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Yolanda's Tamales

4.9 (34 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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The owner of the truck menu. Very impressive in the food. I will buy from him again.
Timothy D.

Wow I ordered 2 tamales today for lunch. They were very tasty and just the right size. There was a great selection of tamales, tacos, etc. The owner let me take a picture of him and you can see his menu behind him. Great guy brought my food out to me and was very nice. I recommend checking out his food truck if you are at the yard. Sorry I did not get a pic of the tamales. Take my word for it his truck rocks .

Tamales, Tamales, Tamales! Get a dozen to take home too!
Jim D.

Food is amazing. I am Gluten-free, and they helped me to have a fulfilling mean that was healthy and tasted amazing! Try the baked Avacado!!!

Avocado, well worth it!
Hugh F.

I really enjoyed the friendly staff and atmosphere that they curated here. Truly a great experience with incredible food to boot. The dish was perfect thank you so much! I'll be sure to return and bring the family along, there are too many amazing options for me to order alone. Haha. Again, Kudos! Toodles my friends.

Pork Pozole
Nayeli C.

Best pozole I've ever had... and this means a lot because every year I ask my grandma to make pozole for my birthday. The tamale was so delicious too! My husband and I really enjoyed the jalapeño crema. I will be here often! The service was great too! The man at the truck was very friendly!

Combo #1: Pork posole, red pork tamale, yellow and avocado jalapeño salsas.
Paralee G.

Had the BEST lunch today!! The service at Yolanda's just took it over the top! Fast, friendly, sincere... He commented that it was the perfect day for posole, and when I couldn't decide on a flavor of salsa, he gave me both. He also shared which tamales had just come out of the steamer so that I could make a choice that was fast and got me back to work on time. The pork posole was FULL of big chunks of perfectly cooked pork and hominy, and came with a healthy serving of chips, salsa, onions, cabbage, and lime. The red pork tamale was fresh and soft and big enough to save some for later. The combo also came with a Jarritos. All for less than $15!!! There is a lot of options on their menu. I've been before, and plan to go back. Great Job Yolanda's!

Vegan baked avocado with corn salsa, rice and beans with jalapeño avocado sauce.
Debbie W.

I have been coming to this food truck for several years. Recently changed my diet to vegan and was excited to get my favorite baked avocado dish with rice and beans the portions are always ample and the food fresh and delicious. Staff are friendly and helpful.

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Jill K.

Oh man!!! I am in love!! I got the baked avocado with Spanish rice and black beans!!!! This was a flavorful meal!! And Jorge was amazing! He made it vegan and came to check on us to see if we liked the meal. The green garlic sauce is yummy! All the flavors were on point!! I will be back for sure!!!

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Rusty N.

Went there last night and got the red pork tamale and the ground beef tamaleHis mothers favorite. Their sour cream sauce was spicy but everything was excellent. The masa was perfect. The gentleman that was working was excellent. I would definitely go there again

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6 months ago

The worker was pretty friendly and I thought the food was really good. They have a lot to offer but I tried the carnitas tamales.... good!

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Excellent tamales. Try the baked avocados too. Health conscious, delicious food., you won't go away hungry or be disappointed

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2 years ago

Delicious food. Ample portions. Really tasty homemade salsas. Super friendly service.

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Great flavors! The red chicken tamales were very robust and the green pork were sublime. Worth the trip from Portland.

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4 years ago

Hands down the best food at the Yard! Incredible food and even better service! Do yourself a favor and order the baked avacado!

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2 years ago

My favorite tamales and people. I hope she is ok the stand hasn't been open when i drove by.

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AMAZING steaming hot food on a cold day. Tamales and avacado jalapeños salsa were fantastic. Friendly service. We will be back!

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6 years ago

Their baked avocado with red chicken was incredible, and their sauces are on point. Highly recommend!

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6 years ago

The tamales are amazing and so are the salads and baked avocado. He is also very friendly and helpful. Don't miss eating at this cart.

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Yum! This little stand on the side of the road has a little seating area and no menu, just a sign…read more Ask the chef what meats he has, and order some tacos/quesadillas etc and you will not be disappointed. He is very kind. It is obvious he puts care into having his meat ready to cook and marinated and seasoned greatly. They are seasoned so well that we just added some lime and didn't even get to try the salsa. The tripa is perfectly crunchy and soft and has great flavor. The chicharrón is soft and so delicious. Will be back and they're open until like 5am!!!

As one of the more noticeable taquerias in Salem, I'm genuinely surprised there aren't more reviews…read morefor El Padrino. (#1) For years when this taco cart operated along Portland Road (#2) it was low on the radar but known in the community. Fast forward a few years, it's not quite a brick & mortar, but a space for patrons to sit inside to enjoy their food while everything is cooked outside on a cart. The format isn't for everyone (#3), but it's right up my alley. Beyond the colorful murals along the interior and spacious seating, this is still very much a dive. The place is open typically at night and the cloud of grease that permeates the room from all the fatty meats being grilled up. The ventilation is questionable and the seating (fold up chairs and plastic tables) is hardly glamorous. I don't know if I'd have it any other way. For some folks, seeing certain taco meats sitting in a pool of lard / fat / questionable liquid might be an eyesore but once the grilling begins it's a new ballgame. I enjoy almost all the meats, whether it's their famous al pastor sitting on a tromp with a pineapple on top, or their variety of cecina, carnitas, cabeza (cheek, mainly), barbacoa, and asada. There's no guarantee of what they'll have on any given night, so I'm usually good with whatever they have available. The charred grill is also the same place for their tortillas, which are also fried in said lard, and give off this smokiness that might not be everyone's cup of tea. I think their barbacoa, which is chivo (#4) style, is really the best thing they have. The meat is incredibly tender, juicy, and full of flavor. It completely encapsulates their namesake in "ricos tacos" as one of their signature items. As always, it is cash only and speaking Spanish is a must. I'm not saying it's the best taqueria in the city, but for late night eats, it's certainly one of ones to beat. __________ (#1) Aka "The Godfather" (#2) Twas another time: https://www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-el-padrino-salem (#3) Real talk: Most folks in Salem will likely never go to a place like this. That's really too bad. (#4) Goat, my amigos.

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3.5(297 reviews)
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Driven past Alberto's for years and finally decided to stop in. After seeing it so many times…read morewithout trying it, I went in more curious than expectant. I left pleasantly surprised. My first impression was positive. The establishment was clean, brightly colored, and filled with natural light. The dining area is relatively small, with a modest number of tables and chairs, but it felt comfortable rather than cramped. The atmosphere was casual and welcoming. The employees were friendly, and the service was notably fast without feeling rushed. I ordered the chicken burrito for $8.99, genuinely unsure what that price point would translate to in size or quality. The answer was immediate. This was a substantial burrito, roughly 10 inches long, and packed from end to end with filling. Not one of those burritos that gives the illusion of size but turns out to be mostly tortilla. Once opened, the cross-section told the story clearly: generous meat, a good mix of fresh ingredients, and a burrito that looked thoughtfully assembled rather than carelessly thrown together. The flavor matched the appearance. It was hearty, satisfying, and exactly what one hopes for in a burrito. The chicken was flavorful, the ingredients worked well together, and nothing about it felt skimpy. The tortilla had a light browning to it, which added both texture and visual appeal. Just as important, it was wrapped exceptionally well. For a burrito this full, that matters. It held together while eating, keeping the filling where it belonged rather than turning into a mess halfway through. Another detail worth mentioning was the sauce selection. Having multiple options from mild to hot allowed for some customization, and they were worth sampling. They added another layer to the meal rather than feeling like an afterthought. What stood out most was the overall value. Quality, quantity, speed, and price do not always align this well, but here they did. For $8.99, the portion was generous, the food was flavorful, and the service was efficient. Add in the fact that Alberto's is open 24 hours a day, and it becomes even more appealing. In the end, what impressed me most was not simply the size of the burrito, but the fact that the entire experience felt solid across the board: clean setting, friendly staff, fast service, fair pricing, and food that delivered. After driving past this place for years, I can say it was worth finally stopping in. I would return.

Stopped by here as a pit stop & a must by my friends as they road trip south on the 5 frequently!…read moreThe menu (so affordable too!) is such a delicious experience reading the menu options as well how you can have them prepared for you. We had the california and oregon burrito toasted, w the additional options to have the guac & sour cream within the burrito. It was so nicely prepared and dense! A huge portion - it looked like I barely made a dent in it, it was impressive! lol Service is great, the salsa bar was fun, especially a girl that likes things w spice. Restrooms are out back w a key. The vibe is vibrant and familiar which is always welcomed too :)

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