Mexican food near Irondale, ALIrondale’s short ride to Mexican food
Straight out I-20 east, about 16 minutes. Steak, taco salad and margaritas past the outlets and Bass Pro.
Take I-20 east to exit 140
From Irondale City Hall, follow 20th St N and Kilgore Memorial Drive to I-20.
Go east to exit 140 for US 78 and Leeds.
It’s about 16 minutes and about 10 miles.
It’s the same exit as Bass Pro and the Shops of Grand River.
Keep going east on Parkway Drive for about 2.7 miles.
We’re at 7521 Parkway Dr, by Ashville Road and Leeds Elementary.
Look for the green roof and the big lit sign over the covered front porch.
- Drive time
- About 16 minutes
- Distance
- About 10 miles
- The way in
- I-20 east to exit 140, then Parkway Dr
Steak, salad and a charred jalapeño
Our photos show grilled steak with a charred jalapeño, rice and black beans.
Another shows steak with mushrooms, peppers and onions.
That one comes with rice and refried beans.
From the menu, try the Carne Asada or the Rib-Eye Steak Ranchero.
The Bistec Albañil has bacon, onions and jalapeños.
Want something lighter?
The chicken taco salad comes in a crisp tortilla bowl.
The Guerrero Salad comes with grilled shrimp.
A fish salad is on the menu too.
Not staying?
Call (205) 352-3065 for takeout, or order online for pickup or delivery through DoorDash.
Worth it after the Irondale Cafe
Irondale Cafe, at 1906 1st Ave N, inspired the Whistle Stop Cafe in Fried Green Tomatoes.
Plenty of people stop to see it.
Spent a day around the EWTN studios or historic downtown Irondale?
We’re a quick highway ride away.
Irondale families and friends can fill a table here.
Call (205) 352-3065 first if your group is big.
The TVs are on in the dining room, so catch a game with your plate.
Ask for a margarita rimmed in red chamoy and Tajín.
Easy to order, easy to share
Dips make a good first round.
We have cheese, chorizo, guacamole, spinach, ground beef, bean and pico de gallo.
Flautas come in beef or chicken.
Fried jalapeños are on the starter list too.
Craving tacos?
Tacos al Carbón is on the dinner list, and street tacos include al pastor, asada and carnitas.
Taco Thursday is tacos and a margarita pitcher every Thursday.
Our flyers also list wings in hot, medium, lime pepper and honey BBQ.
Dine in, take it home or bring the whole team.
Birthdays, meetings and family celebrations are welcome.
The dining room is lime green and orange, with papel picado banners overhead.
Soups are on the menu too.
Pick black bean, chicken, shrimp or seafood.
Takeout is simple.
Call (205) 352-3065 and tell us what you’d like to pick up.
Around Irondale
- Irondale Cafe
- EWTN studios
- Historic downtown Irondale
- Shades Valley High School
What to order
Questions from Irondale
How far is it from Irondale?
About 16 minutes, about 10 miles.
Take I-20 east to exit 140, then Parkway Drive about 2.7 miles to 7521 Parkway Dr.
Do you have a salad?
Yes.
The chicken taco salad comes in a crisp tortilla bowl, and the menu lists a Guerrero Salad with grilled shrimp and a fish salad.
Hungry? Call ahead.
Order for pickup, ask about a big group, or just tell us you’re on your way.