The Tamale Guy

The Tamale Guy The official fan page and business page of Chicago's Authentic Tamale Guy, Claudio Velez.

Known as the "Santa Claus for the drunk and hungry," Claudio is a cook, mobile caterer of tamales & local legend in Chicago's vibrant nightlife!

Guess who’s 59 years young today?!? to THE legendary Tamale Guy Chicago. May life continue you to bring you blessings!...
02/18/2024

Guess who’s 59 years young today?!? to THE legendary Tamale Guy Chicago. May life continue you to bring you blessings! What’s your favorite memory with the Tamale Guy? Comment below 👇

There’s still time to offer for Christmas! We’re open now thru Saturday, 12/23 for pick up at our Logan Square Kitchen. ...
12/21/2023

There’s still time to offer for Christmas! We’re open now thru Saturday, 12/23 for pick up at our Logan Square Kitchen. Email 📧 [email protected] to place your order or text 619-756-9057 for quick link for payment!

We are located at 2934 W Diversey Ave (Inside Quality Time). Pick up times 9 am to 1 pm! TAMALES!!

HELP! The Tamale Guy lost his baby girl / grand daughter, .tati_ earlier today in South Side Chicago W 38Th Place and in...
07/25/2023

HELP! The Tamale Guy lost his baby girl / grand daughter, .tati_ earlier today in South Side Chicago W 38Th Place and intersection of S Spaulding Ave. Please help us share! Any info would be greatly appreciated! 😭

Tati is a white brown and black 5lb female parti Yorkie

Call / text 619-756-9057!

Happy Birthday to THE .guy! What’s your favorite memory of Claudio?
02/19/2023

Happy Birthday to THE .guy! What’s your favorite memory of Claudio?

!!🥳🎉Happy Thursday 🥳🎉 !! Today’s a special day everyone let’s wish our beloved Tamale Guy Claudio a Happy Birthday on...
02/17/2022

!!🥳🎉Happy Thursday 🥳🎉 !! Today’s a special day everyone let’s wish our beloved Tamale Guy Claudio a Happy Birthday on his special day ❤️🎂.

01/11/2022

Guess who’s featured on the latest episode of “Street Food Icons” on ?! Check out a little history on how Chicago’s legendary .guy came to be, his battle with and love for Thank you to the crew at VICE Media for making this mini-documentary happen. It was a lot of work but so much fun recording!
Stop by at in Wicker Park to see us or order online or ahead at tamaleguy.com!
THANK YOU Chicago and all tamale lovers for your unwavering support. Claudio loves you!

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and has produced a SPECIAL SEGMENT hosted by recognizing outstanding contributions and im...
09/23/2021

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and has produced a SPECIAL SEGMENT hosted by recognizing outstanding contributions and impact of Hispanic members of our beloved Chicago Community.

Claudio .guy is honored and humbled to be featured in this special segment. His love for his amazing tamale lovers in Chicago has been the driving force behind his dedication and resilience throughout the decades. MUCHAS GRACIAS JEFE!

Check out the segment airing this Sunday 09/26 11 p.m. and next Sunday 10/03 at 4:30 p.m. on ABC7!

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Address

1209 N. Paulina Street
Chicago, IL
60622

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 1:30pm
4pm - 11pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 1:30pm
4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 1:30pm
4pm - 11pm
Thursday 8:30am - 1:30pm
4pm - 11pm
Friday 8:30am - 1:30pm
2pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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