Golden Cactus Mexican Grill | Restaurant calgary
5315 17 Ave SE #7, Calgary, AB T2A 0W2, Canada
Phone: (403) 453-3807
Website: https://goldencactus.ca/
Golden Cactus Mexican Grill | Restaurant calgary in Calgary is a 4.5-star restaurant with 1,049 Google reviews, known for Molcajete and Fish Tacos.
Why we love it
- Authentic Mexican with Latin American influences
- Delicious food, fun atmosphere, friendly service
- Casual dining with prompt service
- Authentic Mexican with Latin American influences
- Located nearby
- Delicious food, fun atmosphere, friendly service
- Casual dining with prompt service
What to Order
Molcajete
A hot stone bowl brimming with a flavorful mix of beef, chorizo, chicken, cheese, shrimp, onions, and cactus, served with tortillas and sides.
"The best molcajete ever I have gone to many places but for micajete this place is the best! El mejor molcajete que eh comido"
Karly B
Fish Tacos
Fresh and well-prepared fish tacos, a popular choice among regulars for their delicious taste.
"My go-tos are the chips and guacamole to start, and then either fish tacos or chicken enchiladas verde."
Ann Marie Boudreault
Chips and Guacamole
A classic starter featuring fresh chips served with delicious, well-made guacamole.
"Food was so good, the chips and guc and pico was delish!! And the beef taco was also good, the cinnamon rice water drink was sweet and good as a dessert !"
B Lily
Coconut Margaritas
A standout drink, these margaritas are praised for their fabulous coconut flavor.
"Fabulous coconut margaritas!! My go-tos are the chips and guacamole to start, and then either fish tacos or chicken enchiladas verde."
Ann Marie Boudreault
Homemade Hot Sauce
The restaurant's in-house hot sauce is so good, many customers buy a bottle to take home.
"The food is so incredibly good! they have in house hot sauce so we bought a bottle. We will totally be back."
Sarah Kennedy
Inside Scoop
- The atmosphere is authentic and makes you feel like you're not in Canada.
- Service can be inconsistent, with some experiences being very attentive and others less so.
- They have a wide range of options on the menu, so there's something for everyone.
- Be aware that some dishes might be spicier than expected; ask your server for recommendations if you're sensitive to heat.
- If you order 3 fish/shrimp tacos, you get fries with your order, unlike other taco combos.