Welcome to La Mesa Mexican Restaurant in Papillion
Located in the heart of the community at 829 Tara Plaza, Papillion, NE 68046, La Mesa Mexican Restaurant stands as a welcoming destination for those seeking authentic flavors and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Our establishment is built upon a foundation of culinary tradition, where the vibrant spirit of Mexican cuisine meets the comfort of local hospitality. Whether you are planning a casual lunch with colleagues, a celebratory dinner with family, or simply looking for a place to unwind after a busy day, our doors are open to provide a memorable dining experience that reflects the rich heritage of our kitchen.
At La Mesa, we believe that great food is the cornerstone of every gathering. Our team is dedicated to sourcing quality ingredients to ensure that every dish served carries the authentic essence of Mexican cooking. We take pride in our role within the Papillion neighborhood, striving to create a space where guests feel like part of our extended family. From the moment you step inside, you will notice our commitment to creating a relaxed environment where the focus remains on good company, attentive service, and the enjoyment of well-prepared meals.
What Makes Our Dining Experience Unique
We understand that our guests have many choices when it comes to dining out, which is why we focus on the elements that define a truly satisfying meal. Our approach is centered on consistency, quality, and the genuine warmth of our staff. Here are a few reasons why patrons choose to visit us at Tara Plaza:
Authentic Culinary Traditions: Our menu is crafted to honor the diverse flavors of Mexico, utilizing time-honored techniques that bring out the best in every ingredient. We focus on balancing spices and textures to create dishes that are both familiar and exciting to the palate.
A Welcoming Atmosphere: We have designed our space to be comfortable for groups of all sizes. Whether you are visiting for a quick bite or settling in for a long conversation, our layout and service style are intended to make you feel right at home.
Commitment to Local Service: Being part of the Papillion community is important to us. We prioritize friendly, efficient service to ensure that every guest leaves with a positive impression and a desire to return.
Focus on Freshness: We emphasize the importance of preparation, ensuring that our kitchen maintains high standards for every order that leaves the line. By focusing on the fundamentals of cooking, we aim to provide a reliable and enjoyable experience every time you visit.
Join Us for Your Next Meal
The experience of dining at La Mesa Mexican Restaurant is about more than just the food on the plate; it is about the moments shared around the table. We invite you to visit us at 829 Tara Plaza to discover the flavors and hospitality that define our restaurant. Our staff is always ready to welcome new faces and greet our regulars with the same level of care and enthusiasm. We look forward to serving you soon and becoming a regular part of your dining routine in Papillion. Thank you for choosing to spend your time with us, and we hope to see you at our tables very soon.
Amenities and More
Menus
Appetizers
OUR FAMOUS CHEESE DIP AND CHIPS
BEEF, BEAN, CHICKEN OR MIXED NACHOS
QUESADILLA
FRESH GUACAMOLE AND CHIPS
JALAPENO POPPERS
TOSTADITAS DE CEVICHE
SHRIMP COCKTAIL
CHILI CHEESE FRIES
CHEESE NACHOS
Soups & Salads
DE LA MESA SALAD
CHIPOTLE SALAD
GUACAMOLE SALAD
FRUIT SALAD
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
POZOLE SOUP
Entrees
ENCHILADAS SUIZAS
MOLCAJETE
CHIMICHANGA
POLLO A LA CREMA
CHILAQUILES MEXICANOS
ENCHILADAS DE MESA
BURRITO DE LA MESA
ENCHILADAS RANCHERAS
ENCHILADAS MEXICANAS
TACO SALAD
NACHO FAJITAS
QUESADILLA DE FAJITAS
CHILE VERDE-COLORADO
STEAK CHARRO
TORTA
BURRITO GIGANTE
PASTA ALA MESA
CARNITAS
CARNE ASADA
POLLO ASADO
Taqueria Corner
CARNE ASADA
CARNITAS
POLLO ASADO
AL PASTOR
BIRRIA
TILAPIA BAJA
FAJITA CHICKEN OR STEAK
BARBACOA
CAMPECHANO
CAMARON
TILAPIA
CHORIZO
SHREDDED BEEF
CHORIZO CON HUEVO
BEAN AND QUESO FRESCO
POTATOES
GROUND BEEF
SHREDDED CHICKEN
Fajitas
ESPECIAL DE LA MESA
FAJITA JALISCO
FAJITAS CANCUN
FAJITA VEGETARIANA
HOUSE FAJITA
FAJITA RANCHERA
Gulf of Mexico Dishes
CABO SHRIMP
SHRIMP COCKTAIL
CAMARONES A LA DIABLA
ENCHILADAS ACAPULCO
BURRITO DE CAMARON
TILAPIA AL MOJO DE AJO
ORDEN DE CEVICHE
EL PATRON
MANGO FISH
QUESADILLA DE CAMARONES
MAZATLAN
Kids
TACO
ENCHILADA
BURRITO
QUESADILLA
NACHOS
HAMBURGER
CHEESEBURGER
CHICKEN FINGERS
Desserts
CHOCO FLAN
CHEESE CAKE
FLAN
FRIED ICE CREAM
ICE CREAM
SOPAPILLA
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Reviews La Mesa Mexican Restaurant
Brandi Blum
22-06-2026
We had a perfect evening on the patio and enjoyed the chicken suiza enchiladas. I added a vegetable enchilada this time and WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED!! If you like fajitas, you'll love them (my mouth is watering just thinking about it!) We love … More
Travis Lieb
05-06-2026
I love La Mesa. Great food and great service every time. I don't know if it's authentic. I think it's great. I'm never disappointed. More
Micah Perkins
24-05-2026
We had a business night out at La Mesa in Papillion and experienced great service and great food. My wife and I split the single fajitas. It was a perfect amount and perfectly fresh. There were no complaints, just compliments from our team! More
Jesse Jasnoch
16-04-2026
The service was impeccable.
The drink was amazing.
The food was delicious. … More
Kristine Joy
12-04-2026
This was the first time my husband and I had dinner here. Don't get me wrong, the food is really good, but I ordered a chimichanga and the size of it was no larger than a taco. I was hoping to take home leftovers. I feel that they fill up the plate with beans and rice so they can justify charging $15.00. I would have given 5 stars. More
Paul Zimmerman
05-04-2026
I got a to go order. It was barely edible. They forgot their famous cheese on my nachos that cost $15. I would not recommend it and I will not be back. More
Armani
12-03-2026
Kind of bland, but consistent quality meals. There may be better options nowadays, but I've never had a bad experience at any La Mesa location. More
Jesse Jasnoch
15-02-2026
The service was impeccable.
The drink was amazing.
The food was delicious.
Great Paloma!!
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
USD 30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Moderate noise
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace, Booth seating
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Emilia Datz
23-01-2026
Food was good. I got the Birria Jalisco and the shrimp ceviche tostadas. The ceviche was disappointing. No flavor on the shrimp at all. Needs salt, lime, and have it soaking in Clamato. I swear it’s served in water. But everything else was really good. The server was fast and nice. More
Sandy R
19-12-2025
Always great service and fantastic food. We are regulars! Fajitas Jalisco, La Mesa Cheese Dip and House Margaritas are always perfect.
Choco Teioh
11-12-2025
Always amazing food and staff. The fajitas are the best I've ever had. Not to mention filling and plenty of leftovers for a decent price. Thank you so much for authentic food with exceptional service.
Daydreanne Loftis
10-12-2025
The service was friendly and prompt. The food was hot and the chicken juicy.
By far, my favorite thing was the flight of margaritas where you can pick from … More
Small Guy Promotions
01-12-2025
The food was good and or waitress was nice. I loved my carne asada taco! The corn appetizer that we tried wasn't my favorite, but everything else was on par. … More
Craig McCaslin
20-11-2025
Good food, large menu and selections! Service was great! Good margaritas.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Reservations not required
Noise level
Moderate noise
Maddie Fennell
24-10-2025
Pretty "white bread" Mexican food. Taco didn't even have seasoned meat & shell was greasy.
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Fitz Johnson
23-10-2025
Love the food and service. Just make sure to visit the one in Papillion it is way better than the Bellevue location. More
Ken Jackson
07-10-2025
We always have a good experience at this place. We have always used the store in Bellevue because it's closer, but I'm pretty sure I like the feel of the store on 84th street better. Newer store doesn't matter but it feels much cleaner … More
Craig McCaslin
04-09-2025
Good food, large menu and selections! Service was great! Good margaritas.
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Grace Delahunty
18-08-2025
I didn’t have the best experience at the Bellevue location, so I decided to give the Papillion location a try. The food here was definitely better than the other location. We ordered the La Mesa fajitas, and they were decent…well cooked, … More
Alexander K
13-08-2025
Margaritas are very potent at this place. We enjoyed service and chips and salsa, unfortunately we had food at another place before coming here for drinks, but this place’s menu looks appetizing and very appealing. What we did get to try is … More
Daisha Graves
26-07-2025
Just ordered from here through door dash and they completely forgot to put any queso on the chimichangas we ordered. Super bummed. Especially for $17 each. Not impressed. Have never had this happen when we order from the other la mesas in town. More
Maddie Fennell
09-07-2025
Pretty "white bread" Mexican food. Taco didn't even have seasoned meat & shell was greasy.
Food: 1
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 2
Gino
06-07-2025
We all have our handful of "tried & true" places that we keep going to for several reasons usually...
•Great quality food … More
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