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Donaji

Oaxaca to San Francisco.

Chef and owner Isai Cuevas is a native of Zimatlán in the southwestern state of Oaxaca, Mexico. Moving to San Francisco in 2004, he’s worked in restaurants across the city for nearly two decades. After starting out as dishwasher, Isai quickly moved up to line cook at Kuletos, a busy Italian spot downtown; then a sous chef at Epic Steak, the luxurious steakhouse with a view of the Bay; and eventually taking over as executive chef at Liverpool Lils, the beloved local bar in Cow Hollow (now closed).

​ Isai returned to his roots with fresh masa, and he’s determined to make the best tamales in the Bay. He and his wife Alison Cook first launched Tamalitos in 2018, selling tamales at farmers’ markets. And they opened Donaji restaurant in the Mission in 2021, giving them a permanent home. Focusing on organic and local ingredients, he shapes the masa into tamales, sopes, enchiladas and more, some smothered in mole poblano. Donaji takes its name from Princess Donaji, the Zapotec princess who lost her head but became a legend of Oaxaca.

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Cochinita
Cochinita Pork Pint
Our Amazing Marinated and Slow Roasted Pork. Perfect for making Tacos, Quesadillas or Sandwitches.
$20.00
Tamales
2 Pork Achiote Tamales
2 Moist and Plump Tamales made from Organic Masa Harina, Olive oil Blend stuffed with Fresh Ingredients. All Tamales come with House Salsa, Pickled Cabbage and Pickled Onions Ingredients Masa Harina, Olive Oil, Grape seed Oil, Garlic, Salt Filling: Pork, Achiote Spice, Orange Pickled Cabbage: Apple Cider Vinegar, Salt, Oregano, Jalapeno House Salsa: Pasilla Peppers, Tomatillo, Onion, Garlic
$12.00
2 Chicken in Salsa Verde Tamales
2 Moist and Plump Tamales made from Organic Masa Harina, Olive oil Blend stuffed with Fresh Ingredients. All Tamales come with House Salsa, Pickled Cabbage and Pickled Onions. Ingredients Masa Harina, Olive Oil, Grape seed Oil, Garlic, Salt Filling : Mary's Chicken, Tomatillos, Cilantro, Jalapeno  Pickled Cabbage: Apple Cider Vinegar, Salt, Oregano, Jalapeno House Salsa: Pasilla Peppers, Tomatillo, Onion, Garlic
$12.00
2 Cheese and Poblano Tamales
2 Moist and Plump Tamales made from Organic Masa Harina, Olive oil Blend stuffed with Fresh Ingredients. All Tamales come with House Salsa, Pickled Cabbage and Pickled Onions.  Ingredients Masa Harina, Olive Oil, Grape seed Oil, Garlic, Salt Filling : Pepper Jack Cheese, Poblano Peppers Pickled Cabbage: Apple Cider Vinegar, Salt, Oregano, Jalapeno House Salsa: Pasilla Peppers, Tomatillo, Onion, Garlic Alergens: Milk
$12.00
2 Vegan Potato & Soyrizo Tamales
2 Moist and Plump Tamales made from Organic Masa Harina, Olive oil Blend stuffed with Fresh Ingredients. All Tamales come with House Salsa, Pickled Cabbage and Pickled Onions. Ingredients Masa Harina, Olive Oil, Grape seed Oil, Garlic, Salt Filling : Potato, Soyrizo, Tomato, Spices Pickled Cabbage: Apple Cider Vinegar, Salt, Oregano, Jalapeno House Salsa: Pasilla Peppers, Tomatillo, Onion, Garlic Allergens: Soybean
$12.00
Pozole
Pozole Rojo
Roasted Mary's Chicken simmered with Homini, Guajillo Broth, and topped with Pickled Cabbage and Radishes. Chips, Chili flakes, Oregano and Lime on the side. Up to 5 days in the fridge for best flavor. Can freeze up to 3 weeks.  Ingredients: Mary's Chicken, Homini, Radish  Guajillo Stock: Onions, Garlic, Carrots, Guajillo Peppers Pickled Cabbage: Cabbage, Carrots, Apple Cider Vinegar, Oregano, Jalapeno Fried Tortillas, Chili Flakes, Oregano, Lime
$10.00
Pozole Verde
Mexican Soup made with Mary's Chicken, Homini, Roasted Tomatillo Broth, Cilantro and all the toppings: Chips, Oregano, Chile Flakes, and Pickled Cabbage Ingredients: Mary's Chicken, Homini, Radish  Tomatillo Stock: Onions, Garlic, Carrots, Roasted Tomatillos Pickled Cabbage: Cabbage, Carrots, Apple Cider Vinegar, Oregano, Jalapeno Fried Tortillas, Chili Flakes, Oregano, Lime Shelf life: Up to 5 days in the fridge for best flavor. Can freeze up to 3 weeks.
$10.00
Add-ons
Beef Birria Pint
Make your own Beef Birria Tacos, Add some Beef to your Ramen, Quesdaillas or a Rice Bowl. Perfect for quick meals.

Pint only. Tortillas not included.
$22.00
Salsa Macha 8oz Jar
Salsa Macha is a savory, nutty, spicy Salsa to put on almost anything. Use within 2 weeks for best flavor. Ingredients: Peanuts, Sesame Seeds, Garilc, oil, Pasilla Peppers, Guajillo Peppers Allergens: Sesame
$10.00
Oaxaca Mole Negro (1 Pint)
Enjoy this Chocolaty, savory, spicy Mole on your enchiladas, chips, roasted or grilled Meats or Veggies. (Mild to Medium spice Level) Ingredients: Chocolate, Sesame Seeds, Peanuts, Almonds, Walnuts, Bananas, Biscuits, Chile Ancho, Chilhuacle Negro Chile, Pasilla Peppers, Oregano, Thyme, Clove, Allspice, Cinnamon, Tomato, Onion, Garlic, Soy Allergens: Tree Nuts, Sesame, Wheat, Soybean, Almonds, Walnuts
$16.00
Handmade Tortillas (6 Pack)
Home made 100% Corn Tortillas to make amazing Tacos and Enchiladas Ingredients: Masa Harina (Nixtamalized Corn) & Water Shelf Life: 5 days in the Refrigerator. Up to 3 weeks in the freezer.
$6.00
Spicy Pickled Vegetables (1 Pint)
Mexican Style Pickled Vegetables also known as Escabeche. Ingredients: Cauliflower, Carrots, Jalapeños, Onions, Thyme, Oregano, Apple Cider Vinegar Shelf Life: 3 Weeks in the Fridge
$10.00
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