Black Cactus
About This Business
Black Cactus is a restaurant and bar located in Avalon, New Jersey, that offers a unique dining experience inspired by the vibrant flavors of Coastal Mexico. The culinary vision is paired with a curated bar program, highlighting agave spirits and cocktails. The restaurant's menu features shore fare with local ingredients, celebrating seasonal richness, unique textures, and complex flavors. Black Cactus is open Thursday through Sunday, with hours of operation from 4pm to 10pm on Thursday and Friday, 12noon to 10pm on Saturday, and 10am to 3pm for brunch and 4pm to 10pm for dinner on Sunday. The restaurant also offers happy hour specials, including $12 margaritas, frozen drinks, and house mixed drinks, as well as $6 draft beers and $2 off all food menu items. Every Wednesday, Black Cactus features 1/2 price bottles of wine, and every Thursday, they offer 1/2 price margaritas. The restaurant also offers a 4-course tasting menu for $65 per guest on Friday nights. Black Cactus is excited to introduce their traditional Thanksgiving kits, and they also offer gift cards that can be purchased online or in-person. With its vibrant and lively shore atmosphere, Black Cactus is the perfect destination for those looking to experience the flavors of Coastal Mexico in a unique and exciting way. The restaurant's team, including Chef/Owner Jason Cichonski, Mike Murphy, and Marc Dunkelberger, are dedicated to providing an exceptional dining experience that aligns with the vibes of the shore. Whether you're looking for a night out with friends, a romantic dinner, or a special occasion, Black Cactus is the perfect choice. Be sure to follow them on social media to stay up-to-date on upcoming events and promotions, and sign up for their email list to be among the first to receive updates. Black Cactus is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the best of Coastal Mexican cuisine in a fun and lively atmosphere.
Customer Reviews
1 total reviews
Ava Morales
June 05, 2025The 2:30am Crowd Hits Different, But Not in a Good Way
I'm not usually one to write reviews, but my experience at Black Cactus was a major disappointment. As someone who's obsessed with Coastal Mexican cuisine, I was excited to try their unique dishes. Unfortunately, the food was just okay - the flavors were dull, and the portions were tiny. I mean, who serves a $15 taco with only two small pieces of fish? The service was also slow, even though it wasn't that busy. Our server seemed overwhelmed, and it took forever to get our drinks. The bar program, which I was looking forward to, was a letdown. The margaritas were weak, and the agave spirits selection was limited. I was really looking forward to trying some new cocktails, but the options were uninspiring. The atmosphere was the only redeeming quality - the decor was vibrant and fun, and the music was great. However, it wasn't enough to make up for the subpar food and service. Maybe I just caught them on a bad day, but I won't be back to find out. The happy hour specials were also not as impressive as I thought they'd be - $12 margaritas are not a good deal when they're this weak. Overall, I'd say Black Cactus is a solid 2.5 stars out of 5. Not bad, but not great either.
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Company Information
Address
2688 Dune Dr, Avalon, NJ 08202-1903, US
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June 05, 2025