Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are G. Mig's 5th Street Pub, Mi Casa Cake Shop and Prime and Providence, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Experience the best mexican restaurants in Des Moines. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated mexican dining.
Des Moines's Premier Mexican Destinations
Discover the rich and spicy flavors of the best Mexican restaurants in Des Moines, where authentic street tacos and festive plates take center stage. This curated selection spans from the traditional recipes at Monterrey Mexican Restaurant to the lively atmosphere of El Bait Shop, ensuring a perfect match for any mood. Beyond the salsa and chips, you can also explore a variety of local gems ranging from the classic slices at Godfather's Pizza to the refined cuts at Prime and Providence.
18 restaurants in Best Mexican Restaurants in Des Moines | Top Rated Mexican Food
- G. Mig's 5th Street Pub · rated 4/5: American.
- Mi Casa Cake Shop · rated 3/5: Mexican.
- Prime and Providence: Steakhouse.
- Old West: American.
- Either/Or: American.
- Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe: American.
- Malo: Mexican.
- El Bait Shop: Mexican.
- Fuzzy's Taco Shop: Mexican.
- Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant: Mexican.
- Godfather's Pizza: Italian (Pizza is the core.
- Monterrey Mexican Restaurant: Mexican.
- Godfather's Pizza: Italian.
- Tito's Lounge: Mexican.
- El Salvadoreño: Mexican.
- Tasty Tacos: Mexican.
- Fiesta Mexican Restaurant: Mexican.
- Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant: Mexican.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
