On Broadway Road in Mesa, a tiny bakeshop draws lines with the aroma of masa and fresh bread. Panadería y Carnicería La Estrella keeps ovens humming from 5 AM to 9 PM, and locals swear the tamales here taste like home.
You will find pan dulce, conchas, bolillos, and champurrado that make early mornings feel special. Come hungry, bring cash for extras, and expect friendly service that moves fast.
Red Chile Pork Tamales
If you come for one thing, make it the red chile pork tamales. The masa is soft, savory, and not too thick, so every bite lands with chile heat and juicy pork.
Unwrap the husk and you will catch that peppery aroma that fills the whole shop…