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Nelly's Mexican Food in St Joseph

Nelly's Mexican Food in St Joseph

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Nelly's Mexican Food, the premier Mexican restaurant in St Joseph, MO, invites you to experience the authentic flavors of Mexico. Located at 4506 SE U.S. Hwy 169, our cozy eatery is dedicated to serving up delicious, made-from-scratch dishes that will transport your taste buds south of the border. From savory tacos and burritos to mouthwatering enchiladas and fajitas, our menu is designed to satisfy any craving. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients, carefully selected to ensure every bite is bursting with flavor. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, Nelly's Mexican Food is the perfect destination. As a family-owned and operated Mexican restaurant, we take pride in providing exceptional service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Our friendly staff is always happy to recommend their favorite dishes or accommodate special requests. So why wait? Come visit us today and discover why Nelly's Mexican Food is the go-to spot for Mexican cuisine in St Joseph, MO.

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HollywoodSaint 57 -Google user

Edited 4 years ago

Not to bad. Food was delicious. Im from Los Angeles where Mexican food is everywhere so I give it a thumbs up 👍 UPDATE: Just ordered the steak, chicken & shrimp fajitas with a side of Pico de gallo.....super yummy 😋 5 stars are completed. Super...Read More

Labib M -Google user

2 years ago

The food was amazing , I can say that was the best Mexican food that I had

Atmosphere: 5

Jerry McFalls -Google user

2 years ago

Excellent food, old style Mexican restaurant.

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Mat Turner -Google user

4 years ago

I really love this place. I never pass up an opportunity to chow down some delicious food when I roll through this zip code. Very friendly staff and they know how to put me in my comfort zone with an incredible Tequila Sunrise...Read More

ilia u. -Google user

a year ago

Stopped for my 34 at Love's nearby. Nelly's is a place totally worth getting your dog-tired butt out of that sleeper. Have a short walk and enjoy the genuine mexican cuisine spiced with friendly service and relaxing atmosphere.

Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5Nachos, Flan, Chips SalsaPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Charles Njongoro Gachie -Google user

3 years ago

Stopped by at Love's Travel Center and nearby was this cozy Mexican restaurant that I walked to. The waiter and I believe the owners who run the restaurant were so friendly. I ordered my food and when it arrived to be served I was just wowed...Read More

Lucky Luciano -Google user

4 years ago

Service is on point. I hadn't had enchiladas in a while so I was totally craving them. Oh, and you have to get the shrimp cocktail, delicious! Also taking a flan to go because the serving size was way more than enough for me. Enjoy...Read More

Edith M -Google user

2 years ago

Food was so good! Got fajitas and my husband go enchiladas, to-go. Called it in and only had to wait 10 minutes to pick it up. Will eat here again next time we're in town!

Take outDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lot

Adora Gammon -Google user

6 years ago

Great place! It’s clean, and the owners are wonderful! The food is great with a PNW style seasoning; of which I am accustomed. Also, the artwork displayed is beautiful! Must stop! 🙂 …

Paul Thomas Presley -Google user

6 years ago

Very tasty, recommend the grilled fresh jalapeños. Great folks, good food

Abdihakim Ismail -Google user

2 years ago

Delicious foods I got chicken fajita and lemonade sooo yummy,I wish i can stay here tomorrow.

Karan Singh -Google user

8 months ago

I stopped by Love’s Travel Center and found a cozy Mexican restaurant nearby that I walked to. The waiter and, I believe, the owners were incredibly friendly. When my food arrived, I was truly impressed—not just by the presentation and taste but also by the outstanding...Read More

Том Родриго -Google user

2 months ago

I ordered fiesta fajitas ( triple meat) for one person, I ate it 3 times , it’s the biggest and delicious fajitas I have ever ate . Only for 23$

Atmosphere: 5

Rafael Rodriguez Moreno -Google user

a year ago

Without any hesitation this has to be hands down the best authentic Mexican restaurant around this area which is family owned. Absolutely delicious food serve here walking distance from Love’s Travel Center so if you’re a Truck driver yourself and spending time park just take a...Read More

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Chips Salsa, Chicken Steak & Shrimp Fajitas Mixtas, Chicken Soup with RicePlenty of parkingFree parking lot

khasanboy madaminov -Google user

3 years ago

I very liked this restaurant, I eated too much and then got food to go also,I just paid 25$. Not expensive here,very friendly and meals are very delicious

Dine inDinner$20–30

Francisco Rosado -Google user

6 years ago

Excellent food. Absolutely delicious. 100% place to be. Very clean. Very nice atmosphere.

Clarence Mcclure -Google user

3 years ago

Excellent food and service had there Pork Verde burrito and 2 tacos

Alexia Adams -Google user

a month ago

Came here for a first time tonight for dinner and I loved it!! Very kind people and the food was very good. Will definitely be back!

$10–20Atmosphere: 5Reservations not requiredVery quiet3-4 people

Be Me -Google user

4 months ago

One of the best Mexican food in town hands down. More authentic then most. Always one of my top favorites

Atmosphere: 5

Careful Driver -Google user

a month ago

Was the only one in the restaurant. This is a humble family business please support them by coming by more often.

Atmosphere: 5

Al Mar -Google user

a month ago

Excellent food very good people, some of the best Mexican food around.

$20–30Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkSuitable for all group sizesIndoor dining area, Booth seating, Private dining roomHighly recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishesPlenty of parking

Johnny Frederick -Google user

a year ago

I never would have expected Mexican food that was so authentic in St. Joseph, MO! Being born and raised in Southern California, I tend to have high standards for Mexican food. The food was amazing! The owners were welcoming and very polite. It was a...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Cheese Enchiladas, Chips Salsa, Enchilada Dinner

Kristen Hovey -Google user

2 weeks ago

Great flavor, great family restaurant.

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 4

Cherakee Serrano -Google user

3 years ago

Me and my husband are cross country truck drivers and hate that we can’t find good food on the road.We stopped here and enjoyed our food so much.We got 2 tamales 🫔 and my husband had enchiladas.The platters come w rice n beans too. …

Kelly Olson-Mills -Google user

a year ago

Oh W0W!!!!! Gracias, That was very good food, some of the best I ever had in the whole country. Hey all the Truckers at Love's come on down and get some awesome food, it's …

Paul Sais -Google user

a year ago

Great food, great customer service. This family owned restaurant is worth checking out. The salsa is flavorful and my food was served piping hot.

jvelic -Google user

7 months ago

One of the best places I’ve been to in a long while. Great food. Great service.

B Hvnr -Google user

3 years ago

This wasn't the first time we went to Nelly's although this time my husband went and picked up the food it was still excellent and larger than any that we have gotten from any Mexican restaurant that we have ever been to and more authentic....Read More

Laurie Ann -Google user

4 years ago

Amazing chips and salsa. Amazing food. We travel a lot and my husband was unsure because we were the only people in there. It was 3:30 pm. Everything was fresh and great! Best salsa ever. Wish they sold it by the gallon. They...Read More

Andrea Martin -Google user

8 years ago

My boyfriend and I are long haul truckers and we don't always get to eat and good sit down restaurants. Mostly we have fast food. So it's great this place is right next to a truck stop. The service was great, very friendly staff and...Read More

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