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Authentic Mexican Food

September 25, 2024

If you are starting your search for Authentic Mexican Food Near Me, make sure to include Iron Cactus on your list. We are proud to be local and authentic to our communities, with a deep passion for creating bold, unique and Authentic Mexican dishes.

Iron Cactus’ menu is the culmination of countless hours in the kitchen and years studying the distinctive cuisine of Mexico and the Gulf Coast. The results are dishes that are equal parts fresh, mouth-watering and delectable. Not to mention, our Signature margaritas and tequila-influenced cocktails are the perfect companions to our culinary selections.

The perfect start to a meal is the Ahi Tuna Ceviche! Always a crowd-favorite, it is made with ahi tuna, fresh avocado, and pico de gallo that is marinated in blanco tequila and lime juice.

For your main course, try one of our enchiladas! We have traditional favorites like the Chicken Enchiladas or Cheese Enchiladas. Feeling a bit more adventurous, try our Veggie Enchiladas, Shrimp Enchiladas and or the Brisket Enchiladas. All things considered, our most unique option is the Stacked Pork Enchiladas and a personal favorite of mine! Made with pork carnitas, Monterey Jack cheese, verde sauce and topped with a fried egg. They will certainly delight your taste buds! They are of course served with Mexican rice and your choice of beans to round out your meal.

One of the best parts of the unique Iron Cactus experience is our locations. In Austin, you can find us in the heart of historic 6th street in Downtown. Enjoy the excitement of 6th Street from the restaurant or our 3rd floor rooftop patio with a view of the downtown skyline. In San Antonio, we are located on the famous River Walk. Enjoy the River Walk from inside or on the beautiful patio with views of the boats and the Selena bridge.

So, the next time you are looking for Authentic Mexican Food Near Me, start at the Iron Cactus.

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Office Christmas Parties

September 19, 2024

It is almost that time of year! Is your office manager frantically searching online for “Office Christmas Parties”? Are you in need of the perfect venue to host your upcoming holiday party? Let Iron Cactus save the day!

With locations in San Antonio or Austin, Iron Cactus brings life to office parties with various private and semi-private dining rooms to choose from. Coupled with our contemporary Mexican food menu, there are many options for delicious food and drinks to satisfy your staff.

San Antonio

Our downtown San Antonio location has a floor to ceiling view of the River Walk and celebrates the authentic Mexican culture with the inviting vibes inside. If your office party style is more casual, consider booking your group in the Upper Dining area to celebrate with a cocktail party. Need something more private? The Cactus Room and Agave Room both have private settings and have been a top event space in the Iron Cactus family. If you need a bigger space, these two rooms can be combined with one goal in mind: party! These rooms also showcase a private bar as a unique experience to treat your trusted employees for a great year.

Austin

Our Downtown Austin location offers the best view of downtown 6th Street! The 2nd Floor Mezzanine event space is a casual setting, perfect for smaller cocktail-style events. This area is semi-private and overlooks the main dining room. If you need more privacy, The Cactus Room maintains the same industrialized nineteenth century décor as the restaurant and accommodates up to 90+ guests.

You can also reserve our 3rd floor rooftop patio for your event. Our patio includes a fully enclosed interior cocktail and bar area and access to an exterior patio. We also equipped the exterior patio with fully radiant heaters, motorized sectional shades, and wind screens—just in case Mother Nature does not cooperate with our event plans.

As you can see, Iron Cactus’ offers many catering and private event opportunities to suit your need. The next time you need to book Office Christmas Parties – look no further than Iron Cactus. We would love to share our space with your team and show you all a great time. We also have A/V capabilities to add to your experience. Our customer service team is happy to help you plan, prep and party! Get started by filling out an event request form here.

Best Fajitas

August 18, 2024

It is August 18 – also known as National Fajita Day! Once again, you search for the “Best Fajitas Near Me” and come up with a huge list of restaurants. But where do you start the celebration?

Look no further than Iron Cactus! Our two Texas locations offer bold, unique and flavorful Mexican dishes combined with amazing views, beautiful patios and historic locations. In Austin, we are in downtown on historic 6th Street and our San Antonio’s location is on the famous River Walk.

Our menu is the culmination of years of dedication and passion by our renowned chefs. One of our more popular items just happens to be our Sizzling Fajitas! We offer a variety of fajitas to please everyone’s taste. We have Certified Angus Beef® Skirt Steak, Tequila-Marinated Chicken Breast, Tequila Adobo-Marinated Shrimp, Combination Steak and Chicken, or Herb-Grilled Vegetables.

Our fajitas can be ordered for one person or for two! They come on a sizzling hot platter with both Mexican rice and beans. You will also receive shredded lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole and sour cream. Plus, warm flour or corn tortillas of course!

While you are savoring your fajitas, make sure you complete your meal with a hand-crafted cocktail from our extensive menu. Tequila is our most popular spirit and we are proud to feature over 100 premium tequilas. You can even create your own margarita from any tequila, mixed with either Cointreau, Naranja Orange Liqueur or Gran Gala.

We also have over 20 specialty tequila cocktails if you are looking for a tried-and-true option! The exclusive Iron Cactus Double Barrel is made with Herradura Double Barrel Reposado, Cointreau, fresh lime, and agave. It is the perfect complement to any meal!

The next time you want to look for the “Best Fajitas Near Me” – skip the search and head to Iron Cactus! We will save you a seat.

Cocktail Bars in Austin

July 14, 2024

It may be known for its live music, but did you know there are hundreds of Cocktail Bars in Austin? If you are feeling overwhelmed – start with the Iron Cactus! A local favorite since 1996 and located in the heart of Downtown Austin.

Named one of the top 10 tequila bars in the country, Iron Cactus offers over 100 premium tequilas on its menu. From silver tequila to añejo tequila, cristalino and we even have mezcal! Enjoy your favorite tequila in a flight, a hand-crafted cocktail or mixed into one of our famous margaritas.

Not sure where to start? Choose from one of over 20 tequila cocktails on the menu, including our specialty Cactus Exclusive drinks. A favorite is our Iron Cactus Double Barrel margarita made with Herradura Double Barrel Reposado, Cointreau, fresh lime and agave. Or try our newest Cactus Exclusive drink made with Cristalino tequila! The Cristanlino Barrel Reserve features Maestro Dobel Barrel Reserve, Cointreau, fresh lime and agave.

If Tequila is not your liquor of choice – we also have you covered. Our signature cocktails feature a variety of vodka, bourbon, rum and whiskey liquor. There is truly something for everyone at Iron Cactus!

When the weather heats up, a frozen cocktail is always welcome! Enjoy an Original Margarita as it comes or make it your own with a custom swirl or top off! For only $2 extra you can swirl your frozen margarita with strawberry, mango, prickly pear or peach. Then you can top it off with Cointreau, Magdala Orange Liqueur or Chambord for an extra $3. For your non-tequila lovers, we also offer a frozen Piña Colada or Frośe.

The next time you are looking for Cocktail Bars in Austin, make sure you plan to visit the Iron Cactus. Our bar is open daily until 11pm. We also offer great Happy Hour deals on weekdays from 3PM-6PM!

Time for Happy Hour!

June 11, 2024

Summer means sunshine, hotter weather, and time for happy hour! If you are searching for Happy Hour Near me, look no further than the Iron Cactus. In Austin, we are conveniently located downtown at the corner of 6th Street and Trinity. Or find us on the famous River Walk in San Antonio, right next to the Selena Bridge.

Happy Hour at Iron Cactus runs Monday to Friday from 3pm-6pm at both locations. Enjoy specials on small house margaritas and chile con queso. Our frozen house margarita is made with Torada Silver Tequila and Triple Sec. It is sure to cool you off in the heat! It also goes perfectly with some chips and our tasty chile con queso. This cheesy goodness is made with hatch green chiles, pico de gallo, and roasted jalapenos.

Are you looking for views to go with your Happy Hour? Iron Cactus has you covered there as well! Our Downtown Austin location’s patio overlooks the excitement of 6th Street. Or take in the views of boats and the lights on the River Walk in San Antonio!

Once Happy Hour is over, stay for dinner and enjoy contemporary Mexican cuisine that is as authentic as it is delicious. Enjoy traditional classics like our Cheese Enchiladas, Chicken Fajitas, or Baja Fish Tacos. Feeling adventurous? Try one or our house favorites, like the Mexican Meatloaf or the Stuffed Avocado.

You are sure to have a great time at Iron Cactus whether at brunch, dinner or when you are on the search for “Happy Hour Near Me”!

Iron Cactus Happy Hour Specials
Monday – Friday: 3pm – 6pm
$7.00 – Small House Margaritas
$7.00 – Chile Con Queso

*Available everywhere in our restaurants, for dine-in only. Happy Hour will not be available in Austin during special events, including SXSW, ACL and Formula 1.

Full-Service Catering in Austin

May 16, 2024

Event planning can be stressful! From picking a date to finding a venue, your to-do list is probably a mile long. Let Iron Cactus take one thing off your list with our full-service catering in Austin.

Iron Cactus has years of experience in handling a wide range of catered events and we have worked with many popular venues across Austin. We have catered all types of personal events, from graduation parties to wedding reception, birthday parties and more! We also cater for office luncheons, training, or corporate events.

Our full-service catering packages include buffet setup, buffet table linens, a service station and two hours of buffet service. When an event is in your space, it is all about the infusion of flavors and pleasing your guests. Your guests can dine on our bold, unique, and flavorful Mexican dishes – from Pollo Relleno and Pescado del Mar to Southwest Paella.

In addition to food, our catering service experts can also help you arrange additional services to enhance your event. We can help with china and silverware, rentals for tables, chair or tents, bar and cocktail service, linens, and cake-cutting service.

If you have everything already covered for your event, we also offer delivery-only packages as well. No matter what option you choose, we pay attention to details and are committed to making your event a success!

Start the process today by completing our off-site catering request form. All you need to provide is the date, venue and expected number of guests to get started. From there, our experts will work with you to assemble the perfect menu for your event. Just know that when you choose Iron Cactus for your full-service catering in Austin, you and your event will be in great hands!

Austin Mexican Restaurant

March 18, 2024

Austin is famous for many things. Live Music, The University of Texas and of course – food! You cannot come to visit without eating at an iconic Austin Mexican Restaurant like Iron Cactus. Located in the heart of Downtown Austin on historic 6th street, the location cannot be beat.

Open every day for lunch and dinner, you can dine inside our restaurant or on the rooftop patio with views of 6th street and the downtown skyline. Start off your meal with a refreshing cocktail from our extensive drink menu. Featuring hand-crafted tequila cocktails and over 100 premium tequilas – there is a reason we were voted one of the top tequila bars in the United States.

Certainly, every meal should begin with an appetizer. Enjoy traditional favorites like Chile Con Queso and our famous Tableside Guacamole hand-tossed to perfection. Or try some of our more innovative options like the Pork Tamale Pops. Made with moist pork, flavorful tamale masa, jalapeños, and pepper jack. It is a fun, unique twist on a classic!

Moving onto the entrée – there are so many to choose from! Undeniably, you cannot go wrong with one of our Sizzling Fajitas. Choose from Angus beef skirt steak, tequila-marinated chicken, shrimp, or herb-grilled veggie fajitas. Other house favorites include the Stuffed Avocado, Mexican Meatloaf, and Baja Fish Tacos.

Additionally, we even have options for your vegan friends and family – our Vegan Tacos! Made with portabella mushrooms, black beans, lettuce, fresh avocado, sun-dried tomatoes, and pico de gallo.

Lastly, make sure to leave room for dessert! Enjoy the vanilla bean expresso crème brulee with fresh whipped cream and seasonal berries. Also, try our twist on a classic dessert – the margarita key lime tartlet.

With a deep passion for creating flavorful Mexican dishes, Iron Cactus stands apart as the premier Austin Mexican Restaurant. Check out the full lunch and dinner menu here and make your reservation today!

Private Event Venues in Austin

January 18, 2024

Planning a party in Austin? It can be a struggle to find Private event venues in Austin. Save yourself time and frustration and start at Iron Cactus!

At Iron Cactus, you will find spaces to accommodate parties of virtually any size or type! We can handle all sorts of private events – from wedding rehearsals to graduation parties, birthday parties to corporate events and more!

The Mezzanine level of the restaurant is the perfect size to support an intimate gathering of friends and family. The casual style of the room makes it the perfect setting for a cocktail function, and it can comfortably seat 40 guests for dining.

Looking for something for a larger party? Consider the Cactus Room that can seat up to 90 people or up to 120 people for a cocktail party. The room maintains the same industrialized nineteenth century décor as the restaurant. Plus – did we mention it also has a private bar?

If you need even more space than our private dining rooms offer, you can always rent out our entire restaurant! The Iron Cactus can accommodate up to 500 guests with the best views of Sixth Street and historic Downtown Austin.

Contact our event staff today to learn why Iron Cactus is one of the best Private Event Venues in Austin. Fill out our online event request form to get things started.

Catering Services in Austin

December 28, 2023

Iron Cactus is not just a popular dining destination, but a provider of exceptional Catering Services in Austin. We are here to help with your corporate event, family gathering, wedding, birthday or anniversary party! Iron Cactus stands ready to elevate your experience with an array of delectable dishes and impeccable service.

Iron Cactus provides both full-service catering services or delivery only services in the Austin area. If you decide on full-service catering, we will provide a buffet setup, buffet table lines, a service station, and two hours of buffet service. We can also arrange for china and silverware, tables, chairs and tent rentals, bar service, linens, and cake cutting service.

When the event is in your space, it’s all about the infusion of flavors and pleasing your guests. We offer a variety of menu options to choose from for your event. From sizzling fajitas to Southwest Paella and Pollo Relleno, we are sure your guests are going to be happy with what you choose. We pay attention to all the details and promise to give you the full Iron Cactus experience.

Start the process by filling out our off-site catering request form and one of our catering services experts will get back to you shortly! Iron Cactus Catering Services in Austin is committed to making your event a success.

Unusual Sunday Brunch Spots You Don’t Want to Miss

December 15, 2023

Welcome to “Unusual Sunday Brunch Spots You Don’t Want to Miss,” brought to you. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a gastronomic journey that transcends the ordinary. Join us as we redefine the very essence of a traditional Sunday brunch, skillfully blending classic flavours with unprecedented culinary innovations. Prepare to savour every moment and indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience that will linger on your palate and in your memories. Iron Cactus invites you to explore these unique brunch destinations, where culinary boundaries are pushed and every bite tells a story.

A Feast of Flavors

Our highlighted brunch spot offers an extraordinary culinary adventure that tantalizes the taste buds and elevates the brunch experience to new heights. The menu is a tantalizing tapestry, weaving together a fusion of traditional brunch items with vibrant Mexican-inspired flavors. Imagine immersing yourself in a feast of gastronomic delights, savoring artisanal omelets bursting with farm-fresh ingredients, indulging in the zesty flavors of fresh seafood ceviche delicately seasoned with herbs and citrus, and relishing the irresistible allure of mouth-watering chilaquiles, each dish meticulously crafted to achieve gastronomic perfection.

Signature Beverages to Complement Your Meal

Indulge in an elevated brunch affair, where the essence of our culinary artistry intertwines seamlessly with a curated array of handcrafted libations. Our menu boasts an exquisite range of beverages, inviting you to savor the essence of leisure in every sip. Delight in the timeless allure of a classic Mimosa or Bloody Mary, each crafted with precision to evoke nostalgia and satisfaction. For those seeking a touch of innovation, immerse yourself in the bold flavors of our 100% Agave Margaritas and Tequila Cocktails, where every concoction is a testament to our dedication to the craft. Elevate your sunday brunch near me quest with an unparalleled amalgamation of flavors and artistry, ensuring an unforgettable gastronomic journey.

Unique Ambiance at Every Location

Discover an unparalleled brunch experience at us, where every location boasts its unique ambiance, enriching your visit with diverse atmospheres. Whether you’re savoring the lively energy of our Austin locale or indulging in the intimate charm of San Antonio, we ensures you’ll find a setting perfectly attuned to your mood, enhancing your Sunday brunch with a touch of distinctive allure.

Dietary Considerations and Safety Protocols

We prioritize your health and well-being above all else. With meticulous attention, we curate our menu to accommodate diverse dietary needs, ensuring options catering to gluten-free requirements. Our commitment extends beyond the menu; we take extensive precautions to minimize the possibility of cross-contact, prioritizing the safety of our patrons with the utmost care and diligence. Transparency is a cornerstone of our service—we believe in openly communicating with our valued customers about any potential allergen exposure. Your satisfaction and safety are fundamental to our ethos.

More Than Just Brunch – A Community Gathering

Join us not just for a meal, but for a joyous community gathering. Our brunch spots transcend mere eateries; they are vibrant spaces where friends and families converge, weaving a tapestry of warmth and togetherness. Here, laughter harmonizes with the clinking of glasses, and conversations dance through the air, painting moments that etch themselves into the heart, creating cherished memories that linger for a lifetime.

Seasonal Specials and Local Ingredients

We take immense pride in our commitment to sourcing locally grown, seasonal ingredients, handpicked to guarantee the utmost freshness and deliver the most exquisite flavors in every dish. Our culinary philosophy revolves around celebrating the vibrant bounty of each season, reflected in our thoughtfully curated seasonal specials. These specially crafted dishes are meticulously designed to highlight the finest offerings of the region, granting you a one-of-a-kind culinary experience that encapsulates the essence of our local cuisine. At Iron Cactus, savor the fusion of exceptional flavors and the true essence of the region in every bite.

Experience the Unforgettable

As you plan your next Sunday outing and search for ‘sunday brunch near me,’ Iron Cactus beckons, inviting you to embark on an extraordinary culinary journey. Our establishment promises more than a mere meal; it’s an oasis where every visit transcends into an unforgettable experience. At each Sunday brunch becomes an opportunity to relish delectable dishes, savor exceptional drinks, and craft joyous memories. Don’t miss out on this exceptional dining adventure—reserve your table today and immerse yourself in the quintessential Sunday brunch experience!

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