15 Best Mexican Restaurants in West Des Moines

“Food was great and service was top notch!! A lot of places need training from these people!! Will definitely come again!“

“We have dined here so many times, I've lost count. Our favorites are the Chipotle fettuccine pasta, guacamole, salsa, flautas, the Las Alegres special, quesadillas, and of course, the margaritas 🍹. Small group or large, they can take care of your table without missing a beat. We will be back again and again!“

“Great service , food is amazing . a lot of flavor . Food and sauces made fresh and in house . You taste the difference and will eat well.“

“Every other Pancheros is trash, and then this one has the best burrito in Des Moines, and sadly yes… I’ve eaten at the food trucks, some good sit downs, but this tortilla is unbearable and the staff does an incredible job of rotating the product and keeping everything hot. It’d be an interesting competition to see a few of the food trucks have this tortilla, but they don’t. Fight me ;)“

“Great food and good sized portions! Got the birria omelette. Nice people. Will def be back!“

“An unexpectedly large number of my family & friends descended on this fine establishment after a Celebration of Life and everyone was taken care of in a very timely & professional manner! Everyone loved their food, beverages, & the service! THANK YOU for shining a light on what was a difficult day! 🙏“

“I regularly meet up with my friends here. The foods great and the kids enjoy it as well. Our server yesterday Julia was very kind and helpful!“

“The Chayo’s and their quesabirrila tacos are always at the top of my list when I was a delicious and quick meal. I stopped by there tonight and didn’t realize I left my wallet until they were so generous enough to come drop it off at my house. Great food and people!“

“Literally the best tacos in existence.“

“1st time there, food was incredible and the service was spot on, will definitely be coming back.“

“Great experience. Kind and happy staff. Fun birthday tradition. We love Monterrey!!“

“I was so surprised when I went there and that they actually had hot sauce that was spicy. It’s so hard to find a place that has really spicy salsa ☺️“

“Abelardo’s has the best food! Any time we go the food is consistently amazing. There are lots of things to try with portions being ample. The owners are an amazing family and their love for what they do shows in everything from food quality and taste to staff personality.“

“I have gone to this location many many times. The last two times I was a little let down by the flavor and preparation. For example the quesadilla, all the toppings were in the middle, the edge was 2 inches of plain tortilla all the way around the outside. Also the item I ordered wasn't made with the right ingredients. I will go back, but I need a slight break. The staff are friendly and helpful, maybe more so than other places. That helps.“

“Went to this location on Friday, 03/06/26. The service and Food here was outstanding! I ordered fish tacos and oles. Both were fantastic. I have been to other taco johns locations, but the courteous, friendly people at this location has everyone else beat. I will definitely return to this location in the future. Thanks!“