Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant – Mexican
The air at Abelardo’s is thick with the savory scent of spiced chorizo and searing carne asada, drawing guests into a bustling space where authentic Mexican comfort takes center stage. Plates arrive piled high with golden-fried tostadas and hand-rolled enchiladas draped in rich sauces, offering a vibrant tapestry of textures and bold spices that celebrate the spirit of traditional street-style fare.
205, East 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50316 +15152659740 https://www.abelardosmexicanfood.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Dairy-Free at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Medium Sized Rice, Hand-Crafted Guacamole (32 oz) and Medium Sized Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Burrito, Medium Sized Rice and 25 Plain Churros. 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 Des Moines has 11 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Burrito, 25 Plain Churros and Carnitas Burrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Medium Sized Rice, Hand-Crafted Guacamole (32 oz) and Medium Sized Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Burrito, Medium Sized Rice and 25 Plain Churros. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines has 9 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Burrito, Chicken Taco and Medium Sized Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 11 - Machaca Plate and 10 - Chorizo Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines has 39 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 15 - Carne Asada Plate, Veggie Burrito and Chicken Taco. 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 |
| Mar Y Tierra | 12.3 g | 62.8 g |
| Ultimate Breakfast Bowl | 15.6 g | 59.4 g |
| Spicy Diablo Burrito | 98.5 g | 55.4 g |
| Surf & Turf Burrito | 51.2 g | 53.5 g |
| Chilaquiles Rice Bowl | 20 g | 50.7 g |
| Birria Burrito | 118.9 g | 47 g |
| Birria Taco | 3.8 g | 43.4 g |
| Pollo Asado Burrito | 89.8 g | 41.8 g |
| Carnitas Quesadilla | 171.3 g | 41.7 g |
| Shrimp Fajita Burrito | 44.6 g | 40 g |
| Ground Beef Burrito | 14.8 g | 36.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Combinations
- 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
- 4 - Tostada & Enchilada - $12.49: Chicken or beef, served with side of rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- 5 - Enchilada & Taco - $12.49: Chicken or beef, served with rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 6 - Burrito & Enchilada - $12.49: Chicken or beef, served with beans and rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- 7 - 2 Beef or Chicken Burritos - $13.49: 2 beef or chicken burritos served with rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 8 - 2 Carne Asada Tacos - $13.49: Two carne asada tacos with rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 9 - Chicken Tacos - $12.49: Two chicken tacos served with side of rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 10 - Chorizo Plate - $13: Chorizo and eggs served with side of rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- 11 - Machaca Plate - $12.49: Dried beef combination served with rice and beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- 12 - 2 Chiles Rellenos - $13: Two stuffed peppers with cheese, rice & beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 13 - 2 Fish Tacos - $12.49: Two fish tacos served with side of rice and beans Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 14 - Carnitas Plate - $13: Pork carnitas served with side of rice & beans Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics 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
- 16 - Adobada Plate - $14.49: Adobada plate served with rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 17 - Green Chile Plate - $14.49: Tender meat simmered in green chile sauce. Served with rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 18 - 2 Carne Asada Burritos - $15.49: 2 steak burritos served with rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 19 - Rolled Taquitos Plate - $12.49: Four pulled beef, rolled, fried taquitos served with guacamole, rice & beans, and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- 21 - Pollo Asado Plate - $13.49: Grilled chicken served with guacamole & salad. Includes rice & beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 22 - Chicken or Steak Fajitas - $13.49: Grilled chicken or steak, onion, tomatoes & bell peppers. Served with rice, beans, and tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- 23 - Mixed Fajitas - $15.49: Steak, chicken & shrimp grilled with onion, tomatoes & bell peppers. Served with rice, beans & tortillas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- 24 - 2 Chicken or Steak Fajita Tacos - $13.49: Steak/chicken fajita tacos served with side of rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- 25 - 4 Chicken Flautas Plate - $12.49: Four flautas with lettuce, tomato, sour cream & guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- 26 - Beef Burrito & Taco - $12.49: Beef burrito & taco served with side of rice and beans Available at: dinner, lunch
Burritos
- Beans & Cheese Burrito - $7.1: Beans & 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 & beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Fries Burrito - $12.49: Steak, fries, guacamole, pico, cheese, sour cream & beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Burrito - $11.49: Shredded chicken smothered in red sauce with rice, lettuce & cheese Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Burrito - $12.49: Shredded pork with guacamole, pico, rice & beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ground Beef Burrito - $11.49: Ground beef, beans & cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adobada Burrito - $12.49: Marinated pork, guacamole, pico, rice & beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arizona Burrito - $11.49: Diced steak, potatoes, grilled pico, cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Chile Burrito - $12.49: Pork with green sauce and rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Burrito - $11.49: Lettuce, ranch, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno Burrito - $11.49: Stuffed pepper with guacamole, pico, rice & beans Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Diablo Burrito - $13.49: Steak, shrimp, lettuce, sour cream, rice, fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Asado Burrito - $12.49: Grilled chicken, guacamole, pico, rice & beans Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Burrito - $13.49: Shrimp, lettuce, pico, rice & ranch Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burrito - $10.49: Beans, rice, guacamole, pico, rice & cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lengua Burrito - $12.49: Beef tongue, beans, rice, onion & cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tripa Burrito - $12.49: Beef tripe, beans, rice, onions & cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Burrito - $11.49: Diced steak, French fries, pico & cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nebraska Burrito - $11.49: Marinated pork, grilled pico, potatoes & cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Iowa Burrito - $11.49: Chicken, grilled pico, potatoes & cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Burrito - $12.49: Steak or chicken fajitas, beans & rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chipotle Burrito - $11.49: Grilled chicken, fries, rice, lettuce & sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Ranchero Burrito - $11.49: Steak grilled pico, sauce, rice & beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fajita Burrito - $13.49: Shrimp, veggies, cheese, rice & beans Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Burrito - $12.49: Marinated beef, rice, beans, onion & cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takis Burrito - $12.49: Steak, fries, and jalapeños Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surf & Turf Burrito - $13.49: Steak, shrimp, grilled onions, rice, chipotle & mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hatch Green Chile Burrito - $11.49: Beef or chicken, beans, cheese with hatch green chiles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cabeza Burrito - $12.49: Beef cheek, beans, rice, onions & cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Carne Asada Taco - $3.99: Diced steak with guacamole & pico Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Taco - $3.99: Shredded pork with guacamole & pico Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adobada Taco - $3.99: Marinated pork, pico, and guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cabeza Taco - $4.3: Beef cheek, onions, and cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Taco - $3.3: Ground beef or chicken, cheese & lettuce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Taco - $3.3: Ground beef, lettuce & cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Taco - $3.99: Pico, ranch & lettuce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Taco - $3.3: Shredded chicken, lettuce & cheese Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lengua Taco - $4.3: Tongue cheek, cilantro & onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tripe Taco - $4.3: Beef tripe, cilantro & onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Taco - $3.99: Marinated beef, with/without cheese, onions & cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Order of 4 Street Tacos - $11.5: Choice of meat (excluding Fish & Birria) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Order of 5 Street Tacos - $12.5: Choice of meat (excluding Fish & Birria) Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Cheese Quesadilla - $7: Shredded cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Quesadilla - $11: Diced steak and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Quesadilla - $11: Shredded chicken & cheese Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Quesadilla - $11: Shredded pork & cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adobada Quesadilla - $11: Marinated pork & melted cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ground Beef Quesadilla - $11: Ground beef & cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Quesadilla - $12.49: Chicken or steak with veggies Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mar Y Tierra - $12.49: Steak, shrimp & cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Bowls
- Texas Rice Bowl - $13.99: Steak, shrimp, chicken, rice, queso dip, fajita mix & cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Rice Bowl - $12.49: 6 oz. of protein (Carne Asada) white rice, black beans, corn salsa, lime, pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Asado Rice Bowl - $12.49: 6 oz. of protein (Chicken), white rice, black beans, corn salsa, lime, pico de gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Rice Bowl - $12.49: 6 oz. of protein (Shrimp), white rice, black beans, corn salsa, lime, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ultimate Breakfast Bowl - $13.99: Egg (scrambled) hash brown, fajita, sausage, bacon, queso dip, shredded cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles Rice Bowl - $12.49: Red chilaquiles, 2 fried eggs, sour cream, onion, cilantro & queso chihuahua Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Sides
- Medium Sized Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium Sized Beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand-Crafted Guacamole (32 oz) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico de Gallo (32 oz) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
Desserts
- 25 Plain Churros: Fried, plain churros covered with cinnamon and sugar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- 25 Filled Churros: Choice of raspberry, apple, or Bavarian cream filling Dietary tags: 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 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Medium Sized Rice, Hand-Crafted Guacamole (32 oz) and Medium Sized Beans.
- What can I eat at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant on a dairy-free diet?
- Medium Sized Rice, Hand-Crafted Guacamole (32 oz) and Medium Sized Beans carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 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. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Medium Sized Rice and Hand-Crafted Guacamole (32 oz).
- 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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