Arcoiris Botanero: Authentic Mexican Flavors & Hearty Portions in Independence, MO

We came for ice cream and it didn’t disappoint! They had plenty of flavor choices, and the samples were huge! The portions for the cones and cups We’re also large! My daughter said the vanilla was the best she’s had in the whole world. Safe to say our whole family enjoyed it!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Arcoiris Botanero, and it was an experience worth sharing. We ordered a variety of dishes, including pozole, chilaquiles verdes, an elote en vaso, and coctel de camarones. To wash it all down, we tried the agua de papaya and pepino con piña. First off, the food was fantastic. The pozole was rich and flavorful, with the perfect balance of hominy and tender meat. The chilaquiles verdes were equally impressive, served with a tangy green sauce that had just the right amount of heat. The elote en vaso was a delightful snack—creamy, cheesy, and with that unmistakable street corn flavor. The coctel de camarones was fresh and vibrant, a refreshing mix of shrimp, avocado, and zesty tomato sauce. The drinks were a highlight too. The agua de papaya was refreshing and not too sweet, while the pepino con piña was a unique blend of flavors that paired surprisingly well. One thing to note: the portions here are generous. The plates are oversized, so come with a big appetite or plan to share. It's a great spot for anyone who loves authentic Mexican cuisine served in hearty portions. Overall, Arcoiris Botanero offers a delicious culinary experience that's worth every bite.

We had not eaten here before but everything on the menu looked good so we decided to try it. I ordered the enchiladas Verde which is 4 chicken enchiladas with rice and beans. The sauce was tangy with a bit of spice, everything was quite tasty. The restaurant has a large ice cream parlor with many options and the prices are extremely reasonable.

I chose this place because I saw the menu online and found it to be very enticing. I tried the Chilindrinas and was quite surprised when it had pickled pig skin in it. My fault though because I don't speak Spanish and didn't better research the ingredients. The menu has a translated list of ingredients but it was listed as pork leg and I expected something different altogether. My friend ordered the chicken Verde enchiladas and the tortillas were very tough (too tough to cut with a fork). The sauce was actually quite spicy!! I tried the beans and hated them. If we go back we will stick with the frozen treats.

Clean, inviting atmosphere, food wasn't bad, I even ate radishes in my tacos. I don't like radishes. The horchata wasn't sandy, nor watery. I liked it.

I ordered the Pinapple Smoothie. Plenty of other choices all made with fresh fruit. Meals and specials also available! Hand crafted decor, hats, and more. If you haven't made it by this nice locally owned restaurant, I encourage taking the time. You won't regret it