The Fat Cactus Cafe

The Fat Cactus Cafe is a Tex-Mex and Mexican restaurant in Mowbray, part of a small Cape Town chain known for its casual, pub-style dining rooms. The kitchen serves fajitas, enchiladas, quesadillas and nachos, and jugs of frozen margaritas are a regular feature at tables shared by friends, families and colleagues settling in for the evening.

The Mowbray branch trades from 47 Durban Road and is open daily from midday until 11pm, making it an easy choice for a casual lunch or a longer evening out. Whether it is a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering, the lively, informal setting suits groups looking for Mexican food and a relaxed atmosphere rather than a formal sit-down meal.