New Orleans Location

We do not take reservations or call-ahead seating. It’s first come, first served! Thanks!

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***Included in Gambit’s Best of New Orleans for Top 3 Best Outdoor Dining

***Where Y’at: Best Lakeview Restaurant

***Best of the Big Easy 2020 Best Lakeview Restaurant

REVIEWS

★★★★★ Trinate G. “Great service, our waitress Sharon was he best. Good food, the margaritas were amazing and I loved the look and vibe of The Velvet Cactus. Will be going back!”….Google review

★★★★★ Renee R. “I really adore the ambience and food at The Velvet Cactus!. They set the bar high! The outdoor seating is amazing! The outdoor lighting and water features set the stage for a relaxing meal, and there are misters to ensure that hot weather is not an impediment. the service and food quality do not disappoint. I will definitely be returning.”….Google review

★★★★★ Ashley K. “Where do I begin?! This place is so cool! I loved everything from the artwork and decorations to the food and drinks. The margaritas are killer! So delicious! The food was just melt in your mouth good. I feel no words do it justice. Definitely would go again and absolutely recommend! Also, the staff was super nice.”….Google review

★★★★★ Jackie D. “Family friendly Mexican spot with the best patio ever. Lawn games, good food and even better margaritas! Get the naked one and save on the sugar/calories!”….Yelp review

★★★★★ Angelle N. “The Velvet Cactus is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in the City. Good food, great drinks, and always a fun vibe. Love their outdoor seating area.”….Yelp review

Food Menus

At The Velvet Cactus, you’ll find all your classic Mexican favorites, along with fun and creative Mexican-inspired dishes too.

Food Menus

Drinks

Our Summer Drinks are sure to cool you off!

Margarita menu

Catering

From Game Day Fajita packages to office parties, Velvet Cactus can cater your next event. Our fresh banditos, tamales, tacos and more are guaranteed crowd pleasers.

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New Orleans
6300 Argonne Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70124
(504) 301-2083
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We do not take reservations or call-ahead seating. It’s first come, first served! Thanks!

Please click on Order to go to order online.

***Included in Gambit’s Best of New Orleans for Top 3 Best Outdoor Dining

***Where Y’at: Best Lakeview Restaurant

***Best of the Big Easy 2020 Best Lakeview Restaurant

REVIEWS

★★★★★ Trinate G. “Great service, our waitress Sharon was he best. Good food, the margaritas were amazing and I loved the look and vibe of The Velvet Cactus. Will be going back!”….Google review

★★★★★ Jackie D. “Family friendly Mexican spot with the best patio ever. Lawn games, good food and even better margaritas! Get the naked one and save on the sugar/calories!”….Yelp review

★★★★★ Angelle N. “The Velvet Cactus is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in the City. Good food, great drinks, and always a fun vibe. Love their outdoor seating area.”….Yelp review

Food Menus

Drinks

Catering

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