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    4.4 (56 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Gnocchi
    Allen W.

    My experience at Cactus Club Cafe was pretty incredible! When we got here it was roughly about 9:00 o'clock and the happy hour was just beginning. This is easily one of the major pluses about this restaraunt was the length happy hour menu. I ordered the crispy tofu bowl. It was honestly one of the best food items I've had in a long while. It was packed with various flavors and very fulfilling. I ordered a side of broccolini which didn't come out until after I was nearly finished with my food. My friends throughly enjoyed their food!

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    Ozlem K.

    This is a cozy fine dining restaurant at conveniently located at Shepoard Centre. It was goid service and delicious food. We have ordered carp&spinach dip with chips, brioche bun and butter as appetizer. They were great starters. As main dish we have ordered parmesan chicken, Thai curry and spaghetti prawn dish. For dessert creme Brule and lava cake. All the food was delicious and service was pretty good.

    Wagyu beef carpaccio
    Deanne M.

    Great place to have dinner and drinks. They have a variety of options so there's something for everyone. I really enjoyed the beef carpaccio and the waitress made an excellent recommendation with the ravioli. It was busy so I'd recommend making a reservation for weekend dinner.

    SALMON ABURI
    Lux P.

    Came out for a work lunch, and Cactus Club was the perfect place to go for some delicious food. I have been to other locations before but this was my first time at the Willowdale location. We were able to get seated fairly quickly, and the hostess/servers were very kind! Great service always stands out more than food, and we were very happy with our overall experience here! The food is always exceptional here and I never have complaints on how the food tastes. Cactus Club just knows how to make delicious food and I will always stand by that. We ordered a bunch of things to try including the: Salmon Sushi, Hot Chicken & Pickles, Citrus Calamari, Blackened Creole Chicken and Creme Brulee for dessert! Like I said before for my other Cactus Club location review I will always go back for the Blackened Creole Chicken! 9/10 Recommend!

    Outdoor patio vibes above yonge and Sheppard.
    Peter M.

    It's the Cactus Club... Another West Province bar using the same formula of chic bar, fusion foods, and the standard serving staff in tight black outfits. Unlike the other places, I do like Cactus Club. As I have been living in both great cities of Toronto and Vancouver, I've had the priviledge of experiencing the west coast effect. Like I said, of all the standard Earls, Moxie's, Milestones, Chop places and the like, Cactus Club Cafe stands out with their great drinks, delish foods, and each spot is designed to maximize the ambiance of where they are. I have to say, of all the CCC's I've been to, This location is really amazing. The modern look of bar area, the comfortable dining spaces, and the plush patio with roof slats that open... They went an extra mile for this place. So... If I liked it so much, why the 4 stars? Let me say that impressions given by whomever was our server part 2 was less than stellar. We were from a tight bar side seat to the patio area as our peeps will be going from 2 to 4 people. We were moved to near the end of the patio and comfortably seated. The server came up and we asked for the drinks menu and OMG... Attitude!!! She did not appreciate having people sent to her area that was already seated at another place. Lunch was had but we wanted more cocktails and she just fluttered off to talk to someone about it. Like WTF!?! I had the fortuitous luck that I met Giovan (possible spelling mistake) in the underground parking and elevator and had a quick chat about the various CCC's I've been to... and he was very pleasant. I ran into him again after our little kerfuffle with the server that didn't seem to have enough substance to handle mini crises in her life - however did not mention anything to him about it. Oh... BTW - he's one of the managers it turns out. He was more than happy to help up out and turn the whole experience around. Totally appreciated the extra mile that he went. The other server - totally left the scene and we ended up with a new person. What a breath of fresh air after such a toxic person with attitude issues. Total first impression of a 2 saved to a 4. My personal experience aside, this CCC is definitely worth the visit. Biz meetings, friends catch up, fam outing, and date nights approved. Cheers!

    BLACKENED CREOLE CHICKEN
    Julia C.

    CACTUS CLUB CAFE . . celebrated a friends birthday here and wow was it amazing. It was both of our first time at Cactus Club Cafe and we thoroughly enjoyed all the food. It was pretty busy on a weekday for lunch so I would recommend making a reservation ahead of time just in case. Our server made some great recommendations and was attentive most of the lunch service. We also got a free dessert at the end so that was a bonus! . . Truffle Parmesan Chicken 5/5 Blackened Creole Chicken 4/5 London Fog Crème Brûlée 4/5

    Truffle Parmesan Chicken
    Joyce F.

    Finally visited this spot with my partner after seeing its grand opening--we had been curious for a while and wanted to see if it lived up to the buzz. Truffle Parmesan Chicken - Surprisingly good, better than my expectation, $34.25 Cheddar Bacon Burger - Decent, but not particularly memorable given the $25.75 price tag Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bar - The highlight of our meal! Rich, indulgent, and clearly a fan favourite (lots of praise in online reviews too) While we originally hoped to try their coffee, we learned they don't offer coffee--but their extensive wine list makes up for it, and wine lovers will feel well taken care of. Interior, Seating: Great ambiance and atmosphere--stylish decor and music that enhances the experience Prices are on the higher side for some dishes compared to similar dishes elsewhere, but the space and vibe give it a distinct character Overall Value This isn't a place I would go to for everyday dining, but it's worth checking out for the vibe and unique menu. While not every dish I tried was standout, but I only been there once, the dessert was excellent and there's a lot more I'd like to try--like the Baja fish tacos, Szechuan lettuce wraps, scallop & prawn ceviche, and other small plates. Tips: Popular spot, especially during peak hours and weekends--reservations recommended unless you're going during quieter times Come during non-peak times for a more relaxed experience, and don't expect coffee--but explore the wine menu if that's your thing. Tried this place yet? Let me know what you ordered--or what you'd go back for next time!

    Gianna Y.

    Cactus club for me is like any of the other big name franchises with similar menus. It's better than many other places. Dishes are good. Variety of options for everyone's taste buds. You can find something for everyone. We came here for birthday celebrations and the place was packed. 2 hour seating limit. It's dark in there; so hard to read the menu for older clientele. LOL. Happy hour on weekends start at 10pm so the place kept getting busier as the nite went thru. Also free underground parking that can be validated. And after 6pm it's covered for the entire nite. Overall a good place to gather with friends. No complaints

    PRAWN CRUNCH
    Anna T.

    Food was good. Downtown location is better but for happy hour the selection was good. The ladies that served us were very nice. Would definitely go back to try different things cuz the service was good. It's a nice space. Lounge feeling. Calm and nice for end of day happy hour get togethers with colleagues and or friends to meet up.

    Steak frites
    Andrew L.

    Went for late dinner and took advantage of their happy hours meal which starts at 9pm. Appetizers are about $3-5 dollars cheaper than regular menu while main course is about $8-10 cheaper. My steak frites costed me $28.50 instead of $38 yet portion size looks the same. The place looks crowded when we arrived, with almost every table seated on a Wednesday evening. The Angus steak was cooked correctly to medium rare though it leans slightly on the chewy side and took a bit of effort to cut. The salad was forgettable while the fries was barely salted. It was pretty easy to get my parking validated.

    STEAK FRITES
    Marilyn T.

    . came mid day on a week day . not super busy? didnt take long to get seated but all the booths were full . servers checked on us occasionally . food was okay? steaks on the more overcooked side . also really enjoyed the cocktail options! . exactly what youd expect going to cactus club!

    Mohniesh H.

    Went to this bar recently with some close friends, and we had a nice time The servers were all sweet, though they kept switching ours for some reason lol - the last one we got was a little slow on checking in for extra orders or updates. Still, she was friendly! Loved the atmosphere here though - nice vibe, and the drinks were great. I tried this gin spritz something cocktail (can't remember the exact name), and it was delicious. Definitely a great spot for a date night! -Just one thing- if you want more privacy, let them know upfront. We got seated right in the middle, which isn't really my thing, but no big deal. Overall, really enjoyed it and would go back!

    Tonya D.

    I really enjoyed the happy hour menu, there was lots to choose from and the pricing was moderately priced. The service was somewhat slow for a Saturday evening. Now mind you there was a Shay's game happening but they lost so it cleared fast. The booth and restaurant seemed clean busy. Again happy hour starts at 10pm, there's lots to choose from. It's a good vibe with friends and guaranteed options for anyone.

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