Iron Cactus Mexican Restaurant, Grill and Margarita Bar

Established in 1996 on historic Sixth Street the Iron Cactus Mexican Restaurant, Grill and Margarita Bar has been serving contemporary Mexican food for over 20 years. We draw our inspiration for our cuisine from various regions in Mexico. The Iron Cactus can be found in 3 locations across Texas...

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  • Phone

    (210) 224-9835

  • Website

    ironcactus.com

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  • Type

    Mexican Restaurant

Address

200 River Walk Suite 100 San Antonio , TX 78205 United States

Reservations Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Music Live Music
TouchTunes Jukebox Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 77


Keywords:

margaritas Mexican food tequila happy hour flight options good for dates tortilla soup gluten-free food chicken tamales brisket quesadillas scenic views casual pork good for a quick meal bar dinner queso juice
Valentino Rosas

This place is really good. Love their salsa , both the warm and the cold salsa and their vanilla bean flan is amazing. Service was a bit slow though.

Hannah Alkadi

The queso is the best I've ever had. I got that with the steak fajitas and have since become a happier person.

Alexandra Prince

I really enjoyed the sizzling fajitas with herb grilled vegetables . They are vegan and still have amazing flavor! With the cilantro lime rice and black beans it made a great combo. Highly recommended!

Laura Ramos

I had the chicken relleno and it was delicious! Hubs had Mexican meatloaf & daughter had kids cheeseburger which they enjoyed. Staff was very attentive, highly recommend this one.

Sevag M

The fajitas and guacamole ! Melba is the best waitress . Highly recommend to try this place.

Tommy Hakim

Great food and portion wise. The warm salsa just perfect.

Martina Holmes-Realtor

The queso is the best I've ever had and the Mexican donuts are LIKE HEAVEN IN YOUR MOUTH! Happy hour specials with $5 appetizers .

Ryan Svoboda

Delicious food. Try the brisket quesadilla with the bbq sauce ! And don't forget some tequila !

Andy Boldin

The street tacos were excellent. The mojito is the best I've ever had. Good service too!

Steve Phillips

You have to try the Peanut butter margarita !

Michael Jewett

Food, service, and view were amazing. Had Morgan as our waiter - he was awesome.

Mo Almathami

Best place for delicious Mexican gluten free food with rich menu. Good service too.

Oli

There's a booth outside that tries to get you to sign up for a wynn timeshare presentation. It definitely last the full 2 hours FYI.

Eriq C.

Great shrimp tacos , cheese enchiladas , refried beans and save room for Mexican Donuts for dessert ! Amazing!

Wa Pleasants

Best tequila selection I have found . Love the flight options !

Ftm

very good place. Dishes are so tasty. Actually fajitas are so so yummy ????????

Alek Glauvitz

Do the double pork enchilada ! Worth the money! Also, José is the coolest waiter here! Enjoy!

Laura Astorga

El perfecto margarita . Great option!

Jeff Edwards

Watch for the up-sell to the signature margarita . It is $12 but not on the menu . Also, double check your bill if you have any coupons. We have been here several times and always have to remind them

Amber Ashcraft

The dessert presentation is amazing! The chicken fried tamales (pork !) are absolutely incredible!

Sandra Roberts

The Crispy Chicken Flautas are out of this world... Delicious fresh guac , too!

Rita Quinn

Happy hour here is one of the best. $4 Mexican martinis and 1/2 all starters which are huge portions . Lovin it!

Turtle Turtle

Awesome food!!! I recommend two things: Eat inside( Texas Heat) and Stacked Pork Enchiladas .

Margey

Great tortilla soup ! Let Them make the guacamole . Don't suggest leaving things out of it!

Kelley Massey

Wonderful food and great service. Table side guacamole was wonderful!

unlawyer

The best tableside guacamole evurrr!

Tammy Liotto

Prickly pear margarita and table side guacamole ! Jose is a great waiter .

Diego Garfias

Chipotle pork chop good option and tequila don Julio is the option

Jessica W

Service and dinner was just so-so. But the doughnuts dessert was delicious and was by far the best part of our dining experience.

Kim Bourner

Great cheesy chicken dish, chile con queso , & tableside fresh guac !

Kelly Waters

The cornbread covered fish wad to die for.

Leslie C

Chili con quest was a delicious appetizer .

Charlie R.

Try the Strawberry Mango margarita !

RD Harris

The peach margaritas were awesome says 2 Divas Travel, check us out at WWW.2DivasTravel.com

Krista Martin

Homemade Guacamole !

Tahereh Javaheri

Steak Fajitas was perfect!

Thomas Rowland

Not bad. Excellent Margaritas , service food and locations. Guess it depends when you came.

Mike Freyder

The El Pepino: Tequila , cucumber and jalapeño margarita . Sounds crazy, tastes delicious! Read more

Michele Tilley

James rocked as our waiter . Definitely get the tableside guacamole . Among the best we've had.

David Schlenk

guacamole tableside kinda spendy but good. orange juice along with lime ! no tap beer but the margs are real good. food excellent!

Mackaylla Nabors

WARNING: don't request a song from the mariachi band unless you plan on forking out a $10 tip!

Jennifer Zingone

Guacamole was great

Alexandra Lekas

Try the cheese enchiladas ????

Krista Martin

Refried beans are amazing but agree w other reviews, service is subpar.

Richard Munder

Its above average.....for the money its fine. Loved the lobster tacos .

NED CAMPBELL

Best margarita anywhere?

sandra alef

Jeremy is super chatty. Get I'm as your waiter , he was great!

Elena Perea

Great drinks and food

Igor Vugrinec

Huge guacamole sidetable

Hanni Horner

The margaritas and fish tacos are great!

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