The Iron Cactus Dallas is a hip and lively restaurant located right in the middle of downtown Dallas. It is a huge venue boasting over 14,000 square feet that is perched atop the famous Pegasus Plaza.
There is outside dining available that includes a rooftop patio that overlooks downtown Dallas; providing a striking view for visitors and natives alike.
The Iron Cactus Dallas is great fun for families and offers a unique Tex-Mex culinary experience. They offer a holiday brunch for the entire family on Easter, Mother’s and Father’s days. There is also a Sunday brunch where special prices are allotted for seniors and children that are under 12 years of age.
It has a unique menu that has all of the traditional offerings that you would expect from a great Tex-Mex experience. They will begin by making fresh guacamole tableside to enjoy with your chips. The menu has something to enjoy for every different palette. There are savory and rich items on the menu that range from being very tame and mild to almost scorchingly spicy. Spicy foods are almost a staple of Tex-Mex fare and the Iron Cactus is the perfect spot to enjoy a little Tex-Mex heat.
The Iron Cactus also has a specialty gluten free menu for those with Celiac disease, a wheat allergy or that just have a dietary preference to go gluten free. This menu is not limited as some specialty menus are at other establishments. The gluten free menu is extensive and boasts around twenty menu items starting with appetizers, then entrees and of course dessert.
Party rooms available so that you can have a special event there. So whether it is for a graduation, promotion, retirement or even a birthday party they can supply everything from the space, the food and even the libations.
One of the most popular things about the Iron Cactus is the margarita bar. They are the connoisseurs of tequila and carry over 80 different varieties of the popular spirit. Many people are not even aware that there are so many different types of tequilas. If you are not sure what type of tequila you would like to responsibly enjoy, you can order one of the famous Tequila Flights which are three one half ounce glasses of tequila to sample. There are three different categories to choose from that range in price from Silver, Reposado to the most expensive Anejo.
The Iron Cactus claims to have the biggest happy hour in Texas that runs Monday through Friday from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. They offer great drink specials during this time frame and all appetizers are available at half price. Remember that if you are going to participate in the happy hours specials or drinks at any time please do it responsibly.
The Iron Cactus has been named a top ten tequila bar by well known national publications such as Chili Pepper Magazine as well as Spirits and Cocktails. Another accolade that the Iron Cactus has received was by D Magazine that names “El Agave” the best margarita in the city of Dallas.
If you are a visitor to the area and plan on doing some drinking there are several hotels that are within walking distance of the Iron Cactus including the Magnolia Hotel Dallas, The Adolphus Hotel, The Joule Luxury Collection Hotel and the Hotel Indigo Boutique Hotel. These are all great places to say and rates will vary depending on time of year and amenities that you are looking for.
There are also other things to explore in the area such as the famous Reunion Tower and Thanks-Giving Square. Dallas is a great place to visit and live. If you are going to be in the area make sure you take a trip to the Iron Cactus for an experience that you will never forget.