The Tamale Guy

Mexican restaurant · Logan Square

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"Claudio Velez is the superhero without a cape who routinely makes his way through Chicago’s bars holding a red or blue cooler full of plastic bags filled with pork, cheese, or chicken tamales. This week, without bars full of potential customers, Velez has tested out home delivery." - Ashok Selvam

As Bars Stay Closed, Chicago’s Legendary Tamale Guy Tests Home Delivery - Eater Chicago

2934 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 Get directions

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