I visited Mexican Cactus Taco Bar expecting your typical strip mall taco joint with decent tacos…read moreand some TVs to watch a World Cup match, but WOW did I underestimate what I was in for. I knew from the second we walked in, based on the list of made-in-house horchatas and agua frescas, that we were going to be in for a good meal. The menu was refreshingly unique compared to your basic street taco style setup or the usual Tex-Mex mashup of inauthentic tacos topped with shredded cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes. Our group of 3 adults, plus my 7 year old niece, shared a bowl of guacamole, which was phenomenal and came mixed with sunflower seeds and topped with crumbled cotija, alongside house-made corn tortilla chips. We also split an elote cup, which was great. My wife got a classic horchata, which was deliciously sweet (but not overly so) with a nice slight punch of cinnamon. I went with water but will definitely try an agua fresca next time. I ordered two tacos, both on house-made flour tortillas (I like corn tortillas but prefer flour when made fresh). The Pollo Azteca, with marinated grilled chicken tenderloin, mango pico, and a drizzle of crema, was phenomenal, and had more flavor than most chicken tacos I've had before. The star of my meal, however, was the Al Pastor, with adobo marinated pork tenderloin, diced pineapple, onions, and cilantro, with a slice of lime to squeeze on top. This was hands down one of the best tacos I've ever had in my life. I was floored. I also tried my wife's Carne Asada tacos, which came topped with cilantro and onions, and a slice of lime, on their house made corn tortillas. The steak was incredibly flavorful, and the corn tortillas were tender without being chewy. We shared a side of rice and beans, which was good, but not the star of the show. The rice was your typical Mexican yellow rice, and the beans were more of a soupy whole-beans style, which reminded me of my Colombian mother-in-law's recipe. The staff makes four homemade salsas, ranging from mild to pretty spicy, and I loved all of them with the exception of the mild. My niece got the kids' cheese quesadilla, which was a simple melted Oaxaca cheese between a flour tortilla, served with rice, beans, and a little side of crema. The last thing I will rave about is the service. The staff was incredibly nice from the minute we walked in, pleasant to talk to when delivering our order and asking how everything was tasting, to the moment we bussed our tables and headed for the door. I cannot wait to come back again, and I hope they stay very busy until I'm able to do so, because I want this place to be around for a very long time!

05/07/26- #Thursday #R1616 #FarWest #Food…read more I think it was my 3rd time coming here. Food was great. Enough parking spaces. Not sure during the evenings. Awesome customer service!!!

I was a little skeptical because I'm not a "fish"person but OMG the food was incredibly delicious!…read more The flavors popped! I wanted to scrape the plate clean but remembered I was in public. I also ordered a mocktail and that was delicious. I give this place 10 stars for the prompt service, cleanliness, and positive vibes. If you go in be sure to ask for Abriella, she makes the best recommendations! What a great first meal in Dallas!!!

My husband and I went here for dessert only on Saturday, 5/23. We sat at the bar, since they were…read morevery busy and didn't want to sit outside. We got the Chocolate Brownie a la Mode. They were good. Although, I took a star away because we asked that the brownies be "hot". They were room temperature. We will go back again for lunch or dinner!

We love this restaurant! The atmosphere, hospitality, food, and overall service are consistently…read moreexcellent. The cuisine feels authentically Italian--not the typical fare served by many restaurants that market themselves as Italian. The dishes are flavorful, thoughtfully prepared, and true to their roots. On our visit, our waitress was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. She made us feel right at home and was genuinely helpful throughout the meal. My entrée was delicious and perfectly prepared, and the restaurant also offers a nice selection of wines by the glass. The dining room is comfortable, well-appointed, and provides a warm setting for a relaxing meal. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended!

A friend recommended this place and it was really good!! The pasta was fresh not dried, the salmon…read morewas very tasty it the star of the show was the affogato with house made gelato. The service was comparable to a fine dining experience. There is a nice patio area for times when it is not as hot as the surface of the sun in Texas. It overlooks a park area so it could be great for kids to run around while parents can still keep an eye on them. The one thing I would love to see added is a 0 proof wine option. There are some good ones starting to come to the marketplace and it is a nice option for those living a sober lifestyle. Overall, this is a solid choice!

The food was fresh and very authentic. The service was very good. Excellent assortment of menu…read moreitems. They were also able to accommodate my wife, who is gluten and dairy free. We definitely will be back.

Ate here with wife late on a Sunday afternoon. Pretty quiet. Fast friendly service. Good strong…read moremargarita. Chips were fresh. Ambience very nice, but unfinished ceiling & exposed ductwork. Comfortable booths. Wife had chicken fajitas. Generous portions came out sizzling hot. Very good taste. I had Brocheta de Camarones. Also came out good and hot. Tasty. Except the chef must have spilled some extra spice seasoning on one end, because one of the wrapped shrimp was hotter (spicier) than anything I've ever eaten. Same with the grilled onions at that end. That was at only one end of the skillet they came on. The rest were OK. Strange. If the whole plate was like that I would have sent it back, but it was just one small part. That's why I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars. Moderately priced.

This is a well established restaurant in Allen. We have been eating there for many years and have…read moreenjoyed it every time. Great food and great service.

Outstanding all around. Great service and fantastic chicken franchaise. Garlic bread, the best…read more Highly recommend.