cactus

“flashy without substance”

The chicken burrito from Cactus challenged me as a burrito enthusiast because it was a fork-oriented meal. Many burrito purists would disregard any burrito that could not be eaten vertically and with hands, however a community should be open to pushing the boundaries when appropriate. Even their own website admits to their inauthenticity.

That being said, Cactus does not push any boundaries here. The nearly $20 burrito was perfectly serviceable, though it failed to provide any reason for me to return again. The chicken was forgettable, the tortilla was alright if a bit soggy from the horizontal orientation, and the topping sauces were more interesting to the eye than to the mouth. Overall Cactus’ entry to this list was a mediocre burrito that costs too much for what it is and provides a difficult to ignore venture-capitalist aftertaste.

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