Los Jarritos - Tucson, AZ

A small cafe where locals Tucsonians come to eat and chat with each other, Los Jarritos is especially notable for its green corn tamales.

100% Approval Rating (1 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

Green Corn Tamales (6) ($8.00)

Red Chili ($4.00)

Tortilla (N/A)

Chorizo & Eggs ($5.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"12th Avenue at the south side of Tucson bustles with tents and trucks selling corn on the cob by the bushel. One vendor boasts of being "El Rey Del Elote;" another, named "El Frida," has a truck painted with images of corn and chile to advertise "Elote Blanco Mexicano ..." [Read More].

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Map & Directions

4832 S. 12th Ave., Tucson, AZ
520-746-0364

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	Yes
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"A brace of green corn tamales, wrapped in soft corn husks, are eggs' (and chorizo's) best friend in the morning. When the husk is peeled away, the sunny, buttery aroma of chili, corn, and cheese that escapes is devastating-delish."
Michael Stern

"Available by the cup or plate, Los Jarritos' bowl of red packs full-tilt chili flavor but not an overwhelming amount of heat."
Michael Stern

"Rugged chorizo sausage is available on a plate with potatoes and refritos or wrapped in a burro. "
Michael Stern

"Soft, warm tortillas accompany most meals."
Michael Stern

"Los Jarritos is a charming little eatery on an avenue of corn and chili vendors and Sonoran hot dog carts."
Michael Stern

"Tamales by the bagful, ready to heat and eat."
Michael Stern