Dona Maria's Tamale Shop Las Vegas

Very difficult to find a legit authentic Mexican restaurant in Vegas. There’s many sure, but not many that actually hit the spot as far as taste, culture, atmosphere, environment, and homemade. This mom and pop location has a historical story which is already a given that it has succeeded for any years for a reason. I went in around 1:30pm, it was faily busy. The menu is great, although I went for the Carne Asada which came with rice and beans as it traditionally always does. The portions are big which I loved! Big plates, to always make sure you get nice and full is always a must for any legit Mexican restaurant. The seasoning and temp of the Carne Asada was A+. The rice and beans were also nice and hit, literally straight off the kitchen. You have to try their Red Salsa that thing was delicious. Not to spicy and not to mild, in my personal opinion, a salsa is all about taste with a little kick. Not fire burning tongue melting like most other places tend to do. This one here was spot on 👌🏼 i had an orchata to drink, free refills and that was well made as well. This is a nice little hole in the wall location, deep in the middle of busy Arts District, visually recognizable by the all yellow structure. Nice big parking in the back too. No parking on the street or paid parking which his amazing. Definitely a gem in Vegas