Tamale Boy Dekum Menu
Welcome to Tamale Boy Dekum, an inviting eatery at 1764 NE Dekum St in Portland, where flavors and fun converge. This beloved spot is renowned for its exceptional Mexican cuisine, particularly its tamales, which customers rave about as some of the best in PDX. The atmosphere is comfy and casual, featuring a heated patio that makes dining enjoyable year-round.
- Must-Try Dishes: Indulge in the "Mexican lasagna" brunch special or the uniquely crafted corn dawg during special events like Weiner Week.
- Signature Flavors: Guests praise the moist, flavorful tamales that redefine expectations, making them worth the journey.
- Family-Friendly: The dog-friendly outdoor seating is perfect for families or casual gatherings.
With large portions and vibrant flavors, Tamale Boy Dekum is a delightful destination for anyone craving authentic Mexican fare.
Provisions (Itecate)
Salsa Verde - Pint (GF) (V)
Green tomatillos, onion, garlic, jalapenos, and cilantro.
Frijoles Negros - Pint (GF) (V)
Whole black beans simmered with garlic and epazote.
Mole Sauce - Pint
Carnitas - Pint (GF)
A la carte filling choices for tacos, burritos or to eat on its own. natural slow braised pulled pork.
Esquites - Pint (GF) (V)
Corn roasted with chipotle, onion, and epazote.
Pickled Onions- Pint (GF) (V)
Onions pickled in lime juice, rice vinegar, sugar, and dried oregano.
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
Del Mar Sauce - Pint
Pico De Gallo - Pint (GF) (V)
Chopped tomato, onion, and cilantro with a touch of lime.
Corn Tortillas (12ea)
Frijoles Puercos - Pint (GF)
Native to sinaloa, these refried beans are cooked with bacon, chorizo, onion, and chipotle.
Guacamole - Pint (GF) (V)
A tamale boy favorite. made with dried chile oil, roasted sunflower seed, and pico de gallo.
Sour Cream - Half Pint
Don Froylan Mexican Crema
Coliflor Y Al Pastor - 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.
Medium Tortilla Chips
Arroz Mexicano - Quart (GF) (V)
Mexican rice cooked with onion, garlic, and tomato.
Salsa Roja - Pint (GF) (V)
Roasted red dried chiles, red peppers, tomato, and garlic.
Small Tortilla Chips
Kids Nacho Fries
Crispy fries topped with our nacho cheese, black beans and pico de gallo. (add protein 2)
Kids Flour Quesadilla
Flour tortilla filled with melted Jack cheese.
Kids Bean & Cheese Burrito
10" flour tortilla filled with black beans and Jack cheese. Add rice: No charge
Kids Nachos
Crispy chips topped with our nacho cheese, black beans and pico de gallo. (add protein 2)
Kids Enchiladas
Two cheese filled cheese enchiladas topped with our seasonal sauce, served with rice and refried pork beans. (add protein 2)
Kids Papas Fritas
French Fries served with ketchup.
Kids Menu
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Bruselas Fritas (GF) (V)
Gluten-free, vegan. crispy brussels sprouts and roasted sunflower seeds, sauteed in a mango habanero vinaigrette and topped with chile oil, chopped mango, and crispy tortilla strips.
Burrito.
Filled with rice, black beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and your choice of one of the following: tinga de pollo, carnitas, potato and cauliflower al pastor or spinach and mushroom mix. (substitute al pastor or carne asada 3)
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.
Burrito Encuerado - Bowl (GF)
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.
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 yucatan. topped with marinated jicama and sunflower seeds.
Quesadilla
Large flour tortilla filled with melted jack cheese and your choice of tinga de pollo, carnitas, potato and cauliflower al pastor, or spinach and mushroom mix. (substitute al pastor or carne asada. 3)
Tacos
Gluten-free. four-inch three sisters organic corn tortillas filled with your choice of tinga de pollo, carnitas, coliflor y papa al pastor or spinach and mushroom mix.
Classics
Espresso Bar
Mocha
Tostado coffee
Latte
Tostado coffee
Hot Chocolate
12 oz
Iced Coffee
16 oz cup
Cappuccino
12 oz
Enfrijoladas (GF)
Four queso fresco filled enchiladas topped w/ black bean paste. topped w/ crumbled queso fresco, mexican crema, white onion, and over easy egg. garnished w/ stringed beets, jicama, and cucumber.
Huevos Rancheros (GF)
Corn tortilla layered with three over easy eggs and covered with housemade ranchero sauce, carne asada, and chorizo. topped with pickled and chopped onions, queso fresco, crema, avocado salsa, and cilantro.
Entomatadas (GF)
Four queso fresco filled enchiladas topped w/ our tomato sauce made of garlic, onion and parsley. topped w/ queso fresco, crema, white onion, and over easy egg. garnished with shredded lettuce and carrot. (add chorizo or carne asada 3)
Breakfast Burrito
Large flour tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, potatoes, pico de gallo, and jack cheese. choose from vegetarian , bacon, or housemade chorizo.
Pan Mexicano
Tradicional Mexican Bread
Pastel Azteca (GF)
This dish is the country’s answer to lasagna. three layers of corn tortillas w/ refried beans and your choice of tinga de pollo or carnitas, topped with 2 over easy eggs and covered w/ ranchera salsa, crema, pico de gallo, and queso fresco.
Chilaquiles (GF)
Crispy tortillas sauteed with your choice of mole sauce, salsa roja or salsa verde. served with two over easy eggs. topped with pickled and onions, queso fresco, crema, and cilantro. add protein 2 (substitute al pastor or carne asada 3)
Brunch
Desserts
Churros
Classic mexican fritter encrusted with cinnamon and sugar. contains ice cream on top
Fried Platains
Paletas
Housemade. selection of flavors.
Side Of Jalapenos
12" Flour Tortilla
Side Of Pickled Onions (8oz)
Onions pickled in lime juice, rice vinegar, sugar, and dried oregano.
Side Of Corn Tortillas (4ea)
Locally made torillas
Side Of Arroz Mexicano (GF) (V)
Mexican rice cooked with onion, garlic, and tomato.
Side Of Salsa (8oz)
Side Of Guacamole (GF) (V)
Made with dried Chile oil. roasted sunflower seeds and Pico De Gallo.
Side Of Frijoles Puercos (GF)
Native to Sinaloa, these refried beans are cooked with bacon, chorizo, onion, and chipotle.
Side Of Avocado Salsa
2 Over Easy Eggs
10" Flour Tortilla
Side Of Queso Fresco
Side De Aguacate
Half of an avocado
Side Of Chips
Side Of Frijoles Negros (GF, V)
Whole black beans simmered with garlic and epazote.
Side Of Esquites (GF, V)
Corn roasted with chipotle, onion, and epazote.
Side Of Sour Cream (3oz)
Don froylan mexican crema
Sides
Non Alcoholic Beverages
Coffee
Kambucha
Love or clear mind
Virgin Margarita
Sidral (Mundet)
Apple soda
Jarritos Tamarindo
Cafe Olla
Water avenue coffee brewed with orange zest, cloves, cinnamon, anise, and brown sugar. served hot or cold.
Jarritos Lime
Jarritos Pineapple
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Squirt
Agua De Jamaica
Hibiscus tea
Water Bottle
Mexican Coke
The same great taste made with only pure cane sugar and served in a bottle.
Ice Tea
Chips Y Salsa (GF) (V)
Freshly fried chips and your choice of salsa roja or pico de gallo.
Guacamole Y Chips (GF) (V)
A Tamale Boy favorite. Made with dried chile oil and roasted sunflower seeds. Served with freshly fried tortilla chips.
Guacamole, Salsa And Chips (GF) (V)
Freshly fried chips and guacamole with salsa roja or pico de gallo.
Queso Fundido (GF)
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.
Nachos (GF)
Crispy tortilla chips topped with jack cheese cream sauce, black beans, your choice of tinga de pollo or carnitas, guacamole, and sliced pickled jalapenos . (Add Carne Asada or Pork Al Pastor 3)(Machete style, add 2 over easy eggs 2)*
Appetizers
Tamales
Norteno Tinga De Pollo (GF)
Gluten free. traditional northern mexican preparation. made with fluffy yellow corn masa and filled with freshly prepared meats and vegetables. chicken cooked with onion, garlic, and chipotle in adobo.
Amarillo (GF)
Shredded beef cooked in our housemade mole amarillo. steamed in a banana leaf.
Tamales Norteno (Half Dozen)
Mix and match your favorite fillings. served ready to eat. please allow 1.5 hr to make
Tamales Nortenos (Dozen)
Mix and match your favorite fillings. served ready to eat. please allow 1.5 hr to make
Tamale Frito Tinga De Pollo (GF)
Choose one of our three norteno tamales. crispy norteno tamale served with frijoles negros and topped with salsa de aguacate, queso fresco, pickled onions, crema, and cilantro. served with two over easy eggs.
Norteno Rajas (VEG) (GF)
Gluten free. traditional northern mexican preparation. made with fluffy yellow corn masa and filled with freshly prepared meats and vegetables. steamed in a corn husk. roasted pasilla peppers, onion, corn, and queso asadero.
Oaxaqueno Cochinita Pibil (GF)
Gluten free. traditional oaxacan preparation. creamy, twice cooked white corn masa filled with freshly prepared meats and vegetables. steamed in a banana leaf. specialty of the state of yucatan. slow roasted pork in citrus juices, achiote, and a variety of spices.
Oaxaqueno Mole Negro
Gluten free. traditional oaxacan preparation. creamy, twice cooked white corn masa filled with freshly prepared meats and vegetables. steamed in a banana leaf. chicken cooked with traditional black mole.(contains peanuts)
Norteno Chile Verde
Gluten free. traditional northern mexican preparation. made with fluffy yellow corn masa and filled with freshly prepared meats and vegetables. pork cooked in a green tomatillo sauce
Tamales Oaxaquenos (Dozen)
Mix and match your favorite fillings. served ready to eat. please allow 1.5 hr to make
Tamale Frito Chile Verde (GF)
Choose one of our three norteno tamales. crispy norteno tamale served with frijoles negros and topped with salsa de aguacate, queso fresco, pickled onions, crema, and cilantro. served with two over easy eggs.
Tamale Frito Rajas (GF)
Choose one of our three norteno tamales. crispy norteno tamale served with frijoles negros and topped with salsa de aguacate, queso fresco, pickled onions, crema, and cilantro. served with two over easy eggs.
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. sauteed carrot, onion, spinach and zucchini.
Tamale Oaxaqueno (Half Dozen)
Mix and match your favorite fillings. served ready to eat. please allow 1.5 hr to make