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Cactus Jacks (Middle Abbey St)




Cuisines: 
Mexican, Steak, Coeliac Menu, Cheap Eats, Girls Night Out, Tapas
Price Range:  €€€€€
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  As rated from 59 comments below
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(Average for a main course)
Average User Scores: Overall
Average Overall: 4.1 out of 5.

Score based on 59 User Reviews in the last 300 days.
Average User Scores: Atmosphere
Average Atmosphere: 4.1 out of 5.

Score based on 59 User Reviews in the last 300 days.
Average User Scores: Food
Average Food: 4.0 out of 5.

Score based on 59 User Reviews in the last 300 days.
Average User Scores: Service
Average Service: 3.9 out of 5.

Score based on 59 User Reviews in the last 300 days.
Average User Scores: Value
Average Value: 4.3 out of 5.

Score based on 59 User Reviews in the last 300 days.
Facilities:
Wheelchair Accessible Will cater for children Allocated smoking area Full Bar, Beer, Wine, Spirits Accept major credit cards Coeliac options available Veggie options available Will accept party bookings Member of Restaurant Association of Ireland
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  • Early Bird Specials
  • Early Bird Menu - 3 Courses €19.95 including a Glass of House Wine or a Soft Drink. Availability: Daily from 4-7pm and all day Sunday
  • Special Offers
  • All day Sunday Kids eat Free with 1 paying adult - under 12's only. Availability: Sundays
  • 3 Tapas for €10 or 1 Tapas and Main Course for €12.95. Availability: All week except Sunday from 12pm-4pm

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At Cactus jacks , we have simply set out to make a contemporary and appealing menu. "Our dishes are exotic, but uncomplicated. We are passionate about what we are attempting to achieve with our menu. We are appreciative of trends relating to health-consciousness and general ingredient quality and freshness. Chefs are creating lighter, healthier versions of traditional Mexican and European cookery with the emphasis on fun and fresh ingredients, sometimes "borrowing" ingredients from other cultures.
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LovestoEat
Joined Feb 08
26 Reviews
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LovestoEat (Guru)
credibility score - 66%
Credibility Score: 66%  
Visited: 30 Aug 2010 | Posted: 2 days ago
Three of us stopped here for the Early Bird Special. At 19.95 for 3 courses and a drink (either wine or a soft drink) it seemed like good value. The layout and decor of the restaurant is good, with good views onto the Millenium Walkway for people watching and lovely, rustic wooden tables. We weren't very adventurous with our starter as the three of us chose the Louisiana Hot Wings from a selection of 6. They were decent, average wings. A good size for a starter with about 7/8 each and a side dip of blue cheese to go with them. For mains, I had the fish & chips which wasn't wasn't very Mexican but was made up of 3 large cod goujons, a large portion of fries and a salad. It was absolutely fine. Another friend had the Latino Burger which he found very tasty, nice spice from the jalapenos and a good bowl of chips on the side. The best main of our choice was the fajitas which my sister had. A sizzling platter full of beef fillet & chicken pieces (she did better than a previous reviewer as there was a lot of beef & chicken) with peppers and onions. It came with soft tortilla wraps and a selection of 3 dips/spreads. The bite I had was very tasty and she was really happy with it. For dessert we were again unadventurous, but were stuffed at this stage and all chose the selection of icecreams. Standard vanilla, strawberry & chocolate. Overall, with the 3 glasses of wine we got we thought the Early Bird was good value & the service was excellent.
Betty Boop
Joined Feb 07
60 Reviews
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Betty Boop (Guru)
credibility score - 87%
Credibility Score: 87%  
Visited: 14 Aug 2010 | Posted: 2 Weeks ago
1st Visit and we were shown upstairs. (Much nicer atmosphere and lay out) in my opion but only us and 2 other tables. We opted to share the combo starter. O.K. but have had better. The potato skins badly needed salt (and I seldom if ever add salt at the table). Mr. Boop chose the Fajitas (mixed beef and chicken) but was hard pressed to find any beef. 3 tiny pieces and a few pieces of slightly bigger chicken. The whole dish was FULL of mixed peppers. So a bit of a disappointment (although the flavour quite nice if there had been more meat). My choice of the Latino Burger sound mouth watering on the menu, but again a little disappointing for the money. Have had far nicer and again beef in need of salt. Was an alright meal, but won't be rushing back again any time soon as much better options elsewhere.
curlyann
Joined Aug 07
30 Reviews
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curlyann (Guru)
credibility score - 77%
Credibility Score: 77%  
Visited: 12 Aug 2010 | Posted: 2 Weeks ago
Myself and my husband ate here on Thursday afternoon at an odd time of around 3pm. We were the ony ones in the restaurant. It's a lovely looking place and the staff were very nice too. The food arrived very quickly but that was perfect for us and to be expected as we were the only customers. I had the meatballs and my husband had the patata brava for starters. Both excellent dishes. We went for the mexican options (from a big varied menu), me for enchilada and him for Burrito. I expected beef in mine but it was more steak. Still it was tender and tasty and I had all the trimmings ! With a coffee, 1 coke and 2 beers it was great value at €44. Although I have to add the coffee was not good at all. Would like to return and try other food on the menu, lovely location too.
shinnyoconnell
Joined Dec 06
15 Reviews
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shinnyoconnell (Connoisseur)
credibility score - 60%
Credibility Score: 60%  
Visited: 31 Jul 2010 | Posted: 2 Weeks ago
Came to this restaurant with my sister on a Saturday for the 3 course early bird menu. It was great value and had a good variety of choice for an early bird menu. The atmosphere was lovely and the service was prompt. For my starter I had the Homemade Guacamole which had a lovely zingy taste to it. For my mains Chicken Fajitas which were just right and the dessert was Tequila And Lime Cheesecake which was different but tasty. All in all a good experience.
karenstar
Joined Aug 10
18 Reviews
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karenstar (Connoisseur)
credibility score - 40%
Credibility Score: 40%  
Visited: 15 Jul 2010 | Posted: 2 Weeks ago
Absolutely GREAT food here. Never had a problem with anything or any of the staff. It has reasonable prices on their foods but well worth it! Highly recomended.
Teresa
Joined May 07
16 Reviews
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Teresa (Connoisseur)
credibility score - 57%
Credibility Score: 57%  
Visited: 31 Jul 2010 | Posted: 3 Weeks ago
Great food, good service, will definitely go back
dara
Joined Sep 07
7 Reviews
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dara (Foodie)
credibility score - 47%
Credibility Score: 47%  
Visited: 01 Jun 2010 | Posted: last month
Good food and helpful service - and I'm a coeliac vegetarian so I'm an awkward customer. Starters were very big and tasty - could really eat my main dish and boyfriend was the same. Generally nice place with friendly staff - is a little pricey though
Paul.B
Joined Feb 10
5 Reviews
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Paul.B (Newbie)
credibility score - 29%
Credibility Score: 29%  
Visited: 18 Jul 2010 | Posted: last month
Came here last Sunday evening after reading the reviews on here. ill keep it simple but to the point. Yeah the waiting staff are kinda useless. he forgot my Diet Coke and one of teh side orders. However once we reminded him it was quick and with a smile. the food is the reason you come here, and its the reason ill return. Good food, cheap as chips, and you leave feeling full and satisified. Speed the staff up if they forget your food and dont TIP if your unhappy with them.. but enjoy the food!
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Average User Scores: Overall
Average Overall: 4.1 out of 5.

Score based on 59 User Reviews in the last 300 days.
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Tapas Starters (5 of 40 items)
Basket Of Freshly Baked Breads€1.95
Garlic Bread€1.95
Garlic Bread With Cheese€2.50
Marinated Olives€3.50
Selection Of Meats€9.95
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House Specialities To Share (5 of 6 items)
Paella€14.95
Seafood 
Meat 
Vegetables 
Mixed 
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House Specialities (5 of 9 items)
Supreme Of Cajun Chicken€14.95
Chicken And Tomato Cassoulet€14.95
Chilli Con Carne€14.95
Enchilada (V)€14.95
Burritos (V)€14.95
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Grill (5 of 6 items)
10Oz Sirloin€19.95
12Oz Sirloin€22.95
16Oz Sirloin€25.95
All Of Our Steaks Are 100% Prime Certified Fully Traceable Irish Beef And Are All Served With Sautéed Mushrooms And Onions And A Choice Of Either Brandy Pepper Sauce Or Creamy Garlic Sauce. A Choice Of Baby Potatoes Or Chips 
Reef And Beef€24.95
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Seafood (3 of 3 items)
Platillo Ceviche€19.95
Una Bola De Mejillones (Bowl Of Mussels)€9.95
Cajun Butter Basted Salmon€17.95
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Burgers (5 of 5 items)
The Big Jack€14.95
Meat Beast€12.95
Classico€12.95
Latino€12.95
Pollo€12.95
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Sides (5 of 18 items)
French Fries€2.95
New Potatoes€2.95
Spanish Rice€2.95
Side Salad€2.95
Fried Onions€1.95
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Kiddies Corner (5 of 5 items)
The Idea Is That You Choose One Item From Each Of The Categories Below! That Way You Get To Decide What You Want To Eat. Just Remember To Leave Some Room For Ice-Cream! (Included)€6.95
Corner One 
Corner Two 
Corner Three 
Corner Four 
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Desserts (5 of 6 items)
Tequila And Lime Cheesecake€4.95
Chocolate Fudge Truffle Pie€4.95
Banoffee Pie.€5.95
Profiterole’S€4.95
Fruit Crumble€4.95
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