Tamaleria La Madrina

On Nostrand Avenue, this eatery expands its menu beyond tamales to offer daily traditional antojitos like elotes and esquites, alongside tacos, tortas, and burgers. The counter-service space is built for quick turnarounds; it is primarily a grab-and-go spot, though you can eat on-site if you manage to snag one of the few stools. Regulars point to the pork-filled oaxaqueno tamale, while others skip the tamales entirely in favor of the taquitos.