El Modelo Mexican Foods
- ★ 4.7
- Mexican
- South Valley
Try Handmade tamales
El Modelo began in April 1929 in a three-room home at 1715 2nd St SW and is known for handmade tamales, with call-in pickup orders until 6:30 pm.
The fastest, cheapest, frequently best food on Albuquerque's streets.
Vendors, food trucks and stalls: the cheapest, fastest, frequently best food in Albuquerque.
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Try Handmade tamales
El Modelo began in April 1929 in a three-room home at 1715 2nd St SW and is known for handmade tamales, with call-in pickup orders until 6:30 pm.
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