Iron Cactus San Antonio

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200 River Walk St Ste 100
San Antonio, TX 78205
Iron Cactus Mexican Grill and Margarita Bar offers a premier Mexican dining experience in Austin and San Antonio, TX. Known for its contemporary Mexican cuisine and famous table-side guacamole, this local hot spot is a favorite for visitors and locals alike. Both locations boast topflight bars, with the San Antonio River Walk spot voted “Best of the River Walk” for 6 consecutive years. In Austin, the flagship downtown restaurant features a rooftop patio with stunning views of the skyline, becoming a beloved destination for a diverse crowd of locals, tourists, and business people. Meanwhile, the San Antonio location provides a unique dining experience along the River Walk, offering authentic Mexican dishes in a picturesque setting across from the historic Aztec Theater. Voted as a top 10 Tequila Bar in the country by USA Today, Iron Cactus is a must-visit for those seeking a genuine local vibe and fresh-squeezed lime margaritas.

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Melody C.
8/28/2025

An insanely good experience! The food at the Iron Cactus is delicious. Everything was incredibly flavorful and felt like the perfect mix of traditional and modern adaptions of Mexican food. All...

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Jayson M.
9/6/2025

Decent food, lovely space, great service. I'd go back for the guacamole. Fish tacos are nice. Note: Hope you like pigeons with your river walk experience. Bring a rain coat or sit inside

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Molly L.
8/22/2025

We came here on a weeknight and there was walk-in seating available. We tried quite a few different things - the guacamole, queso, cheese quesadilla, veggie fajitas, paella, and some...

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Daniel P.
7/25/2025

Surprisingly cheap for a riverwalk restaurant! Friend had vegan tacos and I had the stuffed iron burger with fries. Also chips and salsa were great. Atmosphere was super nice, eating outside on...

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Billy A.
8/5/2025

I don't think there is a bad restaurant on the River Walk and Iron Cactus is no different. Beautiful atmosphere and it's right in the heart of everything. The server was very knowledgeable about...

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