Martinez Barbacoa Y Tamales keeps its menu narrow and its focus tight: barbacoa and tamales, done the way the name promises. Sitting at the budget end of the price scale in Midtown, it's built a following among customers who point to fresh ingredients, consistent service, and portions that make sense for feeding a family without overspending.
It has the profile of a genuine neighborhood fixture — diners from outside the immediate area have made a habit of driving in for it, and the word most often used to describe it is authentic.
It has the profile of a genuine neighborhood fixture — diners from outside the immediate area have made a habit of driving in for it, and the word most often used to describe it is authentic.