So disappointed! Hostess did not say a word except for "How many?". Half empty Restaurant and we were seated by the kitchen?! Service was slow and lackluster even if it was next to the kitchen. And they were obviously having more fun than I was. We ordered and they were out of both of our entrées and it was only 630 at night. So I ordered fish tacos and when they FINALLY got there they were too fishy smelling. Ruined my appetite and did not want to wait for anything again. Now I know why it was half empty on a Friday night. Will never go again but it probably won't be there long anyway. read more

Just ok. I am vegan and even called ahead to see if they would be able to accommodate my dietary restrictions, and while this sounded like a possibility over the phone, I was disappointed with what I ended up having. Additionally, my vegetarian friend struggled to find something to eat here because they were out of several different options on the menu. We came with a party of 5 and the wait staff seemed overwhelmed by the size of our party, even though there weren't many other people in there at the time. Long wait for drinks, food, checks and our food didn't all come at once. Also, the menu options for us with dietary limitations were disappointing. I'll go elsewhere for Mexican in Dothan. read more

Cute place! Lovely service and wonderful food! Great place to stop before the airport. read more

Cactus Flower Cafe - Delicious! Great service, lovely little place to enjoy a bite before the airport. - Mexican Near Me - Dothan, Alabama

Excellent Mexican Food but sign gets lost in background so you have to use you nab system.

Can not recommend this place enough! I can't remember the last time I had service this genuinely great. We had the steak salad and California Burrito and they were both so food - the steak was amazing!!! Awesome prices for the quality and portions. The margaritas were also top notch and the restaurant and bathrooms were very clean. Can't wait to come back. read more

Cactus Flower Cafe - California burrito!!! - Mexican Near Me - Dothan, Alabama

Cactus flower is not your typical Mexican--the Californian influence makes it different than tex-mex or traditional Mexican. That being said, it is very good. I've ordered from here twice, and both times I've been impressed with what I've had. read more

Ate there for lunch one day. It was excellent. Will definitely be back. The food was fresh and service was good.

A coworker suggested dinner here this evening. Several people we worked with raved about this place. We were seated promptly. When we needed a minute to review the menu and weren't ready to order this annoyed our server. We did get standard complimentary chips and salsa. The chips were stale and had a weird after taste. Salsa wasn't particularly good either. She finally came back after a considerable amount of time. We order. He went with the trio of tacos with their fried flour shell. He had a beef, chicken and a pork. He thought they were ok. I had the California Burrito. The steak in the burrito was good. Way better than most steak burritos. Good quality cooked to order. The steak was excellent. The rest of the burrito was far lesser quality. Cheap frozen variety under cooked fries, avocado instead of the guac listed on the menu, no verde sauce also listed in the description. I elected to have the the posole instead of rice and beans which was a menu option. It was ok. Lots of citrus which I would have preferred to add myself, and they appear to thicken the broth by blending some hominy or some combination of ingredients. Not exactly traditional. Seemed like it too was missing some of the listed ingredients. At the end of our meal we ask for separate checks. She brings them over. I mention a price discrepancy on the listed menu item I ordered and what she charged me. It was only a couple bucks but still. I don't want to just pay $2.00 more for no reason. I point it out rather politely. She goes over to the cashier stand and rummages through a stack of menus throwing them on the ground as she checks the price. She got loud with a coworker that inquired as to what she was doing saying something about having to correct my ticket . Apparently I'm correct and for whatever reason it appeared to really piss her off. She snatched the ticket off the table brought it back corrected and threw it on the table. She not once apologized, nor acknowledged her mistake rather didn't say another word to us. I have no idea what spurred her reaction but my friend and I were taken back by it. It was kind of funny how mad she appeared by me pointing out her mistake. I wasn't rude. I wasn't mad. Her antics were completely uncalled for and way over the top. We paid and left shortly thereafter. The burrito wasn't bad, the steak was actually quite good. The food has some potential but our server seems unstable. I don't think I'll return. read more

Waaaay over priced, mexican food should not be this expensive, 107.00 after tip for four to eat now we did splurge and ordered the guacamole with our chips.....the food quality was poor and took for ever to get served. Worst part was our waiter spilled ranch dressing all over my kid and just laughed it off. read more

I have to start with a WOW! This is a breath of FRESH air for Dothan, AL!! I ate here with my Girlfriend this evening, a Friday night. They were busy, but we were seated in no time. One thing that HAS to be right at any Mexican restaurant is the Salsa, at least for me. Cactus Flower Cafe doesn't disappoint, its homemade without a doubt. Flavorful and FREE! The salsa was so good my girlfriend and I chose to spring for the Guacamole. Thank god that we did, it was better than the Salsa. I hate to sound like I'm blowing smoke, but honestly you NEED to try this guacamole. Everything was going great, our server was polite seemed pretty knowledgeable about the menu, I honestly didn't notice her too often. Which was great I never needed anything but a suggestion for my entree. She urged me to try the Chile Relleno (sp.?) I typically am not a "adventurous" eater as some would say but everything was going so well I figured I would try something new. And I couldn't have been happy with my decision! It was a stuffed pepper fried in the most AMAZING batter. Topped with green sauce that was almost as good as the pepper. My Girlfriend ordered the Fish Tacos. Now let me say one thing, she grew up in San Fran. She drags me all over looking for a fish taco joint that can rival the tacos she had growing up. Well tonight she found it!! She raved about them so much it even convinced me to try a bite. I don't really like the thought of fried fish in a taco, but this is where the WOW is most deserved. I mean the fish had this creamy lime sauce and was topped with a cabbage mix, it was awesome. We were too full for dessert, our waitress did try and sell us on some mexican wedding cake that sounded great but there wasn't a way in the world it was happening tonight! Over all this place deserves the 5 out of 5 stars. I dont really like getting on and reviewing restaurants or anything else for that matter, but tonight after the wonderful experience I had at Cactus Flower I could not help but give credit where its deserved. Great Job guys, you have yourself a returning customer, and I can't wait to bring my family back here next weekend! Until then save me a slice of that Mexican Cake!! jm read more

I thought I had reviewed this before, but apparently that happened on Urban Spoon (blasphemy, I know!) On my first visit I was VERY impressed with the service and the queso. However, my fish tacos were NOT my favorite. I am kind of a fish taco connoisseur, if I may say so myself. I found it to have nowhere near the right amount of cabbage or dressing. I said so on the other review. Lo and behold, I went in here for a second visit and all this was changed. Excellent amount of yummy dressing and plenty of cabbage and cheese. I loved them. I'm not sure if they watch Yelp etc but it sure seems like it. Negatives from other reviews have been fixed as well. You just can't go wrong with a small restaurant that is willing to make customer-driven changes. The salsa, I could drink it. The queso is fresh and delicious. It is made with real cheese so you need to eat it fast or it becomes grainy as it goes back to being a solid. The Huevos Rancheros is good as well. I like it. It's a small, quiet place with good service and yummy, fresh food. My only complaint?? PLEASE PLEASE get rid of the ELEVATOR MUZAK!!! It doesn't have to be the stereotypical Mexican mariachi stuff, but I feel like I'm in a waiting room - the exact opposite of how I want to feel when I want to enjoy this delicious food. read more

Best salsa I have had in sooo long. Freshest in town. Had the Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos, hubs had empanadas. AMAZING!!! Lime sauce on fish tacos was such a refreshing tart surprise. Had the fried flour tortillas, like a chalupa shell, will be hard to eat it any other way. Hot tea is always a fav of mine, they have a blueberry herbal that is so comforting. Finished off with Mexican Wedding Cake, so moist and the raspberry sauce makes for a complex flavor. I am craving this cake again!!! This is my new fav place in Dothan!! read more

I truly like the food here but the owner is the reason why I will never go back. I've been numerous times and he talks down to his staff to customers and then gets on to them in front of customers. I ordered something incorrectly. I didn't specify that I wanted flour not corn tortillas. My mistake. He came over saying how it was our servers issue. I repeated myself to him as I did to the server "no my mistake I should have specified." He kept saying how it was her fault and I kept disagreeing with him. He continued to talk about her to us and we were very uncomfortable as she had been great during our meal. Sir you will not get my money any more. Your management style needs improving. Your customers do not want to hear your complaints about your staff. read more

Omg is all I can say. The food is to die for! The atmosphere is super nice. Jazz music playing in the background. Not packed on Friday nights and food comes super fast. read more

Cactus Flower Cafe - tables and chairs with white tablecloths - Mexican Near Me - Dothan, Alabama

Apparently I dont appreciate California style Mexican food. Did not care for any thing I had.

We asked the server what was the difference between Mexican food and California style Mexican food. She said it's better, and she was right!! We had tamales and tostadas, and flan. All were excellent, and so was the service. We highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Finally a restaurant in Dothan that is exactly what I want!! Fresh food, beautifully displayed, great waitstaff, great management (how many restaurants have owners who actually have a presence rather than sitting in an office?) and even great prices!! By far a grand addition to the restaurant fares in Dothan, Alabama!! Everything we've eaten there has been amazing! Love it! Love it! Love it! read more

Food is great, however plan to spend a long time due to service. Appears owners are trying to support wait staff, but over burdened. We come frequently so it's not a one off. read more

Quality mexican food right here. My chimichanga was fried to perfection and the salsa was wonderful. All the ingredients tasted fresh and had just the right texture. My server was really friendly too. Oh and the queso dip is one of the best I've ever had. It's creamy and you can actually taste the cheese in it (unlike other places) - gasp!. The refried beans were a bit salty but not bad either. read more

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I always enjoy the freshness of the food. Takes a little time but it's worth the wait. Try the mango margarita- it's the best I've ever had.

Potential is here. Queso is excellent. Chimi is decent. Mexican rice is decent. Beans are completely without flavor. Service was polite. She WANTED to do well, but had a limited understanding of the service and menu. I ordered queso because there was no salsa mentioned...then they brought salsa with the queso. Nothing wrong with more, but I wouldn't have ordered the queso if I knew the salsa was coming. I asked for no salad, and the chimi was ridind high on a bed of lettuce and sour cream. Might be worth a second try, but I won't go out of my way for it. read more

I am traveling for business and went off the Yelp reviews of where to find a non chain meal. I admittedly eat ALOT of Mexican, you can say it's my favorite and I've tried burritos all over. The El Jefe was easily one of the top burritos I have ever had! Everything about this meal screamed freshness! And the staff couldn't be nicer! If I lived here, I would be a regular! read more

Cactus Flower Cafe - Easily one of the TOP burritos I have ever had. This is El Jefe! - Mexican Near Me - Dothan, Alabama

We were just driving through and looked at the menu. It looked good so we went for it and I'm SO glad we did! We were there for lunch and I have to say it was fantastic. I took half of my Mexican salad home and had it for dinner that night. It was delish, I HIGHLY recommend the lime vinaigrette. It was so flavorful, and the home made chips were fantastic as well. read more

Omg this place is freaking great. The food is simple, but not stupid simple. U FEEL ME?! But forreal this place is amazing. Awesome food, pretty good service, and the prices are worth the amount of food that you get. I'm happy I made a good choice today. bwehehehheheheehheeeeeeheheeheheheeheheheheheehhehehehhhehehehe CHIMICHANGAS GREAT ORDER IT read more

Great food, great service. Chicken enchilada lunch was tasty and good size portion. Guacamole appetizer was a huge portion for one.

I came to this restaurant by recommendation of a friend and I am highly disappointed. My boyfriend and I had to wait 10 minutes before we were taken to our seats. The food here is mediocre at best. They brought out my cheese dip without chips and I had to request chips multiple times before getting them. The service towards me and my boyfriend, who are minority's was very subpar. However, we noticed how quick and attentive the employees of this establishment treated their other guest, who were NOT minority's. There was another minority couple in the restaurant, who left immediately after receiving their food. This was my first and last time going to this establishment. read more

Absolutely the best chicken nachos ever except the queso sauce was too much this time. Jalepenos on the side because BFF doesn't like them, but omg, they are fresh chopped, not pickled or put up, totally fresh on every ingredient. I always get the guacamole with my basket of chips and salsa along with a side of sour cream and I dip and enjoy, then order the chicken verde enchiladas. Today just nachos Capistrano with chicken. Yummy. read more

The grilled pork wrap with black beans and cilantro rice was exceptional! High quality meal for a great price! Place that meal in Atlanta with a view and you would pay 3 times the price! The salsa is good. "Sweet tea ain't grandma's, but the food was 10 out of 10" read more

Great food, you get a lot. I got the fish tacos and they were the best I've ever had. Good service and calm, clean atmosphere. We'll be regulars. read more

Love, love their Santa fe sauce! Their chicken burritos are absolutely delish too! Their tortillas are from a bag and their queso cheese dip is awful but the did I mention the Ssnta Fe sauce! So good! read more

I went here once with my husband for a friend's birthday dinner. We were by no means impressed with the food. The building is nice, but the food was nothing special. I never know why people rave about this as much as they do... read more

There is one of these in Pensacola and I can tell you there is a world of difference in service and quality of food. Menus are basically the same. Food took an hour to get. We ordered two meals to go after our dinner and got home to find out the orders were very wrong. Ordered a salad and got some other chimichanga dish instead. Definitely will not be eating here again. read more

Excellent service with marial. All food requests honored for allergies and vegan guests. Lots of hot chips and salsa. All food was delicious and served hot. Good food!!! read more

We've dined here three times in the last 2 weeks -- our home is on the market so we've needed a quick getaway while the agents do their stuff. We've been impressed with the staff, cleanliness, and especially the food. We finally shared an entree -- the mango shrimp salad, which is huge -- and an app of queso bites (it does? So that's what we felt!) and of course lots of decent chips and very fresh tasting salsa. Previous visits we've not shared the entree and ended up bringing home leftovers, which we are OK with. So what I'm saying is, the portions are large, Marge. Yes there is piped in music but funeral home? It was a bit too peppy for mortuary muzak. And there's a small patio for those who want to dine while listening to the rush of cars on Monkey Highway and admire the blazing afternoon sunshine ... We will continue to patronize this establishment! read more

Food was amazing, but Friday after Valentines and they were slammed. Took a bit of time to get someone for a side of sour cream and to cash out. Super tasty food. I will be back, and will be getting the queso again! read more

We thoroughly enjoy this restaurant! We went on a Thursday evening. They had live music. We have 4 children and they were very accommodating! The service was great and the food was wonderful! A great addition to Dothan! read more

Wow! Our 1st big shocker is when our Capistrano Nachos appetizer was brought out. That alone is enough to feed my wife and 2 small kids. I wish I had remembered to take a pic of it for you before this ravenous family had ripped apart its bold and magnificent beauty. Our server was awesome with checking on our needs and very friendly with a good personality. I'm so glad we gave Cactus Flower Cafe a try. read more

Oh, wow! I hate that I can't find a better word than that, but I was speechless. I was just so blown away by the freshness of the food. How wonderful to have a restaurant in Dothan...nay, the whole Wiregrass area, where fresh is the main ingredient. Not a huge menu and when I first looked at the offerings, I was less than impressed. It is the typical Mexican restaurant menu, so I wasn't really expecting much difference in the flavors. I am so happy to report that I was so wrong. The flavors were so distinct, not muddled like typical Mexican restaurant food. I had the Chili Rellanos and the poblano pepper was fresh, not canned. The flesh of the pepper had a tender crunch. The chicken and cheese filling was expertly seasoned. Oh, and I have never had a dessert better than the Mexican Wedding Cake. Everything; the food, ambiance, service, was spot on. Went by there today, hoping to have lunch only to discover that they were not open on Sundays. Oh, well, I guess everyone is entitled to a day of rest. read more

Cactus Flower Cafe - Main dining room. - Mexican Near Me - Dothan, Alabama

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Excellent food. Very fresh and proportioned well BUT getting food to table takes way too long why would the send queso and guacamole to the table with out chips? Thought it was just an oversight but the table opposite us had same experience. They bring chips with salsa. The food is worthy repeat as take out read more

Love this place! I always order the guac and the chicken tostada. Can never finish all the food, but I always try bc it is sooo good! Great price, great food, friendly service! read more