Cinco De Mayo 2022: Food & Drink Specials In Sarasota

SARASOTA, FL — For those hoping to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with local food and drink specials, there are plenty of opportunities in the Sarasota area.

The Mexican holiday commemorates the country’s May 5, 1862, victory over France at the Battle of Puebla. This year, it falls on Thursday, May 5.

Though it’s a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, many in the U.S. embraces it as a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage, according to History.com.

Check out our Cinco de Mayo drinking and dining guide for Sarasota County.

Guadalupana

1620 N. Washington Blvd., Sarasota

Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday

Irma’s Tacos, Craft Beer and Tequila Bar

12221 Mercado Drive, Venice

Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday

There will be deals on flights, cocktails and more. Also, pick up a free custom Cinco Irma’s t-shirt.

La Brisa Tacos y Mariscos

1156 N Washington Blvd., Sarasota

Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday

Cuisine served includes tacos, menudo, enchiladas and burritos.

Mariscos Azteca Mexican Seafood Restaurant

1100 N. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota

Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday

This family-owned restaurant focuses on Mexican seafood dishes.

El Melvin Cocina Mexicana

1355 Main Street, Sarasota

Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday

This downtown restaurant offers modern twists on classic Mexican dishes.

Reyna’s Taqueria

935 N. Beneva Road, Sarasota

Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday

This family-owned restaurants serves authentic Mexican dishes based on recipes from their mother, Doña Reyna.

Screaming Goat Taqueria

6606 Superior Ave., Sarasota

Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday

This Gulf Gate-area restaurant is inspired by the vibrant street food scene of Latin America.

Venice-Nokomis Elks Lodge

1021 Discovery Way, Venice

Cinco de Mayo a la carte menu served from noon to 6 p.m. on Thursday.

Menu includes quesadilla, chicken enchilada, nachos, tacos and more, as well as deals on margaritas.

Wicked Cantina Sarasota

1603 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota

Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday

Feature live music by Zep Tepi Sun from 2 to 6 p.m. Mariachi bands will also perform from 6 to 9 p.m. Happy hour from noon to 5 p.m. includes $7 house margaritas and free unlimited homemade chips and salsa are served with every purchase.

Remember to call ahead and double check hours at the bars and restaurants listed. If you know of a business to add to our list, email Tiffany.Razzano@Patch.com.