Steak night done right at Cactus Club Sherway Perfectly grilled, juicy, and paired with a fresh, crunchy salad + house-made sauces that hit every note. Simple, clean, and seriously satisfying. Consistently solid spot when you want quality and good service without overthinking it. read more

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The steak was way overcooked. I ordered Medium Rare and it came out Medium, maybe even Medium Well. It was so overcooked I couldn't finish it and couldn't even take the half steak remaining home. Huge waste of money. Also the steak was supposedly a ribeye but it was so lean I question whether it was actually a ribeye or was it a sirloin. Multiple things added to the order were also disregarded. I had ordered a Cajun seasoning for the steak and extra dressing for the salad and neither was added. The extra dressing was provided only after asking for it again. Only the Peanut Butter Bar dessert was good. read more

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Other than the fact that we had to wait for the Rooftop seating to be ready despite having a reservation, the whole evening was great. Our waitress was adorable and efficient. Food, like always, was amazing. Complimentary dessert for our birthday boy (man) was appreciated. It's why we keep returning! read more

Items ordered Appetizer: Creole crab + spinach dip Mains: 1. Rob's crispy chicken sandwich with truffle fries 2. Spaghetti portofino To start off I went to Cactus Club on a Saturday night around 8:20pm and it was packed inside. They only had bar seating available so I opted for that to get seated ASAP. I don't typically like crab or seafood, but I really enjoyed the creole crab and spinach. It didn't taste fishy, but I must admit it was very creamy and cheesy. As a frequent at Cactus Club, I usually go for the Rob's crispy chicken sandwich with truffle fries, but I was able to get a taste of the spaghetti Portofino and actually enjoyed that more than my meal. The spaghetti was creamy and flavourful and I'm glad it wasn't a dry butter sauce. This was a solid meal and a great location. I highly recommend the crab dip and spaghetti! read more

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=== 1. VERDICT/VALUE No matter where you are in Canada, the Cactus Club is a pretty solid choice for food and atmosphere: the food is decent, as are the wait staff, music, and TVs (especially hockey games)! === 2. FOOD During this particular visit, I had the: - Prawn Crunch Roll ($20) which is decent for one person or easily shared between 2-3 people with its 8 pieces. - Red Curry with Chicken ($24.25): pretty chunky and flavourful, maybe not as authentic as one would like, but still good. === 3. SERVICE Tinna served us and she was happy, professional, and constantly coming around to assist / refill drinks. === 4. ENVIRONMENT It's abuzz with activity: sound is coming at you from the music on the speakers, visuals from the TVs, or the din of the packed house of people and wait staff all around you. Wheelchairs and strollers would do better in the traditional-height tables. Parking is plentiful at the mall parking lot. read more

Cactus Club Cafe - Red Curry with Chicken ($24.25): tasty! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

We came here because everyone always talks about cactus club. We went during the holiday season, so the place itself was very busy. We had a reservation so there wasn't really a long wait. The food took forever to come out, typically the apps come out pretty fast. But nope, not at this place. The server rarely stop by to take our orders for mains. We had to flag them down when we can. My tuna poke bowl was extremely disappointing. It was mostly filled with lettuce (very usually in a poke bowl). There was barely any tuna in it. The environment itself it's really dark, it was a struggle to see what we were eating. read more

Cactus Club Cafe - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

Could someone please explain why there never is Kopparepare (Marlborough New Zealand) ® SAUVIGNON BLANC!!! white wine ever. If you never can get it. Why is it on the menu?? At least you would have consistency with Kim Crawford. It's been 3 years now we go for 1/2 price wine bottles and never available . I would appreciate when it's available for an another let down. My friend has had medical issues and it's the only wine she can drink . Are you ever seeing the representative again? Or did they ghost you ? Please let us know when it's available. Thanks read more

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We'd been talking about checking out the Cactus Club Cafe for ages, so when it came time to book a restaurant for a night out, the place seemed like a logical choice. We arrived right on time for our 6:00 reservation and the place was packed. We were soon shown to a nice booth in the middle of the restaurant. (I do love me a nice booth.) (I should add that the ambiance, though very nice, isn't exactly conducive to a romantic, date-night feel. The place feels like an after work type joint, which is fine but not quite what we were looking for.) For our appetizer, we decided to try the Tuna Stack ("ocean wise ahi, citrus tamari vinaigrette, nori, sesame, avocado, microgreens, wonton crisps"). This is one delicious concoction. The presentation is really impressive, and it tastes just as good as it looks. There are plenty of really interesting flavors going on, and it's the e type of thing where you discover something new with every bite. We were about halfway through that dish when our mains showed up, which I found rather amateurish and annoying. It really contributed to the vibe that the staff was trying to rush us out of there so they could turn over the table quicker. Anyway, for my main I went with the Steak Frites ("8oz CAB sirloin, kale salad, horseradish cream, sea salted fries"). This is pretty much a perfect version of the venerable dish, as the steak was cooked perfectly and was full of flavor. (It was also the most tender steak I can remember eating in recent history.) The fresh, tasty fries and surprisingly delicious salad complemented the steak really well, too. Finally, we decided to share the London Fog Crème Brûlée ("blueberries, brown sugar, vanilla"). It sure looked appetizing when it arrived to the table, but my first bite told me something had gone awry in the preparation stage. The flavor is nice but there's an underlying saltiness that I found really unpleasant and off-putting. I ate a couple of bites and threw in the towel. It was an unfortunate ending to an otherwise delicious meal. I'm not sure if we would ever head back to Cactus Club Cafe on a date night, but if I was in the mood for something a little more boisterous and rowdy, I think the place would be a good option. (And I might totally have to go back for that awe-inspiring steak.) read more

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horrible service, left with reservations confirmed just for them to cancel on me few hours later when the reservations were 2 hours away.

Hear me out, I hate tofu but this was soy- chilli tofu and it was SOOO yummy! The bowl was so incredibly refreshing and filling- I highly recommend for my vegetarians out there. Also got the avocado dip which was awesome! Not as thick as I usually like it but still really yummy! Cactus always tends to be pricey but honestly food is usually worth it! If you're on a budget, skip out on the drinks as they are quite pricey! Service and ambiance are pretty great- as always! read more

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If you are reading this review it means you are trying to decide if you should eat here. Trust me, you do! This location is attached to the mall, parking right out front. The food was so fresh and tasty. It felt very light and refreshing, "clean eating" the way it should be at a restaurant. Definitely check this place out. Minutes away from downtown Toronto if you need a bite before heading into the fray. read more

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Enjoyed the food and service here. Highly recommend this location as the quality of the food is great, had a birthday party here and enjoyed it. read more

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Loveddd this place very pretty happy hour menu is super dope! We had a super friendly waitress... the hostess was a little rude ... but made it up in the end. The food was delicious!! I had the chicken supreme kale avocado salad off the charts yummm !! The avocado dip was delicious ... couldn't even take a picture in time it was already half eaten!! The wings were hot and spicy super fresh and tender! The Salmon Aburi Roll was delicious & fresh I absolutely loved the sauce it came with! Happy hour was so fire !! My frozen belini was only 6$ and delicious definitely worth coming here after 10!!! Overall, definitely worth coming here during happy hour only lol Cheers read more

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Big Cactus Club location with a large menu that has something for everyone. Including many gluten free options. They seem to be able to accommodate larger groups easily. The ground floor is a little dark but the upstairs is a lot brighter and like a patio. They are usually very busy so the food takes a while. The food is alright. I have gotten the steak and fries (3/5) and the crispy chicken burger (3/5 - too dry). read more

Service was absolutely terrible, inattentive servers and super hard to get a hold of. Torched sushi was great though. However, if i were you'd i'd skip this place... read more

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I am writing to commend Merlina for providing truly exceptional service during our visit. From the Ambiance, to the moment we were seated until we left, her energy was authentic, warm, and engaging. It is clear that she genuinely enjoys her work.Merlina's outstanding service, coupled with the excellent food and drinks, ensures that we will be returning often. read more

Cactus Club is my favorite chain restaurant offering. Ive been a handful of times to the Sherway Gardens location and the menu does not disappoint. Flavors are bold and exciting, quality is superb, and the restaurant itself is beautiful. My friends and I really love their rooftop seating in the summer evenings (opposed to the indoor dining room) and the ambiance is great. Music is never too loud, so you can still manage to have a conversation, though the restaurant is always packed with people. I love how consistently amazing the food is here. I'm primarily here for food and Cactus Club is a cut above the rest. It's so good I ate my meal and completely forgot to take a picture. I've had poke bowls, salads, burgers, pasta, and more - the dishes offered contain a lot of variety and are not the standard rehash of spinach dips and nachos I keep seeing at other chains. Really a breath of fresh air. Most recently, from their summer 2024 menu, I had their spaghetti portofino, which was fantastic. Portion size was good, pasta to sauce ratio was perfect, the flavor was fragrant and bold, ingredients were fresh, and the tangy/sour edge to the pasta sauce made it an excellent option for summer. I haven't been able to come on time for their happy hour specials yet, but plan to do so. Prices lean high but the quality is well worth it. Happy hour helps take it down a notch and they run frequent gift card promos to help reduce cost a bit. Service is consistently great; even with how busy they get, glasses stay full and the wait staff kept checking in on us to see if we needed anything. I hope they open more branches and hopefully one closer to central Mississauga, but even if they don't, I'll still be back as it's well worth the drive! read more

Came here for dinner and it was well worth it. The staff is very friendly, service was great and efficient. This place is the perfect spot to hang with friends or go on a date. I had the chicken bowl and it was pretty good. I'm looking forward to trying other things on the menu in the future. read more

Went here to have dinner with my mother and it was a great experience for us both as we loved the ambiance and food was great..... I'll definitely be back read more

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Food, service was excellent except lighting. Needs to improve the lighting.it was excellent atmosphere.

We called in for lunch to celebrate my wife's birthday. A short wait and we were shown to our table. The staff were excellent and Carmen B, our server was exemplary. The timing was perfect as was the food. This is a great place for dining with enough space between tables to ensure some privacy. Furnishings and decor are contemporary but not flashy. We had a light lunch with Prawn Crunch Roll and an order of mini burgers with a shared side of truffle fries. A glass of Malbec and a Caesar were our drinks of choice. As it was my wife's birthday she was treated to a generous slice of raspberry cheesecake. I thoroughly recommend this place. Lots of parking, accessible and clean washrooms as well. read more

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Came here for the Happy hour which is everyday from 2pm-5pm. This is a weird time since most people work till 5pm. I only came here because I had the day off. They also have happy hour at night from Sun-Thur 9pm till close and Fri-Sat 10pm till close. My group of 3 came on a Friday just before 2pm. They have indoor seating and outdoor seating available with heat lamps. It was a particularly hot sunny day so we had to wait about 30 minutes for a table outside. They can text you when your table is ready. Meanwhile it's by Sherway Gardens so you can easily kill time by browsing or doing some shopping. There was no wait for indoor seating. Our server was very friendly. I imagine during game days this place would be even busier. There are several big screen TVs to watch the game on. For the HH food menu prices they ranged from $5-$25. A couple of items such as the fried chicken sliders and the ravioli only come in a pair. The food came out all at once in a reasonable amount of time and they tasted good. read more

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Ordered the blackened creole chicken today and was very disappointed when it was served with the skin on (this was not mentioned on the menu). So gross. Had to remove it which defeated the point of what would've been an amazing seasoning. Let my server Emilia know but nothing was done about it...she acted like I was weird cuz she said ppl love it cuz it's crispy, I kid you not. Like whattt? Also had to ask for water several times. Their water glasses are these tiny cups and it's summertime on an outdoor patio...seriously. Won't be returning or deleting this unless CCC tries to rectify it. See attached pic read more

Great ambiance on the rooftop patio. Nice music and nice view of the surrounding area. We came for happy hour and got food and drinks at really nice prices. Highly recommended for a fun outing with friends or date or family gathering. The salmon aburi roll is a must try. Please order it, you will thank me later. read more

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We love the food here always tastes good. Went for late night happy hour loved the energy and was able to catch the hockey game. Definitely recommend! read more

Cactus Club Cafe - Prawn crunch roll with a side of spicy mayo - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

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Server even though she was new and in training was fantastic. I know a certain ambience has to take place but if the volume could be taken down just a touch would be great since we are not in a night club but there to have dinner or sit at a bar and chat with people. read more

The food was good, nice service, classy and nice ambiance, overall good experience. I do recommend the place.

The burger was okay. The truffled chicken had a weird brine or something that made it a bit over salty. The presentation was great!! The service was wonderful but the gnocchi was doughy and stiff. I would not order it again. read more

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Food: Great. Ambience: Sleepy. Service: Polite and patient but anxious Wait time (considering we had reservations on a Thursday night): shouldn't have had to wait. Focusing on the food, the miso butter cod was to die for. Personally I loved the cod even on its own, though others in my group said if the miso butter sauce wasn't there then the cod would be dry. The asparagus and snap peas was also seasoned well and paired nicely especially with the miso butter sauce. I could drink the sauce on its own. Sweet Yam fries were a good pairing and the garlic aioli wasn't too overpowering. read more

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Came here for lunch with 3 adults and 2 kids and we were seated at the booth right away. The staff was very accommodating with the service required given two kids, from high chairs to extra space. We ordered the chips and dip, calamari, truffle fries, tacos, and burgers (which both came with salads). Food was good and consistent with the other cactus clubs I've been to, also not outstandingly amazing. The patio was spacious was very well decorated, would come back again for lunch/dinner when I'm in the area. read more

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Visited Cactus Club yesterday and had an amazing experience! Our server, Aaliyah Crozier, was outstanding--so friendly, attentive, and professional. She truly made us feel welcome and taken care of. Thank you, Aaliyah, for making our visit so enjoyable! read more

had dinner with my wife and friends there and it was the worst civil experience ever, first the staff seems to be trained to not allow coloured people in ( there was 8 people waiting for a table and we got seated before them 10 of us) while seated the staff seem to be gossiping about a member of the trans community which i find was very unprofessional. I enquired with one of them, who confirmed that the staff tried adding 18% gratuity through deceit and refused to explain to the party. Personally, I think that this place is garbage; the rooms are badly lit, the roof leaks, and there is no decorum. the bathrooms were nasty, and i think corporate should review their policy. read more

The service was somehow worse than the last time. I feel that when some servers now have included gratuity, they can provide less than the bare minimum service and it doesn't matter. My niece's meal came 20 mins earlier than everyone else's main course for some reason. She waited 5 mins for ours to arrive but they never did as a party of 8. We didn't want her food to get cold so she awkwardly ate alone. The rigatoni bolognese was so dry and the meat was iffy. Sadly, it gave my mom food poisoning and ruined our plans today... along with my sister in law and niece. I don't think this was just bad luck when all 3 ordered something different and paid the price overnight. Things weren't fresh or handled properly I assume. Most steaks were overcooked and just disappointing. We tried to make the best of it. Spending over $425 for this overall experience was not worth it. read more

Great everything love it Will return .) :). :) 1st choice for happy hour Close to home read more

This used to be my favourite restaurant because the food was amazing. However, I would ignore all the other dislikes such as the new floor layout which pushes all the tables together, making it feel like strangers are having dinner right on your lap. The booths are also packed beyond their capacity, there were at least 8 people on a booth meant for 6. It looked like there was a shortage of staff on 27-Dec-2024. They kept accepting more people than they could handle - servers were yelling at each other, the service was slow, and other people's food was brought to our table. The servers couldn't contain their frustration with the disorganized service. The music was blasting like a nightclub, and people were yelling at each other trying to have a conversation - a very chaotic environment. If that wasn't enough, the quality of the food has degraded too. The TRUFFLE FRIES did not have truffles nor fake-truffle oil; it was just regular fries at a premium price. The MINI CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICHES were supposed to have sambal mayo as per the menu, but it was completely replaced by store-bought ketchup. You could only taste ketchup on this sandwich - I'm wondering if the chef who created this dish is aware that his creation has been butchered with ketchup. The TRUFFLE PARMESAN CHICKEN also didn't have any truffle nor fake truffle oil; the sauce was extremely salty and not edible. This is not the first time that I have tried a dish that claims to have truffle, but there's nothing in it other than the premium price. Since the food is no longer a reason to keep going back, that was my last visit to Cactus Club Café. read more

The food and the service is always top notch but tonight Ariella was above and beyond. She made our night super duper amazing. Her service to us and saw that she was amazing to everyone else as well. Keep up the good work Ariella! read more

Beautiful rooftop area! Went here with coworkers for a lunch and really enjoyed the ambiance and service. The food was sooo good! Everything was beautifully presented as well. I don't remember the name of my dish but it was a shrimp pasta dish. I also got to try the ravioli which was equally as tasty. I'd always recommend Cactus Club to anyone considering eating or even just having some drinks. Really love this location! read more

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Outstanding Service from Sara C. Definitively ask to be in her section at Sherway Gardens if you get a chance. The Striploin Steak with mushroom sauce was awesome so was the Chocolate lava cake. Great deal on Tuesday Night wines. MattyMo read more

Your run of the mill big chain restaurant. This location's host/hostesses usually always suck and show no emotion. They're very quick to decline your questions or give vague time frames for wait times. Thankfully the service is redeemed by the servers and bartenders, they are very pleasant and not too pushy for ordering. As for the food, it just goes downhill from here. The food is incredibly bland or in the case of the rigatoni, very salty. Drinks were good, but the food really ruined the experience. A bonus of this location is the upstairs atmosphere and how nice it is on a sunny day with the windows opened up. Feels like you're dining outside. If you're coming here for a nice drink and a cactus club location with a nice ambience, this location is great. For food, go to any of the other options on the strip. read more

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I came with a group of friends on a Monday night and it was packed. Lovely decor and nice atmosphere. Menu had a vegan section and gluten friendly section. Since I require both I chose items that were listed in both sections. The zen sushi rolls were delicious! Nice crispy taro root chips on top for a crunch. For my main I had the crispy tofu bowl. The tofu was crispy and flavourful. The veggies were cold and raw and it was an odd mix on warm rice. Very disappointed that there were no desserts that were vegan and gluten free. read more