Cactus Club Cafe Announces Expansion to South Florida
Vancouver-Based Restaurant Group Brings Its Signature Energy to Miami, With Plans for Multiple Openings
MIAMI, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cactus Club Cafe, the acclaimed Vancouver-based restaurant group, has announced its upcoming Florida debut, opening its first location in Downtown Miami in late 2025. The highly anticipated Miami opening will mark the 35th location for the celebrated North American brand, promising a fresh and vibrant addition to the city's ever-evolving hospitality landscape.
"Miami's energy and style align perfectly with the Cactus vision for elevated everyday dining," said Andrew Latchford, President of Cactus Club Cafe. "The city's energy and passion for exceptional hospitality make it the perfect home for our first Florida location. This marks an exciting chapter in our U.S. expansion, alongside our upcoming openings in Boston and Houston."
Setting the new standard in modern dining, Cactus Club Cafe will open in the heart of Downtown Miami at Citigroup Center—an 810,000-square-foot, 34-story trophy tower located at the corner of Biscayne Boulevard and Southeast 2nd Street. With unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay and direct access to Bayfront Park, the building's dynamic location offers an unbelievable setting for the first South Florida opening.
"We are delighted to welcome Cactus Club Cafe to Citigroup Center, further enhancing the diverse offerings within our premier downtown Miami office building," said Ana Castro, General Manager for Citigroup Center. "We are proud to host their first Florida location and look forward to Cactus injecting a fresh energy into the area, creating a sought-after dining destination for our tenants and the broader Miami community."
Cactus Club Cafe will deliver a fresh take on elevated hospitality, creating a sense of occasion with an upbeat, stylish vibe fueled by energetic music, magnetic people, and spaces that feel as good as they look. Promising bold, refined dishes that are fresh yet familiar, the chef-driven menu at Cactus Club Cafe will be helmed by Executive Chef Greg McCallum and the Test Kitchen, a passionate collective of culinary experts that develop Cactus dishes.
Cactus Club Cafe is currently building its Miami opening team and will be hosting hiring events throughout the summer, with the first being on Friday, June 27th. Driven individuals looking to join a dynamic and growing brand are encouraged to attend and learn more about available opportunities or explore careers online at CactusClubCafe.com/hiring-united-states.
"This is an incredible opportunity to join a leading restaurant brand as we launch our first Florida location," said Brendon Sequeira, Regional Manager of Cactus Club Cafe Miami. "We're building something special here, and it starts with our people. If you're passionate about creating exceptional experiences, driven to excel, and eager to be part of our opening team in Miami, where you'll have space to grow your career, we want to hear from you."
Cactus Club Cafe will be located at Citigroup Center, 201 S. Biscayne Blvd., Unit 150, Miami, FL 33132. For more information visit CactusClubCafe.com.
About Cactus Club CafeFounded in 1988 in Vancouver, Canada, Cactus Club Cafe delivers elevated everyday dining across 33 locations, with the 34th opening in Boston later this year, and Miami Downtown being the 35th. For over 30 years, we've delivered standout experiences—where atmosphere, consistency, and attention to detail are second to none. Our vibe is upbeat and stylish—fueled by energetic music, magnetic people, and spaces that feel as good as they look. Our chef-driven menu delivers bold, refined dishes with something for every craving. Fresh yet familiar, it's easy to love and easy to come back to. Every visit to Cactus is an occasion that reminds guests why we're the forever first choice. For more information, visit CactusClubCafe.com or follow us on Instagram @CactusClubCafe & @CactusClubCafeMiami.
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