Journal

News & Stories.

Guides, kitchen notes and the occasional love letter to tequila — from both Iron Cactus locations.

Community · Charity

The Iron Cactus Open: Golf With a Cause

For 25+ years, one of Austin's favorite charity golf tournaments at Grey Rock Golf Club — supporting Marbridge.

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Austin · Events

The Iron Cactus Tequila Tour

A guided flight from our 100+ bottle collection on the downtown Austin rooftop above 6th Street.

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San Antonio · Events

Watch the Fiesta River Parade From Iron Cactus

Front-row seats to the Texas Cavaliers River Parade — right on the water at 200 River Walk.

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Community

Our Partnership With Marbridge

A long-running Iron Cactus partnership helping adults with cognitive abilities learn, experience and live full lives.

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Austin · Community

Iron Cactus Supports Bikes for Kids

A beloved Central Texas holiday tradition from Mix 94.7's JB and Sandy — and one Iron Cactus is proud to back.

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Guide · Private Events

Private Events & Catering at Iron Cactus

Distinctive private-event spaces in Downtown Austin and on the San Antonio River Walk — plus full-service catering.

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San Antonio · Dining Guide

The Best Restaurants on the San Antonio River Walk

A 2026 local's guide to riverwalk restaurants in San Antonio — river-level patios, tourist traps to skip, and the best Mexican food on the River Walk.

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Austin · Bar

The Best Tequila & Cocktail Bars in Austin

100+ tequilas, fresh-squeezed margaritas and craft cocktails on 6th Street — a USA Today Top-10 tequila bar.

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San Antonio · Brunch

Sunday Brunch on the River Walk

Iron Omelet, Huevos Rancheros, Belgian Waffle and brunch margaritas — right on the water.

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Kitchen

Seed-Oil-Free Mexican Food: Why We Made the Switch

Avocado oil and EVOO only — never canola, soybean or corn oil. Verified by Seed Oil Scout.

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Kitchen

How We Make Tableside Guacamole

Hand-mashed avocados, lime, cilantro and jalapeño — made fresh at your table to your spice level.

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