Best Mexican Restaurants in
Iowa

Discover 280 authentic Mexican restaurants in Iowa. Verified reviews, real photos and menus.

280 Restaurants

Top City: Des Moines

★ 4.2 Avg Rating

Top Restaurants in Iowa

Ranked by Google rating and number of reviews.

La Bamba

Ames, IA

★ 5.0 (54 reviews) $

Sabores de Mexico

Windsor Heights, IA

★ 5.0 (20 reviews) $$

Taqueria Marissa

Des Moines, IA

★ 5.0 (19 reviews) $$

Plaza Mexico

Marshalltown, IA

★ 5.0 (4 reviews) $

Las Palmas

Ottumwa, IA

★ 5.0 (2 reviews) $$

Born To Fry

Cedar Rapids, IA

★ 5.0 $$

La Bota II Mexican Restaurant

Leon, IA

★ 5.0 $$

Maria’s Mexican Restaurant

Ankeny, IA

★ 5.0 $$

Barrio Burrito Bar

West Des Moines, IA

★ 5.0 $$

La Ventanita Snack Bar

Des Moines, IA

★ 5.0 $$

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Top Cities in Iowa

Cities with the most Mexican restaurants.

Des Moines 50 Cedar Rapids 27 Ankeny 20 Ames 20 Iowa City 17

Authentic Mexican Food in Iowa

FAMER is the most complete directory of authentic Mexican restaurants in Iowa. With 280 verified listings, you'll find everything from family taquerías to high-end Mexican cuisine — all with real reviews from our community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Mexican restaurants are in Iowa? +

There are 280 verified Mexican restaurants listed in Iowa on FAMER, spanning cities like Des Moines and surrounding areas.

What is the average rating of Mexican restaurants in Iowa? +

The average rating is 4.2/5 based on reviews from Google, Yelp, and FAMER users.

Which city in Iowa has the most Mexican restaurants? +

Des Moines has the highest concentration of Mexican restaurants in Iowa according to our directory.

How do I claim my restaurant listing on FAMER? +

Visit your restaurant's profile page and click "Claim this Restaurant". It's free and gives you access to photos, hours, and menu management.

Best Mexican Restaurants in
Iowa