Fat Cactus is never a disappointment; from the staff to the food, to drinks, ambiance! My favorite spot especially because it’s vegan friendly :D
I had been meaning to visit Fat Cactus due to its popularity with varsity students and fortunately, it’s close to UCT, Varsity College and AFDA. Upon arrival, Dacia Dee Hassan welcomed my table of 10 and was, overall, very accommodating. The restaurant has a very relaxed atmosphere and maybe this is linked to the daily Happy Hour special that they run from noon until 18:00. Nonetheless, the menu is pocket-friendly and after sampling their margaritas and Nachos Grande with Buffalo Chicken, I can certainly say that their drinks and food menu is great! Given the popularity of the franchise, a reservation is recommended.
I ordered from OderIn - so there wasn’t much restaurant experience, but I must say these nachos were yummy. The restaurant also delivered a good portion of sides. Their guacamole, salsa and mince were enough. I could even finish them. I am definitely trying out this restaurant again.
Friday lunch with colleagues. This is my work hangout spot. Love it here. Good food, awesome frozen margarita jugs.
I had the calamari, amazeballs and poppers starters. Super tasty. The rest of the table ordered wings, quesidillas, burritos, corn fritters and more amazeballs 😀. Really good Mexican food
A nice surprise being from the TEX-MEX capital of the world, TEXAS! Greeted in Spanish, nice surprise; late afternoon seating, took a bit to get service & then drinks & food arrived promptly. Huge portions have vegie fajitas & grande nachos..food was flavorful, hot & generous. Offered suggestion of “chips & salsa” as in the States! Over all fun experience, filling & enjoyed watching the “street” pass by on the patio! Thanks guys!!!
So the first time I went to this Flat cactus I had negative remarks about the service . However, after going again last
week on Friday I have changed my mind. I will start with what is always important to me which is the service which was amazing by the way. Considering how packed the place was someone met us at the door with a smile and after some time we were moved to our table of preference. Our waitress was friendly and she made a lovely recommendation on our choice of tequila shots. I had my favourite meal which is the Happy Hoo and my friend had the BBQ flavored fajitas. Both meals were well done especially the pork in each meal . However the wraps for the fajitas were few I was left wandering more, all in all it was the perfect date night . Social and fun but still cost and intimate .Thomas Mulwa
Great food and service. we visited on a Thursday afternoon. was very quiet and we received prompt service. Portions were good and food tasty.
Another excellent FC! Good everything. Only thing missing is something to make it great!! Oh how I love a well run spot just like this. Good presentation satisfactory although could improve. Good craft beer offering will get me back many times...
Enjoyed the Hot Chicky burger!!! Will definitely be back for the warm soup specials: Corn soup served with tortilla chips or Chill Bean soup with an optional extra of Chorizo.
The vibe was great and the cosy restaurant definitely helped to forget about the miserable weather outside
A southern suburbs institution, famous with students, families and everyone else. Mexican fare is of pretty good quality. A bit tightly packed but there's always a nice warm vibe.
The food was absolutely fab! Really enjoyed chicken enchilada and the quesadillas with bacon. The taste was exceptional.The salsas were fresh and delicious as well. I tried different things but these two were amazing. The frozen margarita was just okay for me, would have like it more with fresh lime and salt on the rim. The waitresses on duty were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely visit again.
Had a lovely date with myself here. The waitress was really nice and attentive. The food, amazing. Let me not get started on the margarita 😂🫣, best frozen margarita I ever had. Definitely coming back soon.
The food at Fat Cactus is absolutely delicious! The tacos are a must have item on the menu. The staff was super friendly and it's a great place to meet friends over delicious food. I would HIGHLY recommend it!
Quaint place in Mowbray with a pub and grill type atmosphere. Great food, could have ordered double the tacos. Would have liked better seating, the tables are a bit wobbly and they feel like you are light-years apart from your partner. Overall nice place to have good food and drink.
Grazelle Marché Sitzer
+4
Their food is amazing, I enjoyed every bite. The service was poor though, the waiter never checked up on us, we constantly had to call someone for assistance.
Great food, service and vibe - and reasonably priced. Pulled pork tacos were really good and of course a trip here is not complete without a frozen margarita jug!
Heaters outside a nice touch for cold winter nights!
Great place for a beer and wine with my loved one to decompress after a long day
Such good vibe and they help with working your tips
The ribs were amazingly tender - the perfect consistency of crispy and soft. They come with a small tub of slaw that was also great. The handcut chips are perfect chips. Highly recommend Fat Cactus Mowbray 🌵
I didn’t get a photo of the nachos we had, but the portion felt relatively smaller, but was good nevertheless
The pulled pork tacos, with chipotle sauce was a 10/10 🤲🏾
The quesadilla was average, the bacon was a bit burnt and there wasn’t really sauce on it, but this was my first time having it so perhaps it’s how it’s supposed to be.
But overall, the service, food and atmosphere was 8/10.
Very good Mexican restaurant. Menue is a little bit limited but what they do offer never fails to disappoint. Their starters are on the pricey side but their tacos and nachos are highly recommended including their frozen margarita jugs. Always find myself coming back here.
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