When it comes to searching for the best burritos in Iowa, you’ve got a lot of taquerias and cantinas to choose from! For some reason, Iowans are really good at making homemade and authentic dishes. One little Mexican Restaurant has earned a reputation for serving up delicious and larger-than-life burritos, and you’ve got to track them down.
If you’re looking for the best burritos in Iowa, head to a tiny hole-in-the-wall in West Des Moines and enjoy a meal at El Rey Burritos.
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Everything on the menu is delicious, and regardless of what you order, you’ll be so happy you found this place.
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Their carne asada tacos are a crowd favorite, and the perfect thing to try for a quick lunch or dinner.
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However, anyone who has come to El Rey will soon realize that they are famous for their absolutely enormous burritos.
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Order yours any way you’d like - stuffed with steak, chicken, chorizo, lengua, or beef. Each meat is perfectly seasoned and mouthwateringly tasty.
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Not only are the burritos here absolutley delicious, but they’re offered up in four enormous sizes.
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Order a regular, super, El Rey, or Rey Rey. The “Rey Rey” is an enormous feast that’s fit for a crowd.
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Seriously - it’s gigantic! The Des Moines Register called it “fit for two kings” and they are absolutely right.
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Address: 1310 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines, IA, 50265
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For more of the most delicious tacos, burritos and fajitas in the Hawkeye State, read 10 Restaurants in Iowa to Get Mexican Food That Will Blow Your Mind.
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