Tamale Boy Russell Menu

668 N Russell St, Portland, OR 97227
  • Munchies

    • Nacho Fries

      Crispy fries smothered in jack cheese cream sauce, black beans, your choice of tinga de pollo, carnitas, or chorizo, guacamole, and sliced pickled jalapeños. (Add Carne Asada or Pork Al Pastor $3) (Machete style, add 2 over easy $2)
      $13.99
    • Queso Fundido

      A mix of melted queso Oaxaca, Jack cheese, and poblano sauce. Topped with chorizo, grilled onions, poblano peppers, chile oil, and Mexican crema. Served with crispy tortilla chips.
      $10.99
    • Nachos (GF)

      Chips topped w/ jack cheese cream sauce, black beans, your choice of tinga de pollo, carnitas, or housemade chorizo, guacamole, and sliced pickled jalapeños . (Add Carne Asada or Pork Al Pastor $3)(Machete style, add 2 over easy eggs $2)
      $12.99
    • Chips And Salsa

      Freshly fried chips and your choice of our housemade salsas. Choose from salsa roja, salsa verde, salsa habanero, or pico de gallo.
      $7.99
    • Guacamole Y Chips Botana

      A Tamale Boy favorite. Made with dried chile oil, roasted sunflower, seeds, and pico de gallo. Served with freshly fried tortilla chips.
      $11.99
    • Guacamole, Salsa & Chips

      A Tamale Boy favorite. Made with dried chile oil, roasted sunflower, seeds, and pico de gallo. Served with freshly fried tortilla chips. Choose from Pico de Gallo, Salsa Roja, and Salsa Verde
      $13.99
  • Seasonal Specials

    • Caldo Del Mar

      Shrimp cooked in lime Juice made with chipotle en adobo, dried chile guajillo, dried chile de arbol, and garlic, then mixed with red onion, tomato, cucumber, serrano pepper, and cilantro.
      $18.99
    • Carne En Su Jugo

      Carne asada cooked in pinto beans, green tomatillo sauce, and bacon. Topped with diced radishes, onion, cilantro. Garnished with epazote herb, fried scallions, fried jalapeño and served with corn tortillas.
      $14.99
    • Torta Especial

      Telera bread, spread with refried pork beans, then stuffed with chorizo, sliced ham, chicken frank, tomato, red onion, avocado, shredded lettuce, and jack cheese. Served with pickled vegetable escabeche.
      $14.99
    • Sope A La Mexicana (GF)

      Thick corn green masa tortilla made with spinach, cilantro, jalapeño. Topped with diced carne asada (cooked with diced onion, tomato, jalapeño and cilantro), shredded lettuce, Mexican crema, crumbled queso fresco and chili oil.
      $14.99
    • Enchiladas Al Chipotle (GF)

      Corn tortillas filled with chorizo and potatoes, smothered in a creamy chipotle sauce made with chicken stock, chipotle in adobo, garlic, onion and corn starch. Topped with crumbled queso fresco, sliced lettuce, red onion, and crema Mexicana.
      $14.99
    • Birria De Res Con Taquitos

      Chunks of slow cooked beef chuck with Guajillo chile puree, bay leaves, and spices in its consume/broth. Served with birria filled crispy taquitos. Garnished with sliced cabbage mix, diced onion, cilantro, lime wedges, and chili oil.
      $16.99
    • Tostadas Colima

      Three Crispy corn tortillas topped with ground pork and beef cooked with tomato, tomatillo, garlic, and spices. Topped with cabbage mix, queso fresco, sliced avocado, and radish. Served with beef and pork consume/broth.
      $15.99
    • Pozole Blanco

      Colima's pork and hominy soup! Chunks of pork and hominy in a clear and rich pork broth cooked with garlic and spices. Topped with cabbage mix, diced red onion, and garnished with sliced avocado, radishes, lime wedge, tostadas and a unique hot sauce on the side.
      $16.99
  • Tamales

    • Norteno Chile Verde

      Pork cooked in a green tomatillo sauce. Traditional Northern Mexican preparation. Made with fluffy yellow corn masa. Steamed in a corn husk.
      $6.79
    • Tamale Frito Chile Verde

      Crispy PORK Norteño tamale served with frijoles negros and topped with salsa de aguacate, queso fresco, pickled onions, Mexican crema, and cilantro. Served with two over-easy eggs.
      $12.99
    • Oaxaqueno Vegetales

      Gluten free and vegan. traditional oaxacan preparation. creamy, twice cooked white corn masa filled with freshly prepared meats and vegetables. steamed in a banana leaf. sautéed carrot, onion, spinach and zucchini.
      $6.79
  • Classics

    • Burrito Encuerado

      A burrito without the tortilla your choice of tinga de pollo (shredded chicken), carnitas (pork), coliflor y papa al pastor or spinach and mushroom mix. served with rice, black beans and pico de gallo. topped with guacamole and kale mix.
      $12.99
    • Kids Corn Quesadilla

      Three corn tortillas filled with melted Jack cheese. Topped with crema and queso fresco.
      $5.00
    • Bruselas Toreadas

      Gluten-free. crispy brussels sprouts sauteed in olive oil, worcestershire and dried chiles. topped with corn and queso cotija, drizzled with caper aioli and chile oil.
      $12.99
    • Sikil Pak (GF) (V)

      Vegan, gluten-free. fried cauliflower served atop sikil pak, a pumpkin seed dip that’s a specialty of the state of yucatán. topped with marinated jicama and sunflower seeds.
      $12.99
    • Burrito Del Mar

      Large flour tortilla wrapped and filled with shrimp, rice, black beans, and pico de gallo and topped with a white wine cream sauce, chopped cilantro, crumbled queso fresco, chile oil, and avocado slices.
      $16.99
    • Tacos

      Three sisters organic tortillas filled with your choice of filling.
      $4.59
    • Kids Bean & Cheese Burrito

      Large flour tortilla filled with black beans and Jack cheese.\nAdd rice: No charge
      $6.00
    • Quesadilla

      Large flour tortilla filled with melted Jack cheese and your choice of tinga de pollo, carnitas, coliflor y papa al pastor, or spinach and mushroom mix.
      $11.99
    • Kids Flour Quesadilla

      Flour tortilla filled with melted Jack cheese. Topped with crema and queso fresco.
      $5.00
    • Burrito

      Large flour tortilla filled with rice, black beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and your choice of one of the following: Tinga de pollo, carnitas, coliflor y papa al pastor, or spinach and mushroom mix.
      $12.99
  • Sides

    • 12" Flour Tortilla

      A single 12" flour tortilla, typically soft and pliable.
    • Side Of Crema (3oz)

      House-made Mexican crema, smooth and mildly tangy, ideal for enhancing your favorite dishes.
      $2.59
    • Side De Salsa

      Blended tomatoes, onions, and spices, creating a smooth and flavorful dip.
      $4.99
    • Side De Corn Tortillas (4ea)

      Crispy, golden corn tortilla chips, perfect for dipping or enjoying on their own.
      $1.69
    • Side Of Pickled Onions (8oz)

      Onions pickled in lime juice, rice vinegar, sugar, and dried oregano.
      $5.99
    • Side Of Chips

      Crispy corn tortilla chips seasoned with a touch of salt.
      $3.99
    • Side Of Cheese (3oz)

      Shredded monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend.
      $1.79
    • Side De Frijoles Puercos (GF)

      Native to Sinaloa, these refried beans are cooked with bacon, chorizo, onion, and chipotle.
      $3.59
    • Side De Arroz Mexicano

      Gluten free and vegan. mexican rice cooked with onion, garlic, and tomato.
      $3.59
    • Side De Frijoles Negros

      Gluten free and vegan. whole black beans simmered with garlic and epazote.
      $3.59
    • Side Of Jalapeños

      Pickled jalapeños, typically jarred, offering a tangy and spicy kick to complement your meal.
      $2.29
    • Side De Esquites (GF)

      Corn roasted with chipotle, onion, and epazote.
      $3.59
    • 10" Flour Tortilla

      One 10" flour tortilla, typically used for wraps and burritos.
    • Side Of Fries

      Crispy fries typically seasoned with salt.
      $5.29
    • Side Of Pico De Gallo

      Freshly chopped tomato, onion, cilantro mix - the perfect zesty side.
      $4.99
  • Brunch

    • Chilaquiles

      Gluten-free. crispy tortillas sautéed with your choice of mole sauce, salsa roja, or salsa verde. served with two over easy eggs. topped with pickled and chopped onions, queso fresco, crema, and cilantro.
      $12.99
    • Breakfast Burrito

      Large flour tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, potatoes, pico de gallo, and jack cheese. choose from vegetarian , bacon, or housemade chorizo.
      $13.99
  • Provisions (Itacate)

    • Salsa Habanero - Pint (GF)

      Habanero, tomato, red pepper, and spices.
      $9.99
    • Tinga De Pollo - Pint (GF)

      A La Carte filling choices for tacos, burritos or to eat on its own. Natural shredded chicken cooked with onion, garlic, and chipotle in
      $19.00
    • Escabeche - Pint (GF)

      Pickled carrots, cauliflower, onion, garlic, serrano pepper, and cilantro in olive oil.
      $9.00
    • Del Mar Sauce - Pint

      Garlic, wine, butter, scallops, shrimp, and pico de gallo.
      $14.99
    • Corn Tortillas (12ea)

      Handmade corn tortillas, typically crafted from masa harina, perfect for tacos or quesadillas.
      $4.99
    • Pickled Onions - Pint (GF)

      Onions pickled in lime juice, rice vinegar, sugar, and dried oregano.
      $11.99
    • Mole Sauce - Pint

      A rich blend of toasted chiles, cocoa, almonds, onions, garlic, and bread.
      $14.99
    • Medium Tortilla Chips

      Crispy, golden tortilla chips, lightly seasoned for a satisfying crunch.
      $20.00
    • Frijoles Negros - Pint (GF)

      Whole black beans simmered with garlic and epazote.\n
      $8.00
    • Sour Cream - Half Pint (GF)

      Smooth and creamy sour cream, perfect for pairing with your favorite Mexican dishes. Half pint serving, gluten-free.
      $4.79
    • Pico De Gallo - Pint (GF)

      Chopped tomato, onion, and cilantro with a touch of lime.
      $9.99
    • Frijoles Puercos - Pint (GF)

      Native to Sinaloa, these refried beans are cooked with bacon, chorizo, onion, and chipotle.
      $9.00
    • Salsa Roja - Pint (GF)

      Roasted red dried chiles, red peppers, tomato, and garlic.
      $9.99
    • Salsa Verde - Pint (GF)

      Habanero, tomato, red pepper, and spices.
      $9.99
    • Cauliflower And Potato - Pint (GF) (V)

      A La Carte filling choices for tacos, burritos or to eat on its own. Cauliflower and potato marinated in our housemade al pastor sauce.
      $9.00
    • Carnitas - Pint (GF)

      A La Carte filling choices for tacos, burritos or to eat on its own. Natural slow braised pulled pork.
      $19.00
    • Guacamole - Pint (GF)

      Tamale Boy favorite. Made with dried chile oil, roasted sunflower seed, and pico de gallo.
      $19.99
    • Arroz Mexicano - Quart (GF)

      Mexican rice cooked with onion, garlic, and tomato.
      $7.00
    • Esquites - Pint (GF)

      Corn roasted with chipotle, onion, and epazote.
      $8.00
  • Desserts

    • Platanos Fritos

      Sweet fried plantains topped with condensed milk
      $6.99
    • Churros

      Classic mexican fritter encrusted with cinnamon and sugar. contains ice cream on top
      $7.99
  • Non Alcoholic Beverages

    • Bottled Water

      Pure and refreshing bottled water.
      $1.99
    • Mineragua

      Sparkling Water
      $3.99
    • Jarritos MANDARIN

      Refreshing and authentic mandarin-flavored Mexican soda
      $3.99
    • Mexican Coke

      The same great taste made with only pure cane sugar and served in a bottle.
      $3.99
    • Diet Coke

      A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
      $1.99
    • Jarritos Strawberry

      Mexican strawberry soda made with cane sugar. Typically served in a glass bottle.
      $3.99
    • Horchata

      contains condensed milk and evaporated milk
      $4.99
    • Kombucha

      Love or clear mind
      $3.50
    • JARRITOS PINEAPPLE

      Refreshing pineapple soda from Jarritos brand, a Mexican classic.
      $3.99
    • Café Luna

      A refreshing mix of Water Avenue cold brew coffee and housemade horchata. Served over ice.
      $4.99
    • Jarritos LIME

      A refreshing lime-flavored soda with a vibrant citrus taste.
      $3.99
    • Agua De Jamaica

      Hibiscus tea
      $4.99
  • Happy Hour

    • Nachos HP

      Crispy tortilla chips topped with choice of protein including Al Pastor, Carne Asada, Carnitas, vegetables, and more.
      $9.99
  • Gift Cards

    • $20 Gift Card

      A reloadable $20 gift card, ideal for personal use or as a gift. Can also be purchased digitally at torotaco.ca.
      $20.00
    • $15 Gift Card

      A reloadable card ideal for personal use or gifting. Obtainable in-store or as a digital card online at torotaco.ca.
      $15.00
    • $10 Gift Card

      A reloadable $10 gift card, ideal for gifting or personal use. Card must be activated by the cashier.
      $10.00
    • $100 Gift Card

      Redeemable at our restaurant, this card can be used for any purchase. Card has no value until activated by cashier.
      $100.00
    • $50 Gift Card

      A reloadable $50 gift card, ideal for personal use or as a gift. Can also be purchased as a digital card online at torotaco.ca.
      $50.00
    • $5 Gift Card

      A reloadable card ideal for any occasion. Available for purchase in-store or online at torotaco.ca.
      $5.00
  • Truck Vending

    • Mexican Coke

      The same great taste made with only pure cane sugar and served in a bottle.
      $3.99
    • Side Of Esquites

      Corn roasted with chipotle, onion and epazote. served in a cup.
      $3.49
    • Side Of Arroz

      Whole black beans simmered with garlic and epazote.
      $3.49
    • Bottled Water

      Pure and refreshing bottled water.
      $1.99
    • Diet Coke

      A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
      $1.99
    • SIde De Frijoles Puercos

      Gluten free and vegan. native to sinaloa, these refried beans are cooked with bacon, chorizo, onion, and chipotle.
      $3.49

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