Best Tacos in Des Moines, IA

11 authentic taco joints in Des Moines, ranked by the Taco Love community. From birria to al pastor, breakfast tacos to late-night street stands — every spot is mapped, photographed, and road-trip ready.

Restaurants

Taquizas Don Cuco — tacos in Des Moines, IA

Taquizas Don Cuco

5.0

Merle Hay, Des Moines · $ · 18 reviews

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Taquería La Guelaguetza — tacos in Des Moines, IA

Taquería La Guelaguetza

5.0

Capitol Park, Des Moines · $ · 8 reviews

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El Taco Guapo — tacos in Des Moines, IA

El Taco Guapo

4.9

Lower Beaver, Des Moines · $ · 166 reviews

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Cowboy Mexican Bar & Grill — tacos in Des Moines, IA

Cowboy Mexican Bar & Grill

4.9

Highland Park, Des Moines · $$ · 1,109 reviews

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El Amigo Tacos — tacos in Des Moines, IA

El Amigo Tacos

4.8

Greater South Side, Des Moines · $ · 69 reviews

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Faustinos Taquería — tacos in Des Moines, IA

Faustinos Taquería

4.7

Waveland Park, Des Moines · $ · 323 reviews

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Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant — tacos in Des Moines, IA

Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant

4.7

Highland Park, Des Moines · $ · 177 reviews

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Tacos Degollado — tacos in Des Moines, IA

Tacos Degollado

4.6

Evelyn Davis Park, Des Moines · $ · 701 reviews

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Tasty Tacos — tacos in Des Moines, IA

Tasty Tacos

4.6

Capitol East, Des Moines · $ · 1,970 reviews

“Local counter-serve chain dishing up homestyle Mexican fare in a low-key setting.”

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Tacos La Familia — tacos in Des Moines, IA

Tacos La Familia

4.5

River Bend, Des Moines · $ · 1,025 reviews

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