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What to order at Mama's Kitchen
- Must order
- Chilaquiles tacos on thick handmade tortillas.
- Editor tip
- The thick handmade tortillas set this place apart. Chilaquiles is the dish to order for breakfast.
CuisineTex-mex
Price$
Neighborhoodnorth-side
HoursBreakfast and lunch daily
Phone(210) 733-0904
Last verified
Must order: Chilaquiles tacos on thick handmade tortillas.
Tip: The thick handmade tortillas set this place apart. Chilaquiles is the dish to order for breakfast.
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Location
Address: 504 W Hildebrand Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212
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