Location: Altoona

Iowa, United States

Country: USA

State: Iowa

County: Polk

Area

• Total: 9.35 sq mi (24.22 km)

• Land: 9.35 sq mi (24.22 km)

• Water: 0 sq mi (0 km)

Elevation: 955 ft (291 m)

Population (2010)

• Total: 14,541

• Estimate (2016): 17,938

• Rank: 26th in Iowa

• Density: 1,555/sq mi (600.5/km)

Time zone: Central (CST) (UTC-6)

• Summer (DST): CDT (UTC-5)

ZIP code: 50009

Area code(s): 515

FIPS code: 19-01630

GNIS feature ID: 0454160

Top Things to do in Altoona

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Best Mexican food near Altoona, Iowa, United States

September 29, 2019 Marianna Hollaway

Find out what Mexican restaurants to try in Altoona. Altoona is a city in Polk County, Iowa, United States and is a part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 14,541 at the 2010 census.
Things to do in Altoona

1. Monterrey Mexican Restaurant

550 36th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009-2626 Mexican Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +1 515-967-5820 http://www.monterrey123.com

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Overall Ratings

4 based on 54 reviews

Reviewed By coopervanning

Stopped in wanting some good old Mexican food. Sadly we missed it. Our Quesochorizo appetizer was a mess on a plate. My tacoâs came super hot but burnt with zero cheese,lettuce or any topping whatsoever. The guys with me experienced the same let downs in their meals including cold tortillas and tasteless meat. The decor of the restaurant is festive and conducive of a fun time out. Beer was served ice cold. Probably would give this place a second chance but a miss this visit.

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2. Pancheros Mexican Grill

3580 8th St SW, Altoona, IA 50009-1017 Mexican +1 515-967-3833 https://www.pancheros.com/locations/altoona

Reviewed By CKT808

This fast food restaurant has made-to-order burritos as well as a few other items on the menu. The tortillas for the burritos are pressed and then briefly grilled before the ingredients are added. I'm not sure our tortilla was cooked quite enough, but I don't know how long it needed to cook. It tasted a little gummy. It was nice to choose our ingredients. When we were at this location, there were only two people working. One of the ladies seemed to be stressed and a little sharp with the customers. The work area needed to be cleaned up, but there were not enough people working to do that. Maybe they usually have more workers. Our burrito tasted fine and the price was reasonable. It was big enough to share.

3. Taco Bell

2639 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA 50009 Mexican Lunch, Dinner +1 515-967-6682 https://locations.tacobell.com/ia/altoona/2639-adventureland-dr.html?utm_source=yext&utm_campaign=yextpowerlistings&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=G160018&utm_content=website

Find your nearby Taco Bell at 2639 Adventureland Dr in Altoona. We're serving all your favorite menu items, from classic burritos and tacos, to new favorites like the $5 Double Stacked Tacos Box, Crunchwrap Supreme, Fiesta Taco Salad, and Chalupa Supreme.

Reviewed By init4keeps

See my review of same date for Taco Johns. The twists are light, airy, and not super sweet. They can be shared among 2-4 people. Service was fairly fast, friendly staff. Prices good, but some higher than other Taco Bell in the area. Marcydiner tantrum scale of 5/5-no screaming kids.

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