Cactus Club
Fiery Mexican grub and an even hotter bar scene heat up the Back Bay's answer to Southwestern chic.
(617) 892-4312
939 Boylston St
(at Hereford Street)
Boston,
MA
02115
42.348
-71.0851
Neighborhoods: Back Bay, Black Bay West
Hours:
Mon-Tue 4pm-2am
Wed-Sun 11:30am-2am
Price:
$$
Last updated 4.30.09
What People Are Saying About Cactus Club
The Owner
Cactus Club
Owner
Come on over to the Cactus Club for Tex-Mex food and margaritas. Share a 4-liquor 46 ounce Cactus Bowl with friends or try some of our premium Tequilas, more than 20 in all.
Some of our favored margaritas include pomegranite margaritas, mojito margaritas and the Horni margarita made with Sauza Hornitos.
Voted "Best Margarita" by Citysearch Best Of, The Improper Bostonion and Boston Best Guide.
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene
Southwestern kitsch prevails at this popular hangout: Horns hang on adobe-painted walls and a giant stuffed buffalo (nicknamed Iron Mike Bison) proudly watches over the bar. A religious following of margarita fans congregates in the bar, a premier after-work pickup spot, though lofty ceilings often make conversation difficult. Service is dependable during non-busy spells. Come summer, the sidewalk patio proves exceptionally popular (in other words, expect to wait). Holidays like Cinco de Mayo and Marathon Monday bring large, boisterous crowds and long lines to get in.
The Food
The solid Tex-Mex menu features sizzling fajitas and customized quesadillas, served in gigantic portions with fresh sides. Robust appetizers (heaping plates of nachos, crunchy taquitos) and Southwestern-tinged sandwiches are popular lunch options. Fishbowl-sized margaritas offer a Southwestern rebuttal to scorpion bowls, and pack just as potent a punch. Save room for the apple crispinas dessert--a delicious Mexican interpretation of apple pie.
User Reviews
malcamsam
December 18, 2008
I was very surprised on my visit to Cactus Club. The Staff was incredibly friendly and very knowledgeable about their tequilas. After a mini-tequila lesson from my bartender I opted to try their "Horni Margarita" and it was delicious! The sour mix was very fresh, a nice refreshment from others I had that taste way to sweet and artificial. The food was hot and comforting. For Boylston street Boston area you will not find prices/value that can compete. I was a first-time Cactus-go-er and will most definitely return again.
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bostontrip1
September 01, 2008
My husband & I visited Cactus Club on a trip into Boston last week. It was actually the last place we had had dinner beofore flying back home and wish we had discovered it sooner! The service was friendly and attentive, the manager was very helpfull, the food was georgeous in both presentation and taste, and I have yet to ahve better margaritas! I would reccomend this place to anyone anytime!
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fnkgoodman
July 05, 2008
Always impressed every time! Great food at a reasonable price, great drinks and friendly and sincere service.
read full reviewThe Details on Cactus Club
Save Money:
Show up early to beat the after-work crowd and enjoy half-price appetizers from 4pm to 7pm (Mondays through Thursdays).
When to Go:
Stop by Sundays from 10pm to midnight and enjoy a free taco bar.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Gift Certificate, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard, Travelers Check
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Late Night Dining, Outdoor Dining, View Dining, People Watching, Family Style Dining, Date Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Cheap Eats, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
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Message from Cactus Club
- Private parties up to 200
- Catering menu
- Happy hour specials
Come on over to the Cactus Club for Tex-Mex food and margaritas. Share a 4-liquor 46 ounce Cactus Bowl with friends or try some of our premium Tequilas, more than 20 in all.
Some of our favored margaritas include pomegranite margaritas, mojito margaritas and the Horni margarita made with Sauza Hornitos.
Voted "Best Margarita" by Citysearch Best Of, The Improper Bostonion and Boston Best Guide.
