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El Burro
90/100 (3312 ratings)
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"Absolutely delicious vegan food! The smokey jalapeño rellenos with cashew cheese were amazing! As well as the vegan artichoke quesadilla, and very..."
Catherine Stevenson
"Fantastic Vegan Menu – I can't wait to come back and try the other dishes on there. My husband had the line fish off the regular menu – he was..."
Cornelle Ellis
"Brilliant experience. Excellent food, amazing service. The calamari is insane. The pulled pork carnitas were out of this world. The smokey chilli..."
Ashlea Myson
"Really enjoyed the orange and mint margarita - nice place, food, and..."
Tara Looney Casimano
"Such delicious food...my word!! And tequila tasting very interesting...hostess great and Nic such a gentleman..well done guys you rock!! Best..."
Mandy Matthew Bird
"Had amazing margaritas and the starter Chiviche amazing!!!! And fish tacos. Thanks to hosts great evening out and drinks and food was great! Can..."
Laura Burrows
"Absolutely terrific. The food and service were impeccable. A nice gem well hidden away. Angela, the manager provided stellar service. She even got us..."
Lee Reeves Allen
"My absolute favourite! Excellent food and on top of it all, environmentally responsible - no straws here! Please open your Newlands restaurant on..."
Emma Brunette
"It was my 1st experience there, thanks to a friend of mine that suggested the place. I enjoyed the Chunky Guacamole and Tortilla chips as starter..."
Lindiwe Ndiwe Livo Sakayi
"Aaaaaaaamaaaazing. Great food. Great staff. Great drinks. Great speed. Looooved it. Come to..."
Roar Kvamme
"Really great vibe, food (especially the traditional mexican dish) and service! Loved it, something totally different. We willl be..."
Megan Combrink
"Had my birthday dinner there last Friday - food, drinks, ambience and service was excellent! Highly recommend. Can't wait for the one in Newlands to..."
Robyn Leigh Tobin
"Cocktails are great & very well priced. Do yourself a favour & order the chocolate fondant for dessert. Probably the best I've had in Cape..."
Kate Wade-Lehman
"Had an AWESOME lunch there today. Love the vegan menu. Great service from Emily. It was my third visit ( twice in Green Point and once in..."
Mary Illingworth Banks
"We visited El Burros in Green Point on Saturday night and just loved the Mexican food experience and friendly ambiance of the place. The service was..."
Antoinette Tossie Brill
"The service was great, the drinks yummy, the main meals everything I hoped it would be and the dessert moorish (I could have eaten 2 portions). I..."
Michael DieTweede Bredenhann
"Delicious, if overpriced. Fantastic decor, excellent food. Plenty of vegan options for every course. Really fabulous tacos and comprehensive drinks..."
Viantha Naidoo
"I found out about this restaurant after some research online. We (3 friends and I) were looking for a restaurant that was great as well as had a..."
Niranjan Jha
"Recently moved to Cape town and was on the prowl for some Mexican food, cocktails and ambiance - this place certainly met my checklist.Well..."
Jane Sikwe
"The atmosphere is very pleasant and the staff adds to the great experience. The food is well prepared and serving timing is good. Great Tequila..."
Jan-Hendrik Vermaak
"We loved El Burro. Thanks to all the other reviews I read before, I chose the pulled pork taco and was not disappointed. Delicious, with such tasty..."
HKT B
"My favourite Mexican in Cape Town! El Burro has the tastiest and most authentic Mexican around. They also have an awesome selection of beer and a..."
Emma Divaris
"Great vibe, great food, good service. Try the soft or hard tacos with any filling, and make sure you book if you plan on going between Thursday -..."
Aidan Johnson
"Food great! Drinks great! Ambience great! Decor great! Service fantastic! Definitely going here again! Best Mexican food I’ve eaten in Cape Town..."
Heine
"Amazing food! This place knows what it’s doing! Great cocktails with interesting flavour combinations. The best service from a super-friendly..."
Hilton Peek
"Service: very friendly & helpful. Food: very tasty, many vegan but minimal nice vegetarian (with cheese) options. Cocktails: delicious...."
Ij
"El Burro was incredible from start to finish! The atmosphere was great. It was busy for a later dinner crowd; and somehow our food and drinks were..."
Andrea Kozlovic
"This branch of the Mexican string of restaurants is very intimate but vibey at the same time. It has a great ambience with its candlelit atmosphere..."
Jamie Jacobs
"Authentic Mexican cuisine makes for unforgettable experiences. The scene is semi-formal, the friends are self-brought. I've missed out before so I'd..."
Frans Fourie
"We waited far too long to try this awesome restaurant, and when we finally got there we were extremely happy with our visit.The decor is..."
Richard Best
"The food was amazing, one of the best things I have eaten... the portion size was tiny and the price was steep so ask about portion size if you are..."
Kyle Young
"Despite the fact 90% of the tables were empty - the manager told us we can eat at the bar only. After I pulled my mobile to check on my Zomato app..."
Caglar.Ordu
"El Burro is the first Mexican restaurant iv been to in South African and I was pleasantly surprised. The jalapeño poppers had a really nice smokey..."
Gillian Trollope
"A little more of a formal sit down dining experience that the Taqueria counterpart in Tamboerskloof. If you really want authentic Mexican cuisine,..."
Chantelle
"Renu Dubey Best quality Mexican food in Cape Town! Tried their Esquites, Taquitos, Falafel Taco and Exotic Mushroom and White Bean Quesadilla, all..."
JustSaying
"My first time here, long overdue.. And so worth it.. The only thing is, I feel at night the vibe, will be much better with their decor.. We were..."
Chris Van Dyk
"Definitely my favourite Mexian restaurans in town!! Waitress was so friendly and so patient to explain all types of food. The atmosphere was great!..."
Kimberly Liu
"I always make a point of coming here at least once every time I'm in Cape Town. The wood-smoked chili rellenos are packed with flavor, as is..."
Henry Harya
"Tastiest margaritas in town ,whether it be frozen or simply shaken.Their fallafel tacos served with guacamole and salsa is simply heaven on earth and..."
Umai
"Good Mexican food and cocktails. I would say their ceviche is one of the best menu items. Otherwise I like to order flour tortillas with guacamole..."
Atara Jaffe
"My husband and I have gone to El Burro a couple of times in the past and I've always enjoyed it. (It's his favourite Mexican restaurant.) But last..."
Lauren Jaclyn Goldman
"Stunning restaurant with a beautiful ambiance. The smoked jalapenos were to die for!! The mushrooms quesadillas were slightly disappointing but that..."
Erin Royston
"This past cold Saturday night in search of some delicious international flavours to warm up the soul, El Burro inspired and provided. Not to our..."
Asher Weinsein
"Always keen to go to el burro. Great setting vibe and friendly waiters that we're super attentive. I had the chicken quesadilla,it was delicious and..."
Bame Modungwa
"The vibe in there is awesome! The food great! We had pan seared squid as starters 👌! For mains we had chicken mole poblano and steak quesadilla,..."
Terry
"Amazing place.. I always feel like I'm in Mexico when I walk in cos it's so dam hot inside.. #birthdaysuit. Maybe just me. Most likely just me. But..."
Dale De Waal
"Really authentic mexican restaurant. I had the pork carnitas taco and i was impressed, it was delicious. We had a couple of their house margarita..."
Sarah Mcghie
"Once you’ve walked up the stairway and into the doors of El Burro, you feel like you’ve entered another world... with warm colors and festively..."
Girlmeetsdough
"Love love love, the food was Devine, the service was excellent. We make our own tacos and I had their fish taco, wow, it was delicious. Even my 3 yrs..."
Julia Pyle
"True Mexican Style food! The Chilli Margarita's are aaaamazing. Service was super fast and friendly. Great vibe - this place is doing something..."
Anneliese Schuring
"One of the most authentic Mexican restaurants one can eat at. And that's coming from a Mexican citizen himself! He recommended i tried the Chicken..."
Ilan Ben-David
"Had a great family evening at El Burro. Not our first time and pleased to report that standards have not slipped and if anything improved.Love..."
Trevor
"A friend recommended El Burro to me and it was a little bit overrated. I had the chorizo quesadilla and my partner had the 'HOT!' steak quesadilla..."
Robz
"Very tasty food!!! :) loved the fish and vegetarian taco! The service was good! Didn't like the strawberry margarita - it had a herb which was..."
Kim Martin
"Always love to go for a quick bite and drink. I always go for the "build your own" meal. Fresh, flavourful, variety and diffent. The staff is alwys..."
Nadia Janse Van Rensburg
"A delightful restaurant found by chance. Some really tasty food and great service. Close to the Cape Town stadium. Jalapeño poppers were enhanced..."
Marlini
"Took the parents out for birthday celebrations and their first experience at El Burro, Greenpoint. We all had the best evening with the best food and..."
Tom Sutcliffe
"Ok, great space and decor looks like the business. Staff are all over you like you are Kanye West and the house wine is not kak quality. But here is..."
Wez_Undercover
"It's very expensive for what you get. Three average sized tacos will set you back R130. I had the fish tacos which were pretty decent. Although when..."
Amy Chen
"Went to the new Newlands branch having never been to either of them before. There's no liquor license yet so feel free to take your own wine and..."
Melanie Du Toit
"I can't stop raving about this place, from decor to service to food were excellent. We popped in for dessert and drinks. The waitress recommended a..."
Iman Bawa
"We decided to get some dessert at el burro in green point - so frikking good! Our waitress was sweet and attentive. It felt like she really went..."
Tiyaarah Cloete
"Oh el burro.. i absolutely loved it. Those lamb tacos were the bomb! Great service, great tacos and also great margueritas! It was an awesome..."
Melissa Bdd
"Delicious Mexican styled foods in a fun, vibey and friendly decorated space.They have a decent sized menu. They have all the spicey, beany,and meaty..."
Lauren Arendse
"I love this place for three reasons: awesome location with a separate bar downstairs. Great food. Friendly waitstaff with pretty dresses. I..."
No Time To Waste
"This is an excellent spot for delicious tapas and some very tasty Mexican style dishes! On my last visit (on a whim) I tried the line fish ceviche..."
MattJBlack3
"The restaurant is highly recommended and I think the service was amazing but certain dishes were ok! The calamari was excellent the corn was also..."
Chantel
"They were out of almost everything we wanted to order, but it was 29 December so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. The food that they did..."
Elisna Tolmay
"Some of the best Mexican food you can get in Cape Town. El Burro is always full and loud and has a great atmosphere. The service fast and friendly...."
Jamie Roller
"This is casual Mexican fare at it's best! I just love El Burro. The good is great: tasty and simple with loads of variety on the menu. Not too pricey..."
Malcolm
"Great dining experience, the waiters all wear cute outfits that fit in with the Mexican theme. Loved the churros which I had for dessert and all of..."
Bianca Jooste
"The food was great, nice vibe and really fantastic service! Lovely spot that I really enjoyed, and most definitely recommend! Only one small issue..."
Charles Addams
"Great restaurant, I utterly enjoyed my dinner. Best enchiladas ever !!!! I had some funny tequila and my partner in crime enjoyed the vibe of the..."
Lashca Pieterse
"Went here tonight after much anticipation. Started off with a pineapple and chilli margarita which was a unique cocktail. I had the grilled fish..."
Sereshan Pillay
"The dessert was so good we ordered two rounds! We were initially cautious to come as we have heard mixed reviews, not to mention the one time..."
Simira
"For this place i should have posted pics. However the food was spectacular. The best Mexican spot i have been to. Flavour unique decor and..."
Lyle Julius
"My partner and I visited El Burro earlier in the year. We had a Mexican fest. The food is authentic and delicious. The cocktails is good..."
The Authentic Girl
"Was quite impressed with this restaurant. We were on one of our Zomato ventures and ended up here. The theme is well executed, the waiters..."
Minowrahvw
"Absolutely delicious Chilorio pork tacos, great winelist and really attentive, awesome service from all the staff. Cool vibey atmosphere but can..."
Louise Perold
"I'm a huge Lover of Mexican Food and El Burro really exceeded my expectations! Instead of the Grubby, overloaded-with-cheese Mexican dishes, their..."
Shainy
"El Burro is a Mexican gem - the atmosphere is warm and friendly, the food is absolutely delicious, the staff are polite and the desert is amazing. El..."
Dalton Lester
"Firstly, El Burro is noisy when it is busy, and you need to book to get a table. So not a place to go if you want to catch up with someone you..."
Chetna Black
"Festive, delicious and a great night. The lamb tacos are definitely the ones to go for. Definitely won't disappoint and the frozen margaritas are the..."
Lukeconorbolton
"I'm a little late with this review, but I still felt I needed to mention this experience. Almost two weeks ago, I made a booking for 9 people..."
Caro Van Aardt
"The Chilario Pork Tacos are divine! Service is a bit slow and I'm not sure why they only give you like 3 tacos as the pork quantity is way more than..."
Nikita Cloete
"Finally managed to make my way to the famous El Burro. I've been to their other branch, The Taqueria, many times and have generally had great..."
Toni McCann
"El Burro has a certain appeal to it, great decor and you're guaranteed a great vibe, hence making a booking is essential (request a booth if you can,..."
Megan Bellinger
"This was a difficult one for me to rate since it's neither bad nor great. But the service, food and ambience wasn't average either. Our food was..."
Anja Immelman
"As a fan of Mexican food, El Burro is always a favourite. I went to a 40th birthday there on a busy Saturday night and we were treated like royalty...."
Meg Maccallum
"The tacos are really good! Nice options from beef, pork and chicken! Nachos and chilly poppers make a nice starter and can finish off the meal with..."
Kev0's Food Adventures!
"For our first night in Cape Town, Kieran Usher and I decided to try El Burro. Firstly the interior was incredible! Colorful walls decorated with..."
Davina Cronin
"So happy I chose to celebrate my birthday at El Burro. The little things they do, from the waitresses uniforms to the reserved sign blends in to..."
Zanel
"Always a favorite when in the area, no frills, you know what you are getting. Service can be very slow, but mostly due to it getting very..."
Conrad Gresse II
"I've always loved El Burro but admittedly I probably don't come here as often as I'd like to. My boyfriend and I came through for date night, which..."
Robyn Rainier
"Had a table on the balcony . Table for 8 . Without exception everybody was very happy with their meal . The service was excellent . The steak was..."
Greg Christy
"Love this place. I have been here a couple of times and have never been disappointed. Service was amazing. Kim, our waitress was very friendly..."
Elmari
"Exceptional service and lovely food! We had a birthday dinner here and staff was amazingly accommodating! Great atmosphere! Highly recommended!..."
Nikita Ramdutt
"Right, so a while ago we were gifted by the owner a voucher based on a previous mishap at another branch, so we decided to use it last night for..."
Nicol Miller
"The restaurant is well positioned in Greenpoint right across the road from the Cape Town Stadium. This place is all about authentic Mexican food that..."
Sharese Hunt
"Apart from Chinese, Mexican is my next favorite. I totally love a good burrito. But a burrito is probably an Americanized dish. El Burro is..."
Glen Hunt
"Great food (the pork carnitas are superb as well as the jalapeños rellos) great beer and friendly staff. Not much more you can ask for. Will..."
Aidan O'Connor
"Amazing Mexican food! It's such a beautiful spot with a vibey atmosphere. The menu is to the point, with great dishes. The portions are large enough..."
Sumendra Chetty
"Probably one of my favorite places to visit for a great meal out. First time I came there was on a date with my girlfriend, and I must say I was..."
Egor Arkhipov
"Love El Burro! You can always count on them for great food, drinks, service and vibe! To drink Sashen had the house red wine and I had the..."
Ulisha Moodley
"Best Mexican in Cape Town! If you are looking for an authentic Mexican experience in the heart of Cape Town, El Burro is your best bet. From..."
Gabriela Limberis
"Last night I visited El Burro for dinner as I was craving something tasty and spicy. We did not make a reservation and even though they were fully..."
Ashna Dayal
"We tried this Mexican restaurant and we directly fell in love! The design is typical for Mexico, but not that design you expect. The staff is good..."
Hally Wood
"Food was outstanding. My favourite was the pork and pineapple taco. The tacos were so fresh and all the ingredients. Service was impeccable...."
P Mc
"Delicious Mexican food, vegan options are super tasty too! Super friendly service! Tried different tacos and enchiladas..."
Jules
"Lovely all-round experience in a cute quaint restaurant. The food was good and margaritas were great as well. Just wish it was bigger as it kind of..."
Jacqueline
"Nice Mexican restaurant if you’re craving fresh flavors, all the dishes were delicious- tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas were all great. Cocktails..."
Bon Cleaver
"Small spot and a little crowded. I had to sit in a corner where it was I felt crowded but at least I had a seat. Food was really good. I wouldn't..."
James Gatica
"Great place for Mexican tapas. Cosy. Homely atmosphere Fantastic service. Decor reminded us of the 2027 movie..."
Marius Bothma
"Was amazing! I went there with a friend’s group. The place is very welcoming and charming. The food is delicious! The fish taco, wow!..."
Danielle Lucy
"Perfect veg Mexican enchiladas with an amazing Mexican cinnamon drink! This combinations was absolutely enjoyable. The ladies did a wonderful..."
Devrim Eren
"Always a lovely spot. No bookings accepted, so it feels freeing to just walk up and get a seat and have a lovely meal. Amazing service, and the..."
Stefan Brink
Mex It Up
88/100 (32 ratings)
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"Great taco, the best I've eaten outside of Texas or Mexico and I've eaten a lot of tacos. Great to find good mexican food in South Africa. People..."
Dean Ferrell
"Amazing food! Make sure and try the naked burrito for a low carb option! Love..."
Alejandra Arvizu
"Hands down best food stall at the V&A. Their veg burritos are insanely..."
Brad Carruthers
"Simply the best Mexican we've had this side of Mexico. We make sure to visit about once a week ...all the way from Noordhoek..."
Charisse Louw
"Superb Mexican. Great for parties and catering. Highly..."
Barry Herbert
"Awesome Tacos & Chilli Poppers! Great service, always my go-to place at V&A..."
Jarred Dyason
"Que mas esperar de un stand latino! Te hacen sentir en casa asi no sea comida de tu pais! Excelente comida y el mejor..."
Antonella Bueno Froidefond
"A huevo!!!!! Ahora no extrañaré la comida de mi país :) iré..."
Alexis GA
"Had a lovely chicken burrito at Mex It Up, friendly staff and the wait wasn’t too long. The burrito was Spicy and the added toppings were fresh. I..."
Gerschel
"When it comes to Mexican food, I'm really picky. I cannot stand the Taco Bell/ American standard of Mexican food. I was pleasantly surprised with how..."
Eleni
"Tried some quesadillas and chilli poppers. Absolutely amazing, a true Mexican experience. If you are planning to visit the V&A food market, stop at..."
Henre Venter
"Apr 27: This is a small outlet seerving mexican food in the Market on the Wharf. The food quality is the winner here. The ingredients seemed fresh..."
Alisha Kamble
"Food looks good but not so tasty. Lacked salt and flavour. Great service though. ..."
Reema Vather
"I loved this place! Super quick and friendly service and the food was awesome too! The food market is full of gems, and Mex it up can..."
Gabriel Stein
"I had the beef taco and then went back for another. A bit messy to eat but I enjoyed the fresh, simple flavours. Affordable and delicious light..."
Yolisa
"This little shop operating in the V&A food market serves up amazing mexican food! The staff is absolutely friendly and efficient, so you're not..."
Leeandrea Naidoo
"The lady serving us was so friendly and helpful with pronunciations for the dishes. She was also good at recommending the dishes to try. The food..."
Ivanna Abigail Kemp
"Winner. Love Mexican food and discovered this little gem of a joint. Fairly reasonably priced as far as V&A food goes.The two of us shared a..."
Clare Appleyard
"If you want Mexican food in Cape Town it's really between Panchos, Fat Cactus and Mex It Up. The last entry has one distinct benefit and that is that..."
Shekhar
"This hidden restaurant is easy to miss. Located at the Cape Town Waterfront. I had the chicken enchiladas with the spicy hot sauce and they were..."
Liliana Arroyo
"Apr 27: This is a small outlet seerving mexican food in the Market on the Wharf. The food quality is the winner here. The ingredients seemed fresh..."
Maulin Parekh
"Excellent service with a smile. Amazing nachos and jalapeño..."
matthew hector
Pancho's
84/100 (2114 ratings)
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"Such a great ambience! Definitely value for money as the portions are huuuuuge none of us at our table could finish . The food is so good. The drinks..."
Zareenah
"Definitely one of the best Mexican restaurants in Cape Town.Best margaritas, great food, warm ambiance.Food portions are large so..."
Lauren Rabie
"Staff friendly and polite. Service is relatively quick. Food is served in large portions. Good value for money. Atmosphere compliments the cuisine..."
Pavansingho23
"Best chili poppers ever, amazing service and delicious margaritas 😍 Will definitely keep visiting panchos for many more years 💥 Thank you..."
Vegaintronadupont
"OMG!! Ponchos is one of my favouritesVibeProper mexican feelIntimateGreat for a dateDimmedFoodNacho..."
Sonique "Foodie" Davids
"My ABSOLUTE favourite restaurant in Cape Town and no one will convince me otherwise! Have been eating there for about 7 years and never have I ever..."
Sone Ginger Vd Merwe
"Worth the wait and experience we received! Absolutely delicious food and we about to get takeaways. The raving recommendations that we got to visit..."
Tania De Jager
"Deeply addictive margaritas, awesome vibe, super friendly staff and delicious Mexican food.Always get the Flauta...there is no better..."
Wesley Holm
"Oh my goodness the best Mexican restaurant in Cape Town 10/10 do recommend. My favourite thing is just the tortillas they use - they’re buttery and..."
Estelle Roux
"I’ve been wanting to come here for a while now, so yesterday I called to make a booking for that evening. The man on the other end of the line was..."
Janita Naidoo
"My partner and I decided to make a stop at Panchos for a snack and drinks a few weeks ago and the experience has stayed in my mind.Firstly,..."
Ruby Gaitskill
"This is the must visit spot for Mexican food in Cape Town. The Tacos here are essentially a crash course in everything good about a taco. The..."
Manna Storom
"Went for dinner on a Wednesday night it was full. We waited at the bar for a few minutes for a table for two. Make a reservation if you don’t like..."
Monette Bezuidenhout
"Lovely place on lower main. Went with a friend and ordered nachos, we got thee biggest serving. It was absolutely lovely, very tasty and delicious...."
Hlonipho
"To be honest, there isn't a place that sells more generous portions of Mexican food at an affordable price, having said that, it takes nothing away..."
Jade Jacobs
"The atmosphere was good but it doesn't feel very mexican. Also not often I go to a place where we ate less than 8 ppl and the tip is added to the..."
Lauren Adonis
"Food was delicious, the staff were friendly and helpful and we had a great time. It has a upbeat vibe, decently priced and portion sizes were larger..."
Erin Fourie
"I've been going to Pancho's since I was a child, so this place has become a bit of an institution for good Mexican food. I can highly recommend the..."
Clare Ford
"Service was absolutely amazing even though I booked late they sat us at a table at the door till a table was available on the balcony. Waitress kept..."
Nikita January
"I've been coming here for years and the quality of the food is still as good as ever! Delicious and affordable. Our waitress was fantastic and highly..."
Kate West
"Great Mexican food !! Amazing and welcoming staff ... overall a great experience and a wonderful hidden gem to visit in obz..."
Shivesh Bhana
"Best Mexican food I've had in Cape Town. The quesadillas are my favourite but the nachos are also great. Definitely try the beer and margarita drink..."
Gabi
"Came here for a few cocktails for a friends birthday! They were pretty well priced, but on the sweet side! The frozen margarita jugs are delicious!..."
Sarah Mcghie
"Pancho's was one of the few restaurants that were open late in obz, so its a great spot for a late snack. The staff were extremely friendly and..."
Leeandrea Naidoo
"By far my favourite mexican restaurant. It has such a fun vibe and is great value for money considering the portions are huge and the food is..."
Monica Fernandes
"Panchos has the best Mexican food around! I let would definitely be my first choice for Mexican food in Cape Town. The food is delicious, well..."
Gaby
"I don't think Pancho's gets the credit they deserve.Great food at a very decent price. Our waiter was fast and very attentive. The portions were..."
Willem Potgieter
"Went there last night with my hubby and friends for the first time, loved the food!!!! Will be returning. Had the chicken quesadilla, it was..."
Samantha Savoy
"Pancho's is a cosy mexican restaurant priced for the person willing to ball out a bit more than your average student. The starter platter to share..."
Tinéo Galela
"Panchos is the place that I'd normally pop into for a drink after dinner in the area but a couple of weeks ago, I decided to actually eat here - and..."
Melanie Du Toit
"Fantastic food and vibe - consistency in food quality and service. The huz and I have been going back for almost 4 years and never leave..."
Lauren S
"Best Mexican evening 🌮Great place to go with friends👯 The food was great, I had a burrito with butternut, feta and chicken and it was the..."
Emma Haines
"If you have never had Panchos nachos, you haven't lived. These are probably the most moreish, and affordable, nachos in Cape Town. Slathered in sour..."
Tessa Brown
"The buzzing atmosphere hits you as you enter, greeted by humourous, friendly staff worth a R25% tip. The DIY Fajita's and Tortilla's are messy, just..."
Wesley Du Plessis
"Number 1 go-to frozen Margherita spot, with hearty Mexican food worth sharing! Great for dinner if you're either really hungry and looking for a..."
Mishka Latib
"Best Nachos and Guacamole I've ever had. Vibe is perfect and the staff are excellent. Would definitely recommend getting those when you're there!..."
Nicholas Hunt
"I take everyone who is visiting me in Cape Town to Panchos.I have had a number of birthdays at Panchos. I do not think I have ever had such good..."
Morgan Lehy
"When I called to reserve a table, the telephone etiquette and welcoming voice of the supervisor had already put me in a such a great mood! The..."
Farryn Thomas
"I suppose it was the hype that did this place in for me. Going in with really high expectations the first time, I found the food pretty good (not..."
Ami
"My favourite Mexican restaurant in Cape Town so far. The atmosphere here is festive and vibrant. The service staff are all very friendly as..."
Danieljake
"One of the better Texmex options in Cape town.. And definitely the most festive, so make sure you make a reservation. Massive portions of food,..."
Nicol Miller
"Visited Panchos for some dinner with couple friends and it was ok . The tequila and Margaritas were great  and so were the chilli poppers . the..."
Jeff Fernandes
"This place is a life saver. I have been coming to panchos for the last few years. One thing I can say, they are always consistant. We have tried..."
Teryn Francis
"When in the mood for Mexican cuisine pancho's is always our go to restaurant. Great for big or small groups or even just as a couple. The..."
Jana Van Rensburg
"When is comes to Mexican food, Pancho's is the perfect middle ground between El Burro and Fat Cactus. It's got a very authentic feel coupled with a..."
Guy Blackhurst
"We were a table of 7 for dinner on a Saturday night and the service was a little slow. Maybe this was because we were so indecisive with our orders...."
Kirstie Rose Heynes
"Spontaneous missions always seem to turn out being some of the best memories. Walking into Panchos tonight our needs were instantly attended to and..."
Chanel Fivaz
"This is my favourite Mexican joint, I have never had a meal and definitely recommend this restaurant to all my friends, ps. The frozen margaritas is..."
Allistair
"Without hesitation, I can easily say that Pancho's is the best restaurant in the Observatory area. It ticks all the boxes: authentic Mexican cuisine,..."
Jess Weisz
"So the key lesson we learned about panchos is that no matter the day of the week you should make a reservation. They were very accommodating when we..."
Charné
"I have been coming to this memorable establishment for years now and last night they did nothing but greatness. They threw us everything, great..."
Kieran Evans
"Panchos was an okay experience. The flauta is quite good. Portions are big and the fillings are tasty but nothing that wowed me. Good service with..."
Azele Anne Naicker
"Took my son here for his birthday-haven't been here in years but nothing has changed. Great atmosphere, good service and good food-huge..."
Eleanora Bresler
"When the little Mexican inside wants to come out to play my default is always Pancho's Kitchen... Lower main road in Observatory has a unique..."
Bishneen Freeman
"By faaar the best mexican place in town, its always delight. The food is unreal, the frozen margaritas are amazing, awesome vibe and staff. U can..."
Johan Naude
"Returned to Panchos after about 2 years and the experience was as good as ever! Booked for the 2nd sitting at 8:30pm and the restaurant was still..."
Deelan
"Another great meal at Ponchos, we of course had to get the chilli poppers to start with and they were amazing, best poppers around!!. I ordered the..."
Jessy Da Silva
"We were in the mood for Mexican last night so my cousin booked us a table at Panchos. They do 2 table seatings because they are so busy, 5:30p.m to..."
Binita Mistry
"Mexican was the order of business yesterday. Parking is abit of a problem so as soon as you see an opening take it. The restaurant has 2 seatings at..."
Vishal Mistry
"So my friends and I have tried a couple Mexican restaurants in Cape Town recently. All the restaurants we tried had their positives and negatives, of..."
Justin
"Panchos is where I spent my 18th birthday over a decade ago, and it was good tonight as it was then. The food is delectable beyond belief - the..."
Meg Ringdal
"I've been hearing about it for a while, so I was pleasantly surprised when Janine Roos booked a table during our weekend in Cape Town. It was packed..."
Erhardkk
"BEST CHICKEN NACHOS EVER ! ..."
Richa Khataw
"Great place on Lower Main Road! Food is tasty and they have the best frozen marguerites! The parking can be an issue though and it's important to..."
Sereshan Pillay
"I had a fantastic night at this excellent establishment. They are nothing fancy, just a really cool and relaxed spot with mouth watering Mexican..."
Ryan Mulders
"I've been wanting to go to Pancho's for a while now and it was definitely worth the wait. Although it is located in a bit of a dodgy area, it felt..."
Meera Naik
"Totally the Mecca of all Mexican food in Cape Town. It may be located in a dodgy area, but hey, when in Mexico ;)...The great thing is that..."
Raeesa Naik
"I've been wanting to try Pancho's for what feels like forever! Finally I made my way there to try the Mexican food I've been hearing about for so..."
Nici Botha
"Quantity, Quality and Frozen Margaritas: What more could one want? Had a really good Mexican experience at Panchos recently. Arrived without a..."
BT
"Pancho's is by far one of my favourite Mexican restaurants in Cape Town for three reasons:1. Their strawberry-lime frozen margaritas..."
Mikaela
"Their chili con carne was a huge portion! Definitely delicious! The staff was friendly but they didn't check on us very often and it was quite..."
Hang T
"Nice and cosy, with low lighting. Was very busy tonight as well. The food was yummy and the portions are huge. The waiter was super friendly and..."
Mel Woudberg
"Love Panchos an institution in Obz! Celebrated my friend's 30th birthday with authentic Mexican fare and delicious frozen strawberry lime margaritas!..."
The Jax Blog
"Yummy food and atmosphere. Had the 8 layer dip is fab accompanied by corn chips. Chilli con carne Enchiladas are humongous. First time here , pity..."
Tania
"Pancho's is one of my favourite Mexican spots in ct. They have awesome margarita's, nachos and taco's (I've tried them all😜) The service can..."
Ulisha Moodley
"The best margaritas and chili poppers in town! Service is friendly but slow. Food is greasy, cheesy and delicious. Value for money is outstanding -..."
Jessica Stromin
"What Pancho's lack in service they make up for in portion size and flavour! Great food at reasonable prices. Don't miss out on their nachos and..."
Michelle Matzdorff
"If Mexican food is your thing and you are in Cape Town I'd say Pancho's should be on your list to try.Location wise, one may find a bit of..."
Mike
"Still amazing - best Mexican food - generous portions and amazing friendly staff. Always a great way to end off a day at a window seat in Panchos. ..."
Carlétjie Van Eck
"Love love love this place. We had no booking and they made a plan. The service is amazing and the foooood omg! If Aubrey is your waiter give him a..."
Juztick
"Great food! Awesome service!And sexy waiter eye candy 😊 ..."
Wes
"According to my first visit I am giving a clean 5.0 for this restaurant. The service was really nice and attentive, we had to tip the waitress..."
Jhjh
"Feels as if I went for a trip to South America. Vibes are great. Very hidden but don’t let that deter you. Food was great, drinks were also really..."
Luca van der Westhuizen
"Fantastic Mexican restaurant. Owners managed to squeeze us in on a Friday evening without a reservation. The food was absolutely amazing. Nice..."
Lukie Snyman
"Still the best Mexican restaurant in Cape Town. All items on the menu is full of flavor and mouth watering. Don't forget to add jug(s) of Frozen..."
Roelof van Heerden
"What a lovely place to visit, cozy 😊 and the hosts were great. We had an absolute blast here on Saturday. Very..."
Kylee Lynn Jacobs
"My most favorite restaurant ever! Food, service and atmosphere always top notch! Great value for money as..."
Olandi Hammond
"If I could give 10 stars, I would🤩 Everything about Panchos was perfect, the food, the service, the atmosphere. Not to mention the margaritas,..."
Kelly de Waal
"Oh my! What do I say.. This place is amazing. The vibe is a thing on its own😍 and the service is awesome! Everybody is so friendly and..."
Sharné Ritter
"This is such a great restaurant for for authentic mexican food. The restaurant has been serving patrons for a few decades! Thw vibe and atmosphere is..."
Michelle Macleod
"Ponchos in Observatory is a culinary fiesta! The vibrant atmosphere, curated by Restauranteur’s Richard and John, sets the stage for an..."
Wendy Le Goff
"I had chicken enchilada and margarita slush. Enchilada was tasty, maybe a bit too crispy. Sauce and cheese paired nicely. One can choose smaller or..."
Ugnė Dubonytė
"Sooo delicious! I love a good Mexican meal and this is my go to place. The portions are worth the price, super tasty and filling. The frozen..."
Alison Franciscus
"Great service and amazing food. Always busy so best to make a resevation ahead of time. The food portions are quite big. You get two options the..."
Melissa Naidoo
"Don’t let the exterior of this restaurant fool you—the decor is so chilled and the chocolate mousse pie is to die for. The tacos and cocktails..."
Ashley Davids
"Panchos is open for takeaway and sit down. We registered and ordered on line and then I popped in to collect - although their on line option is..."
Moz Du R
"Great place to go out with friends or the family. Friendly atmosphere with kind staff and involved managers. I would recommend the margaritas and..."
Jacob
Fat Cactus
83/100 (3510 ratings)
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"Fat cactus is always a good bet, you can’t go wrong with a moggyrita and the pulled pork tacos are my all time favourite! Vibe is great, you..."
Liza
"Stopped here as part of the Burger Brews beer route. Had some Rosebank beer, and they had a special of free small nachos when you order a portion of..."
Carl Thomas
"Awesome vibe. Youthful, fun and fresh. Tangy Mexican flavors with a kick. Food is extremely filling. Place is quite loud and crowded though. Enjoyed..."
Kaylynn Mocke
"Great vibe, usually Mexican is heavy in one of the four main elements but here their dishes are perfectly well balanced flavors of proteins, spices,..."
Michael Dowden
"Fat Cactus has a really good vibe. There's indoor and outdoor seating, is great for groups, however, can get a bit loud. This is a perfect place to..."
Sahaj Singh
"One word, nachos... These are some of my favorite nachos and the pitcher of margaritas doesn’t hurt. A great little spot on Park street in Gardens,..."
Nicholas_Jon_D
"What a lovely lovely place. We are visiting SA from India, have been to Fat Cactus twice already. Just love the vibe here. The menu and the food is..."
Srishti Agrawal
"One of the best nachos in Cape Town!!!! The service was quick and friendly! Really awesome vibe and cosy from the cold and wet outside. Will..."
Jomari Steyn
"Love Fat Cactus! Great place, great vibe. Food is good and the staff are very friendly. Their Gingerbread tequila is amazing! And they now have Gin..."
Elmari
"Went with a group of about 20 people. Such a great young vibe, especially since the World Cup was on. Food was delicious, packed with..."
Carmelita Dos Ramos
"Was recommended by a friend to give this place a try to satisfy the craving for Mexican food. Amazing service on a busy evening and food was a..."
Kyle Nathan Groenewald
"This is honestly my favourite place to eat and drink! The frozen Gin and Tonic is AMAZING! The staff and manager are the coolest people, always..."
Amy Wardle
"Always a good time at Fat cactus. Nothing like a few frozen margarita jugs to get the night started. Their food is also amazing! The nachos and the..."
Nadia Beverley Abrahams
"The risotto cheese balls and poppers are my favourite so is he nachos (or anything with melted cheese!), simply delicious! You have to try a ginger..."
Yajna Gold
"Awesome ambiance, great service and an extensive, imaginative menu makes every visit to Fat Cactus a treat. The special lunch menu was a welcome..."
Sunellevz
"Honestly, if I could change one thing about The Fat Cactus in Gardens, it would be to bring it to my front doorstep. I had the time of my life here...."
Ivi Malotana
"Went here for lunch and a bit of wifi. Had the starter cheesy nachos, which was a generous serving and filled the gap. The service was great and..."
@natsnotfazed
"BEST service yet from our waiter, Niel. (Would defiantly suggest asking for him to serve you next time you go). Thanks for making our experience at..."
Danielle Sara Eberlin
"Amazing food, everything on the menu tastes great, from fajitas to tortillas to their mountain of Nachos and have to try their Ice Berg Draught beer..."
Ricardo Teixeira
"Really great vibe and a huge variety of Mexican food on the menu. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Vegan cheese available for vegan..."
Sam Corcoran
"Atmosphere is great , would recommend fans or a cooling system for the outside section as it gets extremely hot. The service is fast and friendly...."
Octavia Venables
"The Fat Cactus is an unassuming spot with no frills or fanciness, and its claim to fame is "Cape Town's best Tex Mex since 98'"!They have..."
Lauras World
"What a fabulous find on a Sunday in the city when everything else is closed! Gees, cold drinks and great service. I’m keen to be back...."
Lisa Botha Gibbon
"Easy dining. Fab atmosthphere . Brilliant decor and excellent service . A must to visit. Very well priced booze a bit on the heavy side..."
Andre Breytenbach
"This place is AMAZING!! The waiter and manager were both very friendly and came to come check on us frequently also they were easy to speak to. The..."
Camilynn Camz Conradie
"I was very impressed with the service here, specially since the restaurant was absolutely packed! The food was pretty good, and I highly..."
Andrea L
"The service was fantastic! Our waiter was friendly and entertaining. The margaritas and gingerbread tequila are good. The food was hit and miss..."
Jessica Zef
"I recently visited The Fat Cactus in Cape Town. I was first introduced to The Fat Cactus by my benedict and some of his friends who’d visited it..."
Www.getinmybelly.co.za
"Had such an amazing time here with some friends. The waiter was super friendly and very quick with her service. I had the chicken salad and..."
SquatForPancakes
"I had an amazing dinner and drinks session with a few friends last night. The restaurant itself is very vibey and can get quite loud but..."
Laylah Fay
"The drinks here are brilliant. The iceberg comes highly recommended. The food is also tasty fresh and fast with a great kick. Hands down the best..."
Jaryd Kay
"Fun spot. Great for ambience, good basic Mexican food and a loud, crowds spot. Good service good food! Will go back any time except if I want a glass..."
Richard
"Great place to chill with friends for drinks. Nachos are amazing. Guy that looked like the manager seated us and was extremely friendly. Offered us..."
Nicole Andrews
"This is definitely the kind of place where you have to book a table in advance. It is loud and vibey, perfect for a fun dinner with a group of..."
Sara Lohmaier
"Went to Fat cactus with friends. They assured me that it would be a "Jol". As we entered we just saw a sea of people. The place was packed with young..."
Tsepiso Mbali
"Always a good bet for a quick bite and drink. Friendly and attentive staff, tasty food and overall chilled environment and way less pretentious than..."
Shnapple
"Went here for a friends birthday and it was a great vibe, authentic Mexican style restaurant with a noisy atmosphere and very full. We really enjoyed..."
Aidan Samuels
"Been coming here for a while and never failed to impress, great vibe great service. Highly recommend this place to anyone and easy choice for good..."
Loic Quentin
"This is a classic place to come for tasty Mexican food and even tastier margarita jugs! I always end up ordering my usual nachos, my weakness! But..."
Sarah Mcghie
"I love Mexican food. The Fat Cactus is the perfect relaxed place for super tasty Mexican enchiladas and fajitas and with a super chill vibe. Great..."
John Brand
"I love Fat Cactus so much so that I visited twice on a recent trip to Cape Town. Th food is unpretentious, flavourful, huge portions and decently..."
Sam
"Really good Mexican fair, big fan of the 1/2margarita 1/2 daiquiri jugs and big platter with multiple little nibbles. The portion size is generous..."
Chris Rafael
"The best Chili Poppers in Cape Town! Been frequenting this franchise since the original one opened in Mobray in 1996. Totally consistent- friendly..."
Susan Searle
"We finally gave The Fat Cactus a try and we were not disappointed!The atmosphere was great, a very relaxed vibe, and the food was to die for!..."
Lauren Angela Jeffrey
"Quality food and great drinks. Always a cool vibe 👌🏼Ordered margaritas and nachos and was impressed. Reasonably priced and always..."
CapeTownFoodie
"The chillies are hot and the fire burns....the cocktails were OK (it was happy hour) and the service fine too. I will go back, the only drawback was..."
Julian Meyer
"T'was the eve of love, Valentine's Day, and as expected, Fat Cactus delivered fall-in-love good food. The fact that they make their own..."
Jana Ferreira
"Absolutely delicious!!! Ahhh and such incredible nachos! Homemade, plus there's dairy free cheese available 😍😍 service was spot on, must give..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Vibrant, festive, fast service, friendly staff. Blue cheese and bacon nachos yeah that's right blue cheese and bacon. And of course the famous..."
Dayne Williams
"This is my second Fat Cactus experience but now at a different venue. They’re keeping the standard high! Again, the food was delicious - the best..."
FoodMissionary
"The perfect spot to meet up with good friends and enjoy delicious food and amazing drinks, is located right in the middle of Cape Town, with a buzz..."
TwoTastyTummies
"Just moved to Cape Town and decided to check out the Fat Cactus! Absolutely amazing! From the drinks to the food to the company definitely a ten out..."
Dayne
"We came for a late lunch yesterday and the outside area was buzzing with people ordering their happy hour margaritas. We sat inside which was quite..."
Akira Wing
"I think this restaurant speaks for itself.. Margherita jugs, a menu which makes choosing difficult, and a vibe like none other! As a creature of..."
Mandy Jones
"I usually always stick to the nachos and chilli poppers which are my favourites on the menu but this time I tried the chicken fajitas and my partner..."
Sai Maharaj
"Too many great things about the place. THE MOGARITA JUG is amazing & the so is the price! The food is just as amazing. I've probably been to the..."
Sanelisiwe Sani Sibanyoni
"We recently had a girls' night at The Fat Cactus and it was a great time.We had a few margaritas to start off with, I had the mango flavour..."
Chanel Pillay
"Not my favourite Fat Cactus, but it's still a great place for sundowners/post drinks if you're in the CBD/surrounds. Came here after first..."
Danieljake
"I have never really been in a Mexican vibe restaurant, but The Fat Cactus is definitely worth going to for Mexican food. Loved the menu! So many..."
Rachael Laura Wahl
"Awesome nachos! Lots of drink to choose from. Great atmosphere to hangout with friends. Parking a bit of an issue - Just park underground..."
Ben Kilian
"Today is Mexico's Independence Day, and in that spirit some colleagues and I came here last night for dinner. and I shared their Frida Frittas,..."
Melanie Du Toit
"Loved this place! The food was delicious and the service was good. My favourite part about today was those pulled pork tacos. They equalled happiness..."
Saltnsas
"Great food, great atmosphere. Service is friendly, but was slightly slow, though to be fair, we were there at a very busy time. Loved it overall...."
Owais Diyan
"Awesome social hub in gardens. The food is delicious, the staff are young and friendly. The atmosphere and vibe is on fleek and busy which is great...."
Leonardo Sforza
"Mexican is always a go-to cuisine when you feel like eating out and something spicy! I'm a fan of their frozen margaritas, esp since you can mix -..."
Megan Bellinger
"Definitely one of the best Mexican Eat Outs in Cape Town - Their Fajitas, Amazeballs, Popper and Ginger Bread Tequila are a must!!!! The staff are..."
Shainy
"Always a great choice for a relaxed night out with friends. Be assured you will not go home hungry and certainly will be satisfied if you enjoy..."
Mreviews
"Fat Cactus always makes for lots of fun and will definitely bring you relief when you need your Mexican fix. I love the frozen margarita jugs. They..."
Jonathan Holmes
"Always enjoy some fat cactus. Another place that requires a booking. It's a vibey Mexican spot that offers some really nice Mexican dishes. I've had..."
Ulisha Moodley
"Ahhh fat cactus, what can I say? Top quality joint. The food is so good - all of it. My favourite meal is the pulled pork hard shell tacos, but even..."
Nicole O'Neill
"Nachos at the fat cactus makes me so happy! Love the strawberry juice and the sliders. Much rather prefer this branch than the other. Service is..."
Tabassum Smiley Aleem
"Absolutely superb tacos! I had a craving and the steak tacos really hit the spot. They were delicious and filling and quite a large portion size. My..."
Azele Anne Naicker
"Love this place, definitely one of those soul food places! So yummy, we had nachos and burritos and they are so yummy! Definitely have to visit them..."
Juanita Rene Stears
"Had an excellent evening out with cousins 😄Obviously I had a moggy rita - all 3 flavours in 1 glass of deliciousness! For supper, I had..."
Liezl
"Love this little restaurant in Gardens. I used to live quite close by, so it's become a meeting spot of sorts . Big tip- phone ahead. It's miserable..."
Sumendra Chetty
"Awesome gingerbread tequila and margarita jugs!! The food is also very tasty and authentic Mexican cuisine. I was very impressed and also loved the..."
FoodieC
"Fat Cactus is probably my favourite Mexican Place in the city, haven't had a single negative experience here yet although I was a little disappointed..."
Zanenkululeko Belot
"Friends and I needed to kill some time before an event today so we popped into Fat Cactus for a snack and some drinks. We shared Nachos, chilli..."
Nicol Miller
"Fat Cactus is without a doubt my favourite Mexican spot in Cape Town. You can’t visit this place without having fun – the food is amazing and the..."
Marcia Relling
"Good food but slow service and appalling noise levels from drunk patrons making it impossible to hold a conversation. The quality of the food was..."
Tally Leach
"The food here is amazing and I have not had a bad experience. One of my favourite things to have here is the frozen cocktail. So yummy, but dangerous..."
Nicola Barrett
"Fat Cactus is located down the roads of one of the busiest streets in CBD, Cape Town, but yet provides a serenity of its own away from the traffic..."
Jamie Jacobs
"Awesome vibe here with awesome Margherita jugs. I was disappointed with the chilli poppers that all my friends had previously recommended..."
Gabriel Stein
"10/10 on all aspects. This is hands down the only place I’d go for tacos and nachos, there’s sooo much flavour in these dishes and its extremely..."
Roseline Kolony
"Defnitley more for a much younger generation than me. Very noisy and very busy. Lager mafe very intresting with ice on top. Fibrant atmosphere. Very..."
Es* Louw
"It's a quite nice place for hearty food and drinks. A cool idea is their combination of beer and Margarita. The food we ordered was good but far..."
Robin G
"Always such a good time at Fat cactus. The frozen margarita Jugs are just the best. Food is ridiculously good (The chicken Burrito is my fave) and..."
Shauna Kelly
"Been going here for years. Amazing food and drinks. Current favourites are the fish tacos, gingerbread tequila, castle lite ice berg, and the..."
Daniella Viola
"Great restaurant with colourful interior, friendly staff, and fabulous food, and we had a lovely jug of Strawberry..."
NJ Allen
"First time visit. Great menu, reasonable pricing and super delish real deal Mexican food. Enjoyed every bite, full of fresh flavours. We were there..."
Marcelle Armstrong
"Great food and atmosphere. The mojito just had too much crushed ice, especially at R75 it should be more drink, less..."
Francisco Lakay
"The food is excellent and the frozen margarita jugs are THE BEST. It's also always full and vibey, even on a Monday night. Best to always book ahead..."
Niki Hodson
"It was my first time there, although it was fully booked we got a 2 seater table. The vibe is so fun!! I had the cow boy nachos & it was bomb af!!..."
Kija Nienaber
"Great vibe, interesting menu, not only your normal options. You have to try the Iceberg beers, it is very refreshing. Perfect for an outing with..."
Vicky Krapohl
"Seriously good Mexican food. Very impressed. The atmosphere and service here is great too. Highly..."
Rowan Beard
"Come for the lime margaritas and stay for the good food. Great service to top it off. Would definitely recommend booking a table if you are going in..."
Kate Henry
"Great food, excellent service. The place can get a little noisy, but I suppose it’s par for the course. Food portions are also pretty..."
Darryl Radcliffe
"We enjoyed the starter nachos (nice portion), the poppers and the amazeballs. Loved the food. Strawberry and lime jug was the best mix, the mango and..."
Carina du Plessis
"If you're old like me and you want to revisit your youth for a moment or two, here's where you go. It was so good to sit among young folks and absorb..."
Peter Du Preez
"Good atmosphere and great food. Would come back for their nachos and tacos. Friend was also impressed by their fried bar-one and ice..."
Lerato Sejake
Tortilla Modern Mexican
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"Breakfast burrito was delicious. The only American-style fast-food-but-still-yum-food burrito place that I've found in Cape..."
Robert Ketteringham
"The plus one special was the best thing I've ever eaten! So much flavour! The service is excellent, such friendly staff. Defiantly going back. My..."
Angelique Samuels
"I’ve had it all from bowls to burritos and have been a customer for about 3/4 years since first discovering TMM in Hans Strijdom Ave in 2014. They..."
Louise van Wyk
"Highly highly recommend this phenomenal place to anyone. The folks, siblings and mates/oeks all love it. The new store looks..."
Dean Damon
"The best cooked breakfast with coffee in Cape Town. You will not get a better or cheaper option..."
David van den Bos
"Just had my first modern mexican beef burrito and omw it was delish... Ordered through MR D and the service was amazing and fast......"
Ayesha Karriem
"Best food ever, very healthy and a low carb option too for the banters..."
Sharon Telo Vadas
"Always friendly and great service. Its my go to breakfast every day..."
Rayaan Rylands
"Great morning burrito, super friendly service and a lekker..."
Kurt De Bique
"Love the lady at the till. So friendly. Good breakfast to start the day..."
Shakierah Toffar
"Very impressed! And shot for the vegan options! Super friendly staff as..."
Juandré du Plessis
"Just had the best wrap of my life! Thanks for the great food and service with a..."
Pierre J van Papendorp
"Awesome food, great service and an amazing new look..."
Matthew Morris
"Seriously have never been happier with a burrito. You guys have made my..."
Miles Davis
"I think you are amazing.. love the crew.. exceptional service... everything is just..."
Razaan Abrahams
"Really amazing and flavorful Burrito! I enjoyed it and think I have found my knew favourite Restuarant. The only negative was my Burrito was slightly..."
Wayne Obimbo
"I had a craving for something very hot and spicy, and Tortilla Modern Mexican didn't disappoint! I ordered a Burrito special via Orderin, which also..."
Onodia
"My first time eating here. Such friendly staff who assisted me in making a good decision!!! So many options into building your own..."
Madeegha
"Tried this place out for the second time..their burrito’s are incredible and I love the concept of ‘building your own burrito’.I opted for..."
Farzana Dalvie
"I ordered a takeaway mexican bowl, it was not entirely as expected and I did quite enjoy the taste however they are a very popular restaurant and..."
Yajna Gold
"This place is ultimately cool, first time I ate here and totally loved it. The vibe is lively and energetic from the staff and their food are..."
Zaahidah Adams
"Absolutely faultless. I'll preface my review by admitting that I did get my meal via Mr Delivery so it left little room for error, but there is..."
Inga Sibiya
"Just popped in to have a look with wife and daughter this morning. Was hesitant at first as it didn't look very suitable for our 2 year old. Decided..."
Carl Thomas
"Ordered in to work from here on a super busy day and I was impressed! I got a burrito bowl with chicken and man was it tasty. I really like..."
Claudia Penny
"Such a great concept to the store. The new renovations is super cool and the staff are extremely friendly. Food is great but it's lacking that..."
Nicole Andrews
"Pleasant spot for a quick bite in the CBD for breakfast and lunch. Friendly staff, tasty burritos.The coffee is nice most days - although they..."
Ismail Vinoos
"From the minute I stepped into this place ,I knew I'd like it as much as what I did when I left. I loved the design & decor of this stylish little..."
Imaan Salie
"For what it is, you couldn't ask for better! A quick and light meal. Absolutely perfect concept for the city. Maybe a little difficult to find but..."
Allan Moita
"I am a huge fan of Mexican food and their nacho bowl was great. They have a wide variety and are usually real busy during lunch, which is a good..."
Robz
"Love Tortilla! Chose between a burrito and a bowl, choose your fillings, and your heat level. The sauces are delicious. Be warned, the jalapeño..."
Popsi
"Mexican cuisine is high on our list of favourites and this little spot does nor dissapoint. Located close to the popular Food Lover's..."
JotterJo
"Really good Mexican burritos at a great price. Their secret are the fresh ingredients and incredible sauces all prepared on site. I've eaten over 100..."
Dave Fair
"Good, prompt and friendly service. Very tasty food and great that you can customise your order. Pity there aren't more branches around Cape Town...."
Jason
"I've never actually eaten AT Tortilla Modern Mexican - in fact, I'm not even entirely sure where it is - but, I have had their large burrito meal at..."
Reshmi Muringathuparambil
"Tortilla Modern Mexican has the same vibe as the American restaurant Chipotle and it is the perfect place to grab a tasty affordable meal. I..."
MissPalesaM
"Unpretentious, delicious Mexican food. Great service, too. The staff were so helpful and friendly, and guided me through putting my burrito together...."
Kim Siljeur
"Had steak burrito with all the trimmings with a side of tortilla chips. I enjoy the fact that they give you plain ones as I use woollies jalapeño..."
Specko
"Visited this little spot whilst doing admin in the Icon building - it was a good meal. I had the naked burrito bowl with beef which has no wrap, and..."
Nicki
"Girlfriends been raving abut this place and have to say was not disappointed! Good service and great food. Can't wait to go back there and try..."
Brendan Pramjee
"Naked burritos are amazing here. No carbs! Banting friendly. Also coffee is super cheap before noon. Simple menu and fresh ingredients make it one of..."
Craig Wattrus
"Tortilla Modern Mexican is currently my favourite I-forgot-lunch-where-am-I-going-to-eat restaurant. They have the freshest ingredients, no unhealthy..."
Rita Van Eck
"This is my "go-to" restaurant when I haven't brought lunch to work. Where else can you customize what you are craving for under R50? It's healthy,..."
Tami Magnin
The Fat Cactus
81/100 (2607 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Mexican
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Nachos
Burger
Chili
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Fajitas
Sit down
Mexican
Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Mid-range
"Fat Cactus is never a disappointment; from the staff to the food, to drinks, ambiance! My favorite spot especially because it’s vegan friendly..."
Helen
"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...."
Thabiso Beau
"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..."
Zury Tshidiso Lediga
"Friday lunch with colleagues. This is my work hangout spot. Love it here. Good food, awesome frozen margarita jugs.I had the calamari,..."
Lyn
"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..."
Lou
"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..."
Tess Yieke
"Great food and service. we visited on a Thursday afternoon. was very quiet and we received prompt service. Portions were good and food tasty...."
Abdullahjaco1022
"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..."
Richard
"Enjoyed the Hot Chicky burger!!! Will definitely be back for the warm soup specials: Corn soup served with tortilla chips or Chill Bean soup..."
Matshepo Motlanthe
"A southern suburbs institution, famous with students, families and everyone else. Mexican fare is of pretty good quality. A bit tightly packed but..."
Johnny Jol
"Amazing margaritas!! And their food is really great. You can try a bit of everything actually. The location is good and the service was great!..."
FoodieC
"BEST VIBE, BEST FOOD, BEST SERVICE. I am no stranger to this place and I can guarantee you that their tacos will change your life forever..."
Robyn Samantha Walker
"Received complimentary tequila shots for my anniversary here 😋 in other news, fat cactus never ever fails me, no matter which one I go to. I am..."
Andrea Lauren Kraak
"Nachos from @thefatcactus, 'The Big Cheese' consists of tortilla chips, guacamole, salsa and crema and is absolutely delicious and satisfying. Go and..."
Capetown_restaurants
"I normally wouldn't come here but my daughter has Dutch class around the corner on friday afternoon so i need to kill a few hours in the area. Asked..."
Jessy Lipperts
"The Fat Cactus is always a good time. The atmosphere is lively and the interior makes its cosy. At first it does seem pricy but the portion sizes are..."
Jaynisha Patel
"Fat Cactus is a must for any foodie. The tacos are my weakness. The chicken and guacomole are perfectly combined with a relish and some grilled..."
Tinéo Galela
"Celebrated end of 2nd year with the best selection of drinks and food. The margarita jug was a winner! Enjoyed the chilled atmosphere and great..."
Ankia Scholtz
"We met some friends for dinner before going out for the night and the setting is nice and relaxed. The food was good - we had the bean quesadillas..."
Maxine
"This place makes yummy frozen margherita - I highly recommend the frozen strawberry one. I had the BBQ Pulled Pork tacos which I loved, they came..."
Zinhle Ntuli
"My first time here and I really liked it. The vibe is pure Mexican and the look and feel as well.I had the Pistol Pete quasidilla with..."
Jana Van Rensburg
"I find myself craving fat cactus waaay too much. The food here is mostly hit and miss, but I find that if you stick to what you know then..."
Claudia Penny
"We tried Fat Cactus in Mowbray for the first time and were very impressed indeed. Naturally we had to sample a margharita to begin with, which was..."
Matthew Kretzschmar
"Really standard, but good Mexican food. Go for the pulled pork soft shell taco, hard shell gets a bit messy but tastes as great. Also dabble in the..."
Murray Lovemore
"The Mowbray Fat Cactus branch is definitely my favourite. It's open every day and the staff here are always super friendly. The last time I..."
Danieljake
"Authentically Mexican all the way! Casual and relaxed with awesome food from a well packed menu to choose from. Service is quick, staff are friendly..."
Barbara Ann Hall
"There is always a great vibe here. The food is very good with a big varied selection. I've taken a liking to their Nachos and find myself ordering..."
Conrad Jonck
"A little while ago we got a takeaway from this branch after writing a test.We had the wing basket for starters and I had the quesadillas..."
Chanel Pillay
"Used to frequent this branch when I went to school nearby so decided to pop in again since the last time I've been was 3 years ago. I have to say..."
Iman Bawa
"The fat cactus has quite a reputation for serving up some of the best mexican food in Cape Town. I find this branch has great food but needs a bit of..."
Azele Anne Naicker
"Great night with the girls.We went to the one on long street, super delicious nachos and strong tequila jars. What more do you want? Always a..."
Wilmie Visser
"tried the fat cactus the weekend with freinds. the place was cool and had a student vibe. the nachos were good in my opinion as were the chilli..."
Waseem Dawood
"I am quite a fussy eater and was nervous I wouldn't find anything to eat at the fat cactus but I was pleasantly surprised!! I shared a platter with a..."
Natashakrumbock
"Good food, great atmosphere. Service is a little slow but if you aren't in a rush I would recommend fat cactus in mowbray. Lime margarita was..."
Gill Gregory
"What a great place! Friendly and vibey like a Mexican should be. The food was tasty and the service was spot on. The Jalapeño Poppers were..."
Cary Seach
"A casual Mexican eatery with a few unique options that present a good variation compared to the usual "taco, quesadilla, Nacho" limitations. Service..."
Raeesa Naik
"A beautiful collection of food, and a vine hat is laid back - a place you can enjoy your food. I went here the other night expecting the old menu,..."
Adrian Ciesielski
"Great authentic food, great unpretentious and casual vibe with really helpful and accommodating staff!!! Just the place to relax, unwind and chill..."
Harry Sinko
"I really miss this place. The best nachos ever! And the service was top notch. They are perfect for parties as well. Held a party for like 20 people..."
Chante Daries
"This is my new go to place for nachos. I had the big cheese which was really cheesy. Just the way i like. I felt the chilli poppers were bland. The..."
Tabassum Smiley Aleem
"This place is just amazing! Very festive for a Sunday evening!The staff is very friendly!! And the food is amazing, the portion are..."
Sophie Mamet
"Went there on a Thursday night, the food was good had the Chicken on Waffles. Only issue is the fact that I had to actively find a waiter to point me..."
Khethelo
"This one pips my other favorite Mexican that is near-ish to us because it has a much better atmosphere and a good lively vibe along with a nice airy..."
Richard Best
"Personally Mexican food has never been my favorite cuisine because I'm terrible with spicy foods and always have been so scared to try it as I did..."
Shez
"I've found this place to be a nice place to catch up with a mate and have a good meal. The tacos arn't bad at all and I would suggest trying the..."
Kwangu Mashumba
"Love love LOVE this place! Had never been to this branch, but booked my birthday dinner here based purely on recommendation, and was not disappointed..."
Rebecca Francis-Pope
"Loved the Frozen drinks!!! they were definitly the best EVER! happy hour also helped making it more reasonably priced. Enjoyed the Jalapeño..."
Sonja Strauss
"This place has been around for years and is always busy, and its easy to see why - great service, delicious food (I'm a big fan of their fajitas), ..."
Catherine
"The Fat Cactus always serves the most delicious dishes! Despite being inherently greasy, it is a firm favorite when craving Mexican food and some..."
Amy Imogen Tanzer
"No review needed - just check out that steak burger I ordered.....Amazing food, incredible margaritas, friendly service.... Always a..."
Teresa Cosentino
"Absolutely delicious Mexican food! My favourite meal to have is the Mexican Chicken Quesadilla 🎉 and of course Jalapeño poppers to start! Their..."
Aqeelah Hassim
"Mexican food is always the best go to! Good portions at reasonable prices. I would suggest the veg fajita's for vegetarians and the frozen..."
Mikhil Valjee
"Good food with generous portions. The different flavoured margerita jugs were divine. Will definitely recommend and be back to taste more. ..."
Venetia Paulse
"Always have a great time at fat cactus and the food has never disappointed me. Portions are generous and always a great vibe. Margaritas go with..."
Ryan Ramage
"Starter was my all time favourite chilli poppers which were delicious😊then my boyfriend and I shared the ribs and calamari platter for R120 which..."
Laila Joubert
"Great atmosphere, Nice and cosy and great food. Took my wife there one night in the week and the place was buzzing with fairly hip and young crowd...."
Lance Gurling
"This place makes my heart & gastric acid warm with the amazing variety of Mexican food. We often came over here to reward ourselves or nurse a hang..."
Msomi
"I used to live two blocks away from Fat Cactus. It is honestly the best Mexican place in Cape Town. Fav thing on the menu is the Tequila jug. The..."
Lee Lebotsa
"Best Mexican food in Cape Town... That's for sure! Love that atmosphere! Make sure you book a table well in advance as they are very popular!..."
Justine Lawrenson
"Had lunch at The Fat Cactus today and I was pleasantly surprised! It doesn't look encouraging from the outside but quaint and vibey on the inside...."
Bame Modungwa
"This is one restaurant that comes to my mind everytime I decide to go out for an unwinding evening. Rt from food to ambiance, just one word comes in..."
Ritesh Bhattacharya
"Want a good vibe and GREAT food? Fat Cactus is the place you need to go! Chilli poppers and frozen moggy are my ultimate favourite. Fat Cactus is..."
Nicky
"By far my favourite restaurant in Cape Town. Not only does this Mexican joint offer delicious nachos, tacos, fajitas and the likes, it also has an..."
Kate Coulson
"Lovely vibe especially now with the cold nights it's very cozy. Food and service was really good. Would surely go again! ..."
Bronwen Lendor
"Amazing Vibe. Love the Milky Bar tequila, the tapas and nachos. The perfect hang out. Music is vibey, waiters are friendly and food really tasty...."
Anuscka Du Plessis
"Shout out to The Fat Cactus Mowbray. Epic comfort chow... My frown officially turned upside down! Drinks, food, atmosphere 100's. Awesome night out...."
Garth Van Niekerk
"Finally got that of my bucket list!! What an awesome place ?food was awesome. Make sure you have a jug and at least THREE tequilas! ?see ypu next..."
Cara Vlok
"Fat Cactus in Mowbray is a serious goodie. I know they’re not newbies and I know that most Capetonians already know who and where they are and have..."
MelbourneLops
"I've visited The Fat Cactus on a few occasions and just love it! Always a fun and pleasant choice.We usually get some chilli poppers to..."
Zanel
"I have been to the Fat Cactus Mowbray 3 times now and I have been extremely impressed each time. The food is absolutely delicious, the helpings..."
Mathew West-Russell
"Great spot with quirky decor. Wonderful frozen margarita's - try the strawberry and lime combo. Delicious food with a nice hot kick. Dessert portions..."
Lexi Pauli
"We started lunch with a couple of moggy ritas (a frozen lime and strawberry margarita mix) and an iceberg or two (a draft with a cap of frozen..."
Jenny Sarah Coulson
"This place is great! Good prices and huge portions. Definitely get the bang for your buck. Nachos are outstanding. Pulled pork tacos are..."
Hillary Thompson
"Lovely for a rowdy party. Food is tasty, and they serve big portions, which is great for sharing. Friendly staff. We've held most of the Cape Town..."
Ming-Cheau Lin
"The food was absolutely fab! Really enjoyed chicken enchilada and the quesadillas with bacon. The taste was exceptional.The salsas were fresh and..."
Kyla Tee
"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 😂🫣,..."
Lauren Tichart
"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..."
Ntando Sithole
"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..."
Lourens Engelbrecht
"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..."
Grazelle Marché Sitzer
"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..."
Leanne Johnson-Robson
"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..."
Shaun Fourie
"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..."
Amy Palframan
"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..."
Roseline Kolony
"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..."
Angelo Graser
"I haven't been to Fat Cactus in many years. I took the kids to treat them and WOW. I didn't realise I had been missing the Ice Berg beer special so..."
Andrew Baird
"One of my favourite regular places to go. I enjoy the atmosphere and I have an absolute weakness for their margheritas (both normal and frozen lime)..."
Emily
"Watched the rugby match and had their nachos and jugs. The food is really good as well as the service and drinks . However I just miss the music in..."
Jamielu Savoy
"Visited late afternoon on a Saturday. Had great and fast service with a very helpful waiter who assisted us with our food choices (there are so many..."
Lolla Kolbe
"It's definitely my favorite Fat Cactus branch in CPT. We had such a perfect lunch experience. Service was great even though they were busy. Food was..."
Tiff Thompson
"Took my boyfriend out for dinner. Had a lovely time. Food was tasty and the portions were perfect. Loved happy hour, definitely worth it. Our..."
Tessa Vermeulen
Cabron Taco Bar
81/100 (674 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Pork
Mexican
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"best Hake Taco I've ever had. Have it with soft shell. Really nice sitting on the sidewalks of Bree Street watching the world cup and sinking a cold..."
Gareth Blake Aitken
"The staff is hilarious! They made my day!! :D they were super friendly and funny. I ordered a vegetarian burrito and it was good! I would..."
Suraj Singh
"Nice little hidden gem in Cape Town with some tasty food and cold beer. The vibe is very cool and the staff are uber friendly. Had an amazing time..."
Darryl Linington
"On offer they have nachos, tacos and a few other items. The menu is not that big but the flavor of what they have is very good. The taco flavors to..."
Unique Tastes
"Reserved the inside for Cabron this past Saturday for my farewell.What an eclectic space. I know we are supposed to be complaining about..."
Kezia Swanepoel
"Best burritos I've had in South Africa. Tacos are great as well. Friendly service and good pricing for the portions. Very nice outdoor seating..."
Mitch Lockhart
"This amazing Taco Bar is the new kid on the Bree Street block. The self service style bar has the most simple, yet effective concept and caters for..."
Nicol Miller
"Delicious tuna tacos! Fresh! Also taco Tuesday promo is a winner. 3 Tuna tacos for R100. Very cool vibe with awesome music and the staff is super..."
Sarah Silva
"Popped into Cabrón for First Thursdays before it got too crowded, and the crew welcomed us with open arms and huge smiles. You can see they're so..."
Caro Van Aardt
"Quaint little taco bar on Bree, perfect for a drink and light snack. Relaxed atmosphere, friendly service and top quality tacos with a..."
Roxanne Joseph
"Called in a pickup order before I left work. Picked it up warm and ready. Spicy chicken burrito. Enjoyed it. Trying the beef..."
Nicole Petersen
"I had such a great time here during the Open Streets. The performers were right outside this bar and it was great to sit here and have some beers..."
Mike Henshall
"Great tacos and friendly service. Also the best burritos in Cape..."
Mitch Lockhart
"Little Mexican Taco Bar. Food is delicious yet affordable. Service is outstanding friendly. House wine is very tasty. I stay around the corner and..."
Cape Joe
"I'm a bit of a fiend for Mexican food of any kind. And Cabron really delivers on legit fare, fresh and tasty. The fish tacos are absolutely..."
Sabelo Xulu
"Cool little spot, the tacos are tasty and portions quite..."
Dax Villanueva
"Very nice tacos! Well made and delicious! Loved the chilli sauce they make. No bathroom and was abit of drain smell outside. I know they cant really..."
Kenny Irvine
"Review for the Durbanville branch. Lunch at Cabrón Taco Bar in Durbanville is always a good idea! Their frozen margaritas are the best and strong!..."
Jana van Rensburg
"Quaint. Great tacos and original nachos. (Cheesy sauce with a twist 😍) Awesome margarita's, a must have. You can't go wrong. Cusual after work..."
Samantha McKerry
"The best tacos! The started are a bit over priced, but soon forgetten after the first bite. In all honesty best tacos since I lived in..."
Miranda Ross
"Great place with wonderful food. My wife loved the margarita and they also have great pale ale beer. More for a quick bite than dinner..."
Raphael van Lang
"Great Tacos.! Flavourful and tasty, with awesome sauces. Service was quick and attentive. Lekker music..."
Barend Lotter
"Really good tacos, can do without the cringe decor and please okay Mexican music. I want to listen to Reik, not Whitney Houston while eating my..."
Melissa Weber
El Burro Taqueria
81/100 (1312 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Latin
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Drinks
Ceviche
Fish
Pork
Beef
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Sit down
Mexican
Latin
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Absolutely delicious vegan food! The smokey jalapeño rellenos with cashew cheese were amazing! As well as the vegan artichoke quesadilla, and very..."
Catherine Stevenson
"Fantastic Vegan Menu – I can't wait to come back and try the other dishes on there. My husband had the line fish off the regular menu – he was..."
Cornelle Ellis
"Brilliant experience. Excellent food, amazing service. The calamari is insane. The pulled pork carnitas were out of this world. The smokey chilli..."
Ashlea Myson
"Really enjoyed the orange and mint margarita - nice place, food, and..."
Tara Looney Casimano
"Such delicious food...my word!! And tequila tasting very interesting...hostess great and Nic such a gentleman..well done guys you rock!! Best..."
Mandy Matthew Bird
"Had amazing margaritas and the starter Chiviche amazing!!!! And fish tacos. Thanks to hosts great evening out and drinks and food was great! Can..."
Laura Burrows
"Absolutely terrific. The food and service were impeccable. A nice gem well hidden away. Angela, the manager provided stellar service. She even got us..."
Lee Reeves Allen
"My absolute favourite! Excellent food and on top of it all, environmentally responsible - no straws here! Please open your Newlands restaurant on..."
Emma Brunette
"It was my 1st experience there, thanks to a friend of mine that suggested the place. I enjoyed the Chunky Guacamole and Tortilla chips as starter..."
Lindiwe Ndiwe Livo Sakayi
"Aaaaaaaamaaaazing. Great food. Great staff. Great drinks. Great speed. Looooved it. Come to..."
Roar Kvamme
"Really great vibe, food (especially the traditional mexican dish) and service! Loved it, something totally different. We willl be..."
Megan Combrink
"Had my birthday dinner there last Friday - food, drinks, ambience and service was excellent! Highly recommend. Can't wait for the one in Newlands to..."
Robyn Leigh Tobin
"Cocktails are great & very well priced. Do yourself a favour & order the chocolate fondant for dessert. Probably the best I've had in Cape..."
Kate Wade-Lehman
"Had an AWESOME lunch there today. Love the vegan menu. Great service from Emily. It was my third visit ( twice in Green Point and once in..."
Mary Illingworth Banks
"We visited El Burros in Green Point on Saturday night and just loved the Mexican food experience and friendly ambiance of the place. The service was..."
Antoinette Tossie Brill
"The service was great, the drinks yummy, the main meals everything I hoped it would be and the dessert moorish (I could have eaten 2 portions). I..."
Michael DieTweede Bredenhann
"My favourite little Mexican restaurant. I love their grilled fish tacos and house margaritas. So sad to see they no longer have the duck tacos or..."
Francoise Hannah Phillips
"For years I have loved the El Burro Greenpoint more than this branch but I have to say my opinion has changed. The tapas style of this menu allows..."
Sam
"A cosy corner of Churro Cheerfulness. We absolutely loved the quinoa salad, a variety of tacos and of course ...the churros! Not a value for money..."
Monique Gibson
"El Burro Taqueria is the smaller sibling of El Burro Greenpoint and EL Burro Newlands. The Taqueria specialises in single serving mexican cuisine. We..."
Suraj Singh
"So yummy and I adore El Burro. I do however feel that the menu is slightly limited, even though it’s a Taqueria, it really could have a few more..."
Nicholas_Jon_D
"I'm very happy to have found this place. they serve excellent soft shell tacos. the prawn was we've excellent. The beef and pork was very spicy,..."
Eben Daniels
"Lovely food, lovely people, lovely time. Had excellent quesadillas and a few tequila cocktails. Very nice ambiance and very good food. Love it...."
Daniel Human
"Yaaaaaasssss! These tacos are life! And when you hear a bunch of Latin accents and Spanish being spoken in the restaurant, then you just know that..."
Aletha Jeftha
"Everything from the corn to the crackling is amazing in this place. These guys really know how to make food. They staff are always great and it is..."
Chantelle
"This vibey little spot is a must. Who doesn’t like them some nice tacos?? 🌮🌮 Quaint set up with coloful chairs and small tables..."
Anja Immelman
"Situated on a bustling corner, this place is small but packed with energy! What a pleasant atmosphere to be in. Food is delicious, although portions..."
Kaitlyn Williams
"At the moment this is hands down my favorite restaurant in Cape Town. The food, the vibe, the buy two get the third free special, the drinks - all to..."
Kposselwhite
"My boyfriend and I visited on a Thursday evening and the vibe was awesome/busy. They don't take reservations but are very accommodating and are happy..."
Cherie Thomson
"The gauc is the best out there. The drinks are exciting and delicious and plenty legit Mexican drinks to enjoy. The menu is small but appetizing. If..."
Jaryd Kay
"We had four tacos- Fish, Prawn, Pork and garlic, and Steak. The steak and prawn were our favorites. Really delicious. The fish taco had too much..."
TK Boulais
"Always good service. Great menu. Caters well for veggie vs non-veggie. Flavorsome. Good drinks - warning - the tequila based drinks are quite strong..."
Morgan
"Ok don't mess around!! You HAVE to go here and have to haveThe crispy pork skinThe ceviche The fish tacoThe beef-steak taco..."
Susan Searle
"This place ticks all the boxes for me! Took my gf here for a bday dinner, she doesn't drink tequila but we tried the cocktails anyway and they were..."
Chad Rutter
"Food was excellent. I had the fish tacos and they were just amazing. The churros were also some of the best in have ever had. We went as part of a..."
Ruby Bunjun
"El Burro Taqueria is just fabulous! The fish tacos take me to my happy place. The decor is happy but not over the top. The atmosphere is such a nice,..."
Kyla Meyerson
"My boyfriend and I saw the restuarant as we walked past and decided to give it a go. We didn't realised it was tapas and not being really strong..."
Nicola
"Lovely space. Very open and colorful. The food was good but definitely not spicy (at least not if you're from Latin America). The margaritas were..."
Catalina Guzmán
"Chicken, beef and fish tacos for lunch..incredible food, almost nothing to separate the three! Great service and a really nice spot. Definitely try..."
MattJBlack3
"Met up with some friends for a casual dinner. I have yet to try El Burro in Greenpoint and due to being fully booked, opted for El burro taqueria...."
Sereshan Pillay
"One of my favourite  everyday spots for a light dinner and a drink. Located opposite the popular pub, The Power and the Glory, it's a great spot to..."
Guy Blackhurst
"Trendy, vibrant little Mexican restaurant on the corner. Friendly staff and the churros are fantastic. Definitely worth checking out. I..."
Danieljake
"My Capetonian friend brought me here for dinner and it was absolutely awesome! I love Mexican food and this is the real deal. The portions are..."
Julia Louise Domanski
"Small tasty tapas type food, best to order a variety and mix it up. Great location although parking can be a bit of a mare. Their fish taco is a..."
Rachel Myra
"Being a huge fan of El Burro, I went to El Burro Taqueria with high expectations and I was not disappointed!Inside the Taqueria it is small..."
Mikaela
"Great service-very friendly. We were a table of 6. Loads of different drinks and tapas on the table at any point in time, all tasty, totally my..."
Pieter Strydom
"I had a wonderful evening at El Burro Taqueria a while back. I love the decor and the relaxed feeling and I love the food even more. We started with..."
Juante Wall
"Awesome!!!! 1. Food: full of flavor! 2. Value for money! 3. Friendly staff. 4. Did i mention the food was..."
Imtiyaaz Hart
"Awesome informal little spot with a good vibe. The fish tacos are a win and the overall food is generally good while being a little on the pricey..."
Brad Dubbelman
"Great vibe and great food, mostly do Tacos and u order single portions around R35 each , so make sure you watch that or turns into expensive meal....."
Collin Allin
"If this place was in pretoria I would have had shares...a lot of shares!! My tastebuds went gezooola!!!! The different flavours are devine and you..."
Liza
"We are completely obsessed with the vibe on Kloof street and could not be happier that El Burro is now adding to the awesome atmosphere. With their..."
The Cape Town Glutton
"El burro taqueria summed up in one sentence: Super tasty (expensive) food, not much variety or size. Awesome service, the staff are really..."
Gabriel Stein
"Our first experience at El Burro was an absolute delight. Warmly greeted by our waitress who had good knowledge of the food. All food was incredibly..."
Lorelei Kruger
"Lovely little restaurant opposite rafiki's! The tacos were delicious but my favorite was the chicken quesadilla which were absolutely to die..."
Nic Hern
"This place has been open since June 2015, they're right in the middle of the hipster shitpacking district, and they're unlicensed. Initially I'd..."
Ben Rhys
"Incredibly busy, but it has so many redeeming features that you don't even notice.  Friendly, spritely staff.  The food is easy to love, and is..."
Max Hayes
"Amazing American style Mexican, I'd say closest to Texmex. Absolutely delicious... Try the ceviche, fish taco, chorizo breakfast taco... Only the..."
MaccTuyyna
"What an amazing place! Loved the flavours, the vibe, the decor and the service. Was a lovely night and I'll definitely be back again. Keep an eye..."
Kate Stewart
"Everything about this place is lovely, from the decor to the food and the service. The churros are 💯 I'll definitely be heading back soon...."
Shannon Van Wyk
"Great Mexican food. fast and efficient service and great tasty food. Nice small portions so you can taste a variety of what they serve. good..."
Craig Calverley
"I love the vibe of this El Burro taco bar! It is awesomely decorated and the small menu really hits all the spots you want from a taco joint. The..."
Kirsty Donald
"Interesting experience. Authentic Mexican dishes, nachos do not appear on the menu. I had the enchiladas and a side of chilli. If you love chilli, go..."
Claire Shaban
"Great place with a great atmosphere! The food is authentic and packed with flavor! Staff were great and service was great, def recommend this one to..."
Alan Jan Meyer
"Awesome little taco restaurant and really great lunch spot. Small potions so you might need to order several options to make a meal....but this is a..."
Nastassja Toll
"Mexican food is such a win. The portions here are small but the flavours are big! It's quite nice that you can bring your own drinks in but don't..."
Ricki Allemann
"We arrived at El Burro Taqueria excited for a great dinner surrounded by a buzzing atmosphere. And we were not let down! El Burro Taqueria is a small..."
Shadi Eshraghi
"Nice and intimate little spot and well located opposite Power & the Glory. The portions are quite small and even though it seems well priced you will..."
So 'n Bek Moet Jêm Kry
"Delicious, more traditional Mexican food. Small portions, well priced, for a good mix and match kind of meal, nice for variety and taste testing..."
Lauren Arendse
"We went there this past weekend, we ordered the beef, chicken and pork tacos and the beef quesadilla and it was delicious! But, what stole the night..."
Persephone
"A simpler & quick version of El Burro. Nacho's and salsa as a starter - would have liked some avo salsa with them. Taco's -..."
Sarah Leigh Visser
"What a lovely spot! Went for a girls dinner and everyone left very satisfied. Quite small and they don't take bookings so get there early...."
Nicki
"Popped in on a Friday after work and it was relatively empty and we managed to get a table near the window. The waitresses were efficient and..."
Simone
"Upon biting into one of El Burro Taqueria's tacos you are immediately spellbound by the taste of the soft taco shell - a corn flavour that wraps..."
Elle Aiello
"So tonight I got to experience El Burro Taqueria and I'm so happy to have finally done so. It was packed and the vibe was amazing. The waitresses..."
I Love Foodies
"LOVE this little gem. Popped by yesterday, unplanned, which is fine as they don't take bookings anyway. Looks like a Mexican diner, small but the..."
Chetna Black
"Wow, love this place. Style and decor is fresh and uplifting. Great colour on the wall. Delicious food, I love the way they do their chili poppers...."
Phillip Black
"Vibrant, colourful and each plate served is sure to carry an absolute flavour bomb. The ingredients are fresh and authentic, while the dishes..."
Mitch Prinsloo
"Popped in for a quick bite after work. Darted across the road to the bottle store to pick up a bottle of vino as the venue doesn't have a liquor..."
Sean Doc
"Im probably a bit biased as the regular El Burro's biggest fan, but the baby brother of my favourite doesnt disappoint! I love that I can have a..."
Carla Schoeman
"Had the chicken, fish , veggie tacos. Also had the Chilli rellenos. Recommend the chicken tacos. Nice concept, felt the Mexican vibe...."
Kev
"This lovely little place in the heart of Kloof Nek is perfect for the indecisive, or those who find themselves constantly wanting everything on the..."
Claudia Penny
"Completely lived up to my expectations - Food comes out quickly, it's delicious and there's a great vibe.Highly recommend: fish tacos and..."
Kara Levy
"So good! The ceviche was fantastic and I loved all the tacos, especially the spicy chillorio pork. The space is small but didn't feel over crowded. I..."
Kate McLean
"Hot damn, this place lives up to its reputation. The food is fresh and unbelievably tasty - I had the fish taco (soooo good) and vegetarian..."
Jenny Sarah Coulson
"Great little spot - essentially Mexican tapas. Good vibe and great design and ambiance. The food was fantastic. Not licensed yet so had to run across..."
Norman Buller
"This is the new kid on the Tamboerskloof block and it's fabulous. Owned by the El Burro team the offering is my kind of food - small tapas type..."
Cape Town Diva
"El Burro's new venture in the city bowl - delicious Mexican fast food you can eat with one hand, leaving the other free for a glass of vino. No..."
Bianca Lee Coleman
"Affordable. Friendly. & vibey. Visiting this restaurant during their opening weekend I was pleasantly surprised by their fantastic service and..."
Ashleigh
"I am so delighted to have Cape Town's best Mexican restaurant on my doorstep! El burro has out done itself with its Taqueria.The smaller..."
Ashleigh Fynn
"Although the portions are small, the tacos are very tasty. I would suggest going with a group and ordering different dishes to share. The churros..."
Chloe Igo
"Really great ambiance- cosy with candles. The food was delicious- the vegetarian taco was way too hot to eat. However, as soon as we said something..."
Foodhunter
"Finding parking is a bit of a nightmare - but the food, service and ambience makes it worth the hassle. They are still awaiting approval of their..."
GideonC
"Killer little gem! About time ct got introduced to some quality quick service Mexican! Pork and fish tacos are winners - and if you into ceviche,..."
Adrian
"Think about El Burro Taqueria as El Burro's baby sister. It's literally the dynamite version of cape town's best Mexican joint . A small focused menu..."
Makosha Maja
"Friends and I pulled in to this restaurant mid-afternoon on Saturday and we had to pull ourselves away late evening.  The staff were very happy and..."
Natasha Day
"This El Burro has a fresh take on how you approach your decision making when it comes to ordering your food. It is convenient for anyone wanting to..."
Wayne Reid
"Mesmerizing views. Seats strategically arranged to ensure that every guest could indulge in the scenery while enjoying their meal. I had crispy duck..."
Nikiwe Mayedwa
"The tacos are excellent but a bit on the pricey side. It’s quite small inside and it was very busy on Saturday evening when we went. Parking is..."
Jacob O'Brien
"If you want really good tasty mexican food this is the spot. Service was quick, staff friendly and the restaurant created the perfect vibe with that..."
Grant Oliver
"We like to come here with friends, great openings for both vegans and omnivores =) Lately the hot chocolate has become a bit watery, but service and..."
Yin “n” You
"Chips and salsa are worth the trip. The tacos are amazing. Drinks always hit the spot. I think this is one of our favourite local spots. We visit..."
Matthew Stark
"Almost all of the restaurants in the neighborhood were closed at 9pm but we noticed this restaurant was open. Considering I come from the States and..."
Mel B
"Delicious, flavourful food. Always accommodating to patrons and allow add ons and substitutions to orders (I always ask for regular mozzarella in the..."
Sacha
"There are unlikely to be any other spots that have food this good. I'd say likely uncomparable! The service is alot on point, kind, and suuuuper..."
Hannah Hudson
"Small Mexican place. Lovely atmosphere at night. Wish they could have a few other cocktails though (without tequila, as all the cocktails are..."
Brandon Daffue
"El Burro literally never disappoints. BEST..."
Annika du Toit
"El Burro is a must go at Kloof. Great food, great service. You can just enter and get a table. Not expensive but quality is really..."
Rudy Peters
"Always a great place to go. Late afternoon is my personal favourite time as the sun slowly bakes you, the food fills your soul and the margaritas..."
Van Zyl van der Merwe
"Fantastic fresh food seemingly prepared in a very authentic manner. Great taste combinations and if your looking for authentic Mexican I highly..."
Andrew Turpin
"I promised myself that I won’t throw 5 stars reviews around anymore, but this place earns it. All I want from a Mexican place! Great fresh food,..."
Marvin Schuster
"Selection of tasty, modern Mexican cuisine, to..."
Petri Jansen
"Loved the house made Limonade, staff were very helpful and friendly. Vegan Quesadillas were full of flavour with four..."
Wendy Wood
"Really delicious tacos and guacamole. Definitely worth to check it..."
Florian Tschurtschenthaler
"So delicious, high quality, great flavor combos & great service 👍 suggest the Chilorio Pork taco & Chili..."
Renee La Tour
"The food is delicious. The venue is cool and quirky. It is small however, so the seating can be quite odd when it gets busy, which is often. I was..."
Lauren Stuckenberg
El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
73/100 (186 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Beef
Burrito
Sit down
Mexican
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Cash Only
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Hi everyone. I visited this cute little place 2 day's ago. Would defiantly recommend to anyone that has a taste for something spicy! 10/10 for food..."
Brandon Ray Rudman
"Great vibe! Delicious food! Prices good! I highly recommend..."
Lulu De Pontez
"Wow what an amazing hidden gem in the heart of Sea Point. Great night out, wonderful food and..."
Charlene Van Der Berg
"Very impressed with the change of attitude and food quality here. Burritos are exquisite, as are Chef David's tortilla chips and dips. Place has..."
James Robert Hogan Costello
"I took my family there today (30/12/2015), we had absolutely amazing time, the food was out of this world and as a restaurant/pub manager myself I..."
Lindsay Lynch
"Great atmosphere! Tasty Nacho's, right at the heart of Seapoint Main..."
Heather Rodwell
"Good food. Flavours are fresh and natural. The chilli is truly great, good kick that is balanced by salsa and other toppings. Not my favourite to..."
Conrad Jonck
"I went there even after reading some disappointment reviews, I entered got a warm welcome ordered the food, got a bit delayed in delivering it to me..."
Chirag Kakadiya
"We visited and had a great time! The chilli-poppers were delicious, as were the mains (we had pulled pork burritos). The food overall is spicy with..."
Vix Sticks
"A few of my close friends and I were looking for a couple of drinks and some good chow on a Friday after work and came across El Mariachi's Liberado..."
Ryan Jones
"I am here in El mariachi Mexican restaurant but manager who is on duty is rude we spend so money but he doesn't want change the music why?????..."
Alice Makeba
"Simply love the food here. After visiting Mexico on a weekly basis for 8 months while working abroad,i can vouch for this restaurant if you looking..."
Keval Trikam
"We visited El Mariachi for an early supper. Without much expectation, we were pleasantly surprised with the good service received but most..."
Nicole Mack
"I read the reviews before visiting el mariachi, I always do. Especially with a groupon which my dad decided to buy. The reviews left me very nervous..."
Andrea Lauren Kraak
"I really enjoy Mexican food, but struggle with any kind of hot food. Usually I make a point to ask for super mild food. Tonight, I forgot and was..."
Paul Sainsbury
"Had some really tasty tacos... Looking forward to going..."
Jodi Mossman
"Mexican Food So Authentic, Donald Trump wants to build a wall around it! Love this quaint hidden gem. They make the BEST Frozen Margaritas in town. ..."
Jackie
"El Mariachi brings Mexico to Seapoint! The food and drinks are very well priced. They have a couple of Mexican-style dishes to choose from, which you..."
Dewald Reinke
"Nice friendly place. Real good food,made on site. Loved it..also good..."
Dave Verster
"Best cocktail ever...keep it..."
Sai Salome
"The food is really good and the pricing is amazing. Needs a bit more buzz and mood to be 5..."
Shannon Hendrickse
"Delicious food, The cooks are fantastic...And the manager and waitresses are so..."
Nadia Saffodien
"Certanly some of the Best Mexican food in Cape Town. Usually quite so a very relaxing place to eat and drink a nice..."
karl van wyk
"Delicious food, friendly decor and design, good specials. Monday half price..."
Gabriel Larkin
"Great food.. big portions.. great..."
Takwana Mutanga
"Omg. Love love love the crispy tacos.Need to get back..."
Amanda Eldeeb
"Amazing food. Great quality for..."
Toni Stadler
"Good, spicy food and they also do..."
Delena Malan