Cactus Cantina has two locations in Orange Beach, along with a location in Gulf Shores that offers a laid-back Mexican Restaurant vibe and a huge menu. This family-friendly restaurant has a dedicated kids menu, a huge drink menu, and is a local favorite.
Cactus Cantina
The Cactus Cantina menu has a little bit of everything, sizzling fajitas, creative tacos, loaded burritos, and seafood options like Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos and the Loaded Seafood Chimichanga are just the start of the menu.
Make sure to check out their Taco Tuesday specials.
Indoor Seating
Cactus Cantina has a large indoor seating area with tables and chairs that can be moved together for a group (make sure to ask nicely). They have tables set up for 2, 4, and 6 people most of the time.
Indoor Bar
Cactus Cantina has a great casual bar area if you want to enjoy a delicious margarita without sitting in the main dining area.
Cactus Cantina Orange Beach Menu
The menu at Cactus Cantina is laid-back Mexican with an American twist, featuring Gulf Coast seafood options alongside all the classics. Every traditional plate, combo, burrito, and fajita comes with your choice of two sides: Mexican rice, black or refried beans, or the famous Cactus Grits.
Starters
- Chips and Salsa - Fresh and crispy chips with salsa, a crowd favorite from the first bite
- 3 Amigos Cheese Dip - cheese dip with grilled shrimp, steak, and chicken, served with pico de gallo and warm flour tortillas
- Cactus Guacamole
- Street Corn Guacamole
- Bean & Cheese Dip
- Beef & Cheese Dip
- Fajita Nachos and Grande Supreme Nachos
Fajitas
A sizzling platter of bell peppers and onions with your choice of chicken, steak, shrimp, or a combination of all three. Served with lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, and a choice of two sides
- Pineapple Fajita - A grilled half pineapple stuffed with grilled chicken
- Shrimp Fajitas
- Chicken Fajitas
- Steak Fajitas
- Texas Fajitas
Tacos
- Texas Tacos - 1 Steak, 1 grilled chicken, 1 shrimp taco
- Carnitas Tacos
- Birria Tacos
- Cactus Tacos
- Steak tacos
- Tacos Mexicanos
- Street Corn Elote Tacos
- Gringo Tacos - grilled chicken tacos with fresh grilled pineapple and chorizo
- Tacos De Pollo
- Smash Burger Tacos
Burritos
- Texas Burrito - A fan favorite
- California Burrito - Grilled chicken or steak
- Burrito Mexicana
- Cactus Grilled Burrito - grilled steak or chicken
- Burrito ranchero
Seafood Specialties
- Seafood Chimichanga - shrimp, crab, and grilled fish
- Seafood Enchiladas - shrimp, crab, and fish
- Crab Enchiladas - crab meat
- Gulf Fish Tacos
- Boom-Boom Shrimp Tacos
- Lobster Street Tacos
- Shrimp Diablo
- Shrimp & Grits
- Seafood Quesadilla
Salads
- Taco Salad
- Fajita Salad
- Cactus Grilled Chicken Salad
- Boom-Boom Shrimp Salad
- Caldo De Camaron soup
- Caldo De Pollo Soup
Kids Menu
- Chicken or beef taco with choice of two sides
- Cheese, Chicken or beef enchilada with choice of two sides
- Kids quesadilla stuffed with cheese and chicken or ground beef with choice of two sides
- Mini burrito with beef or shredded chicken and choice of two sides
- Cactus Fingers - Chicken fingers with fries
- Mini nachos
Gluten-Free - Lots of Gluten Free options
Vegan - Salads, veggie fajitas
Vegetarian - Veggie fajitas, spinach and mushroom quesadilla, cactus veggie burrito, and spinach enchiladas
Signature Cocktails - Cactus Margarita, Knockout Margarita, Skinny Margarita, Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita, Rainbow Margarita, Margarona, Mexican Mule, Twisted Margarita, Coconut Margarita, Strawberry Basil Margarita, Watermelon Basil Margarita, Dill-a-Rita, Pineapple Cilantro Margarita, and Mojito
Cactus Cantina has a variety of tequilas to choose from. They also have domestic and imported beers.
Why you will love Cactus Cantina
- Famous Cactus Grits available as a side with any entree,
- Large portions at great prices
- Seafood options including shrimp, crab, and gulf fish i
- Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos are a standout
- Chips and salsa served fresh and crispy
- Knockout Margaritas and creative seasonal cocktail specials
- Tuesday margarita specials and happy hour deals
- Full-service bar with TVs great for watching sports
- Outdoor patio dining available
- Family-friendly atmosphere with a dedicated kids menu
- Multiple Orange Beach locations convenient for wherever you are staying
Things to know when planning a visit to Cactus Cantina
Orange Beach - Cactis Cantina Perdido Beach Blvd - 25311 Perdido Beach Blvd
Orange Beach - Cactus Cantina Canal Road - 25908 Canal Rd Suite A
Gulf Shores - 3849 Gulf Shores Pkwy Suite 1 and 2
There are also Cactus Cantina locations in Foley and Fairhope, Alabama along with Pensacola Airport and Downtown Pensacola, Florida
Hours - 11 am - 9 pm
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is accessible parking near the entrance to the restaurant.
Plus Size Seating - The chairs do not have arms on them and were pretty comfortable
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - Outdoor pet-friendly dining at both Orange Beach locations. Pets must be on a leash.
Parking - Each of the Cactus Cantina locations is in a shopping complex, so there is a great parking lot.
Orange Beach Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Deep South Cake Company Orange Beach - Locally owned bakery making the most amazing caramel cake, cupcakes, and Southern sweet treats. A perfect dessert stop after dinner at Cactus Cantina.
Cafe Beignet Orange Beach - Fresh-made beignets to order, just like New Orleans, right in Orange Beach. A great sweet treat before or after your visit.
Del's Ice Cream Orange Beach - Hand-scooped ice cream with over 20 rotating flavors including seasonal specialties and dairy-free sorbets. A great dessert stop nearby.
Old Salt Tavern - A newer neighborhood restaurant and bar on Perdido Beach Boulevard serving made-from-scratch food, cold drinks, nachos, wings, po-boys, burgers, shrimp and grits, and happy hour. Open Wednesday through Sunday.
Kayden's Candy Factory and Ice Cream - Ice cream cones, sundaes, banana splits, gourmet chocolates, and truffles nearby in Orange Beach.
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Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Lodging
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