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Cactus Cantina

Mexican Restaurant$$$$

Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington

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Cactus Cantina

7.6^/10

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Ranked #9 for seafood tacos in Washington
"Nachos platters and margaritas are always great."(28 Tips)
"Combo platters and fajitas are huge and reasonably priced."(21 Tips)
"It is delicious here!!! Love you Lorena!"(3 Tips)
"Sangritas if you're feeling feisty."(3 Tips)

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Rob BouknightMarch 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Perfect go to spot for a casual and quality tex-Mex meal or simply to grab a pitcher of frozen margaritas. Amazing fajitas, frozen margaritas, and you really can't go wrong with any menu item.
Upvoted Jan 27
Rob BouknightApril 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Great Tex-Mex food and an ideal location for large parties. Fun, Lively themed ambience with excellent frozen margaritas, fajitas to die for, as well as a strong menu overall. Watch out for waits!
David AmbroseDecember 28, 2019
Been here 10+ times
I’ve been coming here since college (over 15 years) and the homemade flour tortillas are still amazing as well the signature frozen swirl margaritas!
NOM NOM BorisFebruary 5, 2013
stop by for the best fajitas in town and split amazing Fajitas al Carbon with Chicken and Beef (6/5 NOMs). You won't be disappointed. More tips & pics @ nomnomboris.com
Alex HunterJuly 5, 2023
The type of Tex-Mex you’d expect to find on the east coast and I love it for that. Opt for the skinny margarita if you don’t like as sweet. Guac comes with cheese which made me skeptical but it works.
Anton RudnevJuly 18, 2017
Nachos platters and margaritas are always great. Tres Leches is supposed to look simple and taste yummy rather than here it looks fancy but taste doesn't worth to try...
Darrin FriedmanNovember 14, 2011
My favorite Tex-Mex place in DC. Bush senior used to go there all the time. When you order, make sure you ask to heat up the salsa like soup. It will make the meal.
Elvis MontenegroMay 20, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Even though it shares owners with Lauriol Plaza, I love the taste of food and the speediness to get a table. I love their service
Martin PostaJuly 8, 2018
Great food, very good service and value for money. I would gladly return to this place!
G McBJune 27, 2014
Food came out fast, delicious. Waiter gave us extra chips and salsa. Plenty of seating. Perfect for large groups. Margaritas on point!
Fernando LAugust 12, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Best tortilla chips (home made) and spicy tomato sauce in town, by far... and free!!!
NevenkaJune 16, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Great food. In-house made tortillas. Love the salsa/chips while waiting for the food.
Sandy CApril 15, 2015
Veggie fajitas veggie fajitas veggie fajitas! My fave! You can ask for no oil if you're health conscious!
Tammy GordonJune 9, 2013
If you have a pup, get a table outside on the edge & they will bring them water.
Camille WrightMarch 4, 2015
The fajitas are amazing. Great for kids because of the tortilla making machine and the yummy kids menu.
Eric RussoOctober 15, 2010
Never been to DC without stopping here. I consider myself a wing person and normally getting wings at a mexican restaurant is a no-no, but the texas wings here are an absolute must get.
C.J. LiguoriMay 14, 2010
All you need to know is that they have an oil on canvas painting of the Dos Equis man on the way to the men's room. Great food not over done. My wife and have been coming here for close to 20 years.
LilchelpzNovember 26, 2022
Order anything with which you can eat their homemade tortillas.
LaurenJuly 5, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Margs at Guapos are better but the chips and food are the best I've found in NW
Jim LindeAugust 1, 2015
Been here 100+ times
They had salmon and crab enchiladas as a special, very good.
Leandro LageraMay 31, 2016
Lots of young professionals. Nice show. Good beer & good enough Mexican food.
sweetpearacerMarch 22, 2016
Combo platters and fajitas are huge and reasonably priced.
Christopher SacraJune 19, 2012
Worth the wait. The fish tacos are to die for - and I've lived in San Diegi - where the best are.
Jason ThompsonAugust 12, 2013
Fish tacos were out of this world!! Toss in the margarita and pure bliss
Matthew StaehleJuly 8, 2013
The Cantina salad is excellent particularly if your want a good meal but not in/on a tortilla.
Cactus CantinaMay 1, 2014
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Joe GizziOctober 9, 2011
Nice alternative to Lauriol - seeing as they are exactly the same. Bistec cubano and plantains all the way! Sangritas if you're feeling feisty.
Allys CurrieJuly 14, 2013
Enjoy every tasty minute while eating your fajita and drinking your margarita ;)
Alex PriestAugust 5, 2012
Been here 25+ times
It's ALL about the margaritas. And the Sante Fe platter (vegetarian or not, it's AWESOME).
Erick ReyesJanuary 1, 2014
Food was so good! Their was a little wait but it was worth it.
Karin MillerSeptember 16, 2013
Matt is an awesome server! Talk about helping a girl out - he found masking tape for my leftovers box so that it wouldn't leak on my bike ride home.
David AmbroseDecember 31, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Taco platter and homeade tortillas!
Mallie TApril 18, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Hold off on the chips and salsa and use those chips to sop up cheese chile rellenos instead!
Carolina MoralesDecember 15, 2012
Order a frozen margarita is the best ! Ah! And beef fajitas!
Justin BJuly 28, 2013
Been here 25+ times
It's just one of my all time favorites. The best frozen margaritas. Amazing.
Shannon JeropkeSeptember 27, 2011
Good Food, Great Margaritas! And they make their own Tortillas in house! Yummy!
ChrisFebruary 1, 2013
Great good and even better margaritas, stay away from the tasteless enchiladas though.
Brionne GriffinJuly 12, 2015
Margarita shmargarita. The thing to get here is the "Sangrita" 👌🏼
Katelyn HurleyMarch 20, 2011
Been here 50+ times
If you're over 21, when you go here you HAVE to get a margarita. The best in DC. If you're under 21, don't even try to get in with a fake... They scan IDs sometimes, and ALWAYS check them.
JohnJune 27, 2012
Delicious, fun Mexican restaurant and bar. The frozen margarita swirls are delish...no homo.
Jen BurnettJune 23, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Fresh grilled tacos are never a bad choice. Good guacamole, 'ritas and salsa.
Sheri MitchellMay 21, 2013
The Margaritas are a must. The best I've ever had.
Hyatt MamounSeptember 11, 2018
Tamales good; however they don’t allow happy hour unless you sit at the bar. Also, they refuse to split the bill per table.
Eric AndersenJuly 16, 2015
Eat an enormous pepper…if you dare!
Audrey AJanuary 25, 2013
Get a small pitcher of sangria to start your night out right ;P
Wayne JohnsonDecember 2, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Great place and inexpensive. If you're parking in the lot, be mindful of the restricted areas.
Mikhail KrutikovJune 23, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Ask for Con Queso...goes with the nachos just perfect!
Alan CrouchJanuary 22, 2011
Watch out for the bitchy hostess who won't een take your name unless your entire party is in front of her only to give you a buzzer to wait an undisclosed amount of time to be seated
Christopher SotoOctober 8, 2011
Love the pork meat... It is delicious here!!! Love you Lorena! You are the best!!! ;)
Katie GardnerJuly 7, 2010
Great place to order margarita's and enjoy a great meal with friends. Plus they have great queso Read more

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