Barrio Burrito Bar Expands to West Des Moines with a Fresh Twist on Tex-Mex Classics

DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 25, 2025 // PRNewswire // -- Barrio Burrito Bar is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest location in West Des Moines. The new restaurant invites guests to build their perfect burrito, bowl, quesadilla, or taco with a wide selection of proteins, toppings, and house-made salsas prepared fresh every day.

Meet the Local Owner:

The West Des Moines Barrio Burrito Bar is owned and operated by Sonal, Vishal, and Amit Patel. Sonal and Amit have lived in Ames, Iowa since 2006, putting down deep roots in the community. The new West Des Moines location will be the trio's second in the area.

For Sonal, franchising was a natural next step. She has always had an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for supporting small businesses – a drive she cultivated during her accounting career. Her experience working with businesses in the hotel, retail, and construction industries gave her a strong foundation in operations and strategy, knowledge she now brings to every Barrio Burrito Bar she opens.

Amit also brings extensive experience in business ownership. Before moving to Ames, he owned convenience stores in Florida, and he continued his entrepreneurial journey in Iowa by owning and operating a prominent hotel in Ames.

Vishal has also laid deep roots in the community, having lived in Ankeny since 2014. He brings extensive experience in business development across the construction, healthcare, and hospitality industries. He joined the venture because of his passion for Mexican cuisine, and his successful history of building thriving businesses provides him with the perfect experience to help expand the brand across Iowa and beyond.

"We decided to bring Barrio Burrito Bar to Des Moines because we saw a need for real Tex-Mex flavor," said Sonal. "At all our locations, we focus on great service, fresh ingredients, and generous portions. There are other places out there, but nothing beats the experience we give our customers."