CT Guide To Cinco De Mayo 2023 Events, Bars, Specials, & Catering
What better way to kick off May than with a Cinco de Mayo FIESTA! Fruity, frosty or frozen Margaritas in a rainbow of flavors, tacos of every shape and size, gobs of perfectly creamy guacamole and…tequila. May 5th just happens to be a Friday this year, so let ‘er rip and party until the piñata hits the ground!
Fairfield County
Dom Memo-Westport
Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Don Memo, located in the original town hall is the heart of downtown Westport! Always a spot to enjoy creative Mexican fare that represents the true spirit of Mexico, for Cinco de Mayo, they will have food, drinks, prizes and live music on their patio (weather permitting). Festivities begin at 6:00 PM. Call for more information or just stop by!
La Taqueria-Darien
Established in 2019, La Taqueria will feature its ever so popular bluecorn tortilla tacos, spicy guacamole, premium tequilas, mezcals and their always popular margaritas for Cinco de Mayo 2023! They will be featuring their version of a Frozen Watermelon Margaritas, using only the best ingredients under the sun! Each and every La Taqueria margarita is made with Aldez Tequila. Make sure to stop by early, grab a seat and get ready to enjoy a fiesta of great food. La Taqueria will be open from 11am -10pm on Friday May 5th in both the Greenwich and Darien locations.
Tumu-Fairfield
Tümü brings you a fresh and healthy Mexican culinary experience. All their food is made from scratch with real Mexican ingredients and vibrant flavors. This is why “Tumu is where people meet Mexico”. This Cinco de Mayo, you won’t want to miss Tumu’s special menu which includes Jicama Tacos, Nachos with Chorizo, Carne Asada, Chicken Tinga or veggies, Shrimp Ceviche, fresh Margarita mixes and more for large or small fiestas. Check out their menu https://tumufoodtogo.com/5-de-mayo/ and order by May 1st by emailing tumufood@gmail.com or calling 203-858-7181.
Aquila’s Nest Vineyard-Newtown
Live Mariachi music from Trovadores De America and tacos from Smoke and Fire food truck for Cinco de Mayo! Get your tickets now for this festive evening!
Bar Rosso-Stamford
Tequila! Bar Rosso, in honor of Cinco de Mayo, will be hosting a 5-course Tequila Pairing Dinner on Saturday, May 6th with tequilas by Casa Dragones, Patron, Camarena and Illegal. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cinco-de-mayo-tequila-dinner-registration-609702114437
Cantina Mexicana-Norwalk, Stamford
www.cantinamex.com
Get ready to get your Tequila on with specials on Margaritas, shots and beer buckets of your choice. DJ Vaz and Cinco de Mayo giveaways round out the fun to start your weekend.
Cinco Loco Festival-Stamford
HIp-hop star French Montana and DJPaulyD headline this weekend event that takes place in Mill River Park in Downtown Stamford with a beer garden and margarita bar.
The Connecticut Edit-Fairfield County
Instagram @theconnecticutedit
Join them at boutique WEST in Westport on Friday, May 5th from 5:00pm-7:00pm for Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day shopping (fabulous jewelry and clothing)! They’ll have festive mocktails and cocktails, Mexican bites, Mayan chocolates and 10% of all proceeds from the event go the the American Cancer Society.
Don Carmelo’s Mexican Grill and Tequila Bar-Norwalk
www.doncarmelosmexicangrill.com
Live DJ, Cazadores and Patron giveaways (from 5pm-8pm), amazing tequila shots and food and margarita specials.
El Segundo-Norwalk
Not just one day, a weekend’s worth of Cinco de Mayo festivities! May 5th-7th, there will be food and drink specials, giveaway, shot girls and plenty of tastings.
Evarito’s-Norwalk
Party for Cinco de Mayo on Friday, May 5th! Check their website for details as they haven’t divulged the surprises yet…
Geronimo Tequila Bar-Fairfield
Geronimo will have a live Mariachi band from 4-6pm and DJ beginning at 10pm, food and drink specials, tented outdoor party with a bar and a new margarita to-go kit. Make reservations online.
La Calle Arepa Bar-Norwalk
For Cinco de Mayo, celebrate Venezuelan-style: Tacos in plantain shells, homemade guacamole with plantain chips for dipping, and $5 Margaritas in delish flavors: Tamarind, Hibiscus, Passion Fruit, Mango, Peach, Lime and Strawberry. It’s going to be hard to choose.
Milestone-Georgetown
Celebrate not one but two great events-Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby with their Cinco de Derby! May 5th and 6th-Juleps, margs, derby hats and sombreros-they’ve got it all.
Mil Sabores-Bridgeport
Instagram @milsaboresct
Hosting their FIRST annual Cinco de Mayo block party! 2043 Fairfield Avenue in Bridgeport (rear parking lot) with food trucks, plenty of margaritas, Micheladas and fun. Starting at 2pm and going until the piñata drops.
Palmer’s Market-Darien
Gourmet-to-go for your fiesta! From platters of Chipotle Chicken Cornbread Cakes and Empanadas to Tamales and a family-sized Enchilada dinner to Tres Leches, Flan and a Dulce de leche Cheesecakes, your delicious party awaits.
Sono 1420-Norwalk
Their Threesome Ready-to-Mix Margaritas are fiesta ready-just open, pour in unison and a perfect cocktail is at your fingertips! Made with Blue Agave Tequila, fresh lime and lemon juices and Triple Sec with Agave Nectar. Sold in packs of 3 or individually.
Tomatillo Taco Joint-Cos Cob, Stamford
Cinco de Mayo catering covers everything you need for a fiesta-Margaritas to go, a giant Taco spread, a take-home Taco Bar, Burritos, Enchiladas, chips and guac, dips and sides and even dessert.
Hartford County
Agave Grill-Hartford
Join Agave Grill for live music by DJ Skillz, door prizes, giveaways, and Casamigos and Don Julio drink specials! Pre-Order one of their Taco Kits, Fajita Kits, Margaritas by the Quart, or Mucho Fiesta Platter for Cinco de Mayo by 12pm on Thursday. May 4th and be entered to win a $100 gift card. Call to order: (860) 882-1557
Margaritas Mexican-East Hartford
As they are saying, go on a Cinco-cation! Starting Tuesday, May 2nd, they’ll be having daily specials and a change to win either free dinner for a year or a trip to Mexico! To let you down easy, they are also having a Day After Fiesta party on Saturday, May 6th.
Rosa Mexicano-West Hartford
Starting Monday, May 1st through Thursday, May 4th, Rosa Mexicano will offer half-priced tacos after 8pm in anticipation of Cinco De Mayo. On Friday May 5, Rosa Mexicano’s speciality drink, Fiesta Fuel-a 60oz. frozen pomegranate/lime margarita topped with Grand Marnier-will be the star of the show! Full menu/events online.
TJs Burritos-East Granby
To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo, TJ’s Burritos will have $5 House Margaritas all day and all Tacos are buy 3, get 1 free.
Toro Azteca Mexican Cantina-Manchester
Tacos and cold and frosty margaritas are the name of the game for Cinco de Mayo, along with live music, giveaways and some Cinco surprises!
Litchfield County
At the Corner-Litchfield
Cinco de Mayo popup with the vulgar chef on May 4th to kick off the weekend! Special menu with Beefaroni empanadas, Crab Rangoon nachos, Spicy Ahi tacos,Twinkie Churros and more. Taco and drink specials also all weekend long at ATC South St.
Middlesex County
Coyote Blue Tex Mex Cafe-Middletown
Celebrate ALL Cinco de Mayo weekend, from May 5th-May 7th. The countdown has already started, though, so get to Coyote Blue for giveaways, food and drink specials to celebrate. They are known for their Margaritas and, by the way, they have over 120 Tequilas and Mezcals behind the bar.
Cuckoo’s Nest-Old Saybrook
They are on the countdown to Cinco de Mayo with Margarita, Limonada, and Taco specials each day starting May 1-4. On May 5th, join them for the biggest Fiesta of the year-they’ll be featuring Cancion Tequila, with drinks all day, live music and more.
New Haven County
Camacho Garage-New Haven
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 5 with a live Mariachi band (7-9pm), food and cocktail specials, special margarita to-go kits and an extended party at the Patio bar. Reservations online.
Chacra Pisco-New Haven
Five days of Cinco de Mayo festivities…join the countdown, where each days brings a different special. Their May 5th Fiesta will have a photo booth, outdoor bar, face painting, piñata, dancing and a Mariachi band.
Geronimo Tequila Bar-New Haven
Geronimo will have a live Mariachi band from 4-6pm and DJ beginning at 10pm, food and drink specials, tented outdoor party with a bar and a new margarita to-go kit. Make reservations online.
Tomatillo Taco Joint-New Haven
Cinco de Mayo catering covers everything you need for a fiesta-Margaritas to go, a giant Taco spread, a take-home Taco Bar, Burritos, Enchiladas, chips and guac, dips and sides and even dessert.
New London County
The IRONS Restaurant & Bar at Hilton Mystic-Mystic
For Cinco de Mayo, The IRONS will feature Mojo Pulled Pork-pork shoulder brined and slow-cooked with citrus, peppers, onion, and cilantro, served with red beans and rice, and corn tortillas. Beverage Special- Casamigos Margaritas!
Margaritas Mexican-Mystic
As they are saying, go on a Cinco-cation! Starting Tuesday, May 2nd, they’ll be having daily specials and a change to win either free dinner for a year or a trip to Mexico! To let you down easy, they are also having a Day After Fiesta party on Saturday, May 6th.
Novelle-Uncasville
Sip and Salsa the night away by learning dance steps from Dancing with the Stars Val Chmerkovskiy and enjoying a taco bar, pedaling a Patron bike to make a margarita and of course, more dancing!
Tolland County
Coyote Flaco-Hartford, Mansfield
The patio will be open (weather permitting, of course) and the drinks will be flowing, as they will be serving up Cinco de Mayo drink specials from 12 noon-9pm! No reservations, just come on down.
