The Cactus

4.4 (69 reviews)

ModerateSports Bars, Latin American, Mediterranean

Open • 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Terri B.

After a day of hiking in Joshua Tree National Park, we were looking for a light lunch, and found The Cactus in Twentynine Palms. The restaurant is quite large and has a pool table. The bar area is in the front and dining in the back. Since we were here in the middle of the afternoon during the week, there was no one in the back, a few seats were taken at the bar, so we grabbed a high top table in the bar area, ordered drinks and checked out the appetizers. I went with mac and cheese, and Mr. B had the shrimp quesadilla. My bowl of mac and cheese was the perfect size for a light lunch. The pasta was cooked well, and there was plenty of gooey cheese, it really hit the spot. The shrimp quesadilla was large, stuffed with shrimp and he loved every bite. Service was good, parking in the back was easy and the place is cool.

Kate K.

A couple of friends and I found The Cactus on a recent trip to Joshua Tree and Twentynine Palms. There's a bar up front and dining space in the back and it's obviously the sort of place with a group of dedicated regulars. One of the regulars greeted us when we entered, made sure we had menus, pointed us to the dining area, and told us he'd send the owner back for our orders. We had a great conversation with the owner when he came to take our orders. He'd owned another restaurant that he had to close during the pandemic and brought the customer favorites from the old menu to his new bar. All the food we had was fresh, filling, and tasty. Definitely stop by if you're in the area!

Andrew H.

So we came out of the park looking for a little late lunch and found this unexpected surprise. They have a really interesting Middle Eastern menu. We had the euros, which was delicious though it's not really homemade meat, but it still was fantastic. They have Coke products which if you read, my reviews is important to me. The fries were a very generous portion that you can split And well seasoned. Great beer, selection, and liquor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is probably a fun place to watch a football game with the locals.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Totally great stop in 29 palms

Joyce Y.

Wow. Why am I having the best Cobb salad I've ever had at a bar in 29 palms!!!! On our way into Joshua tree we decided to make a lunch stop here and it's been the absolute height of our trip. When we stopped by at around 1 on a Saturday and the place is alive with regulars. It was a pleasure chatting with patrons and waiting on our food. The food is the absolutely highlight. We ordered a Cobb salad, quesadillas, chili fries, and brisket. The serving size is large and colossal. The server actually told us no one ever finishes these giant portion sizes. The food is so tasty too. Fresh ingredients cooked to absolute perfection. We are only passing through town but it gave us glimpse into what this place is and means to the community. I feel so lucky to have stopped by. It gave us a delicious (and super filling and reasonably priced) meal and a great sense of how great the locals are here. Dog friendly too! We got our pup a plate of grilled chicken with no seasoning and he loved it of course! :)

Samantha V.

Thank heavens for the late night kitchen at this hoppin spot! Needed dinner with a late arrival time and was excited to find some healthy, fresh options. Even cooler is that this was def a hot spot bar/dance spot with fresh food options. Called about an hour before picking up and spoke to a really lovely gal on the phone. When I arrived it took about 5 mins to pay and get the food so that's how you know it was fresh. Price point was good for a salad and it was chalk full of yummy extras like beets, olives and a generous portion of chicken. Don't hesitate to pop in anytime but especially if you need dinner @ midnight!

Tom M.

My colleague and I were working in town for the week and went here twice. The food is excellent, the drinks were on point, [[HIGHLIGHT]]dining area and bar very clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and staff were inviting and very attentive! [[HIGHLIGHT]]They also have two pool tables so you can school your boys.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Awesome bar and grill. A+++++.

Delicious. Only picture because we ate everything before taking pictures. Lol.

The food and service at The Cactus was amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small town vibe with big flavors and service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The watermelon margaritas, tri-tip, gyro, taco are delicious fresh and full of flavor.

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Pat J.

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Not sure I would have gone in if my husband wasn't with me. But we enjoyed the Brisket Quesadilla. It was simple comfort food, freshly prepared, very cheesy and came with generous servings of salsa and sour cream. My Greek Salad with gyro was also just what I needed after too many vacation days without a nice salad. read more

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I picked up a gyro with fries and a Diet Coke at the Cactus Bar and it was $26.82.....$33 including gratuity. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dive bar ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Good gyro. Good service though. read more

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Donald S.

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Came here twice. Very friendly we had excellent super meaty super Smokey baby back ribs, some of he best Mac and cheese we've ever had, very good plan chops. Good gyros. Food appears to all be home made. Angelina who works the bar where we sat is sweet and friendly. Highly recommend. Divey atmo but done top Shelf liquor and perfectly comfortable read more

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Janet B.

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The service is absolutely amazing All the bartenders are so friendly and know how to make very tasty drinks I can't help but want to go every other day have a nice lunch that's a nice portion to able to bring some home for another meal for me. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's very clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]2 TVs to watch when you're eating or having a nice chat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Pool table and music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Family friendly[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's my number 1 place to relax in 29 Palms[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Terri B.

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After a day of hiking in Joshua Tree National Park, we were looking for a light lunch, and found The Cactus in Twentynine Palms. The restaurant is quite large and has a pool table. The bar area is in the front and dining in the back. Since we were here in the middle of the afternoon during the week, there was no one in the back, a few seats were taken at the bar, so we grabbed a high top table in the bar area, ordered drinks and checked out the appetizers. I went with mac and cheese, and Mr. B had the shrimp quesadilla. My bowl of mac and cheese was the perfect size for a light lunch. The pasta was cooked well, and there was plenty of gooey cheese, it really hit the spot. The shrimp quesadilla was large, stuffed with shrimp and he loved every bite. Service was good, parking in the back was easy and the place is cool. read more

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Kate K.

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A couple of friends and I found The Cactus on a recent trip to Joshua Tree and Twentynine Palms. There's a bar up front and dining space in the back and it's obviously the sort of place with a group of dedicated regulars. One of the regulars greeted us when we entered, made sure we had menus, pointed us to the dining area, and told us he'd send the owner back for our orders. We had a great conversation with the owner when he came to take our orders. He'd owned another restaurant that he had to close during the pandemic and brought the customer favorites from the old menu to his new bar. All the food we had was fresh, filling, and tasty. Definitely stop by if you're in the area! read more

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Friendly service. Salad was good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bery much a bar feel, but that was OK with is.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Steak kabobs were tough and overcooked. read more

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Cameron O.

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Just paid $14 for a Tanqueray & Tonic. The Tonic water is sold separately. Don't come here unless you want to get hosed. Service is great as a side note. Drinks are a complete rip off. Who charges separately for the mixer in your drink? Well the Cactus does. One and done for me. read more

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Supinda S.

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I don't frequent bars, but I make an exception for the Cactus Bar because their Mediterranean food is amazing but the salmon tacos are perfection, plus the staff are super friendly. read more

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Andrew H.

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So we came out of the park looking for a little late lunch and found this unexpected surprise. They have a really interesting Middle Eastern menu. We had the euros, which was delicious though it's not really homemade meat, but it still was fantastic. They have Coke products which if you read, my reviews is important to me. The fries were a very generous portion that you can split And well seasoned. Great beer, selection, and liquor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is probably a fun place to watch a football game with the locals.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Totally great stop in 29 palms read more

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Cynthia W.

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Andy was a wonderful host. Super friendly and a great chef. I had the lamb shank and it was excellent. The rice was perfectly cooked and all the food was made with care. My sister's Mac n cheese with brisket was delicious. The husband's gyro platter was equally excellent. Andy goes the extra step to make sure his food is delicious. We are so thrilled to have discovered this place. read more

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Joyce Y.

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Wow. Why am I having the best Cobb salad I've ever had at a bar in 29 palms!!!! On our way into Joshua tree we decided to make a lunch stop here and it's been the absolute height of our trip. When we stopped by at around 1 on a Saturday and the place is alive with regulars. It was a pleasure chatting with patrons and waiting on our food. The food is the absolutely highlight. We ordered a Cobb salad, quesadillas, chili fries, and brisket. The serving size is large and colossal. The server actually told us no one ever finishes these giant portion sizes. The food is so tasty too. Fresh ingredients cooked to absolute perfection. We are only passing through town but it gave us glimpse into what this place is and means to the community. I feel so lucky to have stopped by. It gave us a delicious (and super filling and reasonably priced) meal and a great sense of how great the locals are here. Dog friendly too! We got our pup a plate of grilled chicken with no seasoning and he loved it of course! :) read more

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Carrie B.

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Great spot for Mediterranean food and friendly staff. Highly recommended! Located at Adobe and Two Mile Rd.

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Samantha V.

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Thank heavens for the late night kitchen at this hoppin spot! Needed dinner with a late arrival time and was excited to find some healthy, fresh options. Even cooler is that this was def a hot spot bar/dance spot with fresh food options. Called about an hour before picking up and spoke to a really lovely gal on the phone. When I arrived it took about 5 mins to pay and get the food so that's how you know it was fresh. Price point was good for a salad and it was chalk full of yummy extras like beets, olives and a generous portion of chicken. Don't hesitate to pop in anytime but especially if you need dinner @ midnight! read more

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Tyler T.

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Amazing establishment with amazing service. Great food, classic fare plus they have Mediterranean. The lamb is excellent! Always a solid choice when passing through. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The locals are friendly if you are cool lol[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Staci M.

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This place was a change in plans, after the wait at the Cactus Trails Diner was an hour for lunch. And man - am I glad we ended up here. The menu is a little bit eclectic, with a lot of Greek food, bar bites, and quesadillas. We ordered the side of fries, the Caesar salad with chicken, and the brisket quesadilla. The food quality was epic. The brisket in the quesadilla was so tender, and the tortilla was gourmet. The Caesar salad came topped with chicken Shawarma - a nice surprise, and very tasty. The fries were the best part, very crispy, with excellent seasoning, and delicious side of homemade ranch. Our server was kind and attentive. All in all, a great place to stop and eat before heading into Joshua Tree National Park. read more

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Leslee G.

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Their coconut cake is amazing. I like their mozzarella sticks and enjoy their salads from time to time. I had a drink here once and played some pool. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's large inside and they seem to have a huge selection for drinks.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's worth a try read more

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Katie K.

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Love this place, the food is amazing and the staff is even more amazing! Always feel like family when we are here. And the food is soooo good, not your typical bar, especially in 29 Palms! read more

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Tom M.

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My colleague and I were working in town for the week and went here twice. The food is excellent, the drinks were on point, [[HIGHLIGHT]]dining area and bar very clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and staff were inviting and very attentive! [[HIGHLIGHT]]They also have two pool tables so you can school your boys.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Awesome bar and grill. A+++++. read more

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Roni M.

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The food and service at The Cactus was amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small town vibe with big flavors and service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The watermelon margaritas, tri-tip, gyro, taco are delicious fresh and full of flavor. read more

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Jacob K.

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]It's certainly a dive bar in the desert.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Lots of young marines getting loud and rowdy on a Friday night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Thomas C.

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]A very nice place with great service, food, atmosphere, and pool tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The gyro was my favorite. This place left a great impression on me and my grandmother who was visiting for the holidays. I'll definitely return in the future. Highly recommend this business. read more

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Thomas S.

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Why from the curb, every indication points to uncertainty, the food is absolutely delicious! The staff were extremely friendly. Would recommend checking this out! read more

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Danie J.

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Love their food! Gyros is my favorite thing on the menu with a side of fries which are always hot fresh crispy but not overly done and well seasoned. read more

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Mark G.

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Soha and Andy do a great job. Delicious food, [[HIGHLIGHT]]plenty of seating[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and [[HIGHLIGHT]]a dog friendly patio[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I highly recommend! read more

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The cactus is a great place to grab a drink & bite to eat. Parking was easy, great little plaza with other stores, so plenty of spaces. The food was great, tried the salmon plate, Tri tip kabob, and chili cheese fries. All were incredible. The prices were on the higher side, debating on getting the nachos but they were $20. Drinks were great as well. Had a draft mission brewery hazy IPA & my partner had the skittles cocktail, she loved it. Will be back. read more

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Rosa F.

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Love the good! Fries with their sumac ranch, lamb plate, cauliflower salad, gyro, coconut cake....it's all fresh & delicious! Beautiful family owned & run! Suha, Andy, Miriam, Angelica & Isabella. They're the best. Always great customer service! read more

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Renee A.

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We drive all the way from Landers for their fantastic food. Always great service and a great place to play pool. Thank you Cactus. read more

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Akasha H.

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This place is great. Good drinks - food was delicious and came out super fast and still hot as hell. Gyro - 10/10. Cheers!

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Julia E.

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Food and drinks were amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small dive bar with a great atmosphere and great service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely recommend as a pit stop when leaving Joshua Tree! read more

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The Cactus was great! You're driving by and you don't think, "hey I wonder if they have some decent chicken shawarma," but you should, and they do. read more

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Darla M.

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Great food and service! Happy I decided to check them out!! Will definitely be coming back for more.

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Chelsey O.

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Frosty cold beer and AMAZING home cooked food. The owner is delightful and so sweet. We stopped in here after a morning of hiking around the park and were stoked to find this gem. Family friendly too! read more

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rebecca b.

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first off, insanely delicious margarita. loved the vibe of the place. really great food and the owner was super friendly and talkative. it was about a 20 minute drive from joshua tree but well worth it. like....get the margarita. these are hand made, no terrible sour mix. read more

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Kim L.

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Or first time in & we had great time. Ice cold beer & [[HIGHLIGHT]]good conversation with the customers[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].

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Robert B.

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Great atmosphere, friendly staff, good fresh food. I eat here for lunch twice a week and always leave happy, satisfied and full. Check it out. You won't be disappointed. Sincerely 1 happy customer. Robert B. read more

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Danielle P.

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Vibes are magnificent. This bar listens to the people! I love how attentive they are as well as making sure everyone has the best time possible. Bartender knows what she's doin behind that bar read more

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Stephen G.

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Early dinner here was great! Server suggested chicken shawarma wraps that weren't on the menu and they were excellent!! Great atmosphere and service. Enjoyed visiting with our server and took home some delicious baklava for dessert! read more

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Monique W.

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Stopped into this hidden gem after a hike in the J Tree national park. A local joint and the natives were more than hospitable. A great place to grab a drink, snack and a game of pool. Thank you to the owner Soha. Beautiful woman behind the bar with her gorgeous daughter making the food read more

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Ken M.

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Was camping at Joshua Tree, and looking for a place to watch NBA playoff game with my bud. The Cactus was empty when we arrived. Bth the owner and staff member had to struggle to get the big screen to work with sound. They persisted tirelessly, and finally got the game on just in time! We were so grateful for this....BUT.......the owner recommended the brisket sandwich, and holy cow! Maybe the BEST brisket I ever had! Homemade and absolutely killer. The place is nothing fancy, but they really took care of us. Highly recommended read more

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5670 Adobe Rd
Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
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(760) 361-1313
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What time does The Cactus open?

The Cactus opens at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.The Cactus opens at 12:00 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Cactus close?

The Cactus closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.The Cactus closes at 11:00 PM on Thursday.The Cactus closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Wed 3:00 PM - 10:00 PMThu 12:00 PM - 11:00 PMFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Does The Cactus take credit cards?

Yes, The Cactus takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Cactus have catering options?

Yes, The Cactus does have catering options.

Does The Cactus have a happy hour?

Yes, The Cactus has a happy hour.

Does The Cactus serve alcohol?

Yes, The Cactus serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does The Cactus have TVs?

Yes, The Cactus has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Cactus have bike parking?

Yes, The Cactus has bike parking.

Does The Cactus have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Cactus has outdoor seating options.

Does The Cactus have parking?

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

Other Amenities

Is The Cactus wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Cactus is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Cactus allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, The Cactus allows outdoor smoking.

Does The Cactus have free WiFi?

Yes, The Cactus has free WiFi.

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Fans Sports Bar and Grill

We ended up going here after a very disappointing meal somewhere else for some more food and to…read moreplay some pool. We were immediately greeted by very friendly staff who immediately gave us a menu. We ordered the nachos and a chicken sandwich and while waiting played some pool. The bar was not very populated at the time, but it was difficult playing pool because it was very close to the tables that did have people and you did not have enough room to play and go for all the shots you wanted to. Thankfully there was pool to keep us distracted because the food did take around 35 minutes to be delivered, even though the place was not busy. The food itself hit the spot and was exactly what we were looking for. The nachos had great toppings and the chicken sandwich was very crispy. There was also a band playing that night who sounded good. All in all we took it as a neighborhood friendly spot with nice staff and decent food. Next time we are in the area we will make sure to stop by.

Very decent air-fried chicken sandwich (grilled not an option. Only disappointment was that the…read morefries weren't like the ones in the photo and we chose the place based on the fries (not marking them down for that as the photos were from customers, not the restaurant). They were waffle cut shape. Okay, not great. Service excellent.

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Nice little place to eat and have a beer.

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Bowladium

Great little place and Dan is awesome. If you need your balls drilled or anything like that, he's…read morethe man! We had couple of balls drilled at Empire Bowl in Redlands. We had to take them to Danny to fix because the guy at Empire drooled both thumb holes 2 sizes too big. Danny took the time to measure and make it just perfect. We will only go to Bowladium from now on!!

Went here for fun with my boyfriend during our trip to Joshua Tree and we loved the experience…read more Also brought in our own bowling balls (because what type of bowler are you if you dont bring your bowling bags everywhere lol) and there was no problem with the lanes. Went during a less busy time so no wait needed. The guy in the counter was very nice as well. Customer service was great. It's one of the smaller lanes that we've encountered but the place was in great shape.

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Sandys Sports Bar and Restaurant

First time at Sandy's and it was such a great find. The arcade inside made for a super fun family…read morenight, especially after a long day in the snow. Huge shoutout to Ryan, our server he is such a kind positive kid. He was the only one working and still made sure we were taken care of. Truly a gem and hope he's being treated well. I tend to judge places by their bathrooms and they super clean and freshly mopped, which I appreciated. Food was good, the burger was simple but good the onion rings, pickle fries and chili cheese fries were amazing. The buffalo wrap was yummy! We'll definitely be back!

My friends and I had lunch here. We went around 1pm on a Friday. It was pretty empty…read more They have lots of tvs, a big bar in the middle with tables surrounding. They also have a little arcade room off to the side. The service was okay. Our waitress was pretty prompt and came back to check on us until she gave us our food and didn't come back until we were ready to pay. I got the elote balls and spicy BBQ burger. It was very good and my friends liked there food as well. For the price I'd deffinitly come back again. Our party had 5 people. We got 4 meals, one appetizers, and a few beers for 100$. Not bad at all!

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Playoffs Sports Lounge

Great vibe, super fun for to watch the game. Fabulous alcohol selection. I love unique mezcal,…read morethey had it! Definitely coming back!

I came from LA to spend some time in Desert Hills. My friend and I were ignored by both bartenders…read more USA was playing so we thought maybe it was that, we realized they were treating locals better, it took us more than an hour to get serviced. Two locals told us "if you're not from here they won't acknowledge you" that's when we left. Thank you but never again.

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Pit Stop Bar & Grill

Staff were nice, dogs allowed inside, enclosed patio in the back…read more I didn't eat but would come back for drinks

(4.25 STARS)…read more Memorial Day road trips always seem to create the best random discoveries, and Pit Stop Bar & Grill absolutely delivered. Tucked away off Victor Street in Barstow, this was a fun find while driving back to Los Angeles from Vegas over Memorial Day weekend. Big props to Haley M., who was basically running a one-woman show and somehow kept the entire place moving with a great attitude and solid service. That alone made the stop memorable. The location has a cool, laid-back vibe with plenty to keep people entertained while grabbing food and drinks. They've got two billiards tables, a dart board, and all kinds of classic bar games, board games, and card games, including UNO, which is a family favorite. They also have several televisions. The food was all good too. I really enjoyed the Green Chili Burger, and everyone else in my party seemed genuinely happy with their meals as well. I felt they were trying to nickel and dime when I got the bill, i was charged for a side of ranch, a side of BBQ, and had no idea I was being up charged for the onion rings. I didn't say a word, but it hit wrong with me. .75 points deducted. What especially stood out to me, though, was the Memorial Day place setting displayed near the front entrance honoring our veterans and fallen heroes. It was simple, respectful, and genuinely touching. See my picture. That detail said a lot about the heart behind this place. If you're making the Vegas-to-LA drive and want something more memorable than the usual freeway fast-food stop, this place is definitely worth checking out. Great atmosphere, friendly energy, and one of those spots you end up talking about later.

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10 beers on tap

Summer Menu: Kickin' Chicken Salad

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BARSTOW LOCAL brewed IPA

JD’s Sports Bar & Grill

4.8

(5 reviews)

32.1 mi

This is a cool little hole-in-the-wall spot--very unassuming from the outside and the kind of place…read morethat feels like a true local favorite. Sometimes those are the best kinds of places to stumble upon. We stopped in just to grab a drink, and it ended up being a really enjoyable stop. My cocktail was well made and reasonably priced, which is always appreciated. It's nice to find a place where you can get a good drink without paying inflated prices. The atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming, and it seemed like a lot of the people there were regulars who knew each other, which added to that neighborhood bar vibe. They had sports playing on the TVs, so it would definitely be a good place to catch a game while hanging out with friends. There were also things to do like pool and other bar games, which gives it more of a social, interactive feel instead of just sitting around drinking. Overall, it seems like a great place to come with a group for a fun, casual night out. It's not fancy or pretentious at all--just a laid-back spot where you can relax, have a drink, watch some sports, and enjoy the company of friends. That low-key kind of hangout is exactly our style, and places like this are always nice to find.

Best place to be on this side of valley! Great bartenders. Good music. Pool tables! Definitely the…read moreplace to be

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Henry's Bar & Grill

After receiving an advertisement with three great coupons attached in my mailbox, I decided to see…read morefor myself what Henry's Bar and Grill was all about. It became clear in seconds it's about good people who make great food! I ordered the large bonus wing basket, which allowed me to break break it up into two flavors which I chose dry rub lemon, and Tangi barbecue. There was about 20 wings in the basket. All hefty in size came with celery and carrots with choice of blue cheese or ranch. Delicious. My friend ordered the fish tacos, which I tried myself and quite possibly are the best ones I've had in the valley so far. Our waitress was very attentive and sweet, ordered water so not much to recommend as far as drinks go. The atmosphere is dark and cool like most bars would be but the windows make it feel open and a little less "bar vibe." I should've taken a picture because they have this very cool installation on the ceiling and wall with faux plants that is aesthetically, beautiful and creative. Next time I will take more pictures, I still have two coupons to use haha !!

Second time to visit this place. Same as the first, for the World Cup game. Compared to the first…read morevisit and game, it was packed last time. This time, pretty mellow. Depending on what game is showing determined the crowds. There was plenty of parking this time which is a major advantage. Street parking available if needed. We like to just sit at the bar and watch the game. It's a decent size so it does offer a good amount of seating. Plenty of high top tables offered as well. Drink price is decent. Service has alway been good when we been. The only downfall, they don't have volume on for any of the games. Music replace the volume so you hear that instead of the game. Besides that, it's a fun place to watch the game or pop in for a drink.

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Village Sports Bar

We had such an awesome experience at Village Sports Bar in Big Bear, and it was all thanks to…read moreHillary behind the bar. From the moment we walked in, she was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely fun to be around. She kept drinks flowing without us ever having to ask, made great recommendations, and somehow managed to handle a busy crowd while still making everyone feel taken care of. That kind of energy is rare. If you're in Big Bear and stop by Village Sports Bar, do yourself a favor and grab a seat at Hillary's bar. 10/10 service, amazing vibe, and we'll definitely be back!

I had one of the worst service experiences I've ever had here. Hillary has to be the worst…read morebartender/server in Big Bear. After overcharging me for kids' chicken tenders, I politely asked to be reimbursed. Instead of correcting the mistake, she disappeared seemingly hoping I would forget about it. When I followed up, she yelled at me in the middle of the bar over $10. Completely unprofessional and embarrassing. To make matters worse, when I called back to speak to a manager, the phone was left hanging and I could hear staff insulting me on the other end. Absolutely unacceptable behavior. The only saving grace was Leah, the manager, who was kind and professional when we finally connected. Unfortunately, one good interaction doesn't make up for the overall experience. I would avoid this place if Hillary is working

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The Virginian Cocktails

We tripped over this place on a random trip to Joshua Tree. We are so glad we did!…read moreGreat dive bar. Locals were friendly, bartenders were professional and efficient. Wifey was dressed to impress. Not only was she accepted but was encouraged! Really a fun evening, we'll be back!

I went to this place on a recent mini vacation to Joshua Tree. I wanted some local color, and I did…read morenot want to visit the spots for tourists. I wanted to clink glasses with locals who could tell me about the fun and flaw of growing up in a small town. And I figured that local dive bars would allow me to check off my hopes. Plus, the word on the street was that the Virginian was a local haunt for marines. I wanted to party with marines. Spoiler alert: I did--and it added an extra layer of crisp and pop to my night. On my first night, I went there, by my lonesome, and I was surprised to know that it was a cash-only establishment. This worked to my favor because I did not want to drink too much and then go to my hotel. I did not aim to get a DUI, I just wanted to have fun. When I go alone to a bar, I have a primary objective: to find friends to drink with and talk to. Especially on vacation, I wanted to find an experience that would lead me to a "hangover-like night." I know it might be impossible, for sure, but that does not impede me from trying. And when one tries, one might be successful. I was. I went to put my name on the chalkboard to eventually play pool. I gathered around the others who were waiting for pool. I quickly made friends with a marine. He was not the marine I had my eye on, but he was the one who entertained my advances. Soon after, we went to the bar to get him a drink. One for me too. We were getting shots. The wait was long-loving for it gave him and me the opportunity to connect. Let's call him Lalo. He told me about life as a marine. I told him about my life. He told me that he had found a girl--now his fiancée--on an app called Chispa. Basically, a dating app for Latinx people. I did not think he had found a fiancée, but rather a person he could fall in love with. He was young, you see, and love for marriage seems to be a long game best played by those who are at least in their mid-twenties. Regardless, I will root for those two crazy kids. As we drank and grew closer, Lalo and I just became friendlier and friendlier, which led to friendly hugs. On one particular long and gripping hug, I uttered, "This feels so nice, Lalo." His reply was, "I am glad, Frankie, I am glad." My chosen name is Frankie. His words comforted me because they sounded sincere, and words I had not heard before, within this context. Here in the middle of a desert, I had found comfort in the arms of a marine. I never thought I would, but like I said, I tried, and I was happy to be successful. Soon one of his friends came and requested to leave. Lalo did. I was irked. I wanted him to stay with me for a few more drinks at the Virginian. It did not happen. I got lucky, but my luck did not extend the night. But I did get lucky the next night. I went again after my day at Joshua Tree. It was a Saturday night. The place was full but not so full that it was overwhelming. I saw three young men sitting. There was a stool next to one. They had the build and essence of marines. So, I sat next to one. And again, I made a quick friend. He was from South Dakota. I can't remember his name, so let's call him James. James introduced me to his two friends. One was from the same town I grew up in. Happy coincidence. James and I spoke. He was kind enough to get me a glass of water. The service of the armed forces rings high and small. They were taking shots, one after the other, without restraint. One of James's friends stepped outside and puked. The bartender reprimanded them. He gave them a mop to clean their own mess. Wow, this would not happen in an LA bar, I thought. The marines were put to work. James took the mop and finished for his friend. The bartender inspected the mess and green-lit for them to go. Again, I wanted a marine to stay for my own selfish needs. He did not. He grew and gave me a smile as he went. This bar is a local haunt, but great for visitors. So, if you go to Joshua Tree or a nearby town, don't be shy and stop in here for local color. I got to see small-town vibes at play. It was great, and I met my own personal goal of partying with marines. The Virginian may not be sophisticated, but it is a place to have fun and engage in a way that feels homey yet exciting. Please remember it is cash only but it has ATMs. If you use credit cards, to get by at times, then skip this place.

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The sunset !! Downtown 29 Palms

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Fans Sports Bar and Grill

We ended up going here after a very disappointing meal somewhere else for some more food and to…read moreplay some pool. We were immediately greeted by very friendly staff who immediately gave us a menu. We ordered the nachos and a chicken sandwich and while waiting played some pool. The bar was not very populated at the time, but it was difficult playing pool because it was very close to the tables that did have people and you did not have enough room to play and go for all the shots you wanted to. Thankfully there was pool to keep us distracted because the food did take around 35 minutes to be delivered, even though the place was not busy. The food itself hit the spot and was exactly what we were looking for. The nachos had great toppings and the chicken sandwich was very crispy. There was also a band playing that night who sounded good. All in all we took it as a neighborhood friendly spot with nice staff and decent food. Next time we are in the area we will make sure to stop by.

Very decent air-fried chicken sandwich (grilled not an option. Only disappointment was that the…read morefries weren't like the ones in the photo and we chose the place based on the fries (not marking them down for that as the photos were from customers, not the restaurant). They were waffle cut shape. Okay, not great. Service excellent.

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Nice little place to eat and have a beer.

Chicago, dawg.

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SBR 29

4.8

(18 reviews)

1.1 mi

I really enjoyed this place. we sat in the outside patio (where they welcome dogs ) after sunset. I…read morewas pleasantly surprised that had Kareoke going in. I like in the back patio there are games and a photobooth. I'm vegan/vegetarian but I must say the burgers looks pretty good. I had the vegetable tacos and the fried artichoke hearts. Tacos are double wrapped in tortilla each and we're ok but I enjoyed the artichoke hearts. Service was nice as well, friendly servers! Overall, i would totally live a repeat customer here if I lived in the area. Entertaining, good vibes, and nice finger foods.

Super awesome food and beer at JT north entrance. Had the IPA and chicken sando…read moreBoth were awesome! Small (8 seat) bar, but ample table seats

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Phots from their Photo Booth located in the back patio

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Samantha B.

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4

0

2 years ago

I recently visited The Cactus Bar and was thoroughly disappointed with my experience. From start to finish, it was clear that this establishment needs a major overhaul in terms of customer service and efficiency. **Unfriendly Staff:** The staff at The Cactus Bar were incredibly unfriendly. From the moment we walked in, we were met with cold, dismissive attitudes. It felt like we were an inconvenience rather than valued customers. Basic manners and courtesy were severely lacking. **Recurring Issues:** This wasn't my first visit to The Cactus Bar. I went there about a year ago and had similarly poor experiences, including unfriendly staff and slow service. Additionally, there were numerous bar fights, creating a tense and unsafe atmosphere. It seems nothing has changed, and the issues persist. **Overall:** I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a pleasant night out. There are plenty of other bars in town that offer a much better experience. Save your time and money and go elsewhere. read more

K. M.

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3 years ago

Friendly staff, clean and the food is excellent. You would never expect it driving by, I expected a local watering hole with fried food. The meats smoked daily by the owner and the hummus is made in house which has so much flavor. Mostly Mediterranean fare on the menu but also some typical bar food for those who aren't feeling exotic. I ordered the tri-tip platter which did not disappoint. I will be back and will be telling my friends! read more

Jess R.

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8 years ago

Best little bar in this little town. Sweetest bartenders, cook, and regulars. I love that they don't serve liquor, honestly. It's mellow, but a lot of fun. Everyone I've met has been awesome. Definitely visit this place if you're in town or newly stationed! Tip the ladies and cook well read more

Shelby B.

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7 years ago

My lady friends and I choose this place everytime we go out! Always have a great time. The staff is amazing and the atmosphere is laid back and much more mature than the other bars in town. I have some amazing life long memories because of the Cactus! read more

Dee B.

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15

4

8 years ago

Nice little neighborhood bar! Clean with a relaxed vibe. Indoor and outdoor seating. Bar menu. Cool owner. Park in Historic Plaza parking lot, take the sidewalk along the building to the front door. read more