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PRICE RANGE
$25 - $49
CUISINES
Mexican, Steakhouse, Spanish
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Late Night

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North City Centre
0.1 miles from Temple Bar
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Reviewed September 4, 2020 via mobile

I love Mexican with a twist and this place is just amazing. We went for lunch and the service along with the food is very good and I will highly recommend.

Date of visit: September 2020
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded September 9, 2020

Hello Voyager544502, Thanks for the awesome review! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. Come back and see us soon. Cheers! Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed January 28, 2020 via mobile

Discovered this restaurant by chance after trawling the northside of town looking for a good value licensed restaurant that wasn’t just bar food or fast food. Great value early bird 3 course menu for €22, children’s menu, and to top it of off early bird...house wines at €12 a bottle, which we didn’t realise until we got the bill. We visited again the Sunday after Christmas (as struggled to find any restaurants opened in this area of town), and were again amazed on receiving the bill to discover that kids eat free on a Sunday (one for each adult). We were 4 adults and 5 children so this was a huge saving for us. Staff are friendly and attentive. We will definitely return.More

Date of visit: January 2020
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded January 29, 2020

Hello AdiH, Thank you so much for the lovely review. We always try our best to provide the best dining experience to everyone and we appreciate that you were able to have that. We look forward to your next visit! Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed January 24, 2020 via mobile

Passed by on a Friday evening and decided to enter. The place was pretty crowded but fortunately they had one or two tables available. After ordering, the dishes arrived in a timely fashion. The food looked and tasted good but was not special or anything...like that. Their pricing is moderate. The staff were quite young but were doing a good job. And before you ask, yes, I would go there again.More

Date of visit: January 2020
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded January 27, 2020

Hello harryv678, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to know your experience was anything less than spectacular.We would like to know more regarding your recent experience so we can further improve our food and service. We hope that the...More

Reviewed January 10, 2020 via mobile

Fantastic tasty food - highly recommend pork belly ribs to start and Combo meat Fajitas and beautiful Strawberry Daiquiri.

Date of visit: January 2020
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded January 13, 2020

Hello jacquid111, Thank you for the lovely review and we appreciate the recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and the food. We hope to welcome you again! Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed December 30, 2019 via mobile

Rambled in today with no booking after hitting the sales. Seated straight away. Ordered from the early bird which is €22 -unbelievable value. You get starter, mains & dessert. Had chicken wings, chicken fajitas & warm chocolate brownie. It was absolutely delicious. The manager (or...owner I’m unsure) is so attentive & friendly made my cocktail slightly different from the menu to suit my taste -even though he was busy. It’s the little things! We had a fantastic meal and will be back again soon.More

Date of visit: December 2019
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded January 2, 2020

Hello maryelleneire, Thank you for taking the time to leave a glowing review. We are glad you enjoyed our service and the food and hope you can visit us again soon. Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed December 30, 2019 via mobile

Disappointing experience.the guy showing us to our table/prepping it did not say a word.we had two kids with us and made sure they said thank you a number of times,as did we,not a word in return. The Mexican Food was fine in fairness.i got the...quesadillas and my wife got the enchiladas. Mine was very salty but still ok,my wife’s wasn’t bad in fairness.the non-Mexican food was pretty poor.the kids got burgers and fries and we also had a side of fries.all of the non-Mexican food was pretty bad,greasy frozen fries and pretty poor burgers. Waitress was nice so we still left a tip.More

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed December 22, 2019 via mobile

Visited with a family of five mid-afternoon having pre-booked. After a short wait we were shown to an ideal family sized table. Even though the restaurant seemed short-staffed the waiter took the time to explain the offers to us. Great selection of Mexican style tapas...and dishes available. We opted for steaks that were perfectly cooked. Service was great throughout and it was a perfect family pre Xmas shopping meal.More

Date of visit: December 2019
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded January 2, 2020

Hello 309johno, Thank you so much for the lovely review. We always try our best to provide the best dining experience to everyone and we appreciate that you were able to have that. We look forward to your next visit! Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed December 13, 2019

Amazing food and amazing staff. Staff are so enthusiastic and go out of their way to be helpful. Service is also excellent and food is served very quick after ordering. I will definitely be visiting again and will be recommending to friends!!

Date of visit: December 2019
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded December 17, 2019

Hello Alison f, Thank you for the lovely review and we appreciate the wonderful compliments on our food and staff. We are delighted to hear that you found everything to your liking and we are excited to welcome you again! Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed November 25, 2019 via mobile

Went for the pork enchiladas and they were lovely. Really good portion size - you won’t leave hungry! The service was also good and quick with bringing out the food. Definitely will come back.

Date of visit: November 2019
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded November 26, 2019

Hello calpip95, Thank you for the great review and we appreciate the recommendation. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the enchiladas and we hope to serve you more of it when you return! Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed October 31, 2019

We got the sharing plates because we like a bit of everything (because we want everything!). Service was good and the meals came out hot and quick. Food was delicious! Would recommend. Lots of seats too.

Date of visit: October 2019
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded November 4, 2019

Hello moniqueb451, Thank you for the wonderful review and we appreciate the recommendation. We are thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous experience with us and we look forward to your next visit! Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed August 19, 2019 via mobile

Six people on a Lazy Saturday afternoon thoroughly enjoyed the Mexican Menu at Cactus Jacks. I had Calamari to start and a tortilla dish for main. Both were excellent. I am not normally a fan of Mexican food, but the wide ranging menu, coupled with...very good service and a friendly ambiance made for a really enjoyable experience. Would I visit again? Yes, my only hesitation revolves around Mexican food and is rooted more in my ignorance of it, rather than an issue with either the menu or the fine establishment, that is Cactus Jacks. Visit and enjoy.More

Date of visit: August 2019
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded September 26, 2019

Hello johneE8731UG, Thank you for the review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed both the food and the service. If you want to learn more about Mexican cuisine, we are more than willing to give you a little educational chat, just drop in...More

Reviewed August 5, 2019 via mobile

Food is tasty and filling. Tacos was nice and spicy and chilly con carne really good. Only two waiting staff that is efficient and friendly. Food is quick from kitchen after order is placed. Was worth the money spend.

Date of visit: August 2019
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GuestManage, Guest Relations Manager at Cactus Jacks, responded to this reviewResponded September 26, 2019

Hello CValperga, Thank you for the lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food and the service and we look forward to your next visit! Kind regards, Cactus Jacks

Reviewed July 25, 2019 via mobile

My friend and I had lunch the other day , was very good , definitely will recommend. The pulled pork chimichangas were delicious and the enchiladas were great as well .

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed July 23, 2019 via mobile

Service here is just too slow. Staff inattentive. I had to leave after waiting for a menu for some time no one came back to take my order. It's known for slow service.

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed July 2, 2019

This place is tired looking. The food is Mexican but disappointing. The staff are nice but I would not recommend and will not be returning.

Date of visit: June 2019
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Cactus Jacks is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4