by Molly Priesmeyer - 262 Reviews - 117 List
Cinco de Mayo officially commemorates the victory of Mexico over France in 1862, but let's face it--it's really an excuse to party on a Wednesday. Ready for some cervezas and tequila? See the best places in the Twin Cities to celebrate on May 5.
Updated: April 29, 2010
With some of the cheapest after-work and late-night happy hours in the Twin Cities, this Eat Street Mexican joint promises plenty to celebrate on May 5, including Cinco de Mayo drink and food specials all night long.
The Cinco de Mayo celebration promises to be one of the largest in the United States, serving up music, dancing, a low-rider parade and more. This is as authentic as it gets.
Another favorite Eat Street eatery, Salsa a la Salsa offers up traditional Mexican fare and some of the best margaritas around. Everything is served up fresh and delicious here, including the must-have guacamole.
Not far from St. Paul's day-long Cinco de Mayo celebration, Boca Chica restaurant offers an expansive menu and a glimpse into one of the Twin Cities' most vibrant immigrant neighborhoods.
Dine in at this Lake Street favorite, gorging on sopas, tacos, quesidillas and every sort of delicious, cheesy and hearty Mexican dish under the sun, before heading upstairs to the nightclub where the best dancers don their cowboy hats and alligator boots for a dancing celebration.
You might not be able to dance under the moon in Mexico, but you can get a little taste of that sweet border saltwater at La Sirena Gorda. The lovingly made dishes here come straight from the sea, and straight from the recipe book of the owner's fisherman grandpa.
