Little Colombia – La Tamalería Colombiana
Authentic Colombian Flavor in the USA LITTLE COLOMBIA

Fonda · Bar · Restaurant — a little piece of Colombia in the USA

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Gastronomic Passport

The Taste
of Home
in Every Dish

Travel through Colombia with our cuisine. From tamales and arepas to sancochos and desserts — every dish is a memory full of Creole tradition.

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GameZone

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Pure fun with Colombian flavor. Our game zones are the perfect place to celebrate, compete, and enjoy time with family.

New York — Ranódromo

A spacious recreation area for celebrations and corporate events.

New Jersey — La Bolirana

The most fun Colombian game in a cozy, festive atmosphere.

Our Story

A Story
of Flavor

Little Colombia by La Tamalería Colombiana was born from the dream and hard work of Alejandro Martin, a Colombian entrepreneur who started selling tamales in 2016 on 82nd Street in Roosevelt Avenue, Queens, New York.

During the COVID-19 pandemic we grew rapidly. In 2021 we opened our first restaurant and became one of the most recognized in New York, New Jersey, and the Tri-State area.

Today we are Little Colombia — a place to live an authentically Colombian experience: gastronomy, music, tradition, and games like la rana.

Our goal: to offer the true taste of Colombia and proudly represent our culture in New York and the whole Tri-State area.

Articles & Recipes

Our Blog

Culture, recipes, and everything that makes Colombia special

Little Colombia restaurant Culture
July 2026
Little Colombia: The Colombian Restaurant in New York That Wins Over Locals and Tourists
From Roosevelt Avenue to becoming the most recognized Colombian restaurant in New York — discover why thousands of people choose Little Colombia every week.
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Colombian lechona Gastronomy
July 2026
Colombian Lechona: The Queen of Celebrations Now in New York and New Jersey
Pork stuffed with rice, peas, and spices, slow-cooked until crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. That's lechona — and at Little Colombia we prepare it just like in Tolima.
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Bolirana GameZone Fun
July 2026
La Bolirana: The Colombian Game That Won Over New Jersey at Little Colombia
Precision, laughter, and friendly competition — la Bolirana, one of Colombia's most beloved games, now has its own space at our New Jersey location.
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Little Colombia tamalería Culture
August 2026
Inside Little Colombia's Tamalería: The Tradition Behind Every Wrapped Leaf
Step inside our tamalería and discover why every Colombian tamale we wrap carries decades of tradition, patience, and pure heart.
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Best tamales in the United States Recognition
August 2026
Why Little Colombia Was Named One of the Best Tamales in the United States
From a street cart on Roosevelt Avenue to national recognition — here's the story behind the best tamales in the United States.
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Colombian lechonería Gastronomy
August 2026
Lechonería: Why This Colombian Roast Pork Tradition Is Winning Over New York
Crispy skin, tender meat, and a rice-and-pea filling packed with flavor — discover why lechonería is becoming a must-try experience in New York.
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La Tamalería Colombiana Brand
September 2026
La Tamalería Colombiana: A Tradition That Lives On Inside Little Colombia
La Tamalería Colombiana and Little Colombia — same essence, two names. Here's the story behind our brand and our restaurants.
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Alejandro Martín story Story
September 2026
From Learning English to Building a Colombian Food Empire: Alejandro Martín's Story
He left Colombia to learn English and become a better businessman. He never expected a single tamal would change everything.
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Forbes feature Recognition
September 2026
As Featured in Forbes: The $2 Million Tamale Business Built From a Street Cart
From a street cart to a company generating over $2 million a year — the story behind our Forbes recognition.
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Alejandro Martín work ethic Story
September 2026
Before the Tamales: The Work Ethic That Shaped Alejandro Martín's American Dream
Long before the tamales, a 17-year-old selling TVs to pay for college was learning the discipline that would define everything after.
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Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

★★★★★

★★★★★

"Excellent service and seasoning, they definitely have the original Colombian flavor."

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Camilo Román
New York, NY
★★★★★

"Delicious food and undoubtedly the best service. Little Colombia in the USA. 100% recommended."

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Andrés Felipe Marín
New Jersey, NJ
★★★★★

"From the moment we arrived they made us feel comfortable. Everything arrived on time. We highly recommend it."

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Maria E. Sosa Chong
New York, NY
★★★★★

"Excellent food, authentic Colombian flavor. The place is very clean, exceptional service."

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Vero Portela
New Jersey, NJ
★★★★★

"The tamales taste exactly like in Colombia. They made me feel right at home."

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Luis Carlos Pérez
New York, NY
★★★★★

"Excellent service and seasoning, they definitely have the original Colombian flavor."

CR
Camilo Román
New York, NY
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