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Cactus Tavern

Restaurant Bar American restaurant Pub Bar and grill Lounge Sports bar

👍👍 Great first experience. Staff were friendly, food was delish, good prices, too. Would definitely go back. People often mention good, Great, friendly, great, staff, service, love, wings, drinks, Good,


Address

2017 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85022

Website

cactustavern.com

Contact

(602) 996-1558

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (463 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 11 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 12 AM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 12 AM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 11 PM
  • Monday: 10 AM to 11 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (21) Great (20) friendly (13) great (12) staff (12) service (9) love (8) wings (6) drinks (6) Good (6)
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  • 5/5 Pamela O. 10 months ago on Google • 282 reviews
    Great first experience. Staff were friendly, food was delish, good prices, too. Would definitely go back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kyle (Top Local G. 6 months ago on Google • 306 reviews
    Killer food for super reasonable prices. Daily specials
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kim D. 4 months ago on Google • 17 reviews
    This is a very good place to have a cocktail and the food is really good ! We had the wings and I have to say they were so good ! My husband and I just moved here and we love the local vibe here bartenders very nice too ! The hamburgers are also the best ever. Anyway great safe clean place to hang out of and they have pool as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Allison I. 6 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Great local place to watch football. Had the sliders and they were very tasty. Also had the elote which was good. Limited menu but they seem to make what they offer very well. Staff is also very nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amy Y. 6 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    My husband and I have been going to the Cactus Tavern frequently after our daughters recommended it. It is a great neighborhood sports bar. The owner, Spence and his sister are friendly and the service is fast. The food is very good, the cocktails are very reasonably priced and we like the atmosphere. We just went last night to celebrate our anniversary! The menu has many choices but I especially love their bacon cheeseburger! My husband gets a different entree every time we go and never disappointed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Colin O. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent little dive/not dive bar. Best looking elotes I've ever seen. Lovely staff, good place at a good price. Happy to have stopped in.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Jeff B. 4 years ago on Google
    I normally would say I love this place but today I’m still waiting on food an hour later without even an apology - I still recommend this place; however, proceed with caution because either something has changed or it’s a very off day. Probably wouldn’t recommend taking a lunch break to eat here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ayanna A. 4 years ago on Google
    Fun with the locals
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Macias, D. 5 months ago on Google • 92 reviews
    It's been a while since I've come in. Still the same crowd, which there's nothing wrong with. Wish they kept the dart boards. Bartender was nice and attentive.

  • 5/5 zerofever p. 1 year ago on Google • 74 reviews
    Celebrating 🥳🥂 a special occasion and one of our favorite local bars is still open late on a week night! Banana cream pie shots & a cherry jello shot. I always call them "banana pudding shots" but you get the point. Definitely worth trying if you like banana flavor 🍌

  • 4/5 Megan M. 4 months ago on Google • 74 reviews
    My order was wrong... I ordered the onion strings or whatever they're called and I got fries. I was pretty sad cause I really wanted to try the onion things. Still 4 stars though cause damn it if this isn't one awesome French dip and super tasty Au Ju sauce so... I just want the onion things...

  • 5/5 bob s. 3 months ago on Google • 30 reviews New
    Was just trying to grab a quick drink after a long day working in the hospital 🏥, and this place was perfect! The drinks I got were good and not over poured and the food was actually very good. Will be coming back soon!

  • 5/5 TravelingTK78 4 years ago on Google
    Great staff, great prices, fun wait staff, and sporty low key vibes!

  • 5/5 Angelina K. 4 years ago on Google
    Best burgers and insanely great priced libations

  • 5/5 Andrew N. 4 years ago on Google
    Had a great meal . People are so friendly .

  • 3/5 island m. 4 years ago on Google
    Just another bar.

  • 3/5 LYNNE C. 4 years ago on Google
    Stopped in for a burger - 1000 island burger. Good tasting served with fries. All tables are tall with stools - uncomfortable seating. Food took way to long to be served. Okay for neighborhood fare.

  • 4/5 Sally G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great services. Food was fresh and flavorful. Great quality. Staff were nice.

  • 5/5 Lee W. 4 years ago on Google
    Always good

  • 5/5 Brent L. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food from a bar I've ever had. Not in just Arizona the country!!

  • 5/5 Russell R. 4 years ago on Google
    Felt comfortable was greeted by

  • 5/5 Fred K. 4 years ago on Google
    Best chicken tenders l have ever crossed my lips!

  • 5/5 Snoop B. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice people cheap drinks

  • 5/5 Lindsay B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great neighborhood place!! Great food!

  • 5/5 Aaron L. 2 years ago on Google
    Between the staff and the people that frequent this place it's actually amazing they're all very kind. The people that work there and the people that Go there are golden

  • 5/5 Best L. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and atmosphere just wish they let us play pool during covid!

  • 5/5 Jc B. 3 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite bars in Phoenix. Bartenders are always fantastic and drinks are on point. This bar is associated with Wrecked on the Reef in Rocky Point. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 conner v. 3 years ago on Google
    Fine location for Bar food. Great place to relax, people watch, eat good food or all the above. The staff was helpful and kind. The bill was reasonable I would say. Food is like a place in Baltimore I liked.

  • 5/5 Ant P. 2 years ago on Google
    My favorite place to eat right now. All the bartenders are fun and always a laugh. Food is amazing. Try the shrimp basket or dbl bacon cheeseburger.....omg or the chicken tacos.

  • 5/5 Erik E. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food and good drinks with a smile.

  • 5/5 Jim R. 2 years ago on Google
    Small but comfortable bar and cafe, good selection, very good prices, very friendly service!

  • 5/5 Ryan W. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place for some good food and drink! Prices are reasonable and people are social. Will be back!

  • 5/5 Latea S. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this spot. The staff is friendly and fast. The beverages are easy on the budget and made well. But the star of the show are the wings, they are crisp, well cooked and the sauces are great. We come here often!!

  • 5/5 Fred M. 4 years ago on Google
    I was heading to the Chinese food restaurant to pick up some supplies for a night of dodgers and chow mein. I saw the cactus tavern and I remembered I had this place in my "to go" list. Inside the vibe is chill and comfy. I had a pint and the wings... Delicious and crispy hot wings. The music choice was excellent. Staff was also super cool

  • 5/5 Chad D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Buffalo Wings. Small dive bar feel. Clean, quick and friendly service.

  • 5/5 David S. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect pool hall, grub and party place. I think Lady Gaga will be there soon. The staff is rockin; Chris, Morgan, Rick and all the others.........KEEP ON ROCKING IN THE FREE EORLD!!!!

  • 5/5 Robert R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great bar game. Amazing services. Great selection of drinks. Bar section was great. Staff were friendly.

  • 5/5 Jennifer B. 4 years ago on Google
    Suzie and Alex are 2 of the best bar tenders in AZ also the food is always so delicious! Can't get enough of the amazing wings!

  • 5/5 Darlene B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great bartender Susan. Thank you for your awesome service

  • 5/5 Bart B. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice neighborhood bar Kitchen closes at 10pm

  • 5/5 Dave W. 3 years ago on Google
    Everyone is kind and always helpful !!!!

  • 5/5 Matt J. 3 years ago on Google
    Morgan is the best bartender I've ever dealt with She needs a promotion rt now.

  • 4/5 Lateefah A. 4 years ago on Google
    Good service and food.

  • 5/5 Sarah G. 4 years ago on Google
    I've been here late, I've been here with up to 10 prople, I've been here by myself, and I've been here with multiple friends. I can say confidently: The food here is always very good no matter what you order, the time or day. They have a digital dart board and billiards, and the staff are always pretty friendly. It has become the new spot, Love it. ?

  • 4/5 Greg C. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is great. Good price and clean. Great music and friendly staff. I recommend. Have fun.

  • 5/5 Laina E. 4 years ago on Google
    I love going to this place! Exceptional customer service and friendliness...I love the staff.... fabulous food (very impressed) and I absolutely love the regulars as well! I was in the restaurant & bar industry for 22 years and know a bit, Cactus Tavern always a great experience! Exceeds expectations every time?

  • 5/5 Cheressa C. 5 years ago on Google
    Love this bar! The food (especially fish tacos) is way above dive bar quality. Its cozy and always polite service.

  • 4/5 Sheri-Lynn G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place for a couple rounds of pool or darts!

  • 5/5 Luke B. 4 years ago on Google
    Cool place to hangout. Great French dip.

  • 4/5 Louie C. 4 years ago on Google
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  • 5/5 Hilda P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Shrimp b AZ sketch and wings. Service was Awesome

  • 5/5 Chris R. 4 years ago on Google
    Low key with great prices

  • 5/5 Cecil J. 4 years ago on Google
    Still my favorite spot to chill... The food is great n the beer is cold!

  • 5/5 Scott S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place for service and selection!!

  • 5/5 brian h. 4 years ago on Google
    Always a good crowd

  • 5/5 Kathryn D. 4 years ago on Google
    The food here is amazing! Yes, it is bar food, and it is made to order and exactly what one wants from bar food. The bartenders and wait staff are incredible and friendly. Great place for a cold beer and yummy food!

  • 4/5 Gail R. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food and friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Ed S. 4 years ago on Google
    Local bar with really good food and friendly service

  • 5/5 C'andS n. 4 years ago on Google
    Comfy! We had a yummy appetizer, breaded, deep fried jalepeño pickle spears and our waitress, Suzie, was terrific!! They have a dart board and a pool table. It's dimly lit, which I love because it's cozy and romantic. They have a great special for every day of the week. We highly recommend a visit to Cactus Tavern!!

  • 5/5 Gordon E. 4 years ago on Google
    Good Place, Nice Food. I will recommend this to all of my friends. Best food in town.

  • 5/5 Chris K. 4 years ago on Google
    I like to stop in here for lunch when I'm craving a good burger. The bartenders are always friendly and the place looks clean. I occasionally stop by during the evening and the drinks are pretty good.

  • 5/5 Jenn F. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Best bar in Phoenix! Great food and my drink is ready when I walk in. I love everything about this bar!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Assistive hearing loop
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Counter service
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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