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Abelardo’s Mexican Fresh

+1 515-528-2125
1538 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315 United States of America
Open Today: 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM

Amenities

Service options
  • Delivery
  • Drive-through
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
Popular for
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
  • Comfort food
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
Dining options
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
Amenities
  • Restroom
Atmosphere
  • Casual
Crowd
  • Groups
Planning
Payments
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
Children
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
Parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Parking

Best WLM Reviews

We spent the day in the hospital and were looking forward to eating something open late. We were very disappointed with the service we received from “Ishmael”, that’s what he said his name was. He made sure to treat the Spanish customers with respect, eye contact, speaking clearly, no eye rolls or sighs of annoyance. We ordered our food to dine in, he packed all our food to go. We didn’t receive a tray. While we were ordering, he seemed really annoyed to answer any type of questions that we had about certain meals. We don’t eat out very often. Plus, we had a very long day. The food came out very terrible. The fries in my husband‘s California burrito were dry, the burrito overall was dry and stale. There was no moisture or any type of liquid in the burrito which made us feel like the burrito had been sitting for a while. I ordered a fajita number 26, it was okay but a little cold. I also ordered a tamale, the tamale was not very good. Overall, the tamale outside of the paper was very cold, but we wanted to eat because we had been in the hospital all day. I would not recommend this business. The customer service is very selective on who they want to serve and give good customer service to, Ishmael was very rude and condescending, and when we had to come back in and asked for a bag, he was still doing the same thing of rolling his eyes and making it known that he was annoyed with us. I understand that we all have bad days, but this is not the customer service. Any business should have for people who spent almost $60.
The best restaurant to eat birria and tacos al pastor, on Friday we went for lunch, my daughter ordered birria tacos and I ordered al pastor and it was truly a delight!! What if we go again? Of course we will return, the service, incredible I recommend it 1000????????
Looking inside I could see it was cute and festive. I go through the drivethru. I order the chili relleno burrito. It was so perfect with the balance of every ingredient. They are quite tasty and come with hot sauce if you so desired. I am given the red and the green.( No plastic packets were given) This hot sauce is authentic! The portion is huge as well as a homemade tortilla that it was wrapped in..... Phenomenal! Service is always excellent (and with a smile). It is well worth the price they asked for it. I love mexican food and I have been a few times. I am surprised that the reviews on this place are low, but that doesn't stop me. I have gone to places with a higher review and been disappointed. This is my new favorite go to and I'm so happy that they are open late. I highly recommend!!
It seemed authentic, not that I would know. Overwhelming amount of choices. I went for a chimichanga combo with ground beef.
It was HUGE. Served with rice and beans. The rice seemed bland but the beans were very good. Chimichanga mainly the tortilla but did have some meat inside, guacamole and sour cream on top.
Totally enjoyed the salsa bar. Pico de gallo, super hot sauce, mild salsa, green salsa, etc.
Also totally enjoyed the bright decor! Fun! It was $18 for the combo with a drink. Sort of expensive IMO, even though it was big.
I love the food, I like the customer service that I have received here, this place reminds me of Roberto's in Las Vegas ???????????????????????? only thing I wish is they can expand to a big place it's well deserving. To go orders are good buy ITS NOTHING LIKE EATING HERE IN PERSON FRESH AND HOT ????????and the looks are more appealing in person as well. I usually get Steak but this time I got beef ???? which is still good too.
Really great late night Mexican place. The horchata was amazing, not too sweet, not too milky. Had different types of salsa to choose from. Prices weren’t super cheap but also nothing too crazy. Most plates are between $12-15
The carne asada burrito comes with guac. I ordered extra guac. So of course they gave me none at all.
Service is fast and friendly. Had a #18 carne asada burrito combo. Burrito was really good, thin flour tortilla, steak, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, onion. Rice was kind of dry and salty. Beans with shredded cheese on top were unseasoned and just okay.

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Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM
Tuesday 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM
Wednesday 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM
Thursday 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM
Friday 08:00 AM - 03:00 AM
Saturday 08:00 AM - 03:00 AM
Sunday 08:00 AM - 01:00 AM

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