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Tamaleria La Madrina

Home of Handmade Tamales Bringing Crown Heights a Flavor Forward Moment

MexicanFamily-friendly
Tamaleria La Madrina

What to know

La Madrina opened to revive a simple dedication: perfect tamales made from scratch. Built around family recipes and Brooklyn-sourced ingredients, the concept brings an approachable Latin street-food ethos to Crown Heights. It's the sort of place where neighbors grab a quick lunch, friends share plates over a bright salsa, and traditions are honored through every steaming husk.