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Gordo's Tamales Menu

Explore Gordo's Tamales menu featuring authentic Mexican breakfast and lunch options, including tamales, tortas, and more. View prices, categories, and dining info.

12 categories · 70 dishes 2811 W 55th St, Chicago, IL 60632, United States Last updated August 2026

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Restaurant Gordo's Tamales

Type Mexican Restaurant

Rating 4.4 (549 reviews)

Price Range $10 to $40

Service Options Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in

Hours Mon-Sat 5am–3pm, Closed Sun

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The full Gordo's Tamales menu

Browse every dish by category — from in-table BBQ cuts to stews, sides and drinks. Prices are shown where available.

Torta De Asada / Steak Torta $12.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, crema y aguacate

Torta De Tinga De Pollo / Chicken In Chipotle Sauce $12.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, crema y aguacate

Torta De Al Pastor / Marinated Pork Torta $12.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, crema y aguacate

Torta De Chorizo $12.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, crema y aguacate

Pambazo De Chorizo Con Papa $10.50

Con Lechuga, queso y crema

Pambazo De Asada $10.50

Grilled steak in chile-dipped pambazo bread with lettuce, crema, and queso.

Sope De Tinga De Pollo / Chicken In Chipotle Sauce Sope $8.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, cebolla, tomate, queso, y crema

Sope De Chorizo $8.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, cebolla, tomate, queso, y crema

Sope De Asada / Steak Sope $9.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, cebolla, tomate, queso, y crema

Sope De Chicharron Verde / Pork Rind In Green Sauce Sope $8.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, cebolla, tomate, queso, y crema

Sope De Al Pastor / Marinated Pork Sope $8.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, cebolla, tomate, queso, y crema

Taco De Barbacoa De Res / Beef Barbacoa Taco $5.00

Taco with tender, slow-cooked shredded beef barbacoa.

Taco De Al Pastor / Marinated Pork Taco $4.50

Con cebolla y cilantro.

Taco De Tinga De Pollo / Chicken In Chipotle Sauce Taco $4.50

Con cebolla y cilantro.

Taco De Asada / Steak Taco $4.50

Con cebolla y cilantro / Served with onion and cilantro

Tacos De Lengua $5.00

Con cebolla y cilantro.

Taco De Chorizo $4.50

Con cebolla y cilantro.

3 Taco Dinner $15.99

3 Tacos con Arroz, Frijoles y Ensalada

Media Docena / Half Dozen $15.00

Six traditional tamales, steamed to perfection.

PUERCO VERDE / GREEN PORK $2.60

Tamale filled with tender pork in green sauce.

Docena / Dozen $30.00

Mix & Match

RAJAS & QUESO / PEPPERS & CHEESE $2.60

Roasted peppers and melted cheese in a savory tamale.

POLLO ROJO / RED CHICKEN $2.60

Chicken and red sauce.

ELOTE / SWEET CORN $2.60

Sweet corn tamale with soft, steamed masa.

FRESA / STRAWBERRY $2.60

Steamed tamale with strawberry-flavored masa.

POLLO VERDE / GREEN CHICKEN $2.60

Tender chicken in a vibrant green sauce.

PUERCO ROJO / PORK RED $2.60

Tender pork in a rich, flavorful red sauce.

FRIJOLES & QUESO / BEANS & CHEESE $2.60

Traditional Mexican-style beans and melted cheese.

Quesadillas De Asada / Steak Quesadilla $12.00

Con queso fundido, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, and aguacate y crema

Huarache De Al Pastor / Marinated Pork Huarache $12.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, and aguacate y crema.

Huarache De Tinga De Pollo / Chicken In Chipotle Sauce Huarache $12.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, and aguacate y crema.

Quesadilla De Tinga De Pollo / Chicken Chipotle Sauce Quesadilla $12.00

Con queso fundido, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, and aguacate y crema.

Huarache De Asada / Steak Huarache $12.00

Con frijoles, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, and aguacate y crema.

Quesadilla De Al Pastor / Marinated Pork Quesadilla $12.00

Con queso fundido, lechuga, tomate, cebolla, and aguacate y crema.

Oaxaqueño De Mole Preparado Con Extra Mole, Pollo Y Arroz $12.00

Mole Oaxaqueño topped with Mexican rice, extra chicken, and mole sauce.

Oaxaqueño De Pollo Rojo $7.00

Chicken and red sauce.

Oaxaqueño De Pollo Verde $7.00

Green Chicken Tamale Wrapped in Banana Leaf.

Oaxaqueño De Puerco Rojo $7.00

Tender pork in a rich, spicy Oaxacan-style sauce.

Oaxaqueño De Rajas Con Queso Chihuahua $7.00

Pepper slices with chihuahua cheese.

Oaxaqueño De Mole $8.00

Banana leaf–wrapped Oaxacan tamale with mole sauce.

Oaxaqueño De Chicharron Verde $8.00

Tender pork rinds in a zesty green tomatillo sauce.

Oaxaqueño De Puerco Verde $7.00

Tender pork in a vibrant green tomatillo sauce.

Menu highlights

Guests often mention

Pambazo De Asada

Prices & availability

Menu prices range from approximately $10 to $40. Categories include tamales, tortas, sopes, burritos, and beverages. Seasonal items and availability may vary, and item-level prices should be confirmed when ordering.

Dining fit

This menu is good for

Breakfast
Lunch
Comfort Food
Quick Bite
Cozy Atmosphere
Good for Kids

About this menu

Gordo's Tamales offers a focused Mexican restaurant menu with an emphasis on breakfast and lunch, featuring traditional tamales, tortas, sopes, burritos, and beverages like aguas frescas. Menu categories are clearly divided to make it easy to explore small plates and comfort foods served in a casual, cozy setting. Guests often mention popular items such as the "Pambazo De Asada" and the flavorful tamales across various sauces, highlighting a satisfying local specialty experience.

Service options include dine-in with table service, takeout, and delivery. The menu's pricing and availability may vary seasonally, aligning well with those seeking a fast, flavorful, and authentic Mexican dining occasion suited for solo diners, families, and quick visits.

Gordo's Tamales

Mexican Restaurant

2811 W 55th St, Chicago, IL 60632, United States
+1 773-424-4816
· Closed
$10 to $40

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