
Family-owned, counter-service Mexican nook with outdoor seating preparing housemade tamales & sides.
Hours
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1155 W State Rte 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336
Phone: (928) 202-9296
Website: http://www.sedonatamaliza.com/
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Reviews
The burritos were delicious and nicely portioned. The mole can be packed and sold; perfectly balanced the flavors and had the depth that comes from painstakingly nursing a family recipe.
A bit pricey but that’s Sedona for you. Great indoor and outdoor seating options.
Fast and friendly service.
A great view!
Unfortunately the day I went they didn’t have any of the beef and onion tamale so we had to instead get two different kinds of chicken. One with mole and one with green sauce. The dishes were tasty, although not many spices evident other than salt) and a lot of food. I liked the mole more than the green sauce version.
If I went back I would get the tamales alone instead of the platter style because the big pile of raw spinach on top doesn’t seem to work.
We thought we knew what good tamales tasted like — but wow, Tamaliza completely changed the game! These are hands down the best tamales we’ve ever had. Most of the time, tamales can be a little dense, but at Tamaliza, they’re light, fluffy, and absolutely delicious. You can taste the love and authenticity in every bite.
We ordered the Chicken Tamales and Chilaquiles, and both were incredible. The tamales were perfectly steamed, filled with tender, flavorful chicken, and topped with the right amount of sauce. The chilaquiles were fresh and full of flavor — comforting, colorful, and satisfying.
The restaurant itself has such a warm, welcoming vibe — colorful décor, friendly service, and food that feels homemade in the best way possible.
If you’re in Sedona, do yourself a favor and stop here. Tamaliza is a true gem — simple, authentic, and absolutely delicious.
This food is made with love and care and you taste it in every bite. The chicken mole is incredible and maybe the best mole I’ve ever had. The beans and rice were also excellent. The tamale was perfectly seasoned and the texture of the masa was excellent. We loved the fresh ingredients on top also. Chips and salsa were also delicious. The horchata and tepache drinks were excellent.
Everything here is homemade and the prices are fair in reflection of that. The portions are generous and they do a great job of explaining all the options on the menu.
It was so refreshing to find a place like this in Sedona, where the scenery is excellent but the food scene is really not. Thank you, Tamaliza!
Seating is somewhat limited but there was plenty of room on our visit. The restaurant was busy but not crowded. You order at a counter and pay before you receive your food which makes tipping seem pointless, but they ask you to do so anyway.
Portions here are very small for a Mexican restaurant and I think I ate the rice and beans that came with my burrito in about five bites. The burrito itself differentiates itself from most typical fare by including queso fresco and spinach which was a nice change.
My wife had a tamale which she said was very nice but also a bit small. She had a hibiscus tea with it which she liked, although it was pretty pricey at $7. The kids both had burritos, one chicken and one shredded beef. They both were happy with them but said it wasn’t as good as the one we had the day before. I thought it was a nice change from the typical Mexican food you normally get everywhere but the portion was pretty small for $22 and it was cold in the center. I know this is Sedona and they like to fleece the tourists but lunch for four for $105 is pretty egregious.
Anyway, the food tasted good and the outdoor seating had a nice view, but I’d like a bit more value for money and I’d like to get my food before anyone asks me for a tip.