Best Cinco de Mayo Spots Near Del Ray: Yelp

ALEXANDRIA, VA -- Friday is Cinco de Mayo, a holiday to celebrate a key Mexican military victory. Of course in the United States, it's a reason to celebrate with margaritas, tacos, dancing and more.

Many in the area will be heading out to happy hours Friday. If you're looking for a place to get in on the festivities, here are the top spots to celebrate Cinco de Mayo near Del Ray, according to Yelp.

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1. Don Tito: 3165 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22201
2. San Antonio Bar & Grill: 1664 Crystal Square Arc Arlington, VA 22202
3. El Paso Mexican Restaurant: 6151 Richmond Hwy Alexandria, VA 22303
4. Don Taco: 808 King St Alexandria, VA 22314
5. Los Tios Grill: 2615 Mount Vernon Ave Alexandria, VA 22301
6. Los Cuates: 1116 King St Alexandria, VA 22314
7. Abi Azteca Grill & Bar: 3005 Columbia Pike Arlington, VA 22204
8. Guapo’s Restaurant: 4028 Campbell Ave Arlington, VA 22206
9. Cantina Mexicana: 922 S Walter Reed Dr Arlington, VA 22204
10. San Antonio Bar & Grill: 200 Swamp Fox Rd Alexandria, VA 22314

Do you agree with Yelp's rankings or have another go-to stop for Cinco de Mayo? Let us know in the comments section or on Facebook.

Those going out can also plan ahead to avoid drinking and driving. Alexandria Police will be enforcing DUIs as normal but have not announced any specific checkpoints, according to spokeswoman Laura Binz.

The Washington Regional Alcohol Program is offering free rides up to $15 on the Lyft App through the SoberRide Program. The program is meant to prevent drunk driving, particularly during high-risk times on holidays.

Rides are available from 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 5 until 4:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6. Riders 21 and up can use the code "CINCODC" in the Lyft app's promotion section. The code is valid for the first 1,500 Lyft riders.

¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

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