SANTO TAMAL – Mexican
Tamal specialist serving Hialeah under the Santo name, spotlighted in the city's local press. The kitchen works the masa canon — tamales and the criollo comforts around them. It suits Hialeah tamal traditions, press-led pilgrims, and locals who take their masa as sacrament, exactly as the name suggests.
2390 W 76 ST STE 1, Hialeah, FL, 33016 +1-786-396-1490 https://hialeahlife.com/hialeah-spotlight-santo-tamal-restaurant/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at SANTO TAMAL
Halal at SANTO TAMAL
SANTO TAMAL in Hialeah has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cuban Coffee (Colada) and Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at SANTO TAMAL
SANTO TAMAL in Hialeah has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steak Sandwich (Pan con Bistec). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at SANTO TAMAL
SANTO TAMAL in Hialeah has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at SANTO TAMAL
SANTO TAMAL in Hialeah has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at SANTO TAMAL
SANTO TAMAL in Hialeah has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cuban Coffee (Colada) and Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at SANTO TAMAL
SANTO TAMAL in Hialeah has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cuban Coffee (Colada) and Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at SANTO TAMAL
SANTO TAMAL in Hialeah has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak and Eggs (Bistec a Caballo), Cuban Coffee (Colada) and Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at SANTO TAMAL
SANTO TAMAL in Hialeah has 2 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cuban Coffee (Colada) and Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at SANTO TAMAL
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Steak Sandwich (Pan con Bistec) | 0.2 g | 21.1 g |
| Steak and Eggs (Bistec a Caballo) | 16.2 g | 3.5 g |
| Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo) | 6.1 g | 0.4 g |
| Cuban Coffee (Colada) | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Signature Tamales
Our house specialty, elevating the humble tamal to a centerpiece.
- Tamal in the Leaf: Traditional Cuban tamal wrapped in a corn husk Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamal with Fried Pork Chunks and Avocado: Tamal topped with masa frita and fresh avocado Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Pork Tamal: Tamal served with traditional Cuban lechón asado Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
Traditional Cuban staples and hearty platters.
- Steak and Eggs (Bistec a Caballo): Steak topped with eggs, served with Cuban toast and coffee Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich (Pan con Bistec): Classic thinly sliced steak sandwich on Cuban bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Authentic Cuban drinks and fresh juices.
- Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo): Fresh-squeezed sugarcane juice Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cuban Coffee (Colada): High-octane traditional Cuban espresso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about SANTO TAMAL
- Is SANTO TAMAL halal-friendly?
- Yes. SANTO TAMAL has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cuban Coffee (Colada) and Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo).
- What can I eat at SANTO TAMAL on a halal diet?
- Cuban Coffee (Colada) and Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo) carry the halal tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does SANTO TAMAL have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Cuban Coffee (Colada) and Sugarcane Juice (Guarapo).
- What is the highest-protein dish at SANTO TAMAL?
- Steak Sandwich (Pan con Bistec), at roughly 21.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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