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Old West Mexican Restaurant

About Us

Old West Mexican Restaurant is Des Moines's go-to destination for authentic Mexican cuisine. We're passionate about serving traditional dishes like fajitas, tacos, burritos, and chimichangas, paired perfectly with our crafted margaritas and micheladas. Enjoy our inviting atmosphere with options for dine-in, cozy patio seating, takeout, or catering. Our commitment to quality shines through the freshest ingredients and a diverse menu. Join us and savor a meal you'll love today!

Areas Served

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Family-Owned
Latino-Owned
Every Wednesday Enjoy Medium-Sized Margarita $5.99

Our Services include:

Catering
Dine-In
Takeout
Patio Seating
Bar Seating
Delivery

Our Products include:

Fajitas
Burritos
Tacos
Enchiladas
Chimichangas
Margaritas
Mojitos
Palomas
Micheladas

Testimonials

On 7/1/2026 PJ Yancy had this to say:
Depending on my mood, this is the best Mexican in Des Moines.

On 6/29/2026 Nanc Roland had this to say:
Great food and service. Restaurant was clean you can eat either inside or patio. Prices are on spot.

On 6/20/2026 Sarah Stoker had this to say:
The food is good, it comes out fast, and all the servers are so friendly! Angel took time out of what he was doing to take a group photo for us for Father's day, we really appreciated that. It's our favorite local Mexican restaurant.

On 5/23/2026 Adara Berry had this to say:
We have been going here since my teen years, then when we lived close by always there great staff ,good food, price is doable come have some fun at old west

On 5/16/2026 Jim Price had this to say:
Good food, great service, nice environment.

Contact Us

Old West Mexican Restaurant
4138 Fleur Dr Des Moines, IA 50321
Phone: (515) 285-2468
Email: refugioguzman71@gmail.com

Across the street from McDonalds

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Discover, American Express, Debit Cards, MasterCard, Visa, Apple Pay, Android Pay

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

News

"Great food, fast service and always friendly. One of my favorite lunch spots on the south side." – Zack Reber
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Try our Jesse Burrito — a flour tortilla filled with your choice of chicken or steak, chorizo, and sausage, served with rice, refried beans, melted cheese, and green sauce. A house specialty packed with flavor and perfect for lunch or dinner!📍 Learn more at our website! #JesseBurrito #MexicanCuisine #OldWestMexican #DesMoinesEats #HouseSpecial

Have you visited Old West Mexican Restaurant? Leave a review today and tell us about your experience. Your feedback helps us serve you better!
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"Fun decorations and a lot of unique options a lot of the other Mexican food places around town don't offer." – Justin Booth
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Satisfy your cravings with our Nachos Western! Fresh fried tortillas smothered with cheese sauce, cheddar, seasoned ground beef, lettuce, guacamole, and sour cream — perfect for sharing or enjoying solo. Every bite is loaded with flavor!

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