From weeklong dining specials and mariachi performances to tequila- and taco-fueled parties, read on for 15-plus ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo (which falls on a Friday!) in Phoenix and beyond.
Joyride Taco House
Gilbert and Phoenix
Joyride Taco House celebrates Cinco de Mayo from May 5 to May 7. In addition to festive décor, a mobile bar and extended seating, guests can savor Huss Rio Salado Mexican Lager, a specialty tequila-based Island Time cocktail and tempting tacos (of course). If that’s not enough, all margaritas, ranch waters, beer pitchers and wines by the glass are $6 until 5 p.m. each day. Or bring the party home as Joyride offers the Cruiser Pack to-go which includes a choice of braised meat, tortillas, veggies for garnish, rice, beans, guacamole, chips and salsa and six classic churros. For more information, visit www.joyridetacohouse.com.
Huss Brewing Co.
Phoenix and Scottsdale
Each location of Huss Brewing Co. is dishing up a variety of delicious ways to ring in Cinco de Mayo. At Papago, enjoy a Sonoran Dog for $12.90; at the Brewpub in Downtown Phoenix, savor elote for $8, “wet” burritos for $14 and more; and, Uptown, enjoy nachos for $20, Sonoran Dog for $15 and elote dip for $6. Plus, order a bucket of Rio Salado for $20 at all three Huss Brewing Co. locations. For more information, visit www.hussbrewing.com.
Blanco Cocina + Cantina
Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tucson
From May 1 through May 7, all Blanco Cocina + Cantina locations will celebrate with a special cocktail menu and live music from mariachis and DJs (differs by location). Dig into the Mi Casa Su Casa ($25), which is a round of four mini margs and a bucket of four cold Dos XX Lagers, or the Lightning Round ($25), featuring Blanco’s signature guacamole and a bucket of four cold Dos XX Lagers, as well as other tempting specials. For more information, visit blancococinacantina.com.
Kitsune Brewing Co.
Phoenix
Starting at noon on May 5, Kitsune Brewing Co. celebrates Cinco de Mayo in Phoenix with tacos from Monks’ Cheese food truck and, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., live music. The brewery will also be tapping its popular margarita sour, Kitsuneville, complete with salt on the rim. This festive brew will canned and available to take home in four packs for $25. For more information, visit kitsunebrewingco.com.
Skysill Rooftop Lounge at The Westin Tempe
Tempe
On Cinco de Mayo from 2 to 7 p.m., guests of Skysill Rooftop Lounge at The Westin Tempe will get in the spirit with limited-time holiday menu specials including street tacos ($5), carne asada nachos ($16), $5 Skysill passion fruit margaritas, $5 Espolon Tequila shots, $5 Corona Premier Beer and more, in addition to DJ tunes. For more information, visit skysillrooftop.com.
Rise Uptown Hotel
Phoenix
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Phoenix at Rise Uptown Hotel with a party at Lylo Swim Club from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy taco platters, chips and guac and $10 Patron margaritas, plus kick back poolside while listening to the DJ spin starting at 11 a.m. There will also be a photo booth by PARC PHX on-site. Daybeds and lounge chairs start at $50 and $150, respectively, and can be reserved here.
CRUjiente Tacos
Phoenix
Enjoy an all-day happy hour at the bar and happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. until closing in the dining room at CRUjiente Tacos. This Cinco de Mayo in Phoenix, savor crunchy beef tacos ($6), Premiere CRU Margarita ($8), crunchy pork tacos ($5) and the special 5 hop Hazy IPA, available on Cinco de Mayo. For more information, visit www.crutacos.com.
Taqueria Factory
Chandler
For Cinco de Mayo, Taqueria Factory will serve 20-oz. draft beers ($5) and fresh handcrafted Micheladas ($5). The eatery will also be serving a $15 meal special with a 16-oz. draft beer to sip on the side. Plus, all day, Taqueria Factory will play music from a DJ and will host raffles, giveaways, beer samples, free T-shirts and more. For more information, visit www.taqueriafactory.com.
Someburros
Various
Someburros will offer Cinco de Mayo specials throughout the week for “Five Days of Cinco,” starting on Monday, May 1. The limited promotions will vary depending on the day, kicking off the week with red and green chili beef burros ($4 each). On May 2, specially priced crispy tacos ($2.50) will be on the menu. On Wednesday, May 3, savor $3 off pollo fundido burros, with a limit of five per order. Thursday’s special will feature $2 off bean and cheese burros. The final deal of the week, enjoy $3 off frozen margaritas on Cinco de Mayo. For more information, visit www.someburros.com.
The Mexicano
Scottsdale
On May 5, The Mexicano is offering special deals on drinks along with its social media famous piñata margaritas. Order a mini Modelo or mini Corona for $5 each, or the Margarita Bucket ($32) will pair well with interactive tequila and mezcal carts. For more information, visit www.themexicano.com.
Thirsty Lion Gastropub
Various
Starting at 11 a.m., Thirsty Lion Gastropub (with four Valley locations) will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo with specialty cuisine and cocktails. To pair with the likes of Baja fish tacos and pork carnitas, specialty drinks include blood orange margarita, fresh fruit sangria and a tequila flight with Casamigos Blanco, Sauza Hornitos Reposado and Don Julio Anejo. For more information, visit www.thirstyliongastropub.com.
Z’Tejas
Scottsdale and Chandler
Z’Tejas’ Cinco for Cinco event is back with $5 house margaritas, a DJ starting at 5 p.m., a piñata and enticing giveaways. For more information, visit ztejas.com.
Kona Grill
Gilbert and Scottsdale
Fiesta all day long on Cinco de Mayo with delish $5 specials, including fish tacos, shrimp tacos and margaritas, at Kona Grill. For more information, visit www.konagrill.com.
Macayo’s Mexican Food
Various
In honor of Cinco de Mayo, Macayo’s Mexican Food locations around the Valley are hosting its “Cinco de Macayo” fiestas! All day long, guests can enjoy the restaurant’s signature Macayo Chimi available a la carte for just $10, with guests’ choice of shredded beef or shredded chicken. Drink specials include $8 Cinco margarita, $3 Dos XX and more. For more information, visit macayo.com.
Ling’s Wok Shop
Scottsdale
Just before Cinco de Mayo, Ling’s will host a multi-course dinner in partnership with Tequila Corrido on Wednesday, May 3, at 6:30 p.m. The carefully crafted meal will be paired with tequila cocktails that blend nicely with the bold Asian flavors. The four-course menu is $85 per person, plus gratuity and tax. For more information, visit www.lingswok.shop
STK Steakhouse
Scottsdale
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at STK Steakhouse in Scottsdale with all-day specials: $5 shots of Don Julio, Volcan, Patron, Espolon or Milagro, $5 beef or tuna tacos, and $25 shots of Cincora Anejo. For more information, visit stksteakhouse.com.
Mariachi Sol De Meìxico de Joseì Hernaìndez
Phoenix
The Madison Center for the Arts presents a celebration of fun, upbeat and classic Mexican music from Mariachi Sol De Meìxico de Joseì Hernaìndez. The platinum-selling mariachi band will return to Arizona on May 5 at 7 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.themadison.org.
Diego Pops
Scottsdale
Complete with a full extension into the parking lot for more room to party, the all-day fiesta at Old Town’s Diego Pops include will include live entertainment from local DJs and tequila samplings available throughout the day. Guests can enjoy happy hour specials from 3 until 6 p.m. The party begins at 10 a.m. and will be 21-plus after 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.diegopops.com.
Salt and Lime Modern Mexican Grill
Scottsdale
Salt and Lime Modern Mexican Grill is celebrating its ninth anniversary just in time for Cinco de Mayo! The Cinco de Mayo party is complete with a floor-to-ceiling restaurant transformation including an archway lined with colorful pinatas as you enter the restaurant. During the celebration, guests can choose from $9 your choice items from 3 to 6 p.m., including smoked chicken poppers, diablo eggs, chimis, nachos and more. For more information, visit www.saltandlimeaz.com.
Wine Girl
Scottsdale
Wine Girl in Scottsdale will be offering all-day specials including specialty Cinco de Mayo cocktails and pink sprinkle churros. For more information, visit winegirl.com.
Squire Resort at the Grand Canyon
Tusayan
Squire Resort at the Grand Canyon is partnering with the Town of Tusayan for a free Cinco de Mayo Celebration on May 5 from 3 to 7 p.m. Visitors can enjoy a live mariachi band and activities like pinatas for the kids, lawn games, indoor and outdoor swimming with a dive-in-movie and discounted bowling. In addition, Squire Resort will have a specialty holiday menu. This event is open to the public and hotel guests. For more information, visit www.grandcanyonsquire.com.
Pedal Haus Brewery
Various
Pedal Haus Brewery offers festive drink deals–$7 house margaritas, $7 Marg Garten which is a mix of the house margarita and Pedal Haus sourgarten beer, $5 Pedal Haus Mexican Amber beers and $5 Micheladas–from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. on May 5. For more information, visit www.pedalhausbrewery.com.
Toca Madera
Scottsdale
From noon to 1 a.m., Toca Madera in Scottsdale dishes up specialty cocktails and specials (like shrimp tacos, lobster enchiladas and more), and the restaurant’s signature fire dancers, DJ’s and more. For more information, visit www.tocamadera.com/reservations.
The Mission
Scottsdale
The Mission in both Old Town and Kierland Commons offers its chef-crafted corrido burrito in honor of the holiday, brimming with slow-simmered adobo pork and smokey potatoes. On the side, an optional cerveza ($20) and tequila shot ($25) to wash it down. For more information, visit www.themissionaz.com.
Sushi Roku
Scottsdale
Sushi Roku in Scottsdale offers a special Cinco de Mayo sip: Muerte Por Wasabi ($18). The Instagram-worthy concoction is available from May 5 to May 11. For more information, visit sushiroku.com.