Alton, Texas
Every tamal wrapped by hand,
every bite tasting like home.
Fresh masa, time-honored recipes, and flavors that bring the community together — made daily at El Molino Masa y Tamales.
Our Story
Built on masa,
grounded in tradition.
At El Molino Masa y Tamales, we believe the best food starts with patience and care. Every batch of masa is prepared the traditional way — stone-ground, hand-kneaded, and never rushed.
Our tamales are wrapped by hand, using recipes passed down through generations. From our signature pork in red chili to the delicate green tomatillo variety, each one carries the same commitment to quality and flavor that our neighbors in Alton have come to trust.
Our Process
From grain to tamal —
nothing is rushed.
Select the Corn
We source high-quality corn and nixtamalize it the traditional way — soaking and cooking in an alkaline solution to unlock flavor and nutrition.
Grind & Knead
The nixtamalized corn is stone-ground into smooth, velvety masa. We knead it by hand until it reaches the perfect texture — light, airy, and full of character.
Wrap & Steam
Each tamal is individually filled, wrapped in corn husks, and steamed for hours until the masa is tender and the flavors have melded together.
Visit Us
Come taste the difference
handmade makes.
Address
1304 S Alton Blvd
Alton, TX 78573-6925
Phone
Hours
Mon – Sat: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Catering & Events
Bring the taste of El Molino
to your next gathering.
From family dinners to community events, we offer catering packages that let your guests experience the warmth of handmade tamales and fresh masa.
Get in Touch
We'd love to
hear from you.
Have a question, want to place a large order, or interested in catering? Send us a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
