As a traveler, my wife and I are always on the search for unique "local" places. Calico Cactus definitely fits the bill! Walking in is an hour or inviting and open dining area with deep chairs. The counter ordering process is easy and quick. Staff patient and accommodating to questions. I ordered the Texas Hold 'Em, Mexican street corn and an iced Maple Tap with caramel. My wife ordered the plain Jane, tumbleweed tots and a hot chai tea. Everything arrived tableside within 7 minutes. Everything was very delicious. The barbacoa flavorful, the street corn with a spicy bite and the coffee, perfectly flavored. The plain Jane was large and very satisfying, tots a tasty breakfast version of a jalapeño popper and the chai tea very good. To entertain, a scrolling signboard of dad jokes and thought provoking quotes. All in all, we both highly recommend this for a breakfast stop! read more

Calico Cactus - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Cool spot for breakfast tacos and more! Really enjoy the hash bowl and the burrito was packed full of flavor. My coffee was so yummy, love the Bees Knees. The potato bites and their signature sauce were a favorite as well. Wonderfully decorated and conveniently located in Murray hill. The service was friendly and our order was perfect. No issues parking, we used the lot behind the building. Not overly crowded and we felt like we had an enjoyable experience. read more

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Had a nice lunch with my friend Shannon Wirth and some of her family today at Calico Cactus. This is Week 13 of my #FreeTacosForAYear. Today's choices? I got a Fireproof and a Gravy Crockett. The Fireproof is piled high with delicious brisket, crispy potatoes, poblano pepper, and queso. The Gravy Crockett comes with bacon, green chili chorizo Gravy, and crispy potatoes. Both taste wonderful, especially topped with their medium Verde salsa (i put that on all my tacos here each week. Love it!). They also ran a special today on their chips and queso, which was bogo free, so of course, how could I resist? 13 weeks in and no sign of being tired of eating here. They are absolutely a wonderful addition to the Murray Hill neighborhood. Totally worth the 10 hours I camped outside for the free tacos, and each week I always try to bring a friend or family with me too! read more

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I love this restaurant! It's situated on a very cute street in Murray Hill, and has a good amount of parking. I arrived at 11:30 on a Tuesday and plenty of seating options- very spacious and bright inside. It is counter service, with super friendly staff. They have breakfast tacos and options all day, and lunch options as well. I ordered the gravy Crockett breakfast taco (spicy! Not too much gravy, just right amount), texas hold em taco (perfect!) and bees knees iced coffee (really good! Not too sweet, perfectly balanced). The tacos looked small but were dense and filling - two was just right for me. Food came out fast, everything was delicious and honestly I want to go back and try everything else on the menu now, it all looked so good and was reasonably priced! Definitely check it out! read more

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I got two tacos on corn tortillas. One braised beef and the other chicken. I loved the beef one the best. I can tell they use quality ingredients and care about presentation. I also order a lavender latte with oat milk. That also was a really nice treat with smooth coffee and not too sweet which I prefer. The vibe in the place is fun and artsy (like Murray Hill) and the customer service is stellar. P.S.~ their salsas are delicious and super fresh! My fav was the mild. read more

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Breakfast, tacos, and open early on the weekends? Yes, please! This was my first visit to Calico Cactus & as you can see I was Customer Number 1 for the day. This meant I got to have a wonderful chat with the manager Chad as he walked me through the menu and what makes CC unique. What I got: iced Bees Knees latte (honey & vanilla topped with cinnamon), Scrambled Eggs on your Face taco (eggs, bacon, potatoes, & queso) & Tumbleweed Tots (hash browns, chorizo, & Monterey jack). I loved that the flavors in the latte really came through. That is something that some places disappoint me on quite frankly, so that is a big plus for CC in my book. I cannot tolerate spicy heat unfortunately, so I went with one of the simpler taco options on the menu. Chad told me it was one of their best sellers & now I know why because it was terrific. The tots were flavorful and come with a dipping sauce with a little kick. read more

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Great, fresh food, casual rustic decor, fun atmosphere, and a crew that loves what they do. What a fantastic addition to Murray Hill! We stopped by Calico Cactus for lunch this past weekend and were greeted at the door, told how to order and given some suggestions on what to eat. Your tacos, or quesadilla or pancakes are made fresh on large pans right in front of you, you can choose breakfast or lunch selections and everything slams. It was tough to decide. My wife and I split the Dip duo of queso and guacamole. Both were fantastic alone, and the combination was brilliant. The chips are fresh and tasty. Great appetizer. We also split some of their "tots". We chose Jalepeno and Monterey Jack tots. Both were great. Crispy outside, flavorful inside and the sauces for accompaniment were just perfect. I ordered two tacos, Texas Hold Em and Fireproof. All of their spicy items bite a bit, but in the best way. They're flavorful and level up the taco. All of the meat was flavorful, fresh and delicious. There is also a bar for salsas and toppings. Really good mild, mid and spicy. Amazing new place for breakfast lunch or brunch. I'm sure this will be a staple in Murray Hill for a long time to come. I highly recommend you give them a try. read more

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Not a fan of these tacos. The Gravy Crockett had a gummy, unpleasant sauce. The Fireproof also had a gummy sauce, and the meat was dred out. It wasn't just the tacos: the guac was also gummy, had started to oxidize and become brown, and had old, slimy tomatoes. The passion fruit juice also tastes really watered down. They do make their own tortillas and chips, and they tortillas are really good. I respect that - not because it's hard but because not enough places do this. But a good tortilla can't fix bad fillings. Lots of service issues too. Tables are not kept clean, despite a large staff that does not appear overwhelmed. Trash bins overflowing, watched the staff try to stuff the trash down instead of empty it out. They didn't have menus in the front of the line and when I walked to the counter to ask for one (as there is no menu board) they asked me to refill their menus for other customers. read more

This new calico cactus location on Murray Hill was a need! I have now been to both locations, I may have to say the Murray hill location takes the St Augustine as far as aesthetics and vibe. The build out of this location is gorgeous, especially if you are familiar with what it once was. The food was amazing, savory and flavorful, and the service from their staff was welcoming and very attentive. I ordered the new tumbleweed quesadilla read more

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Two of my favorite things under one roof sounds like a good plan to me. I love tacos, especially when the tortillas are being warmed up right in front of me. I ordered a Texas Hold'em, which was brisket with eggs and Monterey Jack cheese on a fresh flour tortilla. It was a good size and very filling. I enjoyed that I could choose and add my own fresh taco sauce on top. The menu states you can swap a flour tortilla for a corn tortilla, so there's that option for next time. They serve many drink options.. I already had mine, so I passed, but I did find out their coffee is locally roasted in Saint Augustine at The Streaming Peacock. They also state that they do some in-house roasting, as evidenced by the big Bellwether roasting machine as you enter. I didn't smell anything that smelled like coffee inside, which would have been enjoyable and left me craving a cup of hot coffee or a latte. The concept is different and very Murray Hills-ish. The menu itself will be bringing me back to try many of these various, out-of-the-ordinary items and to check out their "taco drop," which is a new taco of the week option. Ob yea, Remember to turn a quick left as you enter the door for the menus and to order. read more

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10/10 absolutely recommend. Great environment, friendly staff, super helpful and caring. Food tastes amazing. read more

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These are tex mex tacos and I loved my Bee's knees latte. Interesting tacos but very good. The service was a little rocky but that's because this is still a brand new place. The people were amazing. The ambiance is nice; however, the seats are so hard that it's not a place you want to stay and talk, or read a book chapter. Next time, I come, I need to bring a seat cushion to be comfortable. read more

Calico Cactus - Tots and 2 tacos...you can tell which one is which by the sticker - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Calico Cactus Coffee + Tacos is one of those spots that instantly makes you glad you walked in. We stopped by and tried a few of their standout bites, starting with the Tumbleweed Tots. Crispy, golden, and seasoned perfectly. These weren't just an appetizer, they were the kind of snack you keep reaching back for until the basket is mysteriously empty. For tacos, we went all in. The Texas Hold'em Brekkie Taco was a total win: hearty, flavorful, and exactly what a breakfast taco should be, comforting but still bold. Then there was the Squawk on the Street, which brought big flavor with juicy, well-seasoned chicken and just the right balance of savory and fresh. Every bite felt intentional and well-crafted. Beyond the food, the vibe at Calico Cactus is what really seals it. It's laid-back, welcoming, and feels like the kind of place you can hang out, grab a coffee, and lose track of time while enjoying seriously good food. If you're in Jacksonville and haven't been yet, put this place on your list. Whether you're stopping in for tacos, coffee, or just a chill spot to unwind, Calico Cactus delivers every time. read more

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Gosh what a gem to come to Murray hill! I will admit I rolled my eyes when I heard tacos... boy was I wrong! These breakfast tacos are next level! And the tater tots are great! I would recommend getting the 4 count for 2 people because they are large. They were so food! The salsa options... YUM! We loved the spicy one and I already forgot the name! The plain Jane burrito was huge, VERY worth the money! The eggs were so fluffy and light. I put the hot salsa on it which really topped it off for me. The Area 51 tacos were also delish! The bees knees latte was very sweet but still delish! I would just do half sweet next time- to no fault of calico's! It did state that there were 2 syrups. I love the design change/ table set up that they made! It makes much more sense and it's so cute! The service was quick, everyone was so kind! Ali is simply crushing it, she had a huge smile on her face and was very welcoming and I noticed her making effort to say hi and interact with many customers! It's so nice to see employees that want to be at their job! We already have our next visit planned! read more

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We were greeted immediately as we entered and walked through the menu by staff. We decided to try a number of food items but only waters for drinks this visit. Order at the counter and get a number to bring to your table. Lots of seating options too.We started with the chips and duo dip. The chips were fresh and there was a good amount in the bag. The queso/guac combo was surprisingly delicious. I tasted a bit of both separately and they were each great on their own. We also tried both types of tots, they split our 10 piece order into equal of both. I loved the cream cheese jalapeño tots with the pepper jelly. I am not a big fan of chorizo but my husband enjoyed those tots. For my tacos, I enjoyed a breakfast taco, Miranda Special and a lunch taco, Squawk on the Street. I wasn't sure about the Miranda taco at first but ended up really enjoying it. I loved the Squawk on their Street with the added green salsa from the salsa bar. Looking forward to our next visit to try some of their coffees. read more

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A great new addition to Murray Hill! I tried all five of the brekkie tacos and liked the Area 51 with chorizo the best. I think my favorite would be the Gravy Crockett if it had eggs in it--next time I will see if I can add eggs. In my most recent visit, I got the Calico Hash and added eggs to it on the recommendation of the cashier. I liked that there is a salsa bar and extensive drink options, too. read more

Calico Cactus - Calico Hash with eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Tried out the new day cafe in Murray Hill, to say it was outstanding would be an under statement. Atmosphere was great, service was outstanding. Everybody was so nice! We tried a little bit of everything, and our toddler loved the pancake taco!! Don't sleep on this place, it's a must try location for good breakfast spot! read more

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Great little place to get brunch tacos and fresh squeezed lemonade or coffee. The freshly made tortillas are delicious! read more

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I've been here quite a few times and kept forgetting to take pics because I would scarf the deliciousness down so quickly. Point is, the food is that good. After living on the west coast, I became use to fresh flour tortillas. So hearing Murray Hill was getting a breakfast taco spot that made tortillas in house got me. My current faves are the Texas Holdem, Prairie Dog and the Tumble Weed Tots. Tacos are a good portion, affordable, made to order and tasty. Also, who doesn't like a salsa bar? I keep coming back for more. read more

Calico Cactus - Tumbleweed Tots (4ct) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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We were greeted immediately upon entering, which made a great first impression. Since it was our first time, they kindly showed us where to grab a menu and place our order. We received a table menu and chose a cozy spot by the window. Our food came out in no time, and everything was absolutely delicious. We're not big eaters, so we asked for lids to take the rest home. I couldn't resist though -- as soon as I got home, I finished it! Definitely recommend, and we'll be returning. read more

I'm glad I stopped in this morning to give this place a try. Walked in and was greeted right away, which I appreciated. The last time I was in that space it was a Maple Street and the flow of the restaurant has changed, so it helped to have someone redirect me. The staff is very friendly. The atmosphere is very open and bright. Pancake tacos caught my eye, so I got that and an Area 51. The pancake taco was simple and yummy, and the Area 51 was good too, but the chorizo is quite spicy. If you are sensitive to spice I would give this one a second thought, but the flavor is good. My latte was great, and they offer milk alternatives, oat milk and almond milk, which I appreciated since I am lactose intolerant. It was a good experience. I will be back! read more

Calico Cactus - Latte and half of a pancake taco (I ate it too fast and forgot to take a picture first) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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First new taco place in Jacksonville that didn't disappoint!! The food is so yummy, priced well, and actual portions for adults! The service was amazing-- the employees actually seem happy to work here! A unicorn here in Jax. We got the Bees Knees coffee and it was so good! Tastes similar to Kookaburra without driving to St Augustine! I've already told all my friends and coworkers to come here. It's a good spot for work meetings too- big tables and nooks to hide away in. read more

So excited to have Calico Cactus in Murray Hill! The handmade tortillas are incredible, the breakfast tacos are creative and delicious, and the coffee is on point. Super friendly staff, fun casual vibe, and the salsa bar is a huge win. Such a great addition to the neighborhood -- we'll definitely be back! read more

The food here was AMAZING. It was perfectly seasoned, the flavors go so well together, and the coffee is top tier! The service was excellent, everyone was so kind and answered any questions I had without being rude or judgmental. Not to mention, the whole vibe of the establishment was so cute and fun! It's definitely somewhere I plan on going a lot! read more

Today I stopped in for breakfast tacos and a cappuccino. Everyone was super welcoming, and it was great to see some familiar faces from the Murray Hill Maple Street location. The tacos were really good--one had chorizo with a little spice, and the other was bacon and potato with crispy potatoes and a few other things I can't quite remember. I used their homemade sauces on both, and everything tasted fresh and delicious. You could also tell the tortillas were made in-house. Everyone was friendly, and it was great talking with Scott, the owner, and hearing how much thought he's put into every aspect of the restaurant. They did a great job cleaning up the old Maple Street space, adding more character, and brightening it up. They also added a takeout window, which I didn't use this time but thought was a really nice touch. It's great to see someone truly invested in the community and new life being brought to this space. read more

From the mind that brought you Maple Street biscuits, here comes tacos/queso/coffee! My neighborhood now has a fantastic breakfast burrito shop- Calico Cactus! I checked them out on Saturday for their soft opening. I had the Texas Hold 'Em breakfast burrito, which features smoked brisket, eggs and other delicious flavors on homemade tortillas. This burrito was so good. Nothing like homemade tortillas! I also had the maple tap coffee, which was very tasty, very good. This is, without question, the best breakfast in the Murray Hill area. GO! read more

Pretty good breakfast tacos and coffee, had very friendly staff, and chill atmosphere! read more

Calico Cactus - Barbacoa breakfast taco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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The food is good although I feel that they need to expand the menu a bit. My biggest complaint is how slow this place is. This is my second time here and both time it took a very long time for the order to come out. Today it took nearly 30 minutes, so if you're not in a hurry try this place. Just know if you have some where to be, you'll be late. read more

Seats are very uncomfortable. Just bare wood and heavy difficult to move metal. Food was fast but not awesome. Also the business doesn't have to go boxes so don't think you are gonna take home anything. Walking out I heard the same thing from another couple at their first visit. read more

Calico Cactus - Feels like sitting on a park bench - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

An awesome fast casual breakfast spot! Loved each of the salsas especially the hot red one. The homemade fresh pressed tortillas really drive it home read more

I like this place. My friend and both I had the brisket bowl. I told the woman taking our order that we didn't want anything spicy. She recommended the brisket bowl. Well, we both thought it was very spicy. That was disappointing. Otherwise it was good. Everyone was friendly and someone came to our table to make sure everything was ok. I will say that the chairs were awful! I'm pretty tall and I could barely touch the ground if I sat back. My friend had to sit at the front of the chair. It was very odd read more

Coffee was very good even though we had our food 10 minutes before the coffee. It wasn't that big a problem because the food was cold. Pancake taco with under cooked bacon and a cold pancake. Breakfast taco with eggs so cold the cheese wasn't melted. Brisket taco wrapped in foil so it was a cold gummy glob. The manager did bring us a complementary queso that was hot and very good. The manager did replace two of our tacos, but we waited until we got home to throw them away. I think the kitchen was a mess from the time we arrived. All the food looked it had been scoped from a cold steam table. We will go back for coffee and maybe the kitchen will be fixed. Manager tried, but a bad cook killed the experience. read more

Super cute new place! I loved everything about it from the atmosphere to the food! Everyone there was nice also. Would definitely recommend!

Hands down the best tacos in the Jax area so far !! We were greeted as soon as we walked in. The cafe area was nearly full. We didn't have to wait long for our order and found seating quickly considering how busy it was. read more

10/10 would highly recommend! Plenty of unique options to choose from in regards to food and drink. You can watch them make fresh tortillas. The bees knees latte is absolutely delicious! I'm excited to keep coming here to try everything. Service is great. Ambiance is great. read more

Tacos were fantastic! I don't know anyone else in Jax making homemade tortillas, and these were amazing. Reminded me of living in Texas. Everyone was super nice. Biggest surprise- the coffee was a 10/10! I would even go so far as to say it's the best in the area, besides maybe Brew. Please go check it out! The only way we keep nice things is by going and supporting them. read more

This place was more than we were hoping for! As former Texans, we have been on the hunt for some awesome breakfast tacos and thought we would try out this place. It did not disappoint! We had the MTD (potato, egg and cheese), the Texas Hold'em (Barbacoa) and the quack on the street (braised chicken). They were all delicious! The tortillas are homemade on site and the orange juice was fresh squeezed. In addition, we ordered a cappuccino and a latte that were also great! A 10 out of 10 for us. We can't wait to come back and try some of their other tacos! read more

Great spot for some awesome breakfast tacos! Also don't pass up the tumbleweed tots so good!

Alright, listen...this place is top notch for service and food. Let's get that out there right away. They got a Vesta Board that's fun to play around on as well. Staff is AMAZING. Here was my ONLY issue. For most, not a problem. For me though, well, I have different wants with my breakfast. Mimosas. It's on the menu. I swear. Went one day, all out of champagne. But, there was some on the way. Ok. I understand. Soon as it got there, I had my mimosa. Things happened. Went back the following Saturday. No champagne. This is just a thing for me. I want mimosas with my breakfast/brunch. It's a thing with me and as much as I love the food, the fact that you run out of something two weekends in a row should be a clear sign that it's being ordered, so maybe.....I don't know...place a bigger order of it when you order so you don't run out. read more

10/10 -- highly recommend. Stopped by for a quick bite while in town, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful in walking us through the menu. The food was amazing and came out fast. We also had mimosas made with freshly squeezed orange juice, which was a great touch. Definitely check this place out perfect spot to sit, relax, and chat. read more