Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant – Mexican
Abelardo’s captures the vibrant spirit of a bustling taqueria, where the savory scent of charred carne asada and sizzling fajitas drifts through a warm, unpretentious space. From the fiery kick of a Spicy Diablo burrito to the comforting layers of cheese-smothered enchiladas, every plate offers a hearty, flavor-forward journey through beloved Mexican classics.
5525, Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines, IA, 50266 +15154400323 https://www.abelardosmexicanfood.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Dairy-Free at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in West Des Moines has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hand-Crafted Guacamole and Pico de Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in West Des Moines has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hand-Crafted Guacamole and Pico de Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in West Des Moines has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 25 Plain Churros, Fish Taco and Hand-Crafted Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in West Des Moines has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 25 Plain Churros, Texas Rice Bowl and Carne Asada Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in West Des Moines has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pico de Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in West Des Moines has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pico de Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in West Des Moines has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hand-Crafted Guacamole and Pico de Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in West Des Moines has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 25 Plain Churros, Hand-Crafted Guacamole and Pico de Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Rice Bowl | 97.2 g | 110.5 g |
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Spicy Diablo Burrito | 98.5 g | 55.4 g |
| Beans & Cheese Burrito | 80.1 g | 28.9 g |
| Carne Asada Rice Bowl | 87.6 g | 27 g |
| Carne Asada Burrito | 40.1 g | 25 g |
| Carne Asada Taco | 13.1 g | 24.7 g |
| 23 - Mixed Fajitas | 71.1 g | 24.4 g |
| 25 Plain Churros | 12.7 g | 22.5 g |
| Fish Taco | 22.8 g | 9 g |
| 1 - Taco & Tostada | 27.8 g | 6.8 g |
| 15 - Carne Asada Plate | 3.6 g | 4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Combinations
Traditional Mexican meals served with beans and rice.
- 1 - Taco & Tostada - $12.49: Chicken or Beef, served with side of rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- 2 - Two Beef Tacos - $12.49: Two beef tacos with side of rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 - 2 Chicken or Beef Enchiladas - $12.49: 2 chicken or beef enchiladas served with side of rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 15 - Carne Asada Plate - $13.49: Steak carne asada served with rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 23 - Mixed Fajitas - $15.49: Steak, chicken and shrimp grilled with onion, tomatoes and bell peppers. Served with rice, beans and tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Burritos
Packed with fresh ingredients and bold Mexican flavors.
- Beans & Cheese Burrito - $7.1: Beans and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Burrito - $12.49: Steak with guacamole, pico, rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Burrito - $11.49: Diced steak, french fries, pico and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Diablo Burrito - $13.49: Steak, shrimp, lettuce, sour cream, rice, fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Carne Asada Taco - $3.99: Diced steak with guacamole and pico Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Taco - $3.99: Pico, ranch and lettuce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $9.99: Fried taco shell bowl with beans, choice of meat, cheese, sour cream, guacamole and lettuce Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Bowls
- Texas Rice Bowl - $13.99: Steak, shrimp, chicken, rice, queso dip, fajita mix and cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Rice Bowl - $12.49: 6 oz. carne asada, white rice, black beans, corn salsa, lime, pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Hand-Crafted Guacamole - $13: 32 oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico de Gallo - $10: 32 oz Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Desserts
- 25 Plain Churros - $25: Fried plain churros covered with cinnamon and sugar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
- Is Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hand-Crafted Guacamole and Pico de Gallo.
- What can I eat at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant on a dairy-free diet?
- Hand-Crafted Guacamole and Pico de Gallo carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Hand-Crafted Guacamole and Pico de Gallo.
- Is Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant?
- Texas Rice Bowl, at roughly 110.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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