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No one does Cinco de Mayo better than Houston's Tex-Mex restaurants.

There are so many Cinco de Mayo festivities and only one day to celebrate. Houston restaurants are upping their game, offering an abundance of choices to celebrate the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla in 1852. If you're having trouble deciding where to go, here are some top picks for delicious food and fun.

Mandito's Tex-Mex locations will have an all-day Happy Hour to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Diners can enjoy discounts on a select menu of favorites, beer, bottles of wine, and their delicious margaritas, including the seasonal favorite, Bluebonnet. manditostexmex.com

Valencia's Tex-Mex Garage The restaurant’s Oak Forest location offers a unique way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Their Cinco De Derby on May 4th and 5th combines two of our favorite May events into one big party. Valencia's Cinco De Derby festivities will feature cocktail promotions, specialty-themed drinks, and giveaways. 

Valencia's is a family-owned and operated business that carries on their parent's tradition of great food and warm hospitality. Don't forget to check out the Gonzo247 mural and enjoy a drink on the restaurant's outdoor patio. texmexgarage.com

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style at Flora Mexican Kitchen. Known for its signature chandeliers and gorgeous views of Lost Lake, Flora's is as much about the atmosphere as the delicious Mexican food. 

This year, the restaurant is offering discounts on their namesake margaritas as well as mariachi music and dancers from 4:30 to 6 pm on May 5. Houstonians can get Flora's Cinco de Mayo vibes year-round via their new taco cart and catering program. florahouston.com/catering

  • Photo courtesy of Valencia’s Tex-Mex Garage
  • Photo courtesy of Valencia’s Tex-Mex Garage
  • Photo courtesy of Valencia’s Tex-Mex Garage
  • Photo courtesy of Valencia’s Tex-Mex Garage
  • Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with delicious appetizers at Mandito's.  Photo by Mackenzie Kelly Smith
  • Street tacos al pastor. Photo by Kirsten Gilliam
  • Flora's main dining room. Photo by Kirsten Gilliam
  • Flora owner, Grant Cooper.  Photo by Kirsten Gilliam
  • Sopecitos, queso, and guacamole. Photo by Kirsten Gilliam

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