Fat Cactus Mexican Cantina Parsippany

The drinks are pretty good and varied, I highly recommend going here for drinks. The passion fruit, cucumber jalapeño margarita is phenomenal. The food is over priced and waaaaaay too salty, avoid the entrees especially. The portions on the guacamole are incredibly small considering the price and quality.

The restaurant badly needs to hire more staff, pay them more, or what have you, as they always seemed rushed off their feet and it wasn't that busy. Make reservations if you want a table. Be aggressive when asking for drinks at the bar, they're too overwhelmed to notice you otherwise.

Don't rely on their electronic wait system for getting a table. Talk to a host to get a reservation and follow up with them frequently. By the time we were sat, ate and left, we were still "third in line" for a four top.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 3

I was really looking forward to trying this place, but unfortunately, it was a huge disappointment. The food completely lacked flavor—even the salsa was bland. The guacamole and cheese dip were just okay, but the only thing that was actually good were the chips.

The service was just as frustrating. We waited 10 minutes before finally having to ask someone to seat us. On top of that, I ordered a frozen margarita, which tasted like nothing but watered-down tequila—it was absolutely terrible.

Overall, this was a total waste of money. I won’t be coming back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1

Hmmmm. Came here for an event around 9:30 pm on a Saturday.
Place wasn't busy (it was mostly empty.)
Service was....nonexistent?
Waited patiently at the bar for 5 minutes to request a drink menu - bartender saw me but ignored me (?)

I was so confused about why this was happening so I pulled out my phone to check the reviews and then it all made sense:

This restaurant only has a 4 star rating on Google. For a restaurant, 4 stars is actually not good. So this restaurant was totally on brand.
I wasn't even mad. They were just living up to their low rating.
*shrug*

As a personal policy, I won't eat at a restaurant unless it's 4.5 and up.

If it's under 4.5, I'll get drinks at the bar...but that was kind of hard to do here since the bartender (who was not busy) acted like I wasn't standing there
...which is hard to believe since I'm 5'9", objectively gorgeous, and was wearing bright red pants. Lol.

But I get it, serving drinks is hard (?) sometimes. Especially when the bar is 1/3 full.

No biggie.
I left.

Do I recommend this place?

Nah.
Don't do it to yourself. Lol.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Very bad service. No water nor any drink given, had to wait 25 minutes . Waited so long for bill for check out. The whole experience was horrible despitethe fact the whole section was empty. Didn't like that they put on the gratitude already on the ball. Would have not paid the tip at all. Very disappointed. Kids also got bored and all were very unhappy. All regretted for going to this place. Never again.

Great place to eat love the food and great staff

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Guacamole, Nachos, Fajita

The website says 2 and we showed up to be told they close at 12

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Went there last night ordered 2 margaritas, 80% ice for $14. Ordered a chicken burrito and not much chicken. Dinner for 2 = $114 not worth it

Food mad expensive and terrible. 2 tacos 35 dollars. Plus there was prostitutes walking around. Never again.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Came here two times in one week with my Mexican girlfriend and her daughter by far the best margaritas you can get and the most interesting Innovative Mexican menu in the area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Birria, Create Your Own Tacos, Steak, Salsa and Chips

Service at the bar was good, we didn't stay for dinner but the chips and salsa was pretty good. It's a big place and almost empty but the bar had a decent crowd. Good central place to start our evening.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

The food is authentic Mexican, everything is very delicious and the dessert is not to mention, the waitress Angie is very friendly and attentive… highly recommended

Parking: Spacious and free parking

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

I always enjoy coming here whenever I am in town. The food is consistently great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Stuffed Pepper, Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, Fajita, Salsa and Chips

If you ask me how was the food. I think that question should go to a regular visitor. Personally, I liked the food and the way it was served. The bill was reasonable and Julie, a beautiful young woman helped me in ordering. We ordered nachos, tacos and fajitas. And a refreshing margarita. Believe me I have tried other Mexican restaurants too after that.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Nachos, Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, Fajita, Salsa and Chips

Johana is the best!!! Love it here!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It's definitely a great spot to meet after work. The drinks are fascinating, and you will go for more. Their bartenders keep the area lively and friendly. I keep ordering the tacos and nachos.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Guacamole, Nachos