The Cactus Shop

While exploring Williamsburg on a leisurely weekend stroll, I happened to come across The Cactus Shop, and what a fantastic discovery it was! From the moment I stepped inside, I was drawn in by the warm and inviting ambiance, a perfect mix of rustic charm and modern flair. It felt like a hidden oasis, offering a cozy and relaxed setting that made me want to settle in and stay a while.I decided to try their brunch menu, and I was beyond impressed. Every dish was crafted with authentic Mexican flavors, beautifully presented, and bursting with freshness. From perfectly seasoned chilaquiles to their flavorful breakfast tacos, each bite was a delightful combination of bold spices and quality ingredients. The portions were generous, and I loved that they incorporated unique twists on classic dishes.Beyond the incredible food, the service was just as outstanding. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and efficient, ensuring everything arrived promptly and that we had everything we needed. It's always a pleasure to dine somewhere where the staff genuinely seems to care about their guests' experience.This spot is a true Williamsburg gem, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit. Whether you're looking for a laid-back brunch spot, a great cocktail, or just a cozy place to enjoy delicious food, The Cactus Shop is an absolute must-try!

This place has speakeasy vibes! The front room feels like a home patio and the decor is very homey. We sat in the back which was heated. The guacamole was probably one of the best I've had and I think it's unique with plantain chips. The quesadilla did not skimp on chicken, they were thick!! The tacos were pretty good too! Servers were attentive and on it. My only wish is that the menu have not options. Overall, good vibes!

Cute Ambience for a date night or evening out/brunch with friends. Drinks are good and strong, pricey. Food is also pretty good, but small plates and pretty expensive as well. Quick & friendly service, depends on the day / time, as we've experienced their rush during a Saturday brunch and were only able to sit at the bar, but on a weekday evening, we were able to be seated with no reservation upon arrival.

Didn't have food, but the tequila mezcal flights during happy hour is so worth. 3 flavors, totally different and it makes even the more squeamish of mezcal drinkers more open minded. The fruits were covered in tajin too

A pleasant surprise that left us all satisfied and wanting more.At first, walking in, 30 minutes to closing, we were skeptical. Like why is it so dark, where is the restaurant, why are they closing so early when Google said they'd be open until midnight?However, we were sat immediately and served immediately. Our drinks and food were on point for being served to us in such a short time frame! Nothing missed the mark. We ordered the birria tacos, zucchini blossom quesadilla, and steak cecina tacos. For drinks, golden Cadillac, classic margarita, and the jungle quetzal (mocktail). The meat was plentiful on our meat dishes. The tacos were all so good. What really made my steak cecina tacos kick was adding the dark brown sauce from the guacamole and plantain app onto it. I believe it was mole sauce but I could be wrong!!! My friend, who is vegetarian, enjoyed her quesadilla and explained that it had an acquired flowery taste.Everyone's favorite was the appetizer, guacamole & plantains! So so good!!!!! I'd order 10 more of that. Lol.Highly recommend. Vibes are great with the music in the background... low lighting is cute for a date night as well. I'm always hesitant to eat Mexican food in NYC cus it always misses the mark and doesn't hit quite like Mexican food does in Virginia. But this place proved me wrong and was simply awesome.

Love the decor and setup of this spot very cozy and private. It's small so it can get packed but it tends to have decent spacing so it doesn't feel full. I can say the drinks here are really good! I would say this is more of a drink spot and where you can grab some small bites. I have not tried their main dishes, but the tacos!!! The birria taco was juicy, hot, and very well seasoned. We loved the chicken adobado tacos too super good and the meat was very soft and moist. The taco masa taste house made which makes a difference in the texture and taste of the taco. For the drinks I got one to start off but it was too sweet in my opinion. The Frida royale was amazing, the champagne and the mezcal blended so well. It's such a good drink very different! The préndete drink was great too perfect balance and flavor they definitely use good quality mezcal here. The staff is all so welcoming and attentive and they make great recommendations always. Happy we came back. Not pictured but to go we got the tres leches and it did not disappoint!

This place has a very cool vibe and I do love the separate waiting entrance and glass door into the main area. The bar is a perfect place to grab a margarita with the right amount of spicy and mezcal! Please try this place if you are in the area!

I'd say this place is a semi speakeasy. It wasn't too hard to find. Very neat entryway. We sat at the bar. I love the ambiance and decorations. I wasn't too hungry so I started with a passion fruit sun-risa and then order birria flautas. The drink came in a cute glass with candy. The drink was a bit tart but other than that it was good. The candy was very sweet but good. The food didn't take too long to come out. It was perfect amount of food since I wasn't very hungry. I loved how the veggies were sprinkled on top but I wasn't sure if I just pick it off or leave it on then dip it in the consomme. The consomme was rich in flavors. I even drank it after eating all the flautas. Warning, it's salty by itself. The beef in the flautas weren't bad. It wasn't as juicy. I had to try and soak it in the consomme as much as I could.

The place has a cute Brooklyn vibe to it. Food wise we got the guacamole and chips, elotes, Flautas de Birria De Res, Shrimp Aguachile. When the guacamole came it was surrounded by fruit flies and there was a hair in it. I was creeped out and should have trusted my instincts and asked for a new one rather than be reassured by my husband it's fine. The drinks were good and had a kick to it. The flautas was average, not a lot of depth of flavor. The shrimp my husband didn't seem to like. The elotes were flavorful. Right after we left, my stomach was killing me the entire night and the next day. Should have taken the guacamole as a sign. I would come back but only for cocktails.

Flavorful food. The drinks are aesthetically appealing and delicious. Staff is friendly and helpful. The decor is also interesting.