Lunch & Dinner Menu
With a deep passion for creating bold, unique and flavorful healthy Mexican dishes, Iron Cactus stands apart as a premier healthy Mexican restaurant and drinking destination in Austin and San Antonio.
100% SEED-OIL-FREE KITCHEN
GFO = GLUTEN FREE OPTION*
V = VEGETARIAN
ATX = AVAILABLE AT AUSTIN LOCATION ONLY
SA = AVAILABLE AT SAN ANTONIO LOCATION ONLY
Appetizers
Siete Blue Corn Tortilla Chips & Salsa
New
$3
A basket of seed-oil-free blue corn tortilla chips
Crab-Stuffed Jalapeños
New
$18
Panko-crusted fresh jalapeños, bacon, jumbo lump crabmeat, lobster cream sauce
Lobster Tacos
New
$21
Lobster, Monterey Jack, jalapeños, spinach, lobster cream sauce
Brisket Quesadilla
$16
Roasted poblanos, caramelized onions, serrano raspberry bbq sauce
Chicken Quesadilla
GFO
$15
Black beans, caramelized onions, lime crema
Pork Tamale Pops
$13
Moist pork, flavorful tamale masa, jalapeños, pepper jack: a unique, fun twist on a classic
Picadillo Purses
$12
Crispy phyllo, seasoned ground sirloin, roasted corn, carrots, pepper jack
Grilled Chicken Flatbread
$15
Grilled chicken, salsa verde, pico de gallo, cilantro, cotija cheese
Ahi Tuna Ceviche
GFO
New
$17
Ahi tuna, fresh avocado, blanco tequila, pico de gallo, lime juice
Fresh Mussels
GFO
$17
Caramelized onions, charred tomato butter sauce, serranos, grilled flatbread
A complimentary basket of Siete blue corn tortilla chips is included with any item below
Refills $2
Chile Con Queso
V,
GFO
$13
Hatch green chiles, pico de gallo, roasted jalapeños
Queso Compuesto
GFO
$15
Guacamole, pico de gallo, choice of grilled chicken or steak
Brisket Queso
New
$15
Smoked brisket, hatch green chiles, pico de gallo, roasted jalapeños
Tableside Guacamole
V,
GFO
$16
Avocados, onions, peppers, tomatoes, citrus, cilantro, hand-tossed tableside
Soups & Salads
Our Housemade Dressings are: Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette, Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette, Citrus Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Jalapeño Ranch, and Cilantro Aioli
Ahi Tuna Salad
GFO
New
$21
Pepper-crusted tuna, spring mix, avocado, citrus, grape tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, basil pesto
Grilled Romaine Salad
V,
GFO
New
$14
Grilled romaine hearts, thick bacon, candied pecans, grape tomatoes, feta cheese, jalapeño-cheese croutons, cilantro aioli; add ·steak 7 ·salmon 8 ·chicken 6 ·shrimp 8 ·pepper-crusted tuna 8
Citrus Baby Spinach Salad
V,
GFO
New
$16
Baby spinach, seasonal berries, citrus segments, Texas goat cheese, toasted almonds, citrus vinaigrette; add ·steak 7 ·salmon 8 ·chicken 6 ·shrimp 8 ·pepper-crusted tuna 8
Hickory Salmon Salad
GFO
$21
Aged blue cheese, thick bacon, candied pecans, sun-dried cranberries, seasonal greens, balsamic vinaigrette
Mazatlán Chicken Salad
GFO
$18
Achiote-marinated chicken, slaw, pepitas, cotija cheese, seasonal greens, citrus vinaigrette
Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Salad
GFO
$20
Seared jumbo shrimp, roasted corn and tomatillo relish, cotija cheese, tortilla strips, cilantro-lime vinaigrette
Iron Salad
V
$7
Seasonal greens, roasted corn and tomatillo relish, cotija cheese, tortilla strips
Tortilla Soup
GFO
Small $9 / Large $14
Chicken, vegetables, spicy chicken stock, avocado, cheese, tortilla strips
Burgers & Sandwiches
Ahi Tuna Sandwich
New
$18
Pepper-crusted tuna, spring mix, tomato, red onion, basil pesto, cilantro aioli, toasted bun, house fries
Cabo Chicken Sandwich
GFO
$16
Achiote-marinated chicken, avocado, pico de gallo, crispy bacon, pepper jack, cilantro aioli, toasted bun, house fries
Travis Burger
GFO
$16
Texas custom-blended beef, served with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, choice of cheese, toasted bun, house fries
Stuffed Iron Burger
GFO
$16
Texas custom-blended beef, roasted jalapeños, natural cheddar, cilantro aioli, toasted bun, house fries
Tequila Grill
Iron Steak
$31
10 oz. certified angus beef®, grilled peppers and onions, fresh avocado, green chile bacon mash, Mexican street corn
Hickory Grilled Salmon
GFO
$26
Roasted corn-crab relish, citrus butter, cilantro-lime rice, seasonal veg
Camarones A La Parrilla
GFO
$27
Jumbo shrimp, jalapeño, Panela, bacon, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Bone-In Stuffed Pork Chop
$28
10 oz. bone-in chop, three chile cream cheese stuffing, bacon jam, green chile bacon mash, seasonal veggies
Sizzling Fajitas
Fajitas are served on a sizzling hot platter with Mexican rice and beans. Accompanied by shredded lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole and sour cream. Served with warm flour or corn tortillas.
Certified Angus Beef® Skirt Steak
GFO
1 for $31 • 2 for $61
Tequila-Marinated Chicken Breast
GFO
1 for $27 • 2 for $53
Combination Steak And Chicken
GFO
1 for $29 • 2 for $57
Herb-Grilled Vegetables
GFO
1 for $22 • 2 for $43
Tequila Adobo-Marinated Shrimp
GFO
1 for $32 • 2 for $63
House Favorites
Vegan Tacos
V,
GFO
New
$16
Portabella mushrooms, black beans, lettuce, fresh avocado, sun-dried tomatoes, pico de gallo
Stuffed Avocado
New
$18
Smoked chicken, blended cheeses, verde sauce, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Mexican Meatloaf
New
$20
Angus sirloin, chorizo, bacon, ranchero sauce, green chile bacon mash, Mexican street corn
Pescado Del Mar
GFO
$29
Seared atlantic cod, gulf shrimp, bay scallops, citrus butter sauce, sauteed spinach, cilantro-lime rice
Pollo Relleno
New
$23
Chicken breast stuffed with roasted corn, poblano peppers, blended cheese, onions, and cornbread; jalapeño cream sauce, Mexican rice, seasonal veg
Southwest Paella
GFO
$28
Jumbo shrimp, mussels, bay scallops, roasted poblanos, jalapeño Texas sausage, lobster cream, cilantro-lime rice
Shrimp Tacos
GFO
$21
Lightly blackened, wild caught gulf shrimp, slaw, Baja sauce, lime crema, cotija cheese, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Chile Relleno Rústico
$22
Chicken, sun-dried cranberries, pepitas, pepper jack, toasted pecans, verde sauce, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Baja Fish Tacos
GFO
$19
Atlantic cod, seared and lightly blackened or fried, slaw, Baja sauce, lime crema, cotija cheese, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Enchiladas
Veggie Enchiladas
GFO
$17
Charred tomato butter sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, cilantro-lime rice, black beans
Stacked Pork Enchiladas
$19
Pork carnitas, Monterey Jack, verde sauce, fried egg, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Cheese Enchiladas
$17
Red chile sauce, blended cheeses, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Shrimp Enchiladas
GFO
$22
Lobster cream sauce, Monterey Jack, cilantro-lime rice, choice of beans
Brisket Enchiladas
$20
Smoked brisket, chocolate chipotle sauce, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Chicken Enchiladas
GFO
$19
Hatch green chiles, Monterey Jack, verde sauce, Mexican rice, choice of beans
Austin Weekend Breakfast Tacos
Served between 11AM-3PM on Saturday and Sunday in Austin only
Add Cheese or Refried Beans to Any Taco .75¢
Bacon & Egg
ATX
$5.5
Scrambled eggs and crispy bacon
Sausage & Egg
ATX
$5.5
Scrambled eggs and sausage
Potato and Egg
ATX
$5.5
Scrambled eggs and crispy potatoes
Migas
ATX
$5.5
Scrambled eggs, sautéed onions and crispy tortilla strips. Topped with Pico de Gallo.
Avocado & Egg
ATX
$5.5
Scrambled eggs and sliced avocado. Topped with cotija cheese, cilantro and a lime.
Chorizo & Egg
ATX
$5.5
Scrambled eggs and Mexican chorizo. Served with cilantro and salsa verde.
Brisket & Egg
ATX
$5.5
Scrambled eggs & smoked chopped brisket
Huevo Ranchero
ATX
$5.5
Scrambled eggs, refried beans, ranchero sauce, and crunchy tortilla strips.Topped with cotija and cilantro.
Desserts
Margarita Key Lime Tartlet
$10
Our twist on this classic dessert, served with mango coulis
Vanilla Bean Espresso Creme Brulee
$10
Infused cream custard, fresh whipped cream, seasonal berries
Mexican Chocolate Torte
$11
Chocolate ganache, Mexican caramel, candied pecans, vanilla bean ice cream
Mexican Donuts
SA
$12
Housemade sweet cream filling, powdered sugar, Kahlúa fudge sauce
Dulce De Leche Cheesecake
$11
Cheesecake, Mexican caramel, buñuelo crust
Mexican Chocolate Mousse
$9
Traditional Mexican chocolate, housemade whipped cream
Tres Leches
SA
$11
Traditional Mexican cake, three milks, seasonal fruit, whipped cream
Kids
For kids 12 and under. Pick one side: rice, beans, fries, veggies or fruit cup. All meals come with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Grilled Chicken
$10
Half breast of moist chicken
Chicken Tender Strips
$10
Three crispy chicken tenders
Cheeseburger
$10
Hamburger patty, toasted bun, cheese
Quesadilla
$10
Two flour tortillas, blended cheeses, add diced steak or chicken fajita
Macaroni & Cheese
$10
Just like mom makes!
Build Your Own Tacos
$10
Diced steak or chicken fajita, cheese, lettuce, tomato, two tortillas
Milk & Juice
$1.5
No free refills
Soft Drinks
$1
Free refills
100% Seed-oil free kitchen
Military discount - every day
Iron Cactus proudly offers a discount to all vets and active duty military personnel every day!
10% off with valid military ID
50% off for patrons in military uniform
*Offer excludes alcohol
Gluten Free
* We have prepared this list of menu options based on the most current ingredient information from our food suppliers and their stated absence of wheat/gluten within these items. Please be aware that during normal kitchen operations involving shared cooking and preparation areas, including common fryer oil, the possibility exists for food items to come in contact with other food products. Flour can remain in the air 24 hours after working with flour in a recipe. Due to these circumstances, we are unable to guarantee that any menu entrée can be completely free of allergens.
Fine Print
7% packaging fee for To-Go items.
Please drink responsibly.
Frequently asked questions about our menu
Some of our most popular dishes at Iron Cactus are our Sizzling Fajitas and our House Favorites, like the Pescado Del Mar, Southwest Paella and our Shrimp Tacos.
Yes! Iron Cactus is proud to be a completely seed oil free restaurant.
Yes, Iron Cactus offers vegetarian and vegan-friendly menu items, including our Iron Salad, Vegan Tacos, and Tableside Guacamole.
Yes, Iron Cactus offers a variety of gluten-free options, including the Ahi Tuna Ceviche, Hickory Salmon Salad, and Camarones A La Parrilla.
Iron Cactus serves a variety of traditional Mexican-inspired dishes, including favorites like enchiladas, tacos, and fajitas.
Yes, Iron Cactus fajitas are great for sharing. They’re served sizzling with your choice of protein and accompanied by fresh toppings, rice, and beans, making them a popular option for groups, families, and communal dining.
Iron Cactus offers a variety of desserts, including our favorites like the Margarita Key Lime Tartlet, Dulce de Leche Cheesecake, and Vanilla Bean Espresso Crème Brulee. All perfect for sharing, but we wouldn’t blame you for enjoying on your own.
Iron Cactus Austin serves breakfast tacos on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am – 3pm.
Iron Cactus offers a full brunch menu at our San Antonio location only. Enjoy our Sunday Brunch Menu from 11am – 2pm, featuring our signature Iron Omelet, Huevos Rancheros and Belgian Waffle.
Yes, Iron Cactus offers a kid’s menu for our guests 12 years and under. Choose from a variety of options, plus one side and all meals come with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
