Just in case you needed an excuse to order a round of chips, salsa and a fresh squeezed margarita, Cinco de Mayo is coming up this Tuesday and is the perfect excuse for a mid-week fiesta.  We’ve got the scoop on what’s going on at Charlotte’s go-to Mexican restaurants and fun Cinco de Mayo events you won’t want to miss.
Cantina 1511
4271 – B Park Road and
7708 Rea Road – Stonecrest
cantina1511refried.com
The celebration starts Saturday and runs thru Tuesday at the Park Road and Stonecrest Cantina’s. Â Some great drink specials at one of Charlotte’s popular upscale Mexican spots.
Maverick Rock Taco
1513 Montford Drive
xeniahospitality.com
Wander down to Montford for a taste of tex-med with a rock and roll flair. Â Sit out on their patio and order up a round of “The Most Interesting Margaritas” or take advantage of their drink specials.
Bakersfield Tacos & Tequila
1301 East Blvd
bakersfieldtacos.com
While their party officially kicks off of Saturday, Bakersfield is sure to have a great crowd at it’s Dilworth location. Â Known for their street taco sampling and pitchers of freshly squeezed margaritas, this is a sure thing.
Chuy’s Charlotte
4310 Sharon Rd
chuys.com
It’s a patio party at Chuy’s in South Park.  Start off with their free nacho car from 4PM-7PM and enjoy their drink specials.  We’ve heard a good bet is the Chuy’s Brew: a frozen margarita with a Coronito upturned inside.
La Paz
1100 Metropolitan Ave
lapazcharlotte.com
La Paz in the heart of the Metropolitan is the self-proclaimed “home” of Cinco de Mayo in Charlotte, and why shouldn’t they own it? Â They have been celebrating with us since 1979, after all. Â Grab a seat on their patio, a $5 margarita and one of the favorite house dishes for a complete fiesta.
1900 Mexican Grill
1523 Elizabeth Ave.
1900mexicangrill.com
The name says it all! Â Head on over to 1900 Mexican Grill in Elizabeth for drinks specials on margaritas, tequila and beer, with a specialty tequila-infused brew by Triple C Brewing. Â There will be live music by local band Hot Sauce and plenty of chips and salsa to go around.
Texicali Taco & Tequila Bar
900 NC Music Factory Blvd.
texicalicharlotte.com
Texicali is serving up a Cinco de Mayo party with a chance to get you a ticket to paradise. Â In addition to food and drink specials all night, live music and a DJ, they’re raffling off TWO trips to Cabo throughout the night. Â It’s about time for a vaca.
Vida Cantina
210 E Trade St
charlotte.vidacantina.com
Head into Uptown for Vida’s celebration kicking off this Saturday with Chihuahua races on Saturday night benefitting The Charlotte Humane Society. Â The party continues on Tuesday with drink specials and some of the finest Mexican fare in town.
Cabo Fish Taco
3201 North Davidson Street
cabofishtaco.com
This NoDa favorite will be enticing charlotte taco lovers this Cinco de Mayo with their taco stand and tequila bar classics. Â Come enjoy the fun atmosphere and the perfectly crafted seafood, steak, chicken and vegetarian options.
