You want authentic Mexican food? This is the place! Started as a taco truck and now is the best…read moreMexican restaurant in the Iowa City area.

Have been going to eat there for many many years today was the very first time that I saw that…read morebathroom, utterly disgusting and now they're letting beggar coming in and begging at the tables. I didn't see the owner. I haven't seen him in a while. His name is Jose. He is well established with me and my family, but I just can't go there any more if They're gonna be begging at the tables. I know people do what they can, but while we're eating for them to allow people to come and beg for money at your table, I'm just not that Mexican lol

To go order with the main mission of trying some Chicharrones. They serve them on weekends so keep…read morean eye on their social media for reminders. My spouse picked up the food and we ordered extra for leftovers. The Chicharrones are tasty with the skin extra extra crispy and the meat chunks were tasty with some smaller chunks drier but overall would order them again. The guacamole super good in general and goes well with the chicharrones. We ordered tamales which we are saving for tomorrow. The choripollo and chile relleno were good. Lots of other items to try that look delish.

Great food! Great service!! A little hard to find but well worth the trip!! It doesn't look like…read moremuch from the outside but the salsa, the guacamole, and the entrees were delicious. Margaritas too.

Beef soup Saturday! Yup check in each day to see what is…read morecooking! Beef soup is real good this year! Called in order and was hot and fresh. Beef soup Price now is 18.72 all in Including 2 buck up charge for card pay Worth every dime! You could easily split this 2 quarts total of food to two meals lol I should have... But fast break as I had not ate in 36 hours.. I ate the whole thing! Good food here! You need this!

Delicious and interesting selections and very reasonable. Small place with quick service.read more

My youngest daughter had a softball tournament in West Liberty so we stopped by after! Delicious…read morefood! My daughter and I shared the ground beef flautas and they were tasty. Also shared some queso dip which was good. I loved how the cheese had three sizes; small, medium, and large.

From the owner: Fresh Fruit Water, Tacos, Carnitas, Mexican Food Specialties, Authentic and Traditional Mexican…read moreFood, Carnitas Dinner, Carne Asada, Taco Restaurant, Mexican Cuisine, Mexican Foods, Quesadilla, Tortas, Burritos, Mexican Restaurant Products: Carne Asada, Chiles Rellenos, Fresh Fruits, Mangonada, Al Pastor, Quesadillas, Burritos, Tortas, Honduran Specialities, Tostadas, Empanadas. Services: Dine In and Carryout Available, Fresh Made Mexican Food Locations Facts: We are located across the street from the New Strand Theatre.

The tacos here are to die for but I'll have to say this is my 2nd favorite Mexican food my first is…read morechichores

Tried the food truck by O'Reilly Auto Parts. Wow!!!! The cabeza tacos were perfect. The red salsa…read moreis quite mild but has a really good flavor. The woman working the window was also really friendly

Maria's is a welcome gem on the Grinnell dining scene. Maria and her family opened the restaurant…read morelast year in a cute vintage building, and they make simple and delicious Mexican food, served with love. I had the grilled chicken tacos, and Maria walked me through all the fresh toppings. My son had a beef burrito as big as his head! There's a great drink selection and the bright colors make for a festive experience. The icing on the cake: They overheard my son get a call wishing him a happy birthday- and moments later the whole staff came out with a guitar and a cupcake with a candle and sang happy birthday. You have to love a restaurant like that!

Great option for quick lunch or dinner. Had takeout from Maria's last night. Our group tried the…read moreshredded beef tacos, shredded chicken tacos, empanadas and the chicken enchiladas. Everything was very tasty, and good portions. The ordering process over the phone was efficient, and I was able to walk over and pickup the food in short order. Friendly service in a cool old gas station on the corner of West and 4th Ave. Try it, you will not be disappointed.

The food was amazing, I think the portions are great and very tasty. I called in once and they had…read moreit ready right on time and the service was amazing

We had the green enchiladas and the super burrito. Both very good and too big to finish. Service…read morewas fast and friendly. Food was fresh and hot. Place was very clean. We will definitely go back.

Toothpick worth of meat on burrito with a mound of rice. Asked for "good amount of meat" as note…read morewhen ordered because same thing happened last time I was there. No meat despite this just a toothpick worth and refused to add any or make it up even when showed that it was just a bunch of rice. Ridiculous.

Ordered the torta de asada and one taco de lengua…read more The overall torta was good but the bread was stale and even though they toasted it, you could taste it the staleness. The asada wasn't dry and tasted great. 6.7/10 The taco de lengua lacked flavor and was a bit on the dry side. Wasn't the worst but definitely wasn't the best. 5.8/10 If you have never had real authentic Mexican food, this restaurant will do. However, if you are looking for the real deal, I would look somewhere else.

This place is amazing! Best tacos I've had in Cedar Rapids and I've had a LOT. The prices are…read moreamazing! I absolutely love the taco Ramirez which is only $1 on Tuesdays!! The avocado salsa is awesome and their queso is my absolute favorite. Service can take a bit at times as it is a small business but the employees, especially at this location are so kind!! Many of them recognize me when I come in as I go here often and they always treat me very well! It's a must try in Cedar Rapids!

the service is fucking terrible and i honestly think they are racist, i get a busy day but everyone…read morewas seating their selves and we sat ourselves HAVE BEEN WAITING A HOUR no water no waiter no nothing absolutely pathetic will never be back.

We stopped in on a Tuesday night and had already tried two other Mexican restaurants within a mile…read moreof this place (I'm not a fan of either one). My husband said, "I don't know, I never see any cars in the parking lot". We walked in and there were only two other occupied tables. We were greeted immediately and told to grab any booth we liked. Our server was attentive but not overbearing, and when I couldn't decide between two dishes, his recommendation was solid. The menu is huge, so I took my time pouring over it. I ordered one of the house specials and my husband is an enchilada guy, so he went that route. I love a good chips and salsa and their salsa had almost enough heat for me, with a great flavor. The food came out fast, and it was authentic and delicious! The prices were more than reasonable and if you like to get a lot of bang for your buck, this is the place, because there will be leftovers. A bonus, they serve Pacifico! We'll definitely be back, I can't wait to try their al pastor on a night they have mariachi.

Very disappointing experience. The rice and beans basic staples of Mexican food were poorly made…read moreand lacked flavor. The tacos were soggy, not crispy, and clearly not properly prepared. What made it worse was being told the food is "made for gringos." As someone Mexican, that felt like a poor representation of my own culture.Authenticity shouldn't be optional it should be the standard. The only reason I order that, is because is hard to messed up a hard Shell Taco. Thanks