18 Best Mexican Restaurants in West Des Moines

Don't miss West Des Moines' top Mexican restaurants, as recommended by Restaurantji.

El Toreado Restaurant Bar & Grill | Mexican Mexican • $
3751 EP True Parkway, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Carne an Chicken Fajitas
Quesadilla Rice and Beans
Burrito Bowl with Chicken
Grilled Shrimp Ceviche
A La Cucaracha Shrimp
El Pastor Taco Plate
Quesadilla Fajitas
Caldo De Mariscos
Molcajete Marinero
Garden Quesadilla

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

4.7 Superb291 Reviews
Los Alegres Sabor Mexicano Mexican • $
8950 University Avenue, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Salsa
Tres Leches Cake
Green Salsa
Cheese Dip
Quesabirria
Guacamole
Torta
House

“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!“

4.7 Superb87 Reviews
QDOBA Mexican Eats Mexican • $
6305 Mills Civic Parkway Bldg 4200, West Des Moines

“I have to give a huge shoutout to QDOBA for some truly exceptional customer service!

I recently had an incredible experience with a catering order, and I’ve also consistently had wonderful experiences in person at both Des Moines locations. I have been genuinely blown away by how helpful, kind, accommodating, and happy to serve every team member has been.

Great customer service like this doesn’t happen by accident. Hats off to QDOBA, because you must be doing something right when it comes to your management strategy, company culture, and the way you support your teams. It shows in the way your employees interact with customers and in the genuine care they put into providing a great experience.

In a time when exceptional customer service can feel harder and harder to find, it deserves to be recognized when a company gets it this right. Thank you to the QDOBA teams in Des Moines for making every interaction such a positive one. You’ve absolutely earned a loyal customer!“

4.7 Superb75 Reviews
Fiesta Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
2025 Grand Ave, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Steak Chicken and Shrimp
Steak Chimichanga Dinner
Chips \u0026 Salsa
California Burrito
Two Tacos & a Side
Chips and Salsa
Carnitas Tacos
Fiesta Fajita
Burrito Bowl
Shrimp Tacos

“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! 🙏“

4.5 Superb297 Reviews
Faustinos Breakfast & Tacos Mexican • $
2800 University Ave Ste 400, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Al Pastor Taco

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

4.7 Superb69 Reviews
Pancheros Mexican Grill - West Des Moines Mexican • $
165 South Jordan Creek Parkway Ste 115, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Steak Burrito with Chips and Queso
Combo Steak and Chicken Burrito
Side of Cilantro Lime Rice
Large Roasted Corn Salsa
Chicken Bowl Salad
Grilled Veggies
Small Guacamole
Chips and Guac
Burrito Bowl
Large Queso

“The cleanest and most well kept pancheros in this part of Iowa! I will not eat at any other one. I never have to worry about how long the food has been sitting or if they there’s food from other containers spilling into the others. The staff of this location are very friendly and know what they are doing.“

4.5 Superb254 Reviews
El Rey Burritos Mexican • $
1310 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Mango Salsa Extreme Goodness
El Rey Burrito Carne Asada
Chips and Salsa with Caso
One Sope \u0026 One Taco
Camarones Al Mojo de Ajo
Rey Rey Burrito Supreme
Carne A la Tampiqueña
Rey Rey Super Burrito
Tacos De Carne Asada
One Sope & One Taco

“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.“

4.6 Superb174 Reviews
El Fogon Mexican • $
1250 8th Street, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Shredded Beef Chimichanga Dinner
Street Corn with Mayo & Cheese
California Burrito with Chorizo
Chicken and Beef Burritos
Dinner Burrito Verde
Burrito California
Vegetarian Fajitas
Guacamole on Stone
Chicken Fajitas
Chili Relleno

“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!“

4.4 Superb261 Reviews
Chayo’s Taquería Mexican • $
136 1st Street, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Quesabirria Taco & Al Pastor Burrito
Al Pastor Taco & Taco De Picadillo
Red and Green Salsas
Tacos De Carne Asada
Carne Asada Burrito
Tostada de Ceviche
Carne Asada Fries
Carne Asada Fríes
Chayo's Nachos
Pollo Taco

“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!“

4.4 Superb51 Reviews
El Fogon Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
5465 Mills Civic Parkway Ste 101, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fajita Quesadilla
Chips and Guacamole Dip
La Martina Enchiladas
Dinner Burrito Verde
Burrito California
Chicken Fajitas
Rice and Beans
Street Tacos
Chimichanga
Street Corn

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

4.2 Good209 Reviews
Flame Taqueria West Mexican • $
5962 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines

“Really enjoyed the flavors of the foods we ate. Everything tasted really fresh, from the salsa to the rice and beans, it was delicious! Fast service, food came out in less than 10 minutes, and good portion sizes. Would recommend if you're in the mood for fresh flavors!“

4.6 Superb23 Reviews
Tasty Tacos Mexican • $
6326 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Original Flour Taco with Beef and a Side of Onion Rings
Original Flour Tacos Beef and Queso Blanco Nachos
Corn and Flour Bean Tacos
Bean and Cheese Burrito
Flour Nacho Supreme
Steak Flour Tacos
Original Burrito
Chicken Burrito
Rice and Beans
Pork Flour Taco

“Literally the best tacos in existence.“

4.1 Good267 Reviews
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
6630 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Steak and Chicken Fajitas with Fried Jalapenossteak and Chicken Fajitas with Fried Jalapenos
Combination Dinner Beef Enchilada Rice and Beans
Margarita and Chicken Quesadilla Rellena
Monterrey Fajitas for Two
Guadalajara Special
Tacos Carne Asada
Chicken and Rice
Chicken Taquitos
Fried Ice Cream
Chips and Salsa

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

4.1 Good275 Reviews
Fernando's Mexican grill-Jordan Creek Mexican • $
101 Jordan Creek Parkway Suite 12506, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Cilantro and Red Onion Salsa
Burrito

“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 ☺️“

4.1 Good39 Reviews
El Pollo Ranchero Chicken • $$
1301 Watrous Avenue Ste B, Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chipotle Chicken & Avocado Burrito
2 Mini Chicken Quesadillas
Double Chicken Taco Salad
Clasic Chicken Burrito
Cheesecake Chimichanga
3 Grill Chicken Tacos
Chicken Spinach Wrap
Clasic BRC Burrito
Corn Dip & Chips
Mini Pollo Bowl

“Me encantó , sin más palabras!“

4 Good100 Reviews
Abelardo's Mexican Fresh Mexican • $
5525 Mills Civic Parkway Suite 130, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Chorizo Con Huevo Torta
Enchilada & Taco Combo
Pollo Asado Rice Bowl
Carne Asada Burrito
Carne Asada Nachos
Carne Asada Plate
Carne Asada Fries
Carnitas Burrito
Arizona Burrito
Diablo Burrito

“Finally found a place in Iowa that serves a good Chili Verde burrito...it's listed as a Green Chili burrito on the menu. It's got good flavor and is the perfect amount of spicy.

The staff was really nice and the restaurant is clean.“

3.3 Good259 Reviews
Taco John's Fast Food • $
350 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Meat & Potato Burrito Beef Chicken or Crunchy Chicken
Beef Softshell and Beef Meat & Potato Burrito
Fried Chicken and Potato Olés Snacker
Potato Oles Small Medium Large
Super Nachos Regular or Small
Bean Burrito and Potatoes
Stuffed Grilled Taco
Six-Pack and a Pound
Crispy Chicken Taco
Softshell Taco

“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!“

3.6 Good178 Reviews
Taco John's Fast Food • $
7253 Vista Drive, West Des Moines

Customers` Favorites

Meat and Potato Burrito Plus Potato Oles
Grilled Burrito
Nachos Supreme
Nacho Cheese
Crispy Tacos
Potato Orel
Taco Bravo
Taco Salad
Cheese Dip
Quesadilla

“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.“

3.5 Good204 Reviews

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