Blue Cactus Bar & Grill

3.7 (35)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary Canadian

2 Byward Market, Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Great for happy hour

In the Byward Market, Blue Cactus Bar and Grill offers the right blend of a modern uptown atmosphere with contemporary cuisine. From starters to main dishes, Blue Cactus Bar and Grill offers excellence in contemporary cuisine.
Enjoy a quiet lunch or join us for dinner and drinks. On Friday and Saturday nights enjoy listening to the DJ spinning.
We specialize in large groups and private and semi-private parties!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.bluecactusbarandgrill.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Whether you are celebrating with a small cocktail party, corporate party, or wedding, take advantage of the superior quality of Blue Cactus. Our event planner will eliminate your questions and stress while comfortably walking you through the process of planning your gathering.

Location
2 Byward Market, Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1
Neighborhood
ByWard Market
Cross street
Clarence Street
Parking details
Plentiful street and public lots in surrounding area.
Public transit
Transit stops in surrounding area.
Entertainment
DJs play every Friday and Saturday Night starting at 8:30pm
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

50% off blue cactus classic fajitas. Fresh flour tortillas (You may substitute lettuce leaves for flour tortillas) / sizzling onions & peppers / traditional accompaniments. Regular Size: (1 to 2 people) Chicken or Shrimp $12.75, Steak $14.25, Combo with steak $13.50; Cactus Size (2 to 3 people): Chicken or Shrimp $19.75, Steak $21.50, Combo with steak $20.65. Vegetarian Fajita $11.50; Your choice of

Ancho Honey Chicken
Carne Asada Steak
Cajun Butter Shrimp
Combination

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Blue Cactus Bar & Grill.

3.7

(35)

3.5Food
3.8Service
3.5Ambience
3.4Value

Noise • Energetic

35 Reviews

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RayCam
Ottawa4 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This may have been the worst meal I have ever eaten in Ottawa. We booked as a last minute reservation. Instant mashed potatoes, the rice tasted like uncle ben's. The chicken was greasy and hard to keep down. The old fashioned was made with a bunch of ice cubes like a soft drink. Bill was $94. Don't waste your money honestly. It just tasted like frozen and prepackaged food from the 90s.
Blue Cactus Bar & GrillResponded on February 24, 2020
Dear RayCam, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your comments regarding your meal at Blue Cactus. Please understand we do not serve frozen prepackaged food. We strive for excellence in food and drink quality however it sounds like we did not attain our goal with you. If you have a moment can you please email me at ida@bluecactusbarandgrill. I would very much appreciate getting more details from you. Again, thank you for your comments. Regards, Ida Firestone
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SDee
Ottawa3 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Blue Cactus was a great place for a nice Valentine's Day dinner. Food was tasty and well portioned, as were the drinks. Seating was a bit disappointing - there appeared to be plenty available with desirable views of the Byward Market, but we ended up tucked away near the kitchen, despite having a reservation. Steak was cooked well, but a little cold by the time it came to us. Overall, 4/5, good experience and will return.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined on January 18, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Girls night in Ottawa, found Blue Cactus on Trip Advisor. Waitress Jasmine was fantastic !!
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OpenTable Diner
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on December 28, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The steak was on point and the drinks were delicious. Would recommend the Lime margarita.
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Arie
Montreal1 review
1.0
Dined on September 1, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
waiter was horrible and getting drunk with the people behind me. ribs were bones, i had to send back my food. waiter took forever to take my order, bring the drinks, etcc. He offered free dessert for but never gave it. Honestly used to love this place and now im never going back.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto8 reviews
1.0
Dined on August 29, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was definitely not great and not value for money. I felt ill when I got home and for the rest of the evening. Likely will not return :(
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VanyaM
Ottawa18 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 28, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious steak salad
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Morf Gold
Toronto12 reviews
1.0
Dined on August 19, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Unfortunately, the reservation did not take place. OpenTable confirmed the reservation but upon arrival, the restaurant stated they did not have any record of the reservation. Very disappointing.
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Sophied
Toronto2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 23, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Too loud and no areas for quieter settings.
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TaneishaR
Toronto1 review
1.0
Dined on January 1, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Horrible service - my food was literally cold and my boyfriend's dish was clearly not fully cooked. Extremely disappointed with this restaurant it should not even be on Open Table. Awful experience overall.
Blue Cactus Bar & GrillResponded on January 14, 2019
Dear Taneisha, I am so sorry to hear about the poor dining experience you had on New Years Eve. Blue Cactus strives for excellence in service, food quality and atmosphere and I apologize that we did not attain these goals during your visit. It must have been very disappointing! If possible please contact me at ida@bluecactusbarandgrillcom or 613.866.9189 in order for me to make it up to you. Thank you very much for your valuable comments. Ida Firestone
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.bluecactusbarandgrill.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Whether you are celebrating with a small cocktail party, corporate party, or wedding, take advantage of the superior quality of Blue Cactus. Our event planner will eliminate your questions and stress while comfortably walking you through the process of planning your gathering.

Location
2 Byward Market, Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1
Neighborhood
ByWard Market
Cross street
Clarence Street
Parking details
Plentiful street and public lots in surrounding area.
Public transit
Transit stops in surrounding area.
Entertainment
DJs play every Friday and Saturday Night starting at 8:30pm
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Blue Cactus Bar & Grill

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Menu

Specials

Monday

Southwest Chicken Salad

Tuesday

Blue Cactus Pizza

Wednesday

Cactus Club

Thursday

Buttermilk Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich

Friday

Cactus Wings

Saturday

Margarita Pizza

Sunday All Day

Ancho Honey Chicken

Carne Asada Steak

Cajun Butter Shrimp

Combination

Reviews

Additional information

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