
Iron Cactus Steakhouse
8845 W Ave E 8 suite b, Lancaster, CA 93536
About Iron Cactus Steakhouse - steak house in Lancaster, California
Customer Review Summary
Iron Cactus Steakhouse offers a mix of positive and negative experiences. Many diners praise the delicious food, particularly the burgers, ribeye, shrimp pesto pasta, and filet mignon, highlighting generous portions and excellent presentation. Customers appreciate the friendly and efficient service, creating a comfortable atmosphere suitable for various occasions, including birthdays and anniversaries. However, one review details a significantly negative experience, citing poor service and disappointing food quality during a large party visit, leading to dissatisfaction. Overall, while many recommend returning for the great food and ambiance, some caution against possible service issues during busy times.
Key Features
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Food
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
Ikr Ikr
Birthday day dinner was delicious. This was my first time here and wow !! The food was delicious!! Presentation was amazing. Blue cheese burger was delicious.
Greg Squyres
Toward the end of our visit to California, my son and daughter-in-law treated us to lunch at Iron Cactus. It was a lunch to remember! We arrived about noon on a Saturday and had no problem getting a table. As we took our seats at a large corner table, we surveyed the restaurant’s interior. It is rustic yet comfortable. There is nothing assuming about this place, and one would be comfortable in a pair of blue jeans or in a nice “Sunday” suit. Our food server (who also was the owner) made us all feel very welcome. Shortly after ordering our food arrived. This being lunch, we all got burgers or sandwiches, but they were impressive! The portions were generous and the burgers were piled with all kinds of goodness - cheese, sauteed onions and mushrooms, bacon…. From the first bite I was hooked! My burger had a pleasing char taste, and the melty cheese, spicy sauce, and sauteed vegetables all worked together to produce one of the best burgers I’ve ever tasted. Everyone else was also very pleased with their food. Delicious food, friendly and efficient service, generous portions, comfortable environment…. It all added up to a perfect lunch experience before we board the plane for home. One thing for certain: when I am back in California again, a repeat visit to Iron Cactus will be high on my list of “must do’s”!
Nakia Dixon
My husband and I were here to celebrate our 16th wedding anniversary. We celebrated with a few of our family members. It was very busy and crowded. Don't get me wrong. "Busy" is a good sign at a restaurant you have never experienced. I was very happy I made a reservation. If I were you, I would definitely make a reservation, especially on a Friday night. The lavender lemon drop was absolutely delicious 😋 😍 Along with the shrimp pesto pasta. OMG 😲 😱 SO GOOD! Yes! that shrimp and pesto was what ordered. Definitely going to order it again. The service was pretty good for such a busy night. To the staff, thank you all for your kindness. As for the readers. You all should check it out for yourselves. I don't believe you will be disappointed. Until next time. Simply 😉 Enjoy.
Rachel Davis
Such a cute place. Enjoyed the atmosphere and food. We will be back! I got the ribeye and hubby got the turkey and ham dinner plate. Delicious! Then went back and we tried the ribs and the new york strip. Amazing! And those Brussel sprouts are so good! The bartender also made me sangria and its one the best I've had out here!
Maria Marquez
I loved this place! 😍 Wasn't crowded, excellent service, and the food was amazing! 😋 Just a heads-up: ask for a wide booth if you're on the larger side, as their booths can be a bit snug. The bathroom could use brighter lighting too💡. Filet mignon was 👌! Definitely coming back. #RestaurantReview #DateNight #Food #FiletMignon #Dinner
robert squyres
Iron Cactus never disappoints. My wife and I got the tuna rice cakes for an appetizer. We have had these before and really enjoy them. For dinner, they still had some of the Valentine's Day specials. We decided to go with the steak medallions with mozarella slices, tomato slices, and a balsamic vinegar on top. Brussel sprouts were the veggie of the day and were delicious as well. We both agreed to upgrade the mashed potatoes to a loaded style with sour cream, chives, and bacon. That was another excellent choice. We also had the cajun shrimp added as well. The whole dinner was excellent! Too bad it was just a special. I could order this meal every time!
Alexandria Moreno
First off staff is so friendly, second the food is delicious. I love the pasta and boyfriend loved the honey chicken sandwich. The drinks are so yummy definitely recommend the sugar bear. Overall this place is perfect for date night or just lunch and drinks with friends or family.
Yoheee
I usually don't like leaving negative reviews, but my experience at this steakhouse was so bad, I feel compelled to warn others. First, the service was abysmal. We waited at least 20 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us. There was confusion who was even our server and it was an ongoing thing throughout our dinner. We came here to celebrate my grandmother's birthday, and unfortunately, the experience was far from enjoyable. We were a large party of 12, and we understand that service can sometimes take longer with a big group, but the service we received was unacceptable. It took an incredibly long time for our drinks to arrive. We had to ask our waitress a couple of times for assistance, but each time, she seemed uninterested and frustrated. It felt like we were inconveniencing her simply by being there. The food was also a huge letdown. While we understood the time it took for the kitchen to prepare meals for a group of our size, the quality was lacking. The steaks were bland and underwhelming, which was really disappointing considering the price we paid. What was supposed to be a fun, celebratory night for my grandmother turned into a very frustrating experience. The lack of attention, poor food quality, and slow service completely overshadowed the reason we were there. We won't be coming back. Wouldn't recommend it to anyone. Save your time and money.
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