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Best Mediterranean Food in Salisbury

Rack of lamb and a piano in the corner
Live music at dinner

Live music at dinner

At Cactus Taverna, located at 2420 N Salisbury Blvd Ste 15, Salisbury, MD 21801, dinner comes with a relaxing atmosphere, soft lighting, and live music. Enjoy the sounds of our piano player during dinner and, on select weekends, a saxophone player. With a quiet dining room and real cloth napkins on every table, Cactus Taverna offers a comfortable and elegant setting for a memorable meal.
Lamb, rack or shank

Lamb, rack or shank

Get the rack of lamb. It's a full rack, hearty on the plate. If you'd rather have the lamb shank, we serve that too.
Mediterranean, Spanish and Mexican

Mediterranean, Spanish and Mexican

It's all one kitchen. Paella, gambas al ajillo, seafood enchilada and fajitas share the menu, and the daily specials are worth asking about.

What a special place! We were blown away by our visit to Cactus Taverna and enjoyed their unmatched hospitality, live music, and variety of food choices. We tried the hummus platter, calamari, and tropical fish special. All of it was fresh and flavorful. Can’t wait to return!

Abby S.

Absolutely delicious, Crystal was very attentive and kind. Hannah was also gracious 💜 I ordered the salmon and broccoli, shots and soda 😅…good food, good people, and absolutely stunning environment. Oh and the saxophone 🎷 player really added to the ambiance of the place 😊

LYNN S.

The manager/owner worked the dinner tables making you feel like family. Very positive atmosphere and the food was great. Service was great. When the owner brought out the wine bag and squirted a wine shot in your mouth was really Kool. The saxophone player was a great touch and he played very well. Please remember to tip!!! We absolutely will be returning for another great experience in dining.

David G.

Our go to place for date nights. Went in on Saturday evening around 7, lots of tables open. Quick service and food came out very fast. We had our usual Filet and Crab special, cooked to our liking.

Katie C.

Do Not Judge a Book By Its Cover. It looks plain from the outside but its beautiful on the inside. I initially thought it was a fast-food Mexican restaurant, until I went inside...It's an elegant Mediterranean style cafe'. The serving staff was all smartly dressed, there was a pianist setting the atmosphere, and the ambiance was romantic. At the end of the meal (which was only an appetizer) came complimentary port wines. Call the baby sitter, date night is a must.

Rob W.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular dishes?

Cactus Taverna is known for Mediterranean food with a strong seafood lineup. Our most popular dishes include:

  • Gambas al Ajillo: Gulf shrimp sauteed in garlic butter and white wine, then tossed with fresh parsley.
  • Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops: Tender sea scallops wrapped in bacon and broiled, finished with a choice of sauce.
  • Mariscos Saltados: Shrimp and scallops are sauteed with tomato, onion and bell pepper.
  • Chicken Fajitas: Grilled chicken sauteed with onions, green peppers and tomatoes, served sizzling with flour tortillas, lettuce and sour cream on the side.
  • Chicken Florentine: Chicken breast stuffed with spinach and parmesan cheese, topped with chipotle sauce and accompanied by four bacon wrapped scallops.
  • Flan: A classic custard that is silky, vanilla flavored and topped with caramel.

Check out our full menu.

What are you known for?

We’re known for Mediterranean and Mexican dishes, seafood entrées, garlic shrimp, paella, and fajitas, with desserts to finish your meal.

  • Seafood: Seafood dishes span garlic shrimp, bacon-wrapped scallops, fish entrées, paella, and seafood enchiladas. Examples include Gambas al Ajillo (Garlic Gambas), Bacon Wrapped Scallops Entrée, Grouper Fillet Entrée, Paella, Seafood Enchilada, and Coconut Shrimp.
  • Gluten Free Food: Entrées range from grouper and salmon to filet, roasted duckling, lamb, and stuffed chicken. Examples include Grouper Fillet Entrée, Salmon Entrée, Filet No Crab, Roasted Duckling, Rack of Lamb, and Stuffed Chicken.
  • Vegetarian Food: Vegetarian bites include spinach pastry, salads, beans, rice, and flan for a sweet finish. Examples include Spanakopita, House Salad, Side of Beans, Side of Rice & Beans, and Flan.
  • Mexican Food: Mexican favorites include vegetable and shrimp fajitas, seafood enchiladas, and a quesadilla for children. Examples include Vegetable Fajita, Shrimp Fajitas, Seafood Enchilada, Texas Style Fajita, and Children’s Quesadilla.
  • Mediterranean Food: Mediterranean flavors come through in hummus, spinach pastry, garlic shrimp, and paella. Examples include Hummus Plate, Spanakopita, Gambas al Ajillo (Garlic Gambas), Paella, and Maza.

Additionally, explore Fajitas, Fish, Latin American Food, and Desserts.

What meals do you serve?

We serve Dinner

Do you offer delivery & takeout?

Yes, we offer Takeout and Delivery

Do you offer catering?

Yes! Cactus Taverna offers catering for parties, office lunches, family gatherings, and other events. Our catering menu features our Mediterranean food favorites, available for pickup or delivery.

Visit our catering page for more information.

What payment methods do you accept?

When you order online, we accept credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover), Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

Services & amenities

Is your restaurant wheelchair accessible? Yes, our restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Maple Plains, Salisbury, Sherwood Manor, Westlake, Chesapeake Heights, Delmar, Northpointe, Manokin, Northwood, Crestwood, Plainfield, The Centre Mall, Walston, Mount Hermon, Mill Pond, Lakewood, Misty Hallow, Parsonsburg, Aydelotte Farm, and Westwood Commerce Park.

Our location

Map showing the location of Cactus Taverna on 2420 N Salisbury Blvd Ste 15 in Salisbury
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