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Tasty Tacos — Restaurant in Des Moines

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Tasty Tacos
Description
Local counter-serve chain dishing up homestyle Mexican fare in a low-key setting.
Nearby attractions
Iowa Statue of Liberty
Des Moines, IA 50319
Iowa State Capitol
Iowa State Capitol, 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50319
Duke Williams Stadium
1591 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, United States
Vietnam War Memorial
E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50319
Soldiers and Sailors Monument
7 County Road R6F, Des Moines, IA 50313
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1434 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316, United States
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1518 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
McDonald's
1404 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
La Premium Michoacana
1434 Des Moines St Suite 4, Des Moines, IA 50316
Rolling Wok Cafe
1534 E Grand Ave E, Des Moines, IA 50316
Panadería La Mona
1534 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
Casey's
600 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
205 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, United States
Taqueria La Esperanza
1547 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
Paleteria La Michoacana
1552 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
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521 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
Solutions Law Iowa PLC
1451 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
Letty's Beauty Salon
1434 Des Moines St Suite 7, Des Moines, IA 50316
BABA'S Vape N Smoke
1534 E Grand Ave Suite D, Des Moines, IA 50316
Adriana's Agency
1514 E Grand Ave Suite B, Des Moines, IA 50316
Metro by T-Mobile
1534 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
Iowa Department of Education
400 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50319
Boost Mobile & Fix N Cell
1553 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
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Tasty Tacos

1400 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
4.6(973)$$$$
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Local counter-serve chain dishing up homestyle Mexican fare in a low-key setting.

attractions: Iowa Statue of Liberty, Iowa State Capitol, Duke Williams Stadium, Vietnam War Memorial, Soldiers and Sailors Monument, restaurants: Isla Del Pacifico Mexican Restaurant, Los Laureles Mexican Restaurant, McDonald's, La Premium Michoacana, Rolling Wok Cafe, Panadería La Mona, Casey's, Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant, Taqueria La Esperanza, Paleteria La Michoacana, local businesses: La Tapatia Grocery, Tequila's Liquor, Puff Puff Pass, Solutions Law Iowa PLC, Letty's Beauty Salon, BABA'S Vape N Smoke, Adriana's Agency, Metro by T-Mobile, Iowa Department of Education, Boost Mobile & Fix N Cell
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Phone
(515) 266-4242
Website
tastytacos.com
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Fri11 AM - 9 PMClosed

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Featured dishes

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Chicken Enchiladas
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Tasty Tators
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Onion Rings
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Refried Beans
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French Fries
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Jalapeno Poppers
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Beef Taco Salad
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Original Flour Tacos

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Nearby attractions of Tasty Tacos

Iowa Statue of Liberty

Iowa State Capitol

Duke Williams Stadium

Vietnam War Memorial

Soldiers and Sailors Monument

Iowa Statue of Liberty

Iowa Statue of Liberty

4.3

(9)

Open until 12:00 AM
Click for details
Iowa State Capitol

Iowa State Capitol

4.8

(29)

Closed
Click for details
Duke Williams Stadium

Duke Williams Stadium

4.2

(151)

Open 24 hours
Click for details
Vietnam War Memorial

Vietnam War Memorial

4.8

(14)

Open 24 hours
Click for details

Nearby restaurants of Tasty Tacos

Isla Del Pacifico Mexican Restaurant

Los Laureles Mexican Restaurant

McDonald's

La Premium Michoacana

Rolling Wok Cafe

Panadería La Mona

Casey's

Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant

Taqueria La Esperanza

Paleteria La Michoacana

Isla Del Pacifico Mexican Restaurant

Isla Del Pacifico Mexican Restaurant

4.2

(358)

$

Closed
Click for details
Los Laureles Mexican Restaurant

Los Laureles Mexican Restaurant

4.0

(510)

$

Open until 3:00 AM
Click for details
McDonald's

McDonald's

3.2

(860)

$

Open until 11:00 PM
Click for details
La Premium Michoacana

La Premium Michoacana

3.4

(49)

$

Open until 9:00 PM
Click for details

Nearby local services of Tasty Tacos

La Tapatia Grocery

Tequila's Liquor

Puff Puff Pass

Solutions Law Iowa PLC

Letty's Beauty Salon

BABA'S Vape N Smoke

Adriana's Agency

Metro by T-Mobile

Iowa Department of Education

Boost Mobile & Fix N Cell

La Tapatia Grocery

La Tapatia Grocery

4.2

(739)

Click for details
Tequila's Liquor

Tequila's Liquor

4.4

(104)

Click for details
Puff Puff Pass

Puff Puff Pass

4.8

(14)

Click for details
Solutions Law Iowa PLC

Solutions Law Iowa PLC

4.8

(87)

Click for details
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Reviews of Tasty Tacos

4.6
(973)
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2.0
5y

A few weeks ago a friend bought me a Tasty Taco. I hadn't eaten one in years so I was really surprised at how great it tasted. So, I decided to stop and buy some myself. As a rule, I try to buy local but I've also avoided going in to businesses because I have a medically fragile child. Against my better judgement, I called in an order & put my mask on to run inside and pick it up since there is no drive through or curbside pickup. When I got inside, I noticed 2 out of the 3 other patrons with their masks barely on. One guy's mask just covered his chin. This really bothered me but I'm afraid to say anything to the anti-mask people after being screamed at by an anti-masker one day & verbally abused so I understood why staff weren't saying anything.

I walked up to the area where you pick up to-go orders and a staff member approached to help me. His mask wasn't covering his nose! He wiped a spot off the counter where customers stand to order and pickup then turned to go in the back and pick up my order without washing his hands or using hand sanitizer after touching a cleaning rag/surfaces used by customers. I was shocked. I paid for my order since I had placed it but then went outside and contemplated the whole thing. I thought about throwing it away but I'm too poor to afford to do anything that dramatic.

The tacos tasted great but I definitely won't be returning until the pandemic gets better. I just can't understand how hard it could be to wear your mask correctly & sanitize surfaces and your hands properly. It wasn't even busy when I was there so I don't think this had anything to do with forgetting good hygiene habits during a rush. I think this is status quo at least for...

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1.0
5y

WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE, So I went into tasty tacos today around 1 and ordered some food and went back to the jobsite and unpacked it. After I unpacked the bags I had discovered that the order had multiplemissing items in it. I called back at that time to let them know I would like to get the rest of the order when I can convient grab them after work, she asked what time I would come I said around 4. I called them at 630 to let the establishment know I couldn't grab them today id have to try to tomorrow, I spoke to apparently the ONLY LADY THERE as she expressed multiple times negating we ever talked.. and that she was denying the request to pick up the remainder of the food at a different time and the request for a credit saying I never spoke with her.

Y por ellos quien habalr epsanol solomente este que dije

PEOR SERVICIO AL CLIENTE, Así que entré a sabrosos tacos hoy alrededor de la 1 y pedí algo de comida y volví al lugar de trabajo y lo desempaqué. Después de desempacar las bolsas, descubrí que el pedido tenía varios artículos faltantes. Volví a llamar en ese momento para hacerles saber que me gustaría obtener el resto del pedido cuando pueda hacerlo convenientemente después del trabajo, ella me preguntó a qué hora vendría. Dije alrededor de las 4. Los llamé al 630 para informar al establecimiento. sé que no podría agarrarlos hoy, tendré que intentarlo mañana, aparentemente hablé con la ÚNICA DAMA, expresó varias veces negando que alguna vez hablamos ... y que estaba negando la solicitud de recoger el resto de la comida en una hora diferente y la solicitud de un crédito diciendo que nunca...

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1.0
9y

Now I normally dont rate or review but I absolutely hated my experience here.

I was on Military Orders not to long ago, for lunch a couple of buddies and I talked about going out and try some local spots.

We saw they place driving to the hotel the night prior. Well, we came in for lunch the next day and WOW.

I ordered the burrito and a taco. Both steak with everything. I was told that everything else cost extra. I ask how much extra ?? The man at the register said just .50 cents. I paid for the extra toppings that usally come with the meal but for .50 it wasn't a big deal.

Now just for a burrito and a taco it cost way to much, but we'll support the local spots. Hell were from out of the state. When the food came it was the thinnest burrito and it looks like they melted a craft chesse slice on top. My taco was disappointing as well.

I ASKED FOR STEAK! I got some weird type of meat that tasted like the meat off a roast beef sandwich. The extra toppings came in a container that was about inch tall, the sour cream was in a pre purchased packet. The salsa wasn't even homemade, it tasted like salsa you buy out of the jar for a super bowl party.

The best thing about the place was the soda fountain. I sat there amazed that this place was receiving so much business, These Owners would NOT last a single month in Chicago.

Worst mexican restaurant I have ever been too in a...

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I’ve been to sooo many Mexican restaurants all over the USA and this is OKAY. It’s not the best. When they say authentic, think more American authentic as they don’t even use the Spanish words for their food. Beef is asada, Pork here (I had to ask) is carnita meat not pastor sadly. My husband and stepdaughter love it here. I personally after being married to a Hispanic male for near 18 yrs and ate at a lot of authentic places/trucks…it’s okay like I said. Salsa was good, medium hot, the guacamole could use some lime/salt (asked for lime wedges…not here), yet the tater tots were decent & they have one menu item I’ve never tried or seen before…flour puff chips. Oh my goodness, THOSE are amazing! Would highly recommend that for sure! Yet the other food…if it’s your thing I guess, I would only go back for the chips.
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DarleneDarlene
Chicken flour taco and onion rings fresher made and fast service. I've been a customer since they had their small location downtown Des Moines IA in the 1980s.
Alabaster CaineAlabaster Caine
This is the best location...since the closed the one on Douglas in Beaverdale. It's a local favorite for sure however most say it's not what it used to be. There is a lot of hype behind them ! I have been going for ever and I will say it's not what it was when I was a kid...I'm still a life long customer 🌮😂👌 I enjoy the original flour taco 🌮 and the amazing chicken enchilada which is absolutely delicious 👌🤤🫠 in my opinion 😄
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I’ve been to sooo many Mexican restaurants all over the USA and this is OKAY. It’s not the best. When they say authentic, think more American authentic as they don’t even use the Spanish words for their food. Beef is asada, Pork here (I had to ask) is carnita meat not pastor sadly. My husband and stepdaughter love it here. I personally after being married to a Hispanic male for near 18 yrs and ate at a lot of authentic places/trucks…it’s okay like I said. Salsa was good, medium hot, the guacamole could use some lime/salt (asked for lime wedges…not here), yet the tater tots were decent & they have one menu item I’ve never tried or seen before…flour puff chips. Oh my goodness, THOSE are amazing! Would highly recommend that for sure! Yet the other food…if it’s your thing I guess, I would only go back for the chips.
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Chicken flour taco and onion rings fresher made and fast service. I've been a customer since they had their small location downtown Des Moines IA in the 1980s.
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This is the best location...since the closed the one on Douglas in Beaverdale. It's a local favorite for sure however most say it's not what it used to be. There is a lot of hype behind them ! I have been going for ever and I will say it's not what it was when I was a kid...I'm still a life long customer 🌮😂👌 I enjoy the original flour taco 🌮 and the amazing chicken enchilada which is absolutely delicious 👌🤤🫠 in my opinion 😄
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