It’s almost that time of year when we celebrate our favorite unofficial holiday — National Margarita Day. This year, it falls on a Wednesday, which makes for the perfect mid-week, hump-day treat. We searched the Charlotte area and beyond for the best margaritas and tequila-based cocktails to help you decide where to go. Here’s what we found:
Featured Favorite Charlotte Margaritas
Mariposa
500 S Tryon St.
A great choice for a pick-me-up with dinner is the Fuego Roca Tierra for a little sweet and spicy. Made with, watermelon shrub, house-made mango habanero syrup, and fresh watermelon. Colorful, IG worthy, and sure to have your taste buds dancing.
The Waterman Fish Bar
2729 South Blvd suite d (South End), 9615 Bailey Rd, Cornelius (LKN)
The Waterman Fish Bar is a great spot for delicious tequila based cocktails, year round. Our favorites are The Deckhand Рa spicy spin on a classic marg, made with Lunazul Tequila, Licor 43, grapefruit, agave, jalape̱o, and the Topside Treasure Рa sweet & salty rendition with a beautiful blue hue; made with Teremana Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, lime, agave, sea sugar rim, and a blue iceberg.
Sea Level
129 E 5th St.
The pair we never knew we needed, oysters and spicy margs. At Sea Level, order The Ghost Pepper Pommarita for a little spice and a whole lotta nice; made with Lunazul Blanco Tequila, Pama, triple sec, ghost pepper syrup, pomegranate juice, and lime.
Church & Union
127 N Tryon St. #8
In honor of National Margarita Day, Church and Union will be serving up their version of a margarita: the Ghost; with tequila, orange liqueur, lime, cucumber, and cayenne pepper.
Village Tavern
4201 Congress St.
This SouthPark favorite is a great spot to celebrate the holiday. Order the Top Shelf Margarita with Patrón® Reposado Tequila, Grand Marnier®, fresh lime juice, orange juice, citrus agave nectar, and orange salt. P.S. Margaritas are $2 off every Friday.
401 Social
401 E M.L.K. Jr Blvd
Gather at 401 Social, a perfect social spot in Uptown across the street from the NASCAR Hall of Fame. While you’re there, try their Charred Jalapeño Margarita with Tequila Blanco, chipotle, cilantro, and citrus.
Drift on Lake Wylie
315-M Lanyard Ln, Belmont
Sit lakeside with a margarita in hand to celebrate the holiday. At Drift on Lake Wylie, order the Dockside Margarita made with Blanco tequila, grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, roasted jalapeno syrup, and pomegranate juice.
The Pump House
575 Herrons Ferry Road, Rock Hill, SC
For a seasonal option, try the Spiced Peach Margarita at The Pump House in Rock Hill. Lunazul Reposado, Harlequin Orange Liqueur, spiced peach syrup, lemon sour, lime juice,
and peach bitters. Delicious.
Best Traditional Marg’s
Ruru’s Tacos & Tequila
715 Providence Road
Sometimes you just need a classic margarita on the rocks. Ruru’s Tacos + Tequila will be shaking up delicious margs all day on National Margarita Day, and every other day for that matter (it IS in their name after all).
Spindle Bar
1115 N Brevard St.
Celebrate National Margarita Day at Spindle Bar located inside Optimist Hall. Opt in for a traditional marg with Blanco Tequila, lime, agave, and sea salt.
Que Fresca
1500 W Morehead St. A
New to town, Que Fresca offers a variety of margaritas that are perfect to celebrate the holiday. Order a House Margarita by the glass or a pitcher, with the option to add a flavor for extra. Choose from strawberry, mango, pineapple, watermelon or blackberry. They also offer daily specials such as half off any tequila shot on Wednesdays and $6 large House Margaritas every Friday.
1900 Mexican Grill
1523 Elizabeth Ave., 5110 Park Rd #1e, (Charlotte)
At either location of 1900 Mexican Grill, choose from one of their fruity margaritas, or keep it classic with the house margarita. Pair it with an order of tacos for the perfect night out.
Chuy’s
7314 Waverly Walk Ave.
For National Margarita Day, enjoy specials on regular House Rocks ‘Ritas, House Frozen ‘Ritas (Lime, Strawberry, Swirl or Dot) and the limited-time Frozen White Peach Sangria – upgrade any to a Grande for just $2 more and keep the giveaway cup.
Cabo Fish Taco
3201 N Davidson St. & 11611 N Community House Rd., (Charlotte)
Low on funds? Then Cabo Fish Taco is the place to go for National Margarita Day. Order the El Cheapo for a fresh, tasty and super-easy on the pockets. They also have classic lime margaritas, sweet and fruity options, and top-shelf favorites to help celebrate the day.
Hot Taco
200 E Bland St. A
At Hot Taco, every Wednesday is a celebration. Enjoy half-priced premium margaritas every Wednesday, including National Margarita Day. Another popular option for margarita lovers is is the build-your-own margarita. Start off with a regular margarita and add your own flavor (passion fruit, mango, blood orange, huckleberry, raspberry, peach or strawberry), add a float (grand marnier, pama pomegranate, Licor 43, St. Elderflower, Midori or Chambord) and add a flip (coronita or Sparkling Brut). Yum.
El Toro
20930 Torrence Chapel Road, Cornelius
Celebrate the holiday in many ways at El Toro in Cornelius. Order a classic margarita on the rocks or frozen, both available by the pitcher, or a specialty margarita for only $12.99.
Best Spots for a Spicy Marg
Dot Dot Dot
4237 Park Road B
While you can certainly order a marg here, you can also enjoy this speakeasy’s take on a tequila cocktail Thai Pepper Paloma, made with reposado tequila, spicy ruby red syrup, lime, jarritos grapefruit soda and served over ice.
Mal Pan
4625 Piedmont Row Dr. 115 D
You can’t go wrong with a marg from Mal Pan. Add a kick to your margarita with their new Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita made with Lunazul Primero Tequila, Cointreau, cucumber, jalapeño, and housemade sour.
Paco’s Tacos & Tequila
6401 Morrison Blvd #8a
Toast the holiday with something spicy from Paco’s Tacos & Tequila by ordering the Poblano Chili Margarita made with three-pepper tequila, orange liqueur, lime, dry
vermouth, orange bitters & house sour.
El Thrifty
1115 N Brevard St. Suite #100
Located at Optimist Hall, El Thrifty knows how to make a delicious spicy margarita. P.S. for National Margarita Day, they will be celebrating all week long (from 2/22 – 2/26) with El Thrifty Lunazul Margarita Pitchers for $50 and First in Lunazul Flights: Blanco, Rep, Anejo, & Humoso Smoke.
Improper Pig
Rea Farms and Fort Mill, SC
Enjoy your BBQ with a kick at The Improper Pig. Try their spicy margarita made with House Infused Jalapeno Lunazul.
Taco Molino
1328 Broadcloth St. #102, Fort Mill, SC
Located in Fort Mill, Taco Molino offers a variety of options when it comes to ice-cold margaritas. Start with the El Classico on the rocks or frozen, and then try one of the specialties, such as the Smokey Margarita with Union Mezcal, Ancho Reyes, orange and lime juice, jalapeño and agave.
Something Out of the Ordinary
Bulla Gastrobar
4310 Sharon Road w01
For something light and refreshing, order the Lavender Margarita (Lunazul Blanco Tequila, lime juice, triple sec, lavender syrup) or the Spanish Margarita (Jimador Reposado, Amontillado sherry, triple sec, lime juice, agave nectar).
Taco Mama
2452 Park Road Suite C
A variety of margaritas can be found at Taco Mama in Dilworth, frozen and pitchers of on the rocks. Try delicious flavors like the spicy jalapeño margarita, a sweet pomegranate margarita, or the bubbles of the Prosecco fizz. View all options here.
800° Woodfired Kitchen
6815 Phillips Place Ct.
In SouthPark, 800° Woodfired Kitchen offers flavorful food and delicious margarita options to complete National Margarita Day. Head down for dinner and try the Margarita Ariel, with Don Julio Tequila, Cointreau, fresh strawberry reduction, sliced jalapeño, fresh lemon and lime juice. Delicious.
La Capital MX
1910 South Blvd
For something light and refreshing, try the Pineapple Ginger Margarita from the newly favorite La Capital MX in South End. Made with fresh pineapple juice, lime juice, diced ginger, and Mi Campo Reposado.
Bakersfield
1301 East Blvd
This East Boulevard spot features a variety of fruity margaritas, including a pineapple margarita with El Jimador Blanco, Licor 43, pineapple, agave nectar and fresh lime.
Tremont
2000 South Blvd #530
Located right on the rail trail in South End, Tremont offers good vibes, delicious food, and a boisterous patio to sip on margaritas. Order a Strawberry Margarita for all the spring vibes, made with Cazadores tequila, strawberry puree, and a splash of sour.
Bargarita
3221 N Davidson St.
Plenty of frozen and on the rocks margarita options can be found at Bargarita in NoDa, including their Champagne Lemonade Margarita with Blanco tequila, pink lemonade, lime juice, and champagne. Also, opt to build your own margarita pitcher for the table.
SouthBound
2433 South Blvd
Enjoy flavorful margarita options and delicious tacos everyday at SouthBound. Head there two days early to catch Mango Marg Mondays with $5 Mango Ritas and $25 Mango Rita Pitchers. Yum!
Fine & Fettle
4905 Barclay Downs Dr.
Fine & Fettle offers tequila-based cocktails created by David Schmidty that will certainly help you celebrate the holiday. Try the Rhurbarbo made with tequila, rhubarb, lime, tamarind, and Cointreau. Another favorite is the You’re my boy, Blue made with tequila, blueberries, basil, and lime.
