The historical context of Cinco de Mayo references the Mexican army's victory over France during the Franco-Mexican War in 1862. For many, especially in the United States, it has become a day that people celebrate with Mexican food and margaritas—the day is not as widely celebrated in Mexico. For the occasion, on May 5, restaurant chains and brands are offering deals on tacos and drinks so you can partake respectfully. Cheers!
Prefer celebrating at home? Try these Mexican hot sauces or Mexican beers to honor the day.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Moe’s Southwest Grill is offering five times rewards points on all orders throughout the day. If you're not a Moe Rewards member already, no worries, simply download the app and sign up before you order to receive the offer.
Don Julio
Don Julio is dropped off $125,000 worth of "Don Julio Cincos" (physical and digital vouchers designed by Mexican artist Claudio Límon) which each one unlocking $5 that consumers can spend at a local bar or restaurant on Cinco de Mayo. The Cincos are available through May 5 and can be claimed in a couple of ways. When you see the Don Julio Cinco on Instagram stories (where 3,000 will be available per day to be redeemed through your Venmo account), be sure to swipe up to claim. If you're located in Los Angeles, you can also find a Tequila Don Julio ATM in Los Angeles at 8507 Melrose Ave in West Hollywood where up to 1,000 Don Julio Cincos will be available each day. You can win up to 10 Don Julio Cincos (worth $50) and each one will feature a special QR code and PIN to redeem to your Venmo account.
Hornitos
This Cinco, Hornitos Tequila is inviting adventurous fans aged 21+ to take the chance to pursue their own shots in-store and on social media, with the opportunity to win more than $40,000 USD in experiences, prizes, and adventures. This includes surprise destination trips with airfare, activities, and hotel accommodations all included. To learn more about the 'Call The Shots' giveaway, fans can head to CallTheShotsGiveaway.com.
Modelo
The Mexican beer brand will be giving away $250,000 worth of beer in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Fans can visit ModeloCincodeMayo.dja.com or follow @ModeloUSA on social to learn how they can enter to win a $10 e-gift free Modelo beer through May 4.
Jose Cuervo
For the chance to have Cuervo cover the bill on your Cinco de Mayo feast, just tweet a photo of your receipt that includes a tip of 20 percent or more alongside the hashtag #TipsyForCinco to @JoseCuervo. Daily winners will be randomly selected and reimbursed for their food orders via Venmo. The promotion will be running through May 9 via Twitter entry, with another chance for fans to participate from May 10 through May 31 by uploading their receipts to cuervo.com/tipsyforcinco. Throughout the #TipsyForCinco program, Cuervo will reimburse thousands of meals for fans who generously tip their delivery person.
Cholula Hot Sauce
To ensure your Cinco de Mayo celebration is filled with authentic Mexican goodness, Cholula is offering replacement burritos on May 5 with the codeword ‘BURRITODOWN’ on the DoorDash app and online at thousands of national and local restaurants across the United States. Consumers can use this to unlock $20 toward any order that includes a burrito–with no delivery fees. Plus, a mini bottle of Cholula will be included to spice up all your Cinco de Mayo favorites. While supplies last, the burrito insurance will take place in participating restaurants in select cities across the country: Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, and New York City.
Jimmy John's
Beginning Monday, May 3rd, guests can get five bucks off orders of twenty dollars or more spent at Jimmy John’s. Use promo code “5OFF20” daily now through June 13 before placing an order online or via Jimmy John’s App for curbside pickup or contactless delivery to their door.
STK Steakhouse
The steakhouse is inviting guests to take a break in honor of Cinco de Mayo with half-priced Spiced Watermelon Margaritas. Available on May 5 at all locations nationwide, the Spice Watermelon is one of STK’s most popular signature cocktails.
Kona Grill
Kona Grill is serving up in-restaurant deals on its most popular margaritas and to-go kits for those that wish to at home. Kona Grill will be offering $3 fish tacos and deals on popular margaritas in-restaurant like the Casamigos Margarita, Skinny Margarita, Watermelon Margarita, House Margarita, and Margarita Flights. Kona Grill’s popular Margarita Kits To Go will also be available for $49 (enough for four people) and includes margarita mix, lime, 375ml Lunazul Blanco Tequila, and cups.
Bartaco
You can get a special Cinco de Mayo kit from the brand that feeds four-to-six people and includes: two taco fillings (makes 16 tacos), three sides, salsa verde, and chips. Pick from either our veggie kit or our carne kit, with or without margs. In addition to delicious bites, each Cinco Kit comes with special bartaco swag including a reusable tote, cocktail shaker, koozies, sunglasses, 12oz plastic cups, sticker sheet, and temporary tattoos. As a pro tip, we recommend ordering ahead as all orders must be placed before end of day on May 4. Cinco Kits start at $77 and can be ordered online at bartaco.com/cincokits2021 while supplies last.
7-Eleven
7-Eleven is offering 7Rewards members a small Slurpee drink for just $1 plus four free mini tacos only on May 5. Choose from your favorite Slurpee flavors or try one of two featured springtime Slurpee flavors. Options include Peach Perfect and Mountain Dew Major Melon.
Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant
Abuelo’s is teaming up with No Kid Hungry to raise money to help end childhood hunger. The restaurant will make $1 donations to No Kid Hungry for every Flag Margarita and El Jefe Margarita sold. Flag Margaritas will be served in a souvenir "Party Ball" that guests can keep and those that order the El Jefe will receive a complimentary Cuervo Margarita Shaker. Additionally, The La Grandeza Margarita, Sangria Rocks, and Grande Mexican Draft beer will all be discounted to $5.
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