Roosevelt Tamale Parlor
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Roosevelt Tamale Parlor Reviews
I first ate here in 1980. Food was always delicious but crazily enough, I haven't been here in 35 years as ownership went through several changes. I had lunch here today and was so glad to be back at this deep Mission jewel. Chips and salsa were crisp, fresh and tasty. Mild and spicy options and both hit it. The cheese enchilada was actually extraordinary - - the gravy!!! Wow!!! Refried beans were silky smooth and so much better than it needed to be. Rice just melted nicely in...read full review
Wow, I had not been back here in over a decade, and my memory of a middling tamale must have faded since my original review stated as much. In the interim, I saw this place spotlighted recently on "Check, Please! Bay Area" and listened to the raves provided by the three guests. So as I was strolling on 24th in the Mission recently, I saw they had outdoor seating set up and weren't very busy. Dare I try them in the hope that I caught them on an off day previously? Well, as FDR...read full review
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Excellent Mexican plates and tamales. Chiva tamale, Chile relleno, and shrimp enchilada are all excellent. Chile relleno uses actual poblano pepper (not Anaheim). Shrimp had a nice char from the grill. Pepitas on the tamale was a nice touch. A+++, we will definitely come again!