Iron Cactus Mexican Grill and Margarita Bar
Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: (214) 749-4766
- Price:
- $$
- Hours:
- Sun 10am-10pm, Mon-Wed 11am-10pm, Thu-Fri 11am-11pm
Editorial Review for Iron Cactus Mexican Grill and Margarita Bar – by Leah Shafer
The Scene
Exposed-brick walls, stylish wood furniture, fireplaces and bright Mexican landscape paintings create an urban, easygoing vibe. The second floor has an open kitchen for tapas and a low-lit bar with a balcony overlooking Pegasus Plaza. The third story is an open-air patio with a full menu and space for mingling. Service is casual, but attentive.
The Food
The menu aims for the same level of hip sophistication as the interior design, with most items featuring some twist on a classic. Spicy jalapeno calamari is served alone or as part of the cactus platter with flautas, quesadillas, spinach-artichoke dip and warm, thick tostadas. Combination fajitas come with side dishes like thick guacamole and bold charro beans. Lower on the spice scale, Santa Fe skewers offer mild chunks of sirloin, Gulf shrimp and fire-grilled vegetables served over Mexican rice.
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Insider Tips
ParkingValet is $6. Street meters are free after 6pm, Monday through Saturday.
What to DrinkIron Cactus has about 80 types of tequila. Try them alone or in a signature El Agave margarita. Frozen margaritas come in lime, strawberry, mango, peach and coconut.
When to GoTraditional brunch gets a Southwestern touch Saturday-Sunday, 10am-2pm. Try the Mexico City Benedict with chipotle hollandaise sauce.
Save MoneyHappy hour is Monday through Friday, 4pm to 7pm, with $2.50 frozen margaritas and domestic beers.
User Reviews for Iron Cactus Mexican Grill and Margarita Bar
04/18/2008 Posted by cbooth1215
I have been 3 times to this location, and each time the food has been amazing, the service was great, and it was just a nice relaxing atmosphere. I even took my family here for my dad's birthday, and we were treated like we were the only people there. I definitely will keep going back because of the food. I love great mexican food, and they definitely have it.
Pros: Atmosphere, Food
Cons: only that it is downtown
03/31/2008 Posted by newtodallas
I recently came to Dallas for a few weeks on a company trip. On one of my first days in Dallas, I went over to the Iron Cactus to have something to eat, and I sat at the bar. While I was waiting on my food and having a drink, I was trying to figure out my way around downtown with this map I recieved from my hotel. The bartender took it upon herself to help me figure out which ares to go to, and which areas to stay away from. I didn't know where to begin looking, and immediately I was given a handful of stuff to do. Not only was their food great, but so was the friendliness of their staff. I will definitely be eating there a lot while I am here in Dallas.
Pros: Nice views and surroundings, friendly staff.
Cons: Not having one where I live.
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