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Name: La Tropicana Mexican Market
Telephone: (515) 334-3456

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La Tropicana Mexican Market

About Us

Welcome to La Tropicana Mexican Market, your one-stop destination for authentic Mexican groceries and dining in Urbandale, IA, since 2015. We pride ourselves on delivering a comprehensive service experience that includes a full-service meat counter, a vibrant Hispanic bakery, a well-stocked liquor store, and a cozy restaurant. Inspired by his father's grocery business in Mexico, Jay founded La Tropicana to bring a taste of home and community to Des Moines and Urbandale. As we plan to expand our locations into downtown Des Moines, we warmly invite you to visit us. Experience the flavors of our unique bakery, savor gourmet meats from our counter, and relax with a refreshing drink and delicious dinner on our charming patio. Join us today and become a part of our growing family!

Areas Served

Urbandale, IA | Des Moines, IA | 50 mile radius

Our Professional Associations

Urbandale Chamber of Commerce

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Monday: Half Priced Appetizers, With The Purchase of an Entrée!
Tuesday: $2 Taco Tuesday!
Wednesday: $2.99 Margarita Wednesday!
Thursday: Kids Eat Free, With The Purchase of an Entrée!
Friday: Free Queso Dip With The Purchase of an Entrée!
Saturday: Karaoke Every Other Week

Our Services include:

Half Grocery and Half Restaurant
Full Service Meat Counter
Liquor Store
Money Services
Retail
Patio Dining
Self Serve Ice Cream
Full Service Bar
Pool Table
Dart Board
Fuse Ball
Grab and Go Food
To Go Food
Hispanic Bakery
Door Dash
Grub Hub

Our Brands include:

Money Gram
RIA
Intermix

Our Products include:

Appetizers
Lunch Specials
All Day Breakfast
Vegetarian Options
Burritos
Enchiladas
Seafood
Fajitas
Kid's Menu

Testimonials

On 6/29/2025 Lee Elswick had this to say:
Love this restaurant! Friendly waitresses, and food is actually some of the best Mexican I’ve found in the metro.

On 6/3/2025 Patrick K. had this to say:
La Tropicana Mexican Restaurant is a true gem. From the moment we walked in, the service was remarkably fast and attentive, making us feel instantly welcome. But the real highlight was the food - bursting with authentic flavors and cooked to perfection. The experience didn't end there; we were delighted to discover an attached market where we couldn't resist grabbing some cookies and dessert to enjoy at home, extending the deliciousness of our visit.

On 6/1/2025 Regina Dominguez had this to say:
Very good food with a great store attached.

On 5/4/2025 Stephen Toothman had this to say:
I was pleasantly surprised by how good the food was. And the service was excellent.

On 3/26/2025 Katt had this to say:
(Translated by Google) My daughter told me about this place, and it's absolutely amazing. I'll definitely tell everyone I know about it and will be returning several times in the coming years. I've found my favorite. Thanks, friends! (Original) Mi hija me habló de este lugar y es absolutamente increíble. Definitivamente se lo diré a todo el mundo. sé y estar volviendo varias veces en los próximos años encontré mi favorito ¡Gracias amigos!

Contact Us

La Tropicana Mexican Market
2743 86th St Urbandale, IA 50322
Phone: (515) 334-3456
Email: tropicanamexfood@gmail.com

Right behind Panera on 86th St.

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Android Pay, Apple Pay, Visa, MasterCard, Cash, Debit Cards, American Express, Discover, Personal Checks

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Info

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Special Menu Items