Looking to dive into some tacos and margs this Cinco de Mayo? These Garden State spots are hosting fiestas aplenty.
NORTH JERSEY
Hudson Hall Marg Madness • Jersey City
Kick off Cinco de Mayo a little early. On Wednesday, May 1, Hudson Hall is lighting the fuse with Marg Madness, a margarita contest for local bartenders. Enjoy $8 margaritas all night long, plus merchandise giveaways.
364 Marin Boulevard, Jersey City; 201-659-6565
Cinco de Mayo Bar Crawl • Hoboken
Have some uproarious fun at some of Hoboken’s best bars. For a $5.50 ticket, enjoy a bevy of perks, including two free tacos, up to 50 percent discounts on exclusive drinks and a free sombrero.
221 Washington Street, Hoboken; 718-216-6677
Panela • Hoboken
Enjoy upbeat music and cocktails like La Jefa, Secreta de Abuela and La Playa. Book your table online in advance.
36-42 Newark Street, Hoboken; 201-238-2594
Chevys Fresh Mex • Clifton & Linden
On Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5, enjoy live music, specials on tacos and street corn, and drink deals starting at $5.
365 NJ-3, Clifton; 973-777-6277
1150 South Stiles Street, Linden; 908-862-9800
CENTRAL JERSEY
618 Restaurant • Freehold
Expand your skills behind the bar with a Cinco De Mayo cocktail class. Learn how to make three different kinds of margaritas. Snacks will be served, and swag bags come with tickets, which are $99 per person.
618 Park Avenue, Freehold; 732-577-0001
Fiesta De Mayo Cantina Crawl • Highlands
This May 4 event will include discounted food and drink specials at local Highlands restaurants, live mariachi bands and a margarita contest. The registration fee is $40.
Huddy Park, 301 Shore Drive, Highlands; 732-291-4713
Mathis House • Toms River
Chow down on a scrumptious Cinco de Mayo buffet at the historic Mathis House on Sunday, May 5. The menu includes a nachos and chili charcuterie, chili lime chicken, Mexican street corn, and much more. A five-piece mariachi band will perform. Tickets are $35 per person.
600 Main Street, Toms River; 732-818-7580
Meximodo • Metuchen
Meximodo boasts a selection of 1,000+ tequilas and mezcals, plenty of refreshing cocktails and many delectable menu items.
5 Pearl Street, Metuchen; 732-395-7767
Pachamama • Green Brook
Chose from more than 100 different flavor combinations to customize the margarita of your dreams.
215 Route 22 East, Green Brook; 732-200-5141
SOUTH JERSEY
Tropicana at Caesars • Atlantic City
Firewaters Saloon is offering $5 drink specials, including margaritas, Modelo drafts and tequila shooters. Looking for live music? Head to Casa Taco & Tequila Bar for traditional Mexican music performances, plus the stylings of DJ JJ.
2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City; 609-340-4000
MudHen Brewing Company • Wildwood
MudHen’s Cinco de Mayo celebration on Sunday, May 5, features live music (dance your heart out!), a special menu, margarita tastings and giveaways.
127 Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood; 609-846-7918
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