🫔❤️Today’s spotlight is the Da...
06/10/2026

🥵 Chicago heat got you melting?

Skip the cooking and let Mami take care of dinner tonight! 🫔❤️

Today’s spotlight is the Da Beef Tamale — seasoned beef, mozzarella, giardiniera, and homemade masa all wrapped up in one Chicago-inspired bite. 🔥

Then cool off with a Little Lulu’s Italian Ice:

🍓 Strawberry
🥭 Mango
🥥 Coconut
🍋 Lemon
🍌 Banana
🍉 Watermelon
🥝 Kiwi
💜 Passionfruit
🍫 Fudge
❤️ Raspberry

🛍 Pick up available
🚗 DoorDash delivery available
🫔 Classics & Fusions available

Tell me below ⬇️

What’s your dream combo:
🫔 Da Beef + ❄️ ______ Italian Ice?

Check out Tamale Mami on DoorDash!

https://www.doordash.com/store/41973739?utm_source=mx_share&aw=p6ueQQ23U9vEEEaa

🥵 Chicago, it is HOT out there today! Why stand over a stove when Tamale Mami has you covered? 🫔☀️Skip the cooking, stay...
06/10/2026

🥵 Chicago, it is HOT out there today! Why stand over a stove when Tamale Mami has you covered? 🫔☀️

Skip the cooking, stay cool, and let Mami handle dinner tonight. Whether you’re craving a classic favorite or one of our signature fusion tamales, we’ve got something waiting for you!

🌟 Featured Tamale: Da Beef 🌟
A Chicago-inspired favorite loaded with seasoned beef, mozzarella cheese, and giardiniera wrapped in our homemade masa. If you haven’t tried it yet, today is the day!

❄️ Cool down with Little Lulu’s Italian Ice! ❄️

Flavors available:
🍓 Strawberry
🥭 Mango
🥥 Coconut
🍋 Lemon
🍌 Banana
🍉 Watermelon
🥝 Kiwi
💜 Passionfruit
🍫 Fudge
❤️ Raspberry

🚗 Pick up in-store or have it delivered straight to your door on DoorDash!

Check out Tamale Mami on DoorDash!

https://www.doordash.com/store/41973739?utm_source=mx_share&aw=lv-ah4szsY0KH-na

🫔 Classics? ✔️
🔥 Fusions? ✔️
❄️ Italian Ice? ✔️

Question of the day: If you could pair a Da Beef tamale with any Italian Ice flavor, what combo are you choosing? 👇

Get delivery or takeout from Tamale Mami at 5035 W Montrose Ave in Chicago. Order online and track your order live. No delivery fee on your first order!

☀️ Sunday Summer Vibes at Tamale Mami ☀️We’re OPEN today from 12 PM – 9 PM! 🫔💕Come grab your favorite tamales and cool d...
06/07/2026

☀️ Sunday Summer Vibes at Tamale Mami ☀️

We’re OPEN today from 12 PM – 9 PM! 🫔💕

Come grab your favorite tamales and cool down with Little Lulu’s Italian Ice.

🫔 Classics:
Green Guadalupe • Loca Laura • Angel Amy

🔥 Fusions:
Mami Megan • Da Beef • Tropicante Bustamante

🍧 Italian Ice Flavors:
Lemon • Coconut • Strawberry • Mango • Banana • Kiwi • Raspberry • Watermelon • Fudge • Passionfruit

Too hot to cook today? Let Mami do the cooking. 😘

🚗 Delivery available on DoorDash:
https://www.doordash.com/store/41973739?utm_source=mx_share&aw=mYoSe0DjtsN9KZ5D

👇 COMMENT BELOW 👇

If you could only choose ONE tamale and ONE Italian Ice flavor for the rest of summer, what would they be?

☀️ SUNDAYS ARE BACK FOR THE SUMMER! ☀️We’re OPEN today from 12 PM – 9 PM and ready to serve up all your Tamale Mami favo...
06/07/2026

☀️ SUNDAYS ARE BACK FOR THE SUMMER! ☀️

We’re OPEN today from 12 PM – 9 PM and ready to serve up all your Tamale Mami favorites! 🫔💕

Whether you’re craving a classic or feeling adventurous with one of our fusion tamales, we’ve got you covered.

🫔 Classics:
• Green Guadalupe
• Loca Laura
• Angel Amy

🔥 Fusions:
• Mami Megan
• Da Beef
• Tropicante Bustamante

Need something sweet to cool down? Little Lulu’s Italian Ice is available too! 🍧

Flavors:
🍋 Lemon
🥥 Coconut
🍓 Strawberry
🥭 Mango
🍌 Banana
🥝 Kiwi
❤️ Raspberry
🍉 Watermelon
🍫 Fudge
💛 Passionfruit

Can’t make it in? We’ve got you covered!

🚗 Available for delivery on DoorDash:
https://www.doordash.com/store/41973739?utm_source=mx_share&aw=mYoSe0DjtsN9KZ5D

Too hot to cook? Let Mami do the cooking for you. 😘

👇 Tell us in the comments 👇
What’s your ultimate Tamale Mami combo?

Pick:
🫔 Your favorite tamale
🍧 Your favorite Italian Ice flavor

Tag a friend you’d share it with

Get delivery or takeout from Tamale Mami at 5035 W Montrose Ave in Chicago. Order online and track your order live. No delivery fee on your first order!

☀️🥵 It’s too hot to cook, Chicago.Put the pots away, stay out of the kitchen, and let Tamale Mami handle dinner tonight....
06/06/2026

☀️🥵 It’s too hot to cook, Chicago.

Put the pots away, stay out of the kitchen, and let Tamale Mami handle dinner tonight. 🫔💁🏽‍♀️

Open today from 12 PM – 10 PM with:
🫔 All your favorite Classics
🔥 All your favorite Fusions
🍧 Little Lulu’s Italian Ice to cool you down

Because the only thing you should be doing in this heat is enjoying good food and an ice-cold sweet treat. 😎

👇 Tell us in the comments:
What’s your perfect combo?
🫔 Tamale + 🍧 Italian Ice flavor

Tag your dinner date and make plans. ❤️

🥵 Chicago… it’s WAY too hot to be standing over a stove today.Let Tamale Mami do the cooking for you! 🫔💁🏽‍♀️We’re open 1...
06/06/2026

🥵 Chicago… it’s WAY too hot to be standing over a stove today.

Let Tamale Mami do the cooking for you! 🫔💁🏽‍♀️

We’re open 12 PM – 10 PM and serving up all your favorites:
🫔 All of our Classic Tamales
🔥 All of our Fusion Tamales
🍧 Little Lulu’s Italian Ice to help you cool down in this Chicago heat

Whether you’re craving something traditional, something bold, or just need a sweet treat after a long day in the sun, we’ve got you covered.

💬 Let’s settle this:
Are you grabbing a Classic Tamale, a Fusion Tamale, or heading straight for the Italian Ice today?

Tag the person who’s definitely not cooking tonight. 👇😂

📍 Open Today: 12 PM – 10 PM
🚗 Takeout & Delivery Available

Check out Tamale Mami on DoorDash!

https://www.doordash.com/store/41973739?utm_source=mx_share&aw=nb7X3hGmJTCyZlyr

Get delivery or takeout from Tamale Mami at 5035 W Montrose Ave in Chicago. Order online and track your order live. No delivery fee on your first order!

Address

5035 W Montrose
Chicago, IL
60641

Opening Hours

Thursday 2pm - 9pm
Friday 2pm - 10pm
Saturday 2pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

Telephone

+18722488387

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