Scratch Made Tortillas Meet Birria and Vegan Plates
Fresh tortillas, rich birria, and a dedicated vegan menu make this cozy Staten Island stop easy for mixed groups.
🌮 Tortillas and Birria
Fresh scratch made tortillas give El Cactus its first pull, then the menu widens into rich birria, a dedicated vegan selection, and plates built for a table that wants options. Portions run large and the flavors run intense, giving a table with mixed tastes plenty to work through.
Start with chips and salsa, then consider the spicy seafood soup, with a serving sized for two before you add tacos or other staples. The menu also makes room for the restaurant namesake cactus, a detail that gives the meal a distinct point of view.
On Staten Island, El Cactus keeps things relaxed and family friendly, with a welcoming staff and takeout available. It works for a mixed group, with plant based diners and birria fans able to order from the same table without turning dinner into a compromise. The kitchen opens every day except Thursday, with service until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
