Festival Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ( 529 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
631 Duquesne Rd, Joplin, MO 64801, United States
+1 417-206-0704

Festival Mexican Restaurant, located at 631 Duquesne Rd in Joplin, MO, offers a vibrant blend of authentic Mexican flavors that patrons rave about. While its prices may lean towards the higher side, regulars like Clarissa D emphasize that the quality and taste more than justify the cost. From perfectly seasoned shredded chicken stews packed with peppers and onions to craveable beef tacos, each dish promises a culinary delight.

Reviewers consistently praise the atmosphere and service. Mark Chamberlin enjoys the indulgent Carlos Plate featuring shrimp, bacon, cheese, and steak, complemented by expertly crafted margaritas. The decor, complete with a photo booth, adds a fun twist to the dining experience. J.D. Shikles appreciates the restaurant's cleanliness and fresh ingredients, with standout margaritas that elevate his visits.

For those seeking genuine Mexican cuisine, James Hustis couldn’t be happier. He relished a variety of dishes from the Super Cena, highlighting the Chili Relleno and tamale, adorned with a delectable sauce. All the while, attentive service from hosts like Yuri ensures an enjoyable experience from the moment diners step in.

Festival Mexican Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone craving quality Mexican dishes in a welcoming atmosphere.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has drive-through
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Festival Mexican Restaurant

Clarissa D
Jun 14,2025
Absolutely Delicious! This place may not be the cheapest place for Mexican food in Joplin, but the taste and quality is worth it. Everything I tried was perfectly seasoned. The shredded chicken is stewed with peppers and onions and is so tasty. The beef tacos, while a little greasy, have a very craveable flavor.
mark Chamberlin
Jun 6,2025
Amazing service The Carlos Plate... Shrimp, bacon, cheese, steak. Plus my margarita.... The decor is amazing and there is a photo booth to get selfies. Omg, the greatest bar too. This is our second time and every time was amazing.
J.D. Shikles
May 21,2025
There's a lot of competition in the Mexican food segment in Joplin and carthage. In my opinion this is one of the better ones. It's not a fancy place. But it's always exceptionally clean. The food is always fresh and really good. And they make a mean margarita... What more could you ask for ??
Jo Novak
Apr 30,2025
Looked for a Mexican restaurant with good reviews & this one popped up. I was about 4 minutes away, so.... My Taco Salad Fajitas was very good!!
James Hustis
Apr 21,2025
If your looking for authentic Mexican food then look no further. This place has the best of the best. Girlfriend had 4 shrink tacos rice and beans which were amazingly delicious. The ingredients were perfect and seasoning was out of this world. I had the Super Cena which was a variety of different items. The Chlli Relleno was awesome with this really tasty sauce. The Tamale had a similar sauce with seasoned beef that was the best ever. Then came the enchilada that was beyond super delicious. The Chalupa was to die for and they toss in a hard shell beef taco rounding out an awesome meal. Our host Yuri is the best of the best. Your in good hand as soon as you arrive because she will make sure everything is perfect. So treat yourselves to a great meal and get over there .a.s.a.p. You'll be glad you did.
Marie MacDonald
Apr 14,2025
We just moved here from SE Texas and we have been missing Mexican Cuisine! My son and I tried Festival the other day and asked if they happen to make Pozole. They said not usually, so we ordered other dishes. We were so happy with our food, so delicious! Everyone was so lovely and nice! At the end of our meal They told us, “come back Friday and we will have pozole made for you.” We brought the whole family in today (Friday) for pozole and they had it homemade just for us!!! It was so amazing and it made me so happy! I love supporting local and they have my business forever!! Thank you THANK YOU!!!
Paul Cate
Apr 8,2025
Folks, their street tacos are fantastic plus their chips are just the right texture and always fresh .
Aaron Bard
Mar 25,2025
This is the best authentic Mexican restaurant I’ve ever eaten at. The portions are big, the food is delicious, the waiter was fast and very courteous! I’m just impressed!

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