The Velvet Cactus
Mexican Restaurant, Vegan Filling
Vegan options
Limited vegan options ★ 3.7 (2,443) · $$ · Restaurant · Mexican · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the fish tacos and street tacos, noted by multiple reviewers for quality"
Must-try: queso, tacos, tamale
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere, attentive service
The Velvet Cactus serves Mexican-inspired dishes with an indoor patio lined with local artwork and outdoor seating heated for chillier evenings. Popular items include their fish tacos, street tacos, tex mex eggrolls, and their distinctive tortilla soup with robust seasoning. The venue accommodates groups and solo diners alike, with a vibrant bar featuring a strong tequila and cocktail selection.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 11 AM-9 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 4:30-9 PM
Wednesday 4:30-9 PM
Thursday 4:30-9 PM
Friday 11 AM-10 PM
Saturday 11 AM-10 PM
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directions
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6300 Argonne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124
Vegan Friendliness
iLimited vegan options
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- VEGAN OPTIONS Few · 2–3 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Friendly
- PROTEIN portobella mushroom
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