My guy is from Iowa and for years in TX he's tried to find puffy tacos to no avail and now I…read moreunderstand why. Delicious original flour beef tacos and flour chips and queso. All for a nominal price as well. Please franchise out Tasty Taco to TX.

We loved our first visit to Tasty Tacos, a recommendation by a neighbor. No frills. Just a…read moreterrific cheap eat-stop on Ankeny's Delaware Road, minutes off Highway 35. Admittedly, I was concerned when I entered the restaurant, as there were two lines perhaps 10 deep each, but we were assured by a customer "not to worry," and he was spot on! Lots of options, but I elected to get their two originals, a flour, and a corn taco, and they rocked. Great pace to ordering, kind at the counter, excellent pricing. I never felt rushed or "just another customer." The flour taco was fluffy and tasty like I've had in Mexico, and the corn taco was also delicious. Enjoyed the taco sauce at the table, and the place was clean with good energy about it. I guarantee that I'm coming back and see why they're so popular with Des Moines/Ankeny locals.!

Upon arriving in the afternoon for a late lunch with an empty stomach I ordered their birria torta…read morethat was recommended to me by the server. Restaurant was small, interior could've used a quick sweep. Restaurant was relatively quiet besides chatter from the workers whom seem to be friendly with one another which is a huge plus from a guest perspective. Walked out with a tab of $24 including time and entree with an iced coke which could use more ice in my humble opinion. Will definitely be back to try other options on their menu.

Flame Cantina in Ankeny promises a taste of Mexican street food with a modern twist, and for the…read moremost part, it delivers. My recent visit was a flavorful fiesta, with some dishes shining brighter than others. The Good: The homemade chips and salsa is a menu item (not complimentary) Which we don't mind because you are more mindful when eating them. They are also delicious and if you get the guacamole or the chees dip you will not be disappointed! Mango Shrimp Tacos: These were the stars of the show. The tortillas cradled juicy grilled shrimp, drizzled with a vibrant mango Pico de Gallo and bathed in a creamy guajillo crema. The sweet and spicy combo was a true explosion of taste, and the shrimp cooked to perfection - tender and slightly smoky. Quesa Birria Tacos: These braised beef delights were another winner. The slow-cooked Angus beef was melt-in-your-mouth tender, swimming in a rich, flavorful adobo sauce. The crispy tortillas held up well to the juicy filling, and the accompanying onion and cilantro dipping sauce added a refreshing touch. Atmosphere: The restaurant itself is a vibrant and inviting space. The open kitchen adds to the lively atmosphere, and the colorful décor transports you straight to a bustling Mexican cantina. The 'OK' Taco Salad: While the ingredients were fresh and flavorful (ground beef, black beans, corn, Pico de Gallo, cheese, and a tangy cilantro lime dressing), the salad suffered from a glaring omission - lettuce! A taco salad without lettuce is like a margarita without lime - it just feels incomplete. (To be fair - our server offered to go get my Wife some lettuce, I just thought it was worth noting.) Service: The service was friendly, and on-point. Tristan kept the drinks filled and was attentive without being over bearing, in a small place like this it is a good balance. Overall: Flame Cantina offers a delicious and vibrant taste of Mexican street food, with some dishes truly excelling. The mango shrimp and birria tacos were standouts, and the atmosphere is perfect for a casual and fun dining experience. Just be sure to request extra lettuce for your taco salad, and you're good to go! Final Verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. Flame Cantina is a great choice for a casual and flavorful Mexican meal, with a few minor tweaks needed to truly ignite all five stars. Pro Tips: Try the spicy hot sauce - ask for it, it one of the better ones I've had because it has both the heat and the flavor! Saturday's are $3 tacos until 5pm! I hope this review helps you decide whether to give Flame Cantina a try!

Not your average fast food! Especially if you want a huge breakfast burrito!…read more Highly recommend taco Tuesday! 5 beef or chicken tacos for less than $7...what!? Also the quality and quantity of fillings is crazy! So good!! Their salsas are delicious and if you go in you can raid the fresh condiments bar full of fresh and delicious extras, like jalapeño's, pickled carrots, salsas and more! The folks working here are always super friendly and fun to chat with! The building all seem to be old long John silvers. The place is slightly dated but they keep them clean and well maintained. For sure check out the specials!

Had read good reviews about the Ankeny location. Decided to try the taco Tuesday special of 5 beef…read moretaco for $6 with my boys. They both complained that the tacos were dry and tasted like they had been sitting out for a while. The only reason it gets a 3 star is because my chili verde was nice and spicy.

Amazing tortillas, excellent breakfast burritos prepared on the spot! Best Mexican food we have…read moreenjoyed in DSM Metro. Loved the salsa selection, 12 different options that are clearly marked by level of hotness! Sampled seven of them!!! My breakfast burrito was sensational, and Noel behind the counter was a nice guy. Service rocked. Eleven tables, plenty of parking, fun interior with Mexican theme. Drive-thru too! Definitely returning!

Easily the best Mexican food truck in the DSM region, Tacos Don Juan combines elite kindness and…read morecustomer service with an exceptionally executed menu. Usually parked in the Sportsman's lot on Oralabor Road, Tacos Don Juan's Jorge is a quality guy who greeted us warmly and helped us throughout the process on a miserable rainy night. My Way Better Half loved her asada burrito, and my Three Tacos Plate ($10) was outstanding, combining grilled flour tortillas (corn available too) with superb asada meat. The two sauces rocked. I enjoyed their truck's exterior, and their customer service was truly elite.

Delicious tacos & flautas!!! Can't believe we never stoped here before. This will be our go to…read moreMexican food truck!!! Also, such a great service! Highly recommend.

Coming from Arizona, I've definitely missed those authentic Mexican flavors, and El Molcajete…read moredelivered. Everything we had was incredible. The carne asada was packed with flavor, and pairing it with the bacon-wrapped shrimp took the whole plate to another level. The shrimp tacos were easily some of the best I've had--fresh, loaded with toppings, and that sauce they put on them was seriously out of this world. The service was just as impressive as the food. Everyone was attentive, welcoming, and made the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish. I honestly can't think of a single thing that was lacking. Great food, authentic flavors, phenomenal service, and an overall top-tier experience. If you're in Ankeny, definitely stop by and give El Molcajete a try. Moving here from Arizona and finding a gem like this was a huge win. My wife and I already know this is going to become one of our regular spots. Easily a 10/10 experience! Can't complain the ambiance was a nice open concept.

This is my stepdaughter and her husband's favorite Mexican restaurant in their hometown, so we…read morestopped in as a group of 6 on a Friday night. We were seated right away and ordered a pitcher of Skinny Margaritas. They were VERY tasty, well-prepared, and a good accompniament to our chips and salsa. They bring out both mild and spicier salsa, and of course there are options for guac and cheese sauce. For dinner we got a variety of dishes. Two of the group shared a bowl and it was enough for them with leftovers. I got the Loco Burrito, and it was easily 2 meals for me. Others got tacos and shrimp, and everyone enjoyed their dishes. Service was excellent, and the staff worked together to keep things moving right along! I believe this is an old Golden Corral Building, so there is a lot of seating, and a bar right when you walk in the door. Great food and drink!!

Delicious!!! We started out with the Fresh Guacamole, it was phenomenal! Their salsa was good too…read more My daughter and I both ordered the lunch fajitas (steak) and they were GREAT! So much flavor and every piece of steak was good, not fatty or chewy. We opted for beans instead of rice, they were fantastic! The service was great, restaurant and bathrooms very clean. This will definitely be a go to place when we're in town.

We ordered 3 separate entrees today. The steak fajitas The…read moresuper flour tacos The steak quesidilla The steak fajitas were tasteless. No spice. Bland. No sizzling plates. The vegetables were way overcooked. The super flour tacos were terrible. The flour shells tasted old and seemed to have a taste like someone threw them onto a hot electric heating coils. Taste was awful. Meat was tasteless. No flavor. I found them almost inedible. In fact I thought I was going to feel ill when I was there. But just stopped eating them. The quesidilla was ok but rather overcooked. Not the best. I will not be back. We tipped the waiter as it was not his fault. But $74 for 3 lunch items was steep for such poor quality meals.

Good local spot Cold drinks friendly service…read more Chicken on nachos was only knock on the place

Taco Tuesday is ok, not good. Service sub par at best,…read more STOP assuming everyone that walks in the door is a lifer and knows that just because the locals know it's Taco Tuesday that it means no point in the menu, except it doesn't. I had no idea if there was meat choices (there isn't) or toppings or sides (there are sides like fries) I'm glad I asked for the menu, as I almost thought about the nachos. Which I would have not known about if I hadn't seen a menu. We did not appreciate the rudeness when she asked if we were ready to order and I replied how would we know we haven't seen a menu. Just for her to roll her eyes and come back and toss them on the table. That attitude made me not want to spend my money there and my tip absolutely reflected her poor behavior. She could have earned 20 from me alone out of our group, instead of what was left over from the change. I work in the service industry and I appreciate both good food and service and it also would have been nice if our checks were correct but I have learned to pick and chose my battles but that also helped contribute to her not super tip. To the taco loved the shell it's like fry bread and one taco is the entire basket you have been warned. Sadly it wasn't really warm my fries were not even close to warm and definitely floppy. Really the stinker of the show was the server, so don't expect much.