TAMALE'S INDUSTRY
3800 MERLE HAY RD STE 986, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Most recent inspection
- Date
- July 27, 2026
- Type
- Routine
- Result
- Not reported
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 0
- Jurisdiction
- Polk County (Des Moines)
- Source risk checklist count
- 0
- Good Retail Practices findings
- 0
Published report comment
Restaurant has closed, however owner has decided that he wants to use this location as a commissary for his food truck and farmers markets. No food prep during inspection. SCOPE OF BUSINESS: Menu items are tamales, burritos, quesadillas, tacos, enchiladas, and tortas. Facility approved to reopen for food preparation, storage, and warewashing. LIMITATIONS: Not approved for special processes.
Violations
No itemized violations are recorded for this inspection.
Source: Polk County (Des Moines) health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.