Malo

Malo is a latin american restaurant Downtown Des Moines Des Moines located in United States.

8 / 10
171
ratings
  • Phone

    (515) 244-5000

  • Website

    malodesmoines.com

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  • Type

    Latin American Restaurant

Address

900 Mulberry St Des Moines , IA 50309 United States

Credit Cards Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 38


Keywords:

tacos sangria margaritas trendy good for dates good for groups outdoor seating great value brunch food good for special occasions social club dinner lunch chips and salsa syrup jalapeños short bread trucks
Kim Wall

Malo is a well thought out restaurant with an impressive menu. The margaritas as fresh and not full of artificial stuff. The guacamole and empanadas are outstanding. I look forward to many visits!

Shane Smith

First time ever trying the chicken and waffles . The waffle was light and flakey the chicken was breaded lite and juicy..In short the combo is just amazing with the syrup one of the best meals ever

Hope Johnson

George Formaro does it again. All 8 people in our party LOVED their lunch . One plans to go back this weekend to try something else from the menu. Lunch was not at all pricey , quality was outstanding.

Eleni Achrazoglou

I got a veggie , a chili relleno , and a carnitas taco . Carnitas was my favorite, but all were good! Corn tortillas made them messy to eat so I wouldn't order that on a first date or business meeting.

Nathan Wright

Love the tacos at Malo! My personal favorites are the chorizo and chipotle shrimp . Comic book lovers: head next door to Capes Kafé after your meal.

Drew Van Woert ????

Can't go wrong with Al Pastor Tacos and jalapeño creamed corn and it's pretty cool that we get to eat where the fire trucks were parked for many years.

Elizabeth Nicol

Oh my gato! The sangria is the best I've ever had! Once again proof that bad is really good. Love Malo!

Sarafina Benton

Pumpkin seed encrusted chicken is fabulous. Skirt steak off the wood fire grilled was not great ( a little chewy). Good apps.

Justin Ehrecke

Try a mix of different tacos ! I had 3 types and all were great! Excellent value

Yoshi Yosh

Amazing food def go with the al pastor tacos and the barbacoa enchilada and seafood nachos

Patrick O'Brien

Excellent Latin food and drinks at the Des Moines Social Club

Russ G

Dos Pescados : Best fish tacos in Des Moines. I've tried every one I could find. This is it.

Ezra Katz

Chicken enchiladas are the best I've ever had, it's the only thing that I ever have.

Allison Trebacz

Chips and salsa are to die for, and don't be afraid to order two tacos or ten.

Otis Khounlo

Get the Churritos. It's all about the chocolate sauce.

Niki B

The seafood nachos are the best that I've ever had!

Ezra Katz

Queso is amazing. Get the salsa trio, three salsas for $3.

Katherine M

Great food, lovely atmosphere. The new social club is wonderful!

Shane Smith

Seafood nachos are amazing. Also recommend any of th salads

Roma Niduaza

Shrimp ceviche and calamari are the best!

Douglas Choi

The patio lies perfectly in the shade during lunch in the summer.

Jenn Goodell

The chipotle shrimp tacos are awesome, as are the margaritas

Tony

The tacos might be small but they are loaded. Two go a long way. Service tends to take awhile so don't bank on a quick meal .

Tina Marzan

Great brunch ! Mac and cheese were amazing!

Shawn

Atmosphere, drinks, tasty menu

Sarah Hinzman

Don't skip the cubans and coffee .

Mark McDowell

Great tacos & entrees.

Early Turner

Veggie tacos are to die for.

Justin Carter

Unlimited tacos on Sunday.

Andrea Burke

Seafood nachos are amazing!

Thomas

Food is a little pricey . Tacos are your best bet.

Ezra Katz

Chicken enchiladas are amazing

Ezra Katz

Chicken enchiladas and the queso !

Krisha Marcano

Lettuce shell tacos ? Awesome!

M H

Malo was excellent.

Tim Donovan

Mmm.....Good....

Queen Pimp

Just like the name- Bad.

Mike Rideout

I won't be back anytime soon. Drinks are overpriced and this is Mex-American food not worth the price.

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