Hungry for tacos? Well, we’ve got just the spot. This funky little Mexican joint has been serving up some of the move innovative Mexican cuisine since 2011, and it’s time you drive over and give them a taste. Even if you’re not in the mood for tacos, they’ve got everything from burritos to shrimp and grits, so there’s something for everyone.

Welcome to Velvet Cactus, a funky little Mexican eatery over in Lakeview.
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Their address is 6300 Argonne Blvd., New Orleans, Louisiana 70124.
From the moment you walk inside, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to a tropical oasis.
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Their outdoor patio is a beautiful little hidden gem perfect for an outdoor dinner.
You'll find all your favorite Mexican dishes here at The Velvet Cactus.
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For starters, you can't go wrong with their dip trio: guacamole, refried beans, and queso blanco.
From fajitas to enchiladas, you'll have a hard time trying to decide on what to get.
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Luckily, they feature several combination platters so you can have the best of both worlds and taste a bit of everything.

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You can't go wrong with their tacos.
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You've never had tacos like this before.
Putting a unique spin on Mexican flavors, The Velvet Cactus has some of the tastiest tacos in New Orleans.
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Just a few of their specialty tacos include tilapia fish tacos, brisket tacos, pulled pork tacos, and many more. They also have vegetarian tacos and a chef’s taco where they’re always creating new inventive tacos for you to feast on.
Did you know they are also open for brunch on the weekends?
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Treat your tastebuds to brunch like never before. Pictured above is their mojo pulled pork, with citrus braised pork that’s served on Texas toast and served with two poached eggs and smothered with a red pepper hollandaise. Yum!
The Velvet Cactus is open seven days a week.
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Grab some friends and head on over for a casual fiesta you'll absolutely love.

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