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    4.5 (42 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Spacious inside with lots of seating options
    Stacey R.

    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!

    The view from my seat
    Stacey C.

    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.

    Manager Chad warming up my fresh tortilla
    Kathryn T.

    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.

    David A.

    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.

    Ashley M.

    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

    Tortilla Warmers
    Debbie F.

    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.

    Jenna O.

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

    Tots and 2 tacos...you can tell which one is which by the sticker
    Tatty C.

    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.

    Anthony N.

    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.

    Plain Jane burrito
    Anna-caroline B.

    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!

    Laura A.

    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.

    Calico Hash with eggs
    Lou B.

    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.

    Colden E.

    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!

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