Monday

Closed

Tuesday

5 pm - 8 pm

Wednesday

5 pm - 9 pm

Thursday

5 pm - 9 pm

Friday

5 pm - 10 pm

Saturday

5 pm - 10 pm

Sunday

5 pm - 8 pm

About

El Cactus delivers a robust selection of authentic Mexican culinary staples centered on meticulously prepared tacos. Each dish incorporates traditional spice profiles and fresh ingredients, emphasizing bold textures and deep, savory flavors characteristic of regional Mexican street food. The kitchen staff prioritizes the use of charred meats, vibrant salsas, and freshly pressed tortillas to ensure structural integrity and flavor density in every bite. Patrons engage with a menu that focuses on classic flavor combinations rather than fusion experimentation. The physical environment features a minimalist aesthetic that places full attention on the vibrancy of the food presented. This focus on standard preparation techniques results in a consistent output that satisfies the core requirements of those seeking established Mexican culinary profiles in a functional, straightforward setting.

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*as of 2026-07-15

4.4 220 ratings

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El Cactus is widely recognized for its beautiful atmosphere, scenic river views, and festive decor, making it a popular destination for those seeking a lively dining experience. While many guests praise the authentic and delicious menu items, particularly the tacos, enchiladas, and cocktails, feedback regarding the quality of food and service remains mixed. Some diners highlight friendly, attentive staff and high-quality meals, whereas others report inconsistent service, long wait times, and occasional issues with missing menu ingredients or noise levels. As the restaurant does not accept reservations, patrons often find themselves waiting outside, which can be challenging during inclement weather or busy periods. Although opinions on value and portion sizes vary, many visitors consider it a charming, worthwhile spot that captures a unique summer vibe, with several guests expressing their intention to return for the overall experience.

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Ginette

5.0

Super, c'était notre première fois. Un mardi, wow les cocktails, la guacamole & les trois différents tacos à essayer. Je le recommande.

May 25, 2026

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Pierre

5.0

J'ai adoré !!!
Les cocktails étaient tellement bons.
Les plats sont délicieux & copieux (on peut même partir avec une petite boîte si on arrive pas à tout finir).
Le personnel de salle est accueillant, rapide & efficace.
Le décor est vraiment sympa.
& le prix n'est pas trop dispendieux pour la qualité (2 boissons par personne, entrée & plat principal : environ 60$ chacun)
Pensez à arriver tôt car il n'y a pas de réservation.

Une découverte pour nous, & on ne manquera pas d'y retourner régulièrement.

Sep 28, 2025

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Alexander

4.0

We had a nice time on their terrasse facing the river. The nachos appetizer is big & loaded with toppings. The cocktails are great & they're not stingy on the liquor. The enchiladas & tostadas were authentic & delicious!

Our only complaint is that it took them about 50 minutes to bring the bill after we had finished our meals- it was a Saturday evening, but people were waiting outside for a table.

Aug 12, 2025

on Google

Mario

5.0

Nice place , but no reservations makes it a bit stressful however it went well , showed up at 5 left around 7 on a Sunday & it was almost full but not , the food delicious , cocktail delicious, nice outdoor terrace , inside well decorated... Service was friendly & quick ....

Jul 22, 2025

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Celine

3.0

Nourriture délicieuse mais manque de finition au niveau du service car on n'a même pas eu le temps de prendre un cocktail & on était sortis

Jun 22, 2025

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Tyler

5.0

The cocktails are very excellent definitely 5 out of 5 n the food was excellent

Sep 7, 2024

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Julissa

5.0

Great service, nice music, good cocktails. We stopped here just as a random pick on the road, but we were really impressed with the yummy food & cocktails. The Sunday menu is a set menu tapas style, highly recommended 👌

Jun 10, 2024

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Roxanne

5.0

Belle découverte pour moi sans devoir aller à Montréal pour retrouver les goûts traditionnels de la cuisine mexicaine. Que dire des cocktails 🤤🙌🏼 ils sont DÉLICIEUX!! Il en a autant pour les goûts salés que ceux plus sucrés. J'y suis allée un mardi où il y a la promotion tacos à 5$. Je m'étais dit que la qualité/quantité y serait peut être diminuée mais aucunement!! Je recommande à qui aime bien la cuisine authentique du Mexique, d'y aller rapidement 🌮 💚🤍❤️

Apr 17, 2024

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Chantale

5.0

J'ai vraiment adoré. Je pensais au début que c'était juste de la cuisine épicée. & bien non. La nourriture était très bonne. & les cocktails j'en ai jamais bu des aussi bons. Le service était très bien. & oui je vais y retourner assurément 😉

Apr 13, 2024

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Andrey

3.0

IDK what happened this time but the pirata cocktail that I always take at this place was not so great, the taste wasn't balanced. My wife's drink wasn't prepared well as well & when she told that to the waitress she started to convince us that this is okay, we returned it & asked to redo, food was so-so beef tacos were great but the chicken shrimp wasn't, chicken was overcooked & dry. We ended up with a 125$ bill without tips for two people. At the end this was great evening, will come back to El Cactus 😜

Mar 16, 2024

on Google

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