Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Pittsburgh!

Did you know: Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May in English, is a Mexican holiday that commemorates the anniversary of Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 over the French Empire! These days, many Americans join in on celebrating this holiday by appreciating Mexican food and drinks from locally-owned restaurants and businesses.

We’ve created a list of the best places for celebrating Cinco de Mayo in Pittsburgh this May, so round up your crew and get ready to enjoy tasty margaritas, tacos and more!

Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Pittsburgh

Emiliano's Mexican Restaurant & Bar

Emiliano’s operates six locations in the Pittsburgh area, all of which are great spots for celebrating Cinco de Mayo with some satisfying meals and mouthwatering margaritas! At its South Side location among others, you can enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner along with desserts and drinks, all with the Mexican flair and flavors that you crave.

They will have 5 DAYS of Cinco De Mayo Fiesta specials that yinz don’t want to miss out on! Plus, there will be drink specials, DJs, and they will even be doing their drawing to giveaway a Caribbean cruise!

Hours & Location

? 2557 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

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Cinco De Mayo Events to check out! ?

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Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl

Crawl it up for Cinco De Mayo in Southside! Registering and starting at Twelve Whiskey BBQ and then party through some of your Southside favorites! There will be $6 Teremana Tequila specials and other drink specials throughout the crawl.

Event Details
? May 5 | 7:00pm | 21+
?1222 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

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Howl at The Moon Cinco De Mayo Party

Time to rock out at Howl at the Moon! Music, Margs, and all the dancing you can handle! There will be drink specials and the Mexican Candy Shot to have a few of. Grab your besties and have a great time!

Event Details
? May 5 | 7:00pm | 21+
?125 7th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

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More Businesses to celebrate Cinco De Mayo at

Tepache Mexican Kitchen & Bar

“Tepache” is a name for a fermented pineapple drink that comes from southern Mexico. According to the team behind Tepache Mexican Kitchen & Bar, its complexity represents the love and care that goes into that goes into the spirit and cuisine of their family-owned restaurants. With chefs raised and trained in Mexico to offer unique perspectives for crafting authentic cuisine!

Their robust menu of classics and new interpretations of Mexican food and drinks is a perfect place to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Pittsburgh!

Hours & Location

? 926 Sheraton Drive, Mars, PA 16046

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El Burro

With locations on the North Side and in Regent Square, El Burro specializes in southern Californian and Baja Californian-style Mexican food. Pro-Tip: the shrimp diablo verde burritos and mahi-mahi tacos are slammin’!! El Burro also offers an impressive amount of vegan and vegetarian options, so everyone can enjoy some delicious, authentic Mexican food!

They will have Cinco De Mayo celebrations at both locations ALL DAY! El Burro also caters and still have some catering spots open for Cinco De Mayo.

Hours & Location

? 1108 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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Tocayo

Located in Shadyside, Tocayo is a taqueria and tequila bar that features a full menu of traditional Mexican classics! PLUS a focus on tacos: barbacoa, carnitas, al pastor, and even cauliflower and portabella mushroom, just to name a few. It also features a drink menu with tons of cocktails beyond the margarita that include tequila or even mezcal for the more adventurous.

Grab a marg and their absolutely delicious food with your besties to celebrate Cinco De Mayo this year. They will also have giveaways throughout the night!

Hours & Location

? 810 Ivy Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

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Round Corner Cantina

Lawrenceville hotspot Round Corner Cantina, believes that “it’s always summer at the cantina,” and it’s easy to feel like that’s true when you’re sipping on an artisan margarita in their oasis of a patio! With tons of sharables and delicious cocktails to enjoy, Round Corner Cantina is perfect for larger Cinco de Mayo parties (with a reservation of course!) Or even just poppin’ in for a casual meal to satisfy your craving for the flavors of Mexico.

Pro-tip: get their Paloma Negra or Spicy Watermelon cocktail, both are SO DELICIOUS!

Hours & Location

? 3720 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

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Cioppino

What?! Cinco De Mayo specials at an upscale restaurant and cigar bar? Yes please, sign us up immediately! There will be $5 freshly squeezed El Jimador margaritas AND $2 crispy shrimp or short rib tacos. Makin’ us drool already! Live your best life and bring your fam or the besties!

Hours & Location

? 3720 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

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We hope that this list of places to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Pittsburgh inspires you to support a local Mexican restaurant and enjoy a delicious, flavorful and authentic meal! If you’re hungry for even more fun things to do in the ‘Burgh, make sure you’re following us on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Pittsburgh!

Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Pittsburgh

Emiliano's Mexican Restaurant & Bar

Cinco De Mayo Events to check out! ?

Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl

Howl at The Moon Cinco De Mayo Party