We’re not authentic. We’re uniquely Cactus. Since 1990, Cactus has been a Seattle favorite for bold Southwestern and Mexican-inspired food, hand-crafted cocktails, and seasonal menus. Join us on Alki Beach for lunch, dinner, happy hour, or weekend brunch in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Cactus has twice been named a Seattle Times Top 10 Restaurant of the Year, voted Best Mexican Restaurant by 425 Magazine readers for 15 years in a row, and named Best Mexican Restaurant in KING 5 Evening Magazine’s 2025 Best of Western Washington.
Taco Recommendations
Baja Fish – Crispy Pacific rockfish, coriander–pasilla slaw, pico de gallo, buttermilk crema.
Salsa Macha Chicken Tacos – Crispy ancho-marinated Draper Valley chicken, salsa macha agave glaze, serrano slaw, smoked Fresno aioli, chipotle bacon, guacamole, red onion escabeche, cilantro.
Smoked Brisket Tacos – Applewood-smoked brisket, cascabel salsa, Monterey Jack cheese, red onion escabeche, cilantro.
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