Los Agaves Mexican Grill — tacos in Iowa City, IA

Los Agaves Mexican Grill

4.5· 1,283 Google reviews·$$·Shimek

Los Agaves Mexican Grill is a Iowa City, IA taco spot in the Shimek area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.5★ rating across 1,283 Google reviews.

Rating
4.5
Loved by locals
Reviews
1,283
Google reviews
Price
$$
Mid-range
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Group dinnerSit-down meal

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Reasonable mid-range pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Shimek, Iowa City
  • •Strong Google review volume

Order like a local

  • →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
  • →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
  • →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Sit-down restaurant
Neighborhood
Shimek, Iowa City
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Los Agaves Mexican Grill serve?+

Los Agaves Mexican Grill is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is Los Agaves Mexican Grill located?+

Los Agaves Mexican Grill is at 2208 N Dodge St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA, in the Shimek neighborhood of Iowa City, Iowa.

Is Los Agaves Mexican Grill good?+

Los Agaves Mexican Grill has a 4.5★ average across 1,283 Google reviews — loved by locals by Iowa City taco standards.

How expensive is Los Agaves Mexican Grill?+

Los Agaves Mexican Grill sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Iowa City taquería.

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