Review on Cactus Jacks

Cactus Jacks is a very popular Mexican restaurant located in Galway with a further branch in Dublin. The kitchen offers an extensive menu with a range of cuisine that includes authentic Mexican dishes, succulent steaks and a new tapas menu. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly with an excellent early bird menu offering great value.

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Cuisine

Mexican / Steak / Tapas

Restaurant Opening Times

Dinner: 5.00pm until late Mon-Sat (4.00pm - late Sun)

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Facilities at Cactus Jacks

  • Childrens menu
  • Family Friendly

Address

Cactus Jacks
Court House Lane
Quay Street
Galway
County Galway

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Cactus Jacks Sample Menu

SAMPLE A LA CARTE MENU

TAPAS

FRESH BAKED BREADS €1.95

FLAT BREAD (V) €2.95
Chargrilled, rosemary & garlic oil,
sweet & spicy basil pesto and
hummus dips.

ACEITUNAS (V) €3.50
Mixed olives and crispy
chilli croutons.

FLUATAS €4.95
Fried flour tortilla filled with
beef chilli and cheese.

MONTADITOS TOSTADO (V)
Mexican style bruschettas
Refried bean & monterey jack €3.95
Sundried tomato, basil & mozzarella €3.95
Hummus & jalapeño €3.95
Smoked salmon, cream cheese & chives €4.95

NACHOS DE QUESO (V) €4.95
Tortilla chips, cheese, guacamole,
salsa, jalapeños & sour cream.

CHILLI CHEESE NACHOS (C) €4.95
House beef chilli, tortilla chips
& sour cream.

BOCADO CRUJIENTES DE QUESO (V) €4.95
Fried brie & sweet red onion chilli jam.

PINCHO DE POLLO (C) €4.95
Marinated chicken skewers chargrilled,
sweet & spicy basil pesto

PINCHO DE CARNE €5.95
Beef fillet skewers chargrilled
with a brandy peppercorn sauce

PINCHO DE PESCADO (C) €5.95
Tiger prawn & squid skewers chargrilled,
garlic, chilli & lime butter.

CROQUETAS DE PESCADO €5.95
Smoked fish cake, spring onion
dill, spiced tartare sauce

SMOKED SALMON DELIGHTS €5.95
Fried balls of smoked salmon, cream
cheese, herbs & garlic aioli

CALAMARES RABAS €4.95
Tender fried squid rings,garlic aioli & lemon.

ALBONDIGAS (C) €4.95
Herb & garlic pork meatballs in a spicy
tomato sauce, melted cheese

BOCADO DE POLLO €5.95
Southern fried chicken strips,garlic
mayo & bbq dips

BBQ BUFFALO WINGS (C) €5.95
Crisp fried chicken wings in bbq sauce &
blue cheese mayo dip.

SPICY BUFFALO WINGS (C) €5.95
Crisp fried chicken wings in Louisiana
sauce & blue cheese mayo dip.

PORK BELLY RIBS (C) €5.95
Sticky honey chipotle BBQ sauce

CACTUS JACKETS (C) €4.95
Potato skins filled with chorizo
& cheese, sour cream.

FRIED RICE BALLS (V) €4.95
Herbs, Spanish rice, parmesan, mozzarella
Spicy pesto & marinara dips.

PATATAS (V) €3.95
Fried potato cubes

Garlic mayo
Spicy tomato bravas
Bacon & melted cheese
CAMOTE (V) €3.95
Fried sweet potato

Sweet chilli mayo
Spicy tomato bravas

ESPECIALIDADES DE LA CASA (HOUSE SPECIALITIES)

TACOS
Soft corn tortillas with various fillings

PESCADO (C) €9.95
Tempura battered hake, spicy pea
puree, crispy slaw & tartare.

CARNE (C) €9.95
Spiced ground beef, salsa
crispy slaw & sour cream

VEGGIE (V)(C) €9.95
Tempura battered courgette
salsa verde, toasted pumpkin seeds &
crispy slaw.

QUESADILLAS €12.95
Flour tortilla, chicken, avocado
chorizo, corn, tomatoes & cheese.

FAJITAS (V)
Chicken fillet, beef fillet or tiger prawns, fried
with peppers, onions & spices. Served with
flour tortillas & dips.

CHICKEN €15.95
BEEF €16.95
PRAWN €16.95
COMBO (Beef & chicken) €16.95
ENCHILADAS
Soft flour tortillas, cheese, onion,
peppers, salsa rojo & re-fried beans.

CHICKEN €14.95
BEEF €15.95
CHILLI BEEF BURRITO €12.95
Baked large flour tortilla filled with house
beef chilli and cheese, tomato salsa,
Spanish rice and sour cream.

CHIMICHANGAS (V)
Fried flour tortillas filled with cheese,
vegetables & your choice of meat. Served
with spanish rice & salsa.

CHICKEN €14.95
BEEF €15.95
PRAWN €15.95
PAELLA (C) €14.95
Calasparra rice, shellfish, chicken, chorizo,
peppers, corn, peas & tomatoes.

CHILLI CON CARNE (C) €12.95
House beef chilli with a hint of chocolate, rice
tortilla chips & sour cream.

CAJUN BUTTERED SALMON €16.95
With sautéed potatoes, sugar snaps
and cherry tomatoes

SUPREME OF CAJUN CHICKEN €16.95
Large chicken fillet in a Cajun marinade
roasted bell pepper, buttered roasted baby
potatoes, rice and salad garnish.Rich creamy
garlic sauce.

PLATTERS

OLIVE & BREADS PLATTER €12.95
Selection of bruschettas
breads dips and olives.

PESCADO PLATTER €18.95
Prawn & Squid skewers, Fried calamari,
smoked salmon bruschetta, smoked fish
cakes, smoked salmon balls and patatas
bravas.

CARNE PLATTER €18.95
Fillet steak skewers, Pork belly ribs, Southern
fried chicken, spicy buffalo wings and chilli-
cheese nachos.

MIXED PLATTER €19.95
Prawn & Squid skewers, fried
calamari, Chilli-cheese nachos,
Pork belly ribs, albondigas and
patatas bravas.

VEGETARIAN PLATTER (V) €16.95
Sweet potato fries, quesadillas,
fried brie, bruschettas, fried rice balls &
cheesy nachos.

MIXED FAJITA PLATTER €29.95
Chicken, beef fillet & tiger prawn fajita.
guacamole, salsa, blue cheese dips and
flour tortillas. (2 very hungry or 3/4 people
not so hungry)

LA PARRILLA (THE GRILL)

BURGERS

Our burgers are made from 100% prime Irish beef served in a large flour bun with dressed rockette, beef tomato, mayo and home cut chips.
Gluten-free Bun +€0.75
Go Naked (no buns) +€0.75
Extra toppings +€1.50

BEEF

THE AMERICANO €12.95
Crispy bacon, Monterey jack cheese,
pickle & BBQ sauce.

LATINO €12.95
Chorizo, red onion, jalapenos
Monterey jack cheese & BBQ sauce.

THE FULL IRISH €13.95
Clonakilty black pudding, crispy bacon, fried
egg, carmelised onions & spicy relish.

THE FRENCHEY €12.95
Brie cheese, chilli jam and red onion.

ITALIAN STALLION €13.95
Crispy parma ham, mozzarella
& basil pesto mayo.

THE LOST MEXICAN €13.95
Pimentos, jalapenos, Monterey
jack cheese & guacamole.

POLLO

CLUB POLLO €12.95
Crispy coated chicken breast,
smokey bacon, caramelised onions & relish.

POLLO DE LA CASA €12.95
Plain chicken breast, chorizo,
avocado, feta cheese & red onion.

CORDERO

THE BIG GREEK €13.95
Cumin spiced Lamb burger, feta, pickle &
sun-blushed tomatoes.

THE MOROCCAN €12.95
Cumin spiced Lamb burger, hummus,
cucumber & mint riata.

FISH BURGER €9.95
Crispy battered fillet of fish with
spicy pea and tartare sauce. Homecut chips.

FALAFEL BURGER (V) €10.95
Homemade spiced chickpea burger,
hummus & jalapeno relish.

STEAKS

All our beef is 100% prime Irish. Dry aged for 21 days for extra tenderness. Certified & fully traceable.

8 OZ SIRLOIN €18.95

10 OZ SIRLOIN €22.95

12 OZ SIRLOIN €24.50

Steaks are served with sauteed onions & mushrooms, choice of fries or potatoes & a choice of pepper or garlic sauce

SALADS

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD €9.95
Baby gem, crispy bacon, cajun chicken,
croutons and our caesar dressing.

CAESAR CON PESCADO €10.95
Baby gem, crispy bacon, crumbed fillet
of fish, croutons and caesar dressing.

ENSALADA CON PAPAS (V) €8.95
Tomato, red onion, cucumber, new
potato, rockette and a creamy vinaigrette.

MEXICAN STREET SALAD (V) €8.95
Sweetcorn, beans, red onion, peppers,
tomatoes cucumber, ice-berg lettuce,
cilantro and a spicy citrus vinaigrette

SIDES

SWEET POTATO FRIES (V) €3.95
With cayenne pepper, paprika & garlic.

ROASTED BABY POTATOES (V) €3.95
With rosemary & garlic

RE-FRIED BEANS (V) €3.95

MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLES (V) €2.95
Roasted in balsamic vinegar.

SAUTÉED MUSHROOMS (V) €1.95

SAUTÉED ONIONS (V) €1.95

TORTILLAS
Soft Flour Tortilla x 3 €1.95
Gluten-free Tortilla x 3 €2.95

DESSERT

TEQUILA & LIME CHEESECAKE €4.95
Mango coulis & fresh cream

BANOFFEE PIE €5.95
Toffee biscuit, banana & fresh cream

HOMEMADE BROWNIE €5.95

CHOCOLATE FUDGE TRUFFLE PIE €5.95
Vanilla ice cream & chocolate sauce

APPLE & BERRY TART €4.95
With crème anglaise

STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING €4.95

Restaurant menus often vary from day to day, so the above should be treated as examples of what to expect in terms of cuisine and price.

Cactus Jacks Christmas Menu

Restaurant menus often vary from day to day, so the above should be treated as examples of what to expect in terms of cuisine and price.

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