Cactus Taqueria
(510) 528-1881
1881 Solano Ave
Berkeley,
CA
94707
37.8916
-122.2777
Neighborhood: Berkeley Hills
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The Scene
Long a favorite with families and college students, the cafeteria-style service is quick and kid-friendly. The place has a festive air, with wooden chairs and tables lacquered in primary colors, and the open kitchen lets you watch the cooks power-chop an assembly line of tomatoes. Mealtimes are almost always busy, and the noise level increases accordingly.
The Food
A massive menu of fast-food renditions of Mexican dishes offers plenty of variety for big and small appetites. Fat foil-wrapped burritos are loaded with a choice of beans (black, pinto or refried), salsa and nine meat, seafood or vegetarian fillings. The nutty, spicy pollo con mole rojo is one of the more inventive choices. Messy, overstuffed tacos are served in soft, warm corn tortillas. A favorite, the sweet husk-wrapped corn tamales with fiery poblano chilies are surprisingly authentic. Enchiladas, tostadas, nachos--whatever you order, count on fresh ingredients and generous portions.
User Reviews
Anonymous
March 03, 2008
As a New Mexican, I take burritos and tacos very seriously. When I moved to California I refused to think I would find a burrito that rivaled The Frontier in Albuquerque or Juan's Flying Burrito in New Orleans. Both locations, their food, and their decor are near and dear to my heart. But Cactus has changed my perspective. I eat a burrito from Cactus, or the fish taco plate, on a weekly (sometimes bi-weekly!) basis. The folks at Cactus are friendly, and the food is made quickly (but is quality). The horchata is divine; though I suggest asking for a mixture of the aguas frescas for a fruity and refreshing drink. The flan always looks tasty, but I've never had it. Here's the best thing about Cactus: the salsa. Though the College Ave. Cactus has the salsa de pina, which I could drink gallons of, the salsa verde and chipotle salsas on Solano are quite good. I hope the salsa de pina will eventually make it to Solano, but until then I will continue to eat at both locations as often as I possibly can. Cactus rocks. When will they print bumper stickers and t-shirts? I am ready.
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What to Drink:
The generous selection of beverages includes sodas, domestic and imported beer, coffee and tea, but aguas frescas (traditional Mexican fresh fruit drinks) are the way to go.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Lunch Spot, Cheap Eats
