Cinco De Mayo is more than just a commemoration of Mexico's victory over the French at Puebla. It's also a time to celebrate Mexican culture, heritage, food, and drink! If you want to join in on the festivities, here are 6 local Mexican restaurants that are doing something special for Cinco De Mayo this May 5th.
1. Cocina Mexicana
Voted Barrie’s Best Mexican Restaurant in 2022, Cocina Mexicana offers up all you can eat breakfast, lunch and dinner, all the time! But it isn’t a buffet. This authentic mexican restaurant brings smaller portions of famous dishes right to your table. Each made fresh, served hot, and delivered with genuine Mexican hospitality.
If eat-in isn’t what you’re looking for, you can also order their 5 De Mayo platter with rice, salad, tacos and enchiladas for just $29.99.
2. Mexhico
Mexhico, a plant-based mexican inspired restaurant, is hosting a Cinco De Mayo party this Friday. The event will include drink specials like $5.99 house beers and $3.99 tequila shots, as well as delicious food, and fun games! If you’re heading over with a large group, be sure to make reservations in advance!
3. BarBurrito
If you're looking for some fast, fresh and inexpensive Mexican eats this Friday, BarBurrito is celebrating with burritos starting at $5 at all of there locations across Canada including their Barrie restaurant!
4. Quesada
Quesada is celebrating Cinco De Mayo on May 5 with regular burritos for $5.99!
5. Mucho Burrito
Mucho Burrito is another chain that is celebrating on May 5th with burritos are starting at $6.99.
6. 5 Star Burrito
If you’re in the mood for a burrito but are craving authentic Mexican flavour, be sure to check out 5 Star Burrito! Located at the Five Points in downtown Barrie, each meal is made with fresh local ingredients. And every purchase comes with free churos and coffee.
If you’re looking to celebrate with your family this Cinco De Mayo, 5 Star also have family burrito and taco boxes for just $44.
With so many restaurants celebrating Cinco de Mayo, Barrie is truly something to "taco" bout.
