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Mexican Food Catering in San Antonio: Bringing the Fiesta to You

October 16, 2025

Planning an event in San Antonio? No matter the occasion, Iron Cactus makes it easy to serve up bold flavors and unforgettable hospitality with our full-service Mexican food catering.

At Iron Cactus, we’ve been perfecting our craft for nearly 30 years and now we bring that same passion straight to your event. From sizzling fajitas to creamy queso and our signature margaritas, we offer the best of our menu in a way that’s fully customizable.

We proudly cater:

Weddings and rehearsal dinners
Office lunches and corporate parties
Private celebrations and birthdays
Holiday events and fundraisers

Full-Service Catering You Can Count On

Our San Antonio catering team handles everything, so you don’t have to! We offer full-service setup, staffing, and cleanup for a seamless experience. Need bartenders? No problem. Want a taco bar or fajita buffet? We’ve got you. We’ll even help customize your menu to match your dietary needs or preferences.

Our food is made using high-quality ingredients, ensuring every bite bursts with authentic Mexican flavor. Whether you’re serving 20 guests or 200, we deliver the same commitment to excellence we’re known for at our River Walk location.

Book Your Catering Today

Make your next event a true fiesta with Mexican food catering from Iron Cactus in San Antonio. Request a quote on our website and start planning today. Great food, great service, and zero stress. We bring the party to you!

Authentic Full-Service Mexican Catering in Austin & San Antonio

July 28, 2025

Planning an event in Austin or San Antonio at a venue of your choice? Whether it’s a corporate lunch, birthday party, or wedding shower, elevate your experience with Iron Cactus Full-Service Mexican Catering. Known for our bold and unique flavors, Iron Cactus brings the same contemporary Mexican cuisine from our restaurants directly to you!

Iron Cactus is not your average caterer. We offer a variety of menu options to choose from and can provide full-service catering or delivery only. Our full-service offerings come with buffet setup, table linens, service station and two hours of buffet service.

We can help make the day of the event easier by helping arrange for anything else you may need – from china and silverware to table, chair or tent rental. And do not forget the bar and cocktail service! You do not want your guests to be thirsty!

Our team specializes in catering events of all sizes—from intimate gatherings to large-scale galas or banquets. We cater to:

Birthday parties
Anniversary parties
Wedding showers and rehearsal dinners
Corporate events
Business luncheons
Holiday parties
Family reunions
And more!

From start to finish, our catering coordinators ensure every detail is handled. Iron Cactus brings professionalism, hospitality, and flavor to every bite from Pollo Relleno and Pescado del Mar to Southwest Paella and Shrimp Parrilla. No matter what meal you choose, your guests will be sure to love it!

Ready to plan your next unforgettable event? Visit our website and complete our off-site catering request form. If you are interested in an on-site option, we have you covered there as well! Whether you live in Austin or San Antonio, Iron Cactus is your go-to partner for exceptional Full-Service Mexican catering.

River Walk Dinner Cruise at Iron Cactus

June 30, 2025

Looking for a unique way to enjoy cocktails or dinner on the historic San Antonio River Walk? You do not want to miss your chance to book a private dinner cruise with Iron Cactus. It is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines flavorful Mexican dishes with the charm of a private boat tour.

Whether you’re planning a romantic date night, corporate event, or group celebration, Iron Cactus delivers an unforgettable River Walk dining experience. Take in the historic sights, twinkling lights and lively sounds while you glide down the river. It’s one of the most immersive dining experiences you can find in San Antonio.

Perfect for Any Occasion:

Date Nights
Birthday Parties
Corporate Events
Wedding Events – Rehearsal Dinners, Bachelor or Bachelorette Parties

Iron Cactus offers two experiences to choose from. The cocktail cruise accommodates up to 25 guests and will last for one hour. The dinner cruise provides one and a half hours on the boat for up to 20 guests.

Iron Cactus is in a prime location in San Antonio. It features a beautiful patio overlooking the River Walk, the boats and the famous Selena bridge. The event coordinator will handle all the logistics—from boat reservations to menu options—all you have to do is show up and enjoy the ride!

Ready to set sail on an unforgettable night? Booking your River Walk dinner cruise is easy – just fill out the request form to get started.

Mexican Catering for Your Next Event

November 15, 2024

Planning an event takes a lot of work. You must pick a date. Find a location. Consider a theme for the event. Invite your guests. And most important of all, decide on food and drinks. If you are not sure where to start, let us point you in the right direction. The love of Mexican food in Texas is universal! Save yourself time searching for “Mexican catering” near me and start with the Iron Cactus.

An Austin staple since 1996, Iron Cactus has years of experience in handling catered events across the Hill Country. Whether it be a corporate event, graduation party, wedding reception, office training or family gathering – we have done it all! We have even worked with many popular venues across Austin and San Antonio.

Iron Cactus provides both full-service catering services, and delivery only services. If you decide on full-service catering, it includes buffet setup, buffet table lines, a service station, and two hours of buffet service. We offer a variety of menu options to choose from for your event. Your guests will enjoy our bold, unique, and flavorful Mexican dishes – from Fajitas to 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.

Delivery-only packages are a great choice if you already have everything else covered for your event. No matter what option you choose when you want Mexican Catering, we pay attention to details and are committed to making your event a success! 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!

Private Dining in San Antonio

July 30, 2024

Take your event to the next level with Private Dining in San Antonio at Iron Cactus. We have experience hosting all types of events – from birthday parties to anniversary celebrations or even wedding rehearsals.

Iron Cactus offers three unique spaces suitable for private or semi-private events. Our most popular choices are the Cactus and Agave Rooms. These rooms offer the best in private dining in San Antonio! The rooms both display a similar theme as the Mexican restaurant and are available as separate or combined areas. They even each have their own private bar available!

When combined, the Cactus and Agave Rooms can seat up to 120 people for a sit-down event. If your event is a cocktail-style one, it can accommodate up to 168 people! Smaller events are also no problem. The Cactus Room is perfect for groups up to 42 people and the Agave Room will handle up to 72 people.

If you are looking for a space that is more casual, our upper dining area offers semi-private dining as well. This space offers floor to ceiling windows overlooking the patio. The space is large enough to fit up to 70 people for a cocktail-style event, and up to 40 people for a seated event.

No matter what space you choose, we have everything to meet your needs! All events include white table linens and black napkins to complement your event. Enjoy unique and flavorful dishes from our contemporary Mexican food menu. Plus, complete your meal with our premium tequilas and hand-crafted cocktails. Not to mention, our location on the River Walk provides instant ambiance with live music, river boats and San Antonio’s year-round Fiesta!

Are you ready to get started? Fill out the event request form to start the process of securing private dining in San Antonio.

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Book An Event in San Antonio

May 24, 2024

Are you looking for the perfect spot to book an event in San Antonio? Look no further than the Iron Cactus! Located directly on the River Walk in San Antonio, Iron Cactus is the perfect place for your next birthday party, corporate event, or wedding rehearsal dinner!

Enjoy contemporary Mexican cuisine and specialty cocktails in one of our three different and unique spaces. The Cactus Room and Agave Room are private rooms with their own bars that can be used together or separately. Individually, the Cactus Room seats up to 48 people and the Agave Room seats up to 72. When combined, you will be able to accommodate up to 120 people sitting down or 168 people for a cocktail-style event when combined. The space also comes with A/V capabilities, including wireless microphone, DVD player and a flat screen TV.

For smaller events, our Upper Dining area is the perfect location. It is a semi-private space with floor to ceiling windows that look out to the patio and River Walk. Not to mention, the view is incredible! This area holds up to 40 people seated, or 70 people cocktail-style. If you are need of something a bit larger, you can even rent out the entire restaurant! With seating for up to 500 people and 3 private bars – it will be a night to remember.

The best part of having an event at Iron Cactus is not only the great location, but the Mexican dishes and cocktails that go above and beyond. Enjoy classic favorites from sizzling fajitas to enchiladas or some of our specialty items like our Stuffed Avocado, Mexican Meatloaf or Stacked Pork Enchiladas. What’s more, no meal is complete without one of our hand-crafted tequila or specialty cocktail from our extensive drink menu.

To learn more and book an event in San Antonio, submit the event request form on our website. Our team will get back to you and help you kick-off your celebration at Iron Cactus!

Corporate Holiday Party Venues Near Me

November 20, 2023

Is your company looking for a place to host your upcoming event this holiday season? When searching for the best corporate holiday party venues near me in San Antonio or Austin, look to Iron Cactus first. Iron Cactus brings life to corporate parties with many private and semi-private dining rooms to choose from. From happy hour to Holiday Party, Iron Cactus has your back and we have a perfect event space for every style.

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. When booking a casual event, 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 treasured employees for a great year.

Austin

Our Downtown Austin location offers the best view of downtown 6th Street! Want the patio all to yourself? You can reserve our 3rd floor rooftop patio for your event. A cocktail party on the 2nd floor Mezzanine is also a lovely space for smaller groups to enjoy. If you are going big – look at the Cactus Room for your private event, this room accommodates 90+ guests!

Iron Cactus’ offers many catering and private event opportunities to suit your need. Next time you are asking yourself “where are the best corporate holiday party venues near me?” 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!

Corporate Events in San Antonio

June 15, 2023

Iron Cactus is an excellent spot for hosting corporate events in San Antonio. Whether it’s a holiday or team-bonding experience, this is the best venue to ensure your colleagues have a great time together. Our location on the San Antonio River Walk contains private party rooms and packages that are perfect for large groups and can seat up to 500 people. We feature a variety of options including an outdoor patio space or even the entire restaurant. These include everything you could require to meet your needs and help your event achieve legendary status! Think private bars, A/V technology, table linens, and an accessible ADA entrance.

Iron Cactus has been voted Best of the River Walk for the last 6 years running, so you can trust that we provide a fantastic dining experience. Additionally, many publications voted for us as one of the Top 10 Tequila Bars in the country. When you come to visit, enjoy contemporary Mexican dishes and cocktails that go above and beyond the usual. Savor classic Mexican food favorites like Fajitas, plus specialty items like our Brisket Enchiladas, Camarones (jumbo Shrimp) A La Parilla, and Pollo Relleno. Relax and unwind from your hard work with our selection of over 100 premium tequilas to taste or have mixed into margaritas and martinis.

As an added bonus, we recently updated our food and drink menus, so there are a ton of new options to try. Iron Cactus guarantees that there’s something to suit everyone’s tastes here. Book corporate events in San Antonio by contacting us today!

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