Opening hours
Closed · opens Tuesday 5:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Seattle: 1:51 PM (PST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
6564 5th Avenue SouthSeattle, WA 98108
About The Tamale Guy
Located at 6564 5th Avenue South in Seattle, Washington, The Tamale Guy is a Mexican restaurant. It is one of 2,768 places to eat and drink we list in Seattle.
The Tamale Guy is open 4 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Friday, and Sunday).
Quick facts
- Category
- Mexican Restaurant
- Address
- 6564 5th Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98108
- Hours
- Open 4 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Friday, and Sunday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Thursdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Mexican restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Tamale Guy’s weekday schedule with 106 other Mexican restaurants in Seattle. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 8:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 13 hours a week, 63 hours fewer than the local median of 76. 82% of Mexican restaurants in Seattle open on Sundays; The Tamale Guy does not.
Compared with 106 other Mexican restaurants in Seattle that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Mexican restaurants in Washington
Based on 75 menus with 5,476 priced items from Mexican restaurants in Washington, the median menu item costs $14.99, and half of all items are priced between $7.00 and $20.25.
We don’t have The Tamale Guy’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Mexican restaurants in Washington typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Carne Asada | 45% | $24.97 |
| Quesadilla | 43% | $13.95 |
| Guacamole | 41% | $5.28 |
| Sour Cream | 37% | $2.35 |
| Churros | 35% | $6.95 |
| Flan | 35% | $7.00 |
| Taco Salad | 32% | $14.99 |
| Huevos Rancheros | 31% | $16.00 |
Calculated from 75 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What Mexican restaurants usually offer
Across 3,243 Mexican restaurants in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 93% offer delivery
- 99% have dine-in seating
- 84% take reservations
- 96% are described as good for kids
- 87% accept mobile payments
Ask The Tamale Guy directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Tamale Guy there are 16 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 49 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (11), Bars & Pubs (9), Burgers & Fast Food (4), and Bakeries & Desserts (4).
Competition is healthy: 4 other Mexican restaurants are within a mile and 28 within three miles. The closest is El Pirata Tortas, 0.6 mi away.
10 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodKatsu Burger< 0.1 mi
- VietnameseSai Gon Pho & Banh Mi< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeHarried & Hungry Cafe0.1 mi
- Asian & PacificKauai Family Restaurant0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsCakes of Paradise0.2 mi
What to expect at a Mexican restaurant
Mexican food is one of the most widely loved cuisines in the US, and it ranges from the taqueria with a handful of tables and a salsa bar to sit-down restaurants focused on a single region such as Oaxaca, Jalisco, Puebla or the Yucatán. Tex-Mex – with its combination plates, yellow cheese, fajitas and chili con carne – is its own distinct tradition born in Texas.
What to order
- Tacos al pastor or carne asada – the taqueria benchmark, usually on small corn tortillas
- Enchiladas or a mole dish – a good way to taste the kitchen’s sauces
- Burrito – a meal in itself, especially in California-style shops
- Tamales – often made in batches and sold out early
Good to know
- Chips and salsa are free at many sit-down restaurants but not at most taquerias.
- Weekend specials such as menudo, pozole or birria often sell out before evening.
- Ask how spicy a salsa is – heat levels vary hugely from one kitchen to the next.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Tamale Guy's opening hours?
Open 4 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Friday, and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Friday: Closed; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is The Tamale Guy open on Sunday?
No, The Tamale Guy is closed on Sundays.
Where is The Tamale Guy located?
The Tamale Guy is located at 6564 5th Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98108.
Is The Tamale Guy open late?
No, The Tamale Guy usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near The Tamale Guy?
There are 49 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Tamale Guy. Nearby options include Katsu Burger (< 0.1 mi), Sai Gon Pho & Banh Mi (< 0.1 mi), and Harried & Hungry Cafe (0.1 mi).
Are there other Mexican restaurants near The Tamale Guy?
4 other Mexican restaurants within a mile. The closest is El Pirata Tortas, 0.6 mi away.
How much do Mexican restaurants in Washington cost?
Based on 75 menus with 5,476 priced items from Mexican restaurants in Washington, the median menu item costs $14.99, and half of all items are priced between $7.00 and $20.25.
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