La Mesa Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ( 1807 reviews )
$10–20
3036 S Expressway St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, United States
+1 712-256-2762
La Mesa Mexican Restaurant, located at 3036 S Expressway St, Council Bluffs, is a delightful eatery that has garnered enthusiastic acclaim from its patrons. Many reviews highlight the restaurant’s efficient service and the warm, inviting atmosphere created by its friendly staff. A standout mention is Mirabel, a waitress known for her kindness that enhances the dining experience. Guests rave about the food, describing it as "amazing" with fast service that does not compromise on quality. The vegetable fajitas and potato enchilada combo, praised for their delicious flavors and variety, cater well to both traditional and vegan preferences. The ability to accommodate dietary needs without sacrificing taste is a notable highlight. Returning customers share heartfelt stories, including special occasions celebrated at La Mesa, further emphasizing the restaurant's commitment to making each dining experience memorable. With delicious food, outstanding service, and a welcoming environment, La Mesa Mexican Restaurant proves to be a must-visit for anyone in the area looking to enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great beer selection
    • Great cocktails
    • Great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Food
    • Happy-hour drinks
    • Happy-hour food
    • Late-night food
    • Organic dishes
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Catering
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Groups
    • Tourists
    • University students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For La Mesa Mexican Restaurant

Kenzie Barton
May 25,2025
The food was amazing and came out so fast. The real highlight was our waitress Mirabel-her kindness and service made the experience great :)
Jason Baumann
May 7,2025
Great food and service. I highly recommend
Jessika Hiers (Starrush Anubiska)
Apr 29,2025
We've gone here for a few years now, the food is always good, and the staff are always really nice. Update: came back for my birthday (it's a few days after my mom's ) and they really made it special Really appreciate it you all, thank you.
G P
Apr 28,2025
This really hit the spot. I was so surprised by the delicious flavor and vegetable variety on the vegetable fajita. My wife had a super flavorful potato enchilada combo. The service was spot on, especially considering they were closing in 25 minutes when we arrived. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a good vegan Mexican meal in the area.
Xatyiswa Exy Maqashalala
Apr 24,2025
A very friendly place. Our food was served very fast. The food is delicious. The cocktails are great
Emily Bovan
Apr 6,2025
Visited for dinner last week and had a great time. The portions are huge! The food was delicious and service was good. The food came out very fast.
James
Mar 31,2025
This place was really great. The food was incredible. Most of my life in Texas and this was the best chicken fajita quesadilla I have ever had, and the taste was real and like you would expect homemade. The cheese used was incredible and tasty. Loaded with chicken and the veggies. The decor matched the theme and the bar area was stocked and looked really nice. Will definitely be coming back.
Jessica
Mar 18,2025
We stopped in for lunch during a drive from Canada to North Carolina and will definitely be back someday! The food was fantastic and everything inside just looked so beautiful. We all had a great time and really enjoyed everything we ordered. No issues whatsoever

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