El Cactus Mexican Grill
| Address: | 200 W Main St, Olney, IL 62450, USA |
| Phone: | +1 618-395-7000 |
| Rating: | 4.2 |
| Working: | 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–9PM |
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Chris Norris
My family of 6 (including 4 grown children and 2 pugs) were on a family vacation in a rented motorhome heading west towards Colorado and South Dakota, from Pennsylvania in July of 2013. We were going through Illinois, doing some genealogical research, and were looking for a place to eat lunch. Olney was the closest town to where we were, so we headed there. We drove up and down main street, and our oldest daughter used the internet to find El Cactus. We were pleased to be able to sit on the patio, along with our pugs. The service was wonderful (to the point that they brought a bowl of ice water for our pups). The food was great, although I probably ate way too many chips and salsa. I couldnt stop, the chips were so fresh and light and crisp. The main food was great, and we had (at least one) pitcher of Margaritas. Since I was driving, I had to limit myself, but they were quite refreshing. When we got the bill (which would have been reasonable by nearly anyones standard), we found they had given us one meal free. When we asked, they told us that our bill was too high. This was the second day of a 10 day trip, and even now, 8 months later, I still recall the friendly staff, the wonderful food and the incredible deal. We spent usually about twice that much everywhere else we ate. I wish I lived closer. I enjoy Mexican food, although I am no expert. It was prepared and served by a staff who were clearly at least of Mexican descent, if not first generation Americans themselves, and their knowledge of and pride in their product was quite evident. I would give them more than 5 stars, but that is all that is allowed. Best food, especially for the price, of the entire trip. Kudos to the staff, and again, a heartfelt thank-you for the great meal and the priceless memories.
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Brian P
Chips were store bought and a little stale. Queso was runny and tasteless. Salsa was okay. Food was on the high end of mediocre. However, sitting at the table for 20 minutes trying to get the attention of anyone who worked there so we could get to go boxes and the check was the killer. We are Rancherito fans, but we decided to give Cactus a chance. Wont ever be going back.
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A Private User
Delicious. Es la mejor que el Rancherito. I eat there at least once a week. Quiero unas enchiladas de queso y de pollo, ahora!
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Candace Spivey
This has to be the worst Mexican restaurant I have ever eaten at. They mess up every order. Twice I have been served raw meat. Three times I was served food with hair in it. When I asked if they would correct it, they were very ride about it. I will starve before I eat there again.
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Agnes & Dora Tara Eveland
This place blows the other out of the water that is in town! Ive even been to south beach miami where there is "authentic" mexican food and el cactus is even better then that! very good! very very very good! must go and try the fish tacos for sure!
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Rachel Rhody
Service was kind of slow and they were confused...we only had 7 people, but the tickets were pretty mixed up and I never got the guacamole I ordered. The food was just okay.
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Christopher Hess
For most ppl this is probably good. Im from South Texas though... The salsa was basically pureed tomato, the refried beans were obviously canned.
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Rosa Torres
Muy rico, y un lugar agradable, el personal excelente
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Alyssa Sutton
Great service! We had a party of 7, very fast and friendly service. Food and drinks were amazing! Thank you for putting up with us!
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Bronson Shehorn
Delicious Mexican food with amazing staff and outstanding prices. Service has always been incredibly fast.
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Mandy Cobb
The service and food is outstanding! Very authentic Mexican food! I will definitely go back!
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Donald Hawkins
My favorite Mexican restaurant in this area try the Margaritas flautas and molcajetes
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Chris Dunahee
Great margaritas! Good is good. Reasonably priced. Love coming here when Im in town!
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Andrew Mays
Ive been going there since they opened and Ive never left unsatisfied .
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Lyndsey B
The food is cheap, and always delicious. Their staff is very friendly.
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Ellen Millman
Their food is SOOO good!!! Friendly staff and great prices!
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Justin Miller
Paella!!!!
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Billy Reese
Terrible food and awful service. Barely spoke English
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Kerry Holtz
The best BEST place in Olney to eat Mexican cuisine .
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Micheal Allen
Good food for a good price and the service is great
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Jenn Mason
The food is very good. The service is hit or miss.
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Nathaniel King
Courteous family employees provide great service!
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Gary York
Excelent Chicken On The Beach Excelent service
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free Money
Pretty nice indeed it has a lot of variety
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Brian Shumate
Food was excellent, service was friendly
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Savage queens
I love this place could eat it everyday.
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Steven Mears
Fantastic!!! Will definitely be back !!
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brooke mcdowell
Quick friendly service and good eats
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Zack Slater
Great price good food quick service
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Kathy Hursta
Best Mexican place to eat in Olney
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Shelby Holder
Always good food and service.
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Tammy McCullough
Great vegetable chimmichanga!
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Lee Sloan
Great staff and great food!!
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Evelyn Moore
Always pretty fast service
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Chad Lenear
Good food and great price
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Zachary Holder
Pollo Loco is the best
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Shelley Brinkley
We love this place!!
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Sarah Bear
Always great food.
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Tina Lovell
Good margaritas
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Hope Sutter
Great sevice
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Rachel Winters
Good food
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Eddie Keck
Best food
