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Top Bars To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo 2015 In South Florida

Celebrating El Día de la Batalla de Puebla or The Day of the Battle of Puebla, which commemorates Mexico's improbable victory over the French military on May 5, 1862. This is often confused wit Mexico's Independence Day which falls on September 16. Cinco de Mayo is one of the most popular holidays among Latinos in the United States. With so many great options to choose from, finding the most authentic spots to celebrate Cinco De Mayo in South Florida could be quite the task until now.
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Los Magueyes
6870 N.W. 169th St.
Hialeah, Florida 33015
(305) 364-0051
www.facebook.com/Los-Magueyes-Mexican-Restaurant

With two convenient locations in Hialeah and Bird Road, Los Magueyes might be south Florida's best-kept secret for those looking for an authentic Mexican experience that won't break the bank. Its slogan, "Mexican Homemade Cooking," has had a resounding effect within the community as it's widely considered one of the most accurate representations of Mexican cuisine the Sunshine State has to offer. With Cinco de Mayo on the horizon, Los Magueyes is gearing up for an enormous fiesta, offering mouthwatering traditional dishes and some of the best drink specials in south Florida.

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Taqueria Morelia
1875 N.E. 8th St.
Homestead, Florida 33033
(305) 247-0877
www.taqueriamorelia.com

The city of Homestead is home to some of the largest Mexican population in all of south Florida. There's no shortage of options to celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2015 here. Taqueria Morelia has to be included among the top destinations as it is the place for some of the best tacos in the peninsula. These tacos are made with thin slices of marinated pork cooked on vertical rotisserie next to an open fire. They are served on small tortillas, with cilantro, onions and (red or green) salsa. With two locations, "Taqueria Morelia" is without question a top spot to visit Down South for Cinco de Mayo 2015.

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Rosa Mexicano
1111 Lincoln Road
Miami, Florida 33139
(305) 695-1005
www.rosamexicano.com

Established in 1984, and with two locations to choose from in South Beach and Mary Brickell Village, Rosa Mexicano is one of the most renowned, trendy destinations for locals and visitors to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Not only are the Pomegranate Margaritas to die for, but even Martha Stewart was quoted as saying this is the place for the best guacamole in the world. The guacamole is prepared table-side in a traditional lava rock mortar known as Molcajete. This year Rosa Mexicano will be hosting its annual Festival de Cinco de Mayo, an outdoor fiesta from 3 p.m. until midnight that features live music, special drink and food menus, prizes and giveaways.

Related: Best Places To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In Miami

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Mi Rinconcito Mexicano
1961 S.W. 8th St.
Miami, Florida 33135
(305) 644-4015
www.facebook.com/El-Rinconcito-Mexicano

Located in the heart of Little Havana, Mi Rinconcito Mexicano is one of the best places to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. The food is authentic and the service is great, which makes it another one of south Florida's top spots. This year's Cinco de Mayo celebration will include scrumptious lunch and dinner specials as well as no shortage of chelas (cold beer) for locals and visitors to enjoy. This is unquestionably the Mexican place to go when in Calle Ocho, especially for those looking for an unpretentious experience.

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El Toro Taco
1 S. Krome Ave.
Homestead, Florida 33030
(305) 245-8182
www.facebook.com/pages/El-Toro-Taco-Homestead

El Toro Taco is perfect for those looking to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in a kid-friendly, affordable establishment. This hot spot not only offers authentic Mexican food, but it's great for people of all ages. One of the things that separate El Toro Taco from the rest is the fact that there are no alcoholic beverages on the menu. Nevertheless, that shouldn't spoil anyone's plan, as customers are always encouraged to BYOB.

Related: South Florida Guide To Cinco De Mayo

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