Fat Cactus Café

47 Durban Road
Mowbray
Cape Town
South Africa

(021) 685-1920  /   021 686 5468

47 Durban Road, Mowbray, Cape Town, South Africa
CLOSED NOW!   Open again tomorrow 11:00 - 0:00
Category: Restaurants

Reviews

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    ShinyBriony
    10 MAY 2018

    The Fat Cactus in Mowbray is a Cape Town institution. Situated on busy Durban road it's slightly grungy (but in the good, 'we've been around the block' way), crowded and bustling. The staff are...

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    235elaine
    10 APR 2018

    About 12 of us recently went to celebrate and catch up at FC. Service outside is really slow - and the tables needed a good clean. We ordered 2 large platters. Food was really below par, tasteless...

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    Lorelieellis
    4 APR 2018

    There was nothing outrageously different from this mexican place to the next. My boyfriend enjoyed it a lot more than I did. I ordered a burrito and did not eat it all. The boyfriend had Fajitas...

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    NeilLMaun_Botswana
    3 MAR 2018

    This was our first visit and we will for sure go back. The food was awesome, the service was prompt friendly and efficient and the prices were reasonable.

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    John H
    8 JAN 2018

    As always, the Fat Cactus in Mowbray is a step ahead of all other Mexican style restaurants. Friendly, with it's unmistakable and authentic vibe, it's always a pleasure, because you know what to...

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    chantipelser
    18 NOV 2017

    Coming off the N2 Cpt at Liesbeeck drive and you are surprised to find the hot spot just around the corner. In the hub of a seemingly student neighborhood this place is surely an all-time favorite...

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    iamkimwild
    9 NOV 2017

    A crew of us arrived, delicious jugs of margaritas were ordered, the colored iced beverage did not disappoint. This was not our first visit nor would it be our last...predominantly a vegan group, it...

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    Trevor D
    14 OCT 2017

    Everytime I come to the fat cactus I have an awsome time. We had a combo platter and boy was it good. Everything was freshly prepared. .....love the chilli poppers. Will definitely recommend this...

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    lindanic2015
    13 SEP 2017

    I have no idea who my waitress was, but i can tell you she was awesome. Like absolutely AWESOME. The area outside had these heaters to ensurs the patrons outside are not cold. Additionally they have...

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    Kamesh F
    23 AUG 2017

    Hottest and heartiest chili bean soup and soft cheesy tortillas. Unforgettable strawberry daiquiris...consistently wonderful hospitality and memorable food! Excellent experience all round...one of...

Classification

Southern Suburbs, Cape Town, Cape Metropole, Western Cape, South Africa

Business Hours

Monday to Sunday
11:00 - 00:00
Public Holidays
Closed

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