Cactus Ya Ya

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Love love love this place still being from the area this was always a go to for me with all my besties. I have 6! lol Yesterday 3/15/26 I came in for dinner and to have my Favorite Margarita! Nuclear Marg! It's the best one in my opinion. What a wonderful time. The food is literally so good and I am a fan of Tex- Mex!!!!!! Great food Great Staff Oh and I love the old school bathtub with all the liquor!!!! Let's go Yaya's! Killing the game still over 10 years later!!!!!!! This place is a must if you go to Vancouver Wa!!!! read more

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Joshua L.

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Always worth the trip from SE Pdx Its like a 90's time capsule! Great double date space, happy hour can get loud. Lots of vegetarian options. Be sure and ask The black eyed peas bean dip is a fan favorite (Contains meat). read more

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Meh. Service was wonderful, but food was average. Chips were broken, cold, slightly stale and definitely out of a bag. Salsas, Sauces and salad dressing were tasty and unique. I can't speak for anyone else at my table but I ordered 1 fish taco with rice and bean, all items were room temperature, literally almost cold the rice was actually clumped together. The hard taco shell was not the crispy fried corn tortilla I expected but more like a cheaper version of a Taco Bell shell that was tasteless and slightly stale. With the exception of the taco shell I could tell the food would have tasted good if it was at hot. This restaurant definitely has a lot of potential but with the high cost of eating out, I'll be spending my hard earned money elsewhere. read more

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Mary B.

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Went to dinner here tonight, there were four of us. We ordered drinks and enchiladas, as well as fish tacos and steak tacos. The food was delicious, the drinks were well poured and our waitress, Renee was fantastic! Renee was very attentive and kept our drinks full, checked on our food and was very personable. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Jason O.

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Cactus has one of the best happy hours around! I've been going here for years and it's overall great, the staff is friendly and the place is fun. Definitely try the chicken ya ya rolls they are awesome & the peanut dip puts them over the top, the meat skewers are also great I get a chicken & a beef and then I'm full. The drinks are not expensive compared to most places. Go try their happy hour you won't be disappointed read more

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Michael M.

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As a party of 6, two were children we waited over an hour to be seated. If you don't have seating for six tell me so I can decide whether to stay or leave. I will never bother stopping here again. The food was just OK. read more

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Lynne S.

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I always order the chicken YaYa Roll. It's a must! Comes with the most delicious peanut sauce. Also the chicken skewers are big and tender, served with peanut sauce. You will receive immediately chips and salsa and a bean dip at no charge! Love this place! read more

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Dee C.

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Stopped in after picking our youngest son up from the airport. He lives in Hawaii and likes to eat Mexican food when he comes to the mainland. We are from San Diego and when I usually pick him up there I have a burrito in hand when he arrives. Being in Vancouver and it was late this was what we could find open that wasn't fast food. He was quite happy. read more

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Carol G.

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One of our favorite places. Strong pours. Amazing ya ya rolls! Warms chips with refills and delish salsas.

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Nicky H.

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Amazing service by Ashley, great food and the place is clean. We will definitely be back and highly recommend.

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Eric A.

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Ordered the skewer platter. I like it better than the fajitas because there are way less onions and bell peppers. It came with some... peanut sauce. I don't think it was a mole as much as a... savory jam? Tasted fine but probably one of those moments in a reality TV cooking competition when the judges advice the contestant not to add superfluous things to the dish. I got three skewers: 1 shrimp, 1 chicken, and 1 beef. I found them all to be really tasty. The cook on them had a good sear. Not dry nor chewy. I enjoyed the sides of rice and beans as well AND I especially enjoyed the free chips and salsa for the table. The chips are on the thicker side. The salsa is about as mild as you could make it. Some other items on the menu didn't seem to be a big hit for the company I dined with. The burrito in particular was a miss. The sauce fell a little flat. I think it was enchilada sauce on the burrito cause it wasn't really any distinguishable type of salsa. The ambience is a little dark. Teetering on the side of "what are they trying to hide" as opposed to atmospheric. It's a great place to come for tex-mex! read more

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sindy s.

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The serving staff is very friendly and accommodating. They make good suggestions and adjustments when people have dietary restrictions. The menu is varied and it is pretty easy to find something one can eat when they are restricted on dairy and gluten. The atmosphere is nice and the prices are reasonable. read more

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Ella B.

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The chips where very well seasoned i enjoyed the salsa not to spicy not to bland. I ordered the nachos it was very enjoyable. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly. The service was excellent. The ambience wasn't that good honestly i didn't like the lighting or outdated decor. read more

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Patty B.

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2 years ago

First time to Cactus Yaya. I'm giving this place a 3 ONLY because our waitress was so kind, attentive and friendly. The place was uniquely decorated, definitely gave you some conversation. A few good things, my Chimichanga with shredded beef was delicious, my husband enjoyed the chips and salsa. His chili replenished was also fair. We're both Hispanic and we know only homemade is best, but the food was ok. Everyone I will say has their own palettes and favorite places, and so I would say, give them a try and see what you think. A friendly atmosphere for sure. read more

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Amanda M.

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I came back here again for their Baja fish tacos and their steak tacos. It's definitely my favorite spot for Baja fish tacos. The fish is crispy and light, good portion size of fish. Good toppings with the crema, pico de gallo and lemon. The steak taco is good too. Good amount of steak and thinly sliced. It came with guac, sour cream and pico. The Mexican rice was a bit on the dry side for me. Beans were decent. We also got some chips and salsa, it came with warm chips, a tomato salsa and a bean salsa. The tomato salsa had a slight spice to it and the bean salsa used black eyed peas which was delicious. What I love about this place is that I have only ever had to go here and the fish tacos are still crispy and not soggy by the time I eat it. read more

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Roni S.

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Decided to dine in here for the first time and it was delectable :p The ambience was dark and mysterious once we walked in; so we asked to dine in outside and it was awesome. They had a nice fireplace & every table has a little umbrella :,) It was adorable! I ordered the Shanghai burrito which is a vegetarian option but I asked to add chicken and it was soooo good! The rice and beans were awesome as well. I also ordered the mango smoothie and it was great! Such a refreshing drink. All in all, I had a great time here and will definitely come back! read more

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Darcey H.

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Don't get me wrong, if you like a sports bar/Mexican restaurant mashup this is definitely your place. However, not what I was in search for with my 78-year-old mother, her cousin, and his wife in tow. The atmosphere is very dimly lit so if you were over a certain age, you're going to need to pull out your Apple phone and switch on the flashlight to read the menu. The food offerings are fairly run-of-the-mill American-Mexican. You can get the usual combo platter of enchilada and taco. I didn't see that there was a signature dish so I went with a green chili enchilada and Carne Asada taco. They were both fairly flavorful. A little over sauced and cheesey. Service was attentive enough but not overly friendly. Given that I don't think we were their ideal customer since only two of us were having a single margarita they knew we would probably leave as soon as we were done eating. Overall nothing particularly wrong with the experience. Just not something I would go back for. read more

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Jerry D.

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Didn't like the first time I went here but came back for a second look and was very pleased to find a cool bar and good food, great service by friendly people who know their job. Ya Ya rolls, fish tacos, burritos, they are all above the standard HH slop I've endured around the Couve.. Try it and see if you agree.. read more

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Lydia J.

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Excellent service- amazing food & those delish margs! I comforted for happy hour and will say that I typically get the Philly- this was excellent however! Great suggestion :) read more

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Angie B.

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Service was great - food good - happy hour food- drinks are a bit too expensive. You have to bring people in- provide a couple happy hour drinks. read more

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Dan L.

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This place is awesome! Ashley and Mariah are two of the best servers I've ever had. Incredible happy hour. Great drinks. One of my favorite places in Vancouver! read more

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Chelsea K.

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Renae (or Rene I'm not too sure how she spells it) is absolutely wonderful. I've come here twice and each time I have been blessed enough to receive her service. She is kind, accommodating, funny and professional. Amazing waitress and So tentative. Also, best drinks in town. Thank you Renae and Cactus Yaya read more

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Julia K.

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We used to love coming to Cactus Yaya with friends but they moved away and we had not been in YEARS before tonight...imagine our complete delight to learn that it is still family-owned, the food & drinks are still just as amazing as we remembered, and the service was spectacular - thank you, Ashley!!! We shared our old classic favorites (halibut fish tacos & steak salad) - which were quite possibly even better than we recalled - and the best (Nuclear) margaritas we have had in ages! We were also reminded how much we loved the chips & salsa and black-eyed pea dip - the whole experience brought us back 15+ years in the best possible way. All in all, Cactus YaYa is a rare gem and we can't wait to come back soon! read more

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K Z.

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2 years ago

DONE GOING HERE. Firstly the older blonde lady (maybe the manager), does not like to serve anyone except the bar regulars. She ignores the heck out of you, but constantly helps and chit chats to the bar flies. It's very irritating, with the long waits for a drink while she gushes over the old men. Also it's always been friendly girl waitresses, but lately the people serving have been really rude and short. What happened to this place?! Secondly, the food quality has gone down hill, the portions have become much smaller, but the prices have consistently gone up. Too many cool new restaurants trying to gain customers with reasonable prices and appropriate portions in Vancouver these days to go back to old cactus. read more

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Prima B.

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4 years ago

Glad that I tried this place for the first time. It was a busy Friday night and the place was packed. The menu accommodates vegetarians. Great selections of food from light to heavy portions. It was a busy night so food took a little longer to come out. It can also be loud so be prepared to talk louder. Parking can be a huge challenge so allow plenty of time. I'm very pleased with my experience although I'll try coming here on not so busy days next time. Definitely coming back! read more

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Diane R.

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This was our first time going to cactus Yaya and I must say we were very disappointed. We each had steak fajitas and the meat was so tough. We couldn't eat it. The best thing on our plate were the beans. Needless to say we won't be going back. read more

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Lindsey B.

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2 years ago

Hands down my favorite restaurant in the Couve! The servers are fantastic, every single gal is amazing! The owner is hands on, kind and keeps things consistent. They have an eclectiv menu but I love that. Also their margaritas are amazing!! read more

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Bryan K.

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I can't believe I never knew about Cactus Yaya. What a fantastic local neighborhood restaurant with excellent service and great food. I personally like the pastas but all the options are excellent and priced very fairly. One of the best secrets are that their Margaritas are $10.50 or so and extremely well made; pronounced strong. All in all if you've driven by and never stopped by this place, you are missing out! read more

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Paul S.

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2 years ago

Best Tex-Mex in the area. This NOT a true Mexican restaurant so don't expect it to be. Tried and true menu choices include Chicken Ya Ya Rolls, Halibut Fish Tacos(soft shell), Fish and Chips, fajitas, tortilla soup (though a little salty). Their salads are great, good cold beer and an excellent bar with a happening space inside and out with a great fun vibe. Best hard working owners and wait staff in the area. Some of the best complimentary chips and salsa and black-eyed pea dip (not refried beans) arrive seconds after you are seated. Has been our go to for 25 years. read more

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Terrance S.

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I came here some years back and all I could remember were the steak taco's. They were delicious and I can't understand what took me so long to come back. Well upon my return of course I ordered them again, and they were well worth the wait. The cut of steak used, the seasoning, the tortilla, and just the overall total package is special. It's a small spot but definitely worth the visit. I will be returning. Staff and customer service was also on point. read more

Cactus Ya Ya - These steak tacos are a true blessing and you won't want to miss them. - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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Lea G.

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5 years ago

My friend and I stopped in here to have a bite to eat before we went to a Christmas party. It took quite a while for a server to come over to us. They were very busy. The hostess brought us water chips and salsa pretty quickly. Also they're hot spicy bean dip. I like that! The chips were crunchy and the salsa was tasty. We ordered Yaya rolls. Mine was the steak and pepper jack cheese. My friend got the chicken peanut role. The rolls were filled pretty nicely with good ingredients. Mine came with sour cream and guacamole, both fresh and tasty. We each had a cocktail. The server was attentive, after she came to us, and took care of our table. We did have to get up and ask for the check because we had to leave. This is a local spot and is usually always busy. Hadn't been here in a while. Probably will return soon. read more

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P P.

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I'm sorry to say this because the restaurant is kinda cute and the server was very warm and kind, but the happy hour burger was the worst burger I have ever had in my life. It was like chewing on a half pound rubber tire and there was no salt or seasoning or flavor at all. I've had bottom shelf frozen discount patties that were better quality than this travesty. I could barely eat half before I gave up, and I didn't want to take home the rest (even though I hate wasting food) but I know the dogs wouldn't have eaten it. Please get better beef that doesn't have the texture of a yoga mat--until then, it's more like Cactus Na Na. :( read more

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Janine H.

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1 year ago

Excellent food, but the servers are what makes this place special. It makes for a great vibe.

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Rachel C.

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I've been coming to this restaurant for decades lol and I don't care if this makes me sound old! This is a neighborhood spot. If you're from Vancouver you know it's all about the yaya rolls! (The peanut chicken is where it's at!!!) On this particular trip, my mom and I made a point while she was vacationing back home to hit one of our favorite spots in the 'Couve! I wanted to try something I don't always have here So I tried the fish tacos with a side Cesar add bay shrimp and YUM! I have yet to have something here I don't love. I also recommend the tortilla soup which is so rich and flavorful on a dreary day. My mom loves their mashed potatoes! She wasn't that hungry but had enough room for some side taters! Haha Thanks Cactus yaya for being a consistently great place to enjoy a unique and delicious meal. read more

Cactus Ya Ya - Fish tacos with side Cesar add shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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Jacque C.

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I haven't eaten here in several years! I've moved so it was nice to revisit while visiting family. My brother used to work as a food prep person there - so, it has lots of memories and we frequently ate here. This visit I stopped in with my daughter who lives nearby. We stopped in for a quick meal before she had to work. She had some delicious soft tacos and I had the garlic mashed potatoes!! We dined on the patio because it was a pleasant evening. Our server was a young man that was very helpful and prompt in his service of the tables! I will be sure to stop back in while back in August!! Thanks Cactus YaYa for the great food and memories!! read more

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Shannon B.

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Ashley, our server, was absolutely amazing! She recommended the steak tacos, and they were phenomenal--great choice! The happy hour offerings are fantastic as well. We're excited to make this a regular spot! read more

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Arum A.

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Amazing atmosphere and sweet staff but y'all have to mix the McCormick packets better. I could smell it in my fajitas and basically see clumps of the Tex mex seasoning! read more

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Brandon B.

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My family and I ate here and wow! The service was fast and very friendly. I couldn't make up my mind on what I wanted and the waitress gave me her recommendation, (Baja fish tacos) and they were excellent! And I'm a southern Cali native! So, I didn't have much expectation to begin with. The drinks were great, the chips and salsa were very good. My family from out of state is excited to come back for more. read more

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Scott G.

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I've driven by Cactus Ya Ya for years and never stopped to eat there. Partly because of the name. I was reading the Columbian and they had a nice article on Cactus Ya Ya being in the Couve for 25 years. https://www.columbian.com/news/2019/mar/31/cactus-ya-ya-celebrates-its-silver-anniversary/ Any place that can stay in business for 25 years has to be worth a try. My wife and I dropped in for Happy Hour and really liked the place. I had the salmon taco and it was pretty good. I ordered a Cadillac (Nuclear) margarita and it was awesome. The wait person was excellent. So don't let the funky name keep you from eating here. It's definitely worth checking out. It's got a great Couve vibe. read more

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Diane Y.

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Delicious food - as always! Huge thank you to Ashley (our server) She was AWESOME! We really appreciated her! Kept our drinks filled and gave us great tips about the menu. Can't wait to go back!!! read more

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15704 SE Mill Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98684
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(360) 944-9292
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http://cactusyayarestaurant.com

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Hours

What time does Cactus Ya Ya open?

Cactus Ya Ya opens at 4:00 PM on Monday and Sunday.Cactus Ya Ya opens at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Cactus Ya Ya close?

Cactus Ya Ya closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Cactus Ya Ya closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Cactus Ya Ya closes at 9:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMTue-Thu 12:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cactus Ya Ya take credit cards?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cactus Ya Ya have catering options?

No, Cactus Ya Ya does not have catering options.

Does Cactus Ya Ya have a happy hour?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya has a happy hour.

Does Cactus Ya Ya serve alcohol?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Cactus Ya Ya allow dogs?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya allows dogs.

Does Cactus Ya Ya have TVs?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cactus Ya Ya have bike parking?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya has bike parking.

Does Cactus Ya Ya have outdoor seating?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya has outdoor seating options.

Does Cactus Ya Ya have parking?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Cactus Ya Ya wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya is wheelchair accessible.

Does Cactus Ya Ya allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Cactus Ya Ya allows outdoor smoking.

Does Cactus Ya Ya have free WiFi?

No, Cactus Ya Ya does not have free WiFi.

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Mexican/Southwestern themed restaurant that brings some of the finest ingredients into our delicious dishes! We have options for everyone from those wanting delicious Mexican style cuisine to someone just wanting a burger to someone wanting more vegetarian option than just a been burrito! We have a fun atmosphere for everyone! Whether your on a quick lunch, meeting friends to watch the game in the bar or having dinner with your family, we'd love to see you!

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4.5

(8 reviews)

1.4 mi

I love the ambiance--the painted mural on the ceiling, the huge ( changing color) moon ceiling…read morelight and the full tiki lounge vibe really set the mood. The drinks are fancy, and our server was nice. We tried the pizza rolls but I would not recommend them, they were greasy and some pieces were just dough. I wish I would have stuck with a tater tots or something else. It's a small space, fewer than ten tables, but it adds to its cozy, laid-back charm. I give it a 9 out of 10 for ambiance. You do need reservations, although we did take a chance on a slow Sunday night and were able to get in.

This is a new pop up restaurant inside East Vancouver Mcmenamins. You need to make a reservations…read morefor this limited seating pop up. Everyone needs to be there to be seated. You go through a "special" door that leads into the lounge. There is a limit of 16 seating in the pop up. Each reservations is reserved for 90 minutes. There is a special drink and small plates on the menu and if you want to order from the main restaurant, you need to look at the menu online. They want to separate the two restaurants, even though the menu is still made in house . The tables are very tight. Seating is a squeeze for a booth if you have more than 2 people in your party. The Lost Lounge doesn't honor the "Happy Hour" menu. So...that was a tad disappointing. It was fun and quirky there. In a special place to have fun and enjoy some snacks. There is an extensive drink menu and six appetizers and a dessert for patrons to choose from. The drinks are labelled how much alcohol is in each drink. Kinda fun to compare and look at each drink alchohols' contents.

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Husband and I came in around 3 pm on a Tuesday.. the place was so dead- I think we were the only…read moreones there. Not a single employee in sight. We ended up walking out after waiting 5 minutes and walked over to JB's Taphouse. I'm sure the drinks/food are good, but no one was even there. The open sign was on too! Bummer

So I have driven by this restaurant a number of times, telling myself I need to try it out. So…read moretoday I had a chance to have lunch here. I had a very good experience. My waiter Koma was very friendly and she made me very welcome. I ordered the Wyld Burger Burger, which was very good. Just bring a good appetite for this one. I am a sucker for good peanut butter pie, so I ordered one to go. That was a good decision, very good. My only concern with this restaurant is it is a little worn. The seat in by booth was ripped and more concerning was the restroom was not clean. They need to spend some time on this. I would recommend this restaurant, but these items will drop my rating.

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Butcher's Cut Steak

Vault 31 Bar

4.0

(84 reviews)

1.8 mi

Vault 31 is such a cool spot. Imagine your favorite retro arcade... but with a bar…read more The neon lights, giant game screens, and nostalgic décor make the whole place feel like stepping into a gamer's playground. We ended up staying way longer than planned because it's just that fun -- grabbing drinks, watching people battle it out on the big screens, and soaking in the atmosphere. It's not your typical bar where everyone just stands around. There's always something going on and the vibe is super welcoming and energetic and the owners are so cool! If you love retro games, colorful arcade energy, and good drinks, Vault 31 is an absolute gem.

I walked into Vault 31 with high hopes--the vibe was spot-on, and I loved the variety of games…read moreavailable. After ordering food and a round of drinks for the group, we sat down at one of the gaming booths, excited to dive in. When I went back to the counter to ask how to start playing, the bartender told me it was $5 per person to access the games and that guests needed to consistently order drinks to maintain access. Honestly, that seemed fair to me. However, things quickly went downhill. I offered to pay the game fee, but was told I needed to buy drinks first. I explained we had just bought drinks--he had literally served us minutes earlier. His response: "You need to have an open tab, and we won't let you play unless you order more." At that point, the experience soured. The staff felt dismissive and unwelcoming throughout the interaction. Despite already spending money, we were denied access to what we came for. We finished our drinks--which, for some reason, didn't count--and left. This was my first visit, and unfortunately, likely my last. (This place had 5-star potential when I first arrived, but the staff interaction left miserable)

Reliving my childhood. These controllers feel so tiny!

PC LOUNGE

Paint Nite!

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Taps Growler House

Finally found a pizza in Vancouver that suits my tastes! My fiancée and I stopped in for lunch…read morewhile our dog was at the groomer, and enjoyed a couple pints over a Margherita pizza. We both rated it as our favorite pizza among the ten places that we've tried since moving here a few months ago. Beer selection was reasonably extensive, mostly local taps. I had a nice light hefeweizen and my partner tried a stout - both were delicious. We sat at a cozy little two-top near the back and were served by the bartender, who was a delight. We can't wait to come back.

Friendly service, good beer selection and tasty pizza. Place is small, but they've set up tables…read moreand chairs outside during nice weather.

Wednesday night trivia for the win!

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Red and mango

The Drunken Crow

This fun, neighborhood bar has been building up and gaining steam for quite a while now. We love to…read morego here for a chill date night, I take friends, I have accidentally stumbled into trivia on Wednesdays. Tonight I stumbled into the great deals they have on Thursdays ($5 well drinks, $ off of beer and wine). There's always something. They have board games you can sit and play. Indoor seating, a big outdoor patio with heaters to cut the chilled evenings and umbrellas to give shade. It was busy when we arrived around 7 tonight and stayed busy most of the time we were there. You order at the bar but they will bring your food to you when it's ready. Their menu is decent for a small place. Tonight was the first night I had ever eaten the food. Gluten free options are limited but I got the hot honey pizza on a gluten free crust. It. Was. Delicious. Life changing. I ate the whole thing. It was not a personal pan pizza. The combination of flavors...spicy and sweet and salty...one of the best things I have eaten recently. I might go back tomorrow. This is a local, independent, woman-owned business that makes you feel like you can stay a while and like you should come back again soon. They have discounts for military folks and a special section of their menu for dogs. Highly recommend.

I am pleasantly surprised by this spot…read more The Margherita pizza was bomb - thin, crisp crust; robust sauce and simple toppings. Only $16 too! Perfect for two people to share. I also ordered the Murdertini. It was a perfect blend of liqueurs and lemon juice.

Margherita pizza

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No frills Bloody Mary

The Hammond Kitchen + Craft Bar

Absolutely delicious food, wonderfully warm and inviting staff, delicious cocktails, and all done…read morein such a beautiful setting!

I think this place has gotten by on location for a while now. We tried it again tonight. It was…read moreok...not great and not horrible. The salmon was tasteless and the seafood risotto had 2 prawns and one small chunk of salmon in it. They weren't crazy busy and it took 10 minutes to get my iced tea and the table salt we requested twice never showed up. Like I said it was ok, I didn't hate it. But for well over $150 for date night I expected more.

Salad special.arugula,pecans,blue cheese,pomegranate seeds,crisp apples,maple dressing.the perfect salad,created by Chef Josh!

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Coconut Prawns

Grady's Public House

Service is good Great beers on tap…read moreFood is good as well! This is an old school pub vibe. Plenty of seating. Nice bar too. And some of the softest pretzel sticks w/gooey cheese sauce! Our orders of a chili dog, patty melt, and house made chicken strips were all tasty. Everything is house made...even the BBQ sauce! Will definitely return

It was around 1230 on a Wednesday, only two other tables with customers. I sit, wait 4-5 minutes…read moreand a waitress comes over and gets my order. Rueben and fries, Food shows up quick and I ask for ketchup. I'm almost done with meal before she comes back and I ask again for ketchup, it shows up. The Rueben had little meat and almost zero Russian dressing...dry. Not impressed. I'll still try again, must give places a second try.

Adorable Bar!

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JB's Taphouse & Grill

Good food. Large selection of beers. Service is slow but they have limited staff and the guy who's…read morebeen in there the couple times I've been there is cool. Plan on making this a regular go-to

Yuck! The burger bun was freezer burnt. The quesadilla was dripping grease. Ordered a Chardonnay,…read morewas out of stock. Fruit flies were harassing us during our meal. We've heard mixed reviews about this place for years and decided to finally try it out...never again.

Tons of beers on tap & full bar

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Tacos and Chips

Birch Street Uptown Lounge

I've had a number of great experiences at Birch Street, and recently popped in for happy hour. It…read morewas a lovely summerish day so I opted to sit street-side, which was very pleasant. There's table delivery service but no table-side ordering so I headed in and ordered the current special Pecan Old Fashioned and waited for my friend. When he got there, he ordered the Gin Gimlet and Brie Fondue, which was served with sliced baguette and apple. The street-side vibe was great, we go to people-watch and enjoy the weather, while also enjoying great drinks. I used to live just of the street, and find that it's one of the places I'm happy to make the cross-town drive to visit.

What a cool spot. Very fun cocktails, sociable servers and great food. Not a spot for dinner, but…read morewonderful shareables (artichoke heart dip and pulled pork flatbreads) and desserts (chocolate lava cake and ice cream). If you can come hang out after 8 pm on Friday or Saturday they have live music. Perfect date night for us old folk. Looking forward to returning sometime soon.

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The Waterfront Taphouse

Food and service is always amazing here. Best place to eat in the area and we come here frequently…read more Always somewhat quiet and never really a wait. We had Gabe as our sever and answered every question we had or was quick to get an answer. Thank you guys for the consistent service we get.

We had a fantastic experience at Waterhouse Taphouse! Dinner was great, and everything came out…read moresmoothly despite our large group. A special shoutout to our server, Robin, who handled our party of 35 people incredibly well. She was organized, attentive, and kept everything running seamlessly. Managing a group that size isn't easy, and she made it look effortless. Highly recommend both the restaurant and asking for Robin if you're dining with a big group!

Northwest Beer Battered Cod Fish & Chips Beer battered cod, house-made slaw, fries.

Interior

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Grilled King Salmon Heirloom carrots, asparagus, cilantro rice, lemon miso sauce

Cecilia

Introduced my friend to Cecelia's, he was very impressed with the food, service and atmosphere,…read moretold me he would be coming back soon.

Visiting from Connecticut, we were looking for a great restaurant and came across Cecilia. The food…read morewas very good from the carrot app to the mushroom pasta and halibut. The service was wonderful and the ambiance, appropriate. Celcilia offers a culinary experience, not your normal fare restaurant.

Bar for drinks any time of day.

Donuts @justgrindz

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The plenty mimosa (Tito and Cava)

Gustav's

Food is amazing, service is super nice and enthusiastic, and the restaurant music is the perfect…read morevolume I love this place so much I think it's one of my favorite restaurants

I took the family out for dinner to Gustav's this last Saturday. This was in preparation to get…read moreready for an upcoming trip to Munich Germany. When we arrived Saturday evening, the place was packed. The ambience of this place is really cool. It's totally decked out in German flags and wooden alpine decor that I imagine what Germany restaurants will look like when we eventually visit We waited approximately about 30 minutes for a seat which was fine. We got to our table and were tended to right away by the host and the waitress. I ordered a large 22 ounce size Stein of German beer and my son enjoyed one of their cocktail specialties, The Black Forrest, which consisted of , Jägermeister , whiskey, chocolate, and cream, topped off with chocolate sprinkles on the top. Very tasty. The wife had an Arnold Palmer, well because, someone had to drive home! LOL! The food was absolutely outstanding! My son had the Bavarian feast which is a sampling of all different types of German food. His first time having German food and he loved it. My wife ordered the chicken schnitzel and she liked it a lot. I ordered the Hungarian Jäger Schnitzel and it was outstanding. Not to mention the cheese fondue with bread and sausage and it was a perfect evening with the family.

European style dining room

Inside resturaunt

Bratwurst Sausage Duo

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Coral Club

4.2

(116 reviews)

7.8 mi

Amazing drinks, some of which come on fire! Fun, dimly lit tiki bar atmosphere and attentive…read moreservers.

I wanted to love you. I still do - but it was a huge miss for us…read more Came in around opening - noon. They are right next to my fave spot - the pinball place! We wanted a drink and bite before thrifting and going to the book store. One other couple was inside. Waiter was nice but not hospitable. The ambiance is amazing - 10/10 love the vibe and decor. I ordered a drink of the mixed drinks and my husband got a margarita. The drink was so bad - neither one of us could drink it. I don't think I've ever returned a drink I can't pound before haha. It was 10 minutes before I went home to the bar to ask for something different - no one came by to ask how things were. The guava choice I picked for the second - not good. Watered down flavors of who knows. The drinks at Wahi Hanna are amazing in comparison - especially with the Dole Whip vibe. The spam fries were $9 for half a can of spam cut up and put in the oven with a side of mayo? The loco moco was promising but tasted like something you'd get at Kenjis - not a Hawaiian spot. I feel like with a lot of tweaks in flavor - this could be a great spot.

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Ondus on the Waterfront

4.2

(115 reviews)

8.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

Free parking

Kelsie was amazing!!! Dinner was amazing!!! We will definitely be back!. Great restaurant views…read moreare spectacular

Yes, this is a hotel restaurant, but being in a hotel is the only thing that makes it so. When it…read morecomes to quality and variety of food, and the excellent service, Ondus stands apart and I would stack it up against non-hotel restaurants. They are a scratch kitchen, meaning everything is prepared in their kitchen and it's noticeable. We ran into the chef and he said they make everything but "the bread and the ketchup!" For lunch, we had the meat lover's pizza (real pieces of bacon) and ceasars salad (with an actual anchovy) - both delicious. At breakfast, we got the benedict and spinach mushroom omelet that came with incredible potatoes (trying to figure out how to replicate these!) Also got a side of bacon, which was melt-in-the-mouth good. Super tasty. We only had breakfast and lunch, but we were very happy and would come back in a heartbeat. Every server was incredibly friendly and solicitous, checking in on us with Goldilocks frequency (i.e., just right). Prices were also reasonable and, if this isn't enough for you, how would you like a view of the river while you dine?!? There is a lovely patio but you don't have to sit outside to enjoy the view.