Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are G. Mig's 5th Street Pub, Prime and Providence and Old West, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find the best places for tacos in Des Moines. Curated list of top-rated restaurants serving exceptional tacos.
Des Moines's Premier Tacos Destinations
Des Moines offers a vibrant taco scene that stretches far beyond traditional Mexican eateries to include local pubs, steakhouses, and even classic pizza parlors. From the authentic street-style flavors at Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant and Tasty Tacos to the creative fusion found at Malo and El Bait Shop, there is a perfect shell for every palate. Whether you are craving a quick bite at Fuzzy's Taco Shop or looking to explore the diverse menus at G. Mig's 5th Street Pub and Prime and Providence, this collection highlights the city's most flavorful and eclectic destinations.
14 restaurants in Best Tacos in Des Moines | Top Spots
- G. Mig's 5th Street Pub · rated 4/5: American.
- Prime and Providence: Steakhouse.
- Old West: 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.
- 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.
