Happy Cinco De Mayo, Montreal! Marked as the day when Mexico won against France in the battle of Puebla (1862), it's an occasion to celebrate!
How does Montreal do it? By devouring the bext mexican cuisine around town. Here are just some of the few places you can celebrate (and feast) in Montreal today in light of Cinco De Mayo:
Tacos Frida
4350 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, Quebec H4C 2W6
A delicious array of soft & hard tacos PLUS all the jarrito drinks we could ask for? Yes, please! (Psst...this restaurant even has its own recipe book, revealing all of its family-founded combinations and special ingredients!)
Ta Chido Snack Bar
5611 Park Ave, Montreal, Quebec H2V 4G9
Think of Ta Chido as your next favourite lunch spot. Located in the Mile End, this mexican snack bar always has new things for you to try (including its delicious mexican brioches!)
Time Out Market
705 Saint-Catherine St W, Montreal, Quebec H3B 4G5
It wouldn't be a food celebration without the presence of Montreal's very own Time Out Market. From 5pm to midnight, this place invites you to a night of festive music, traditional mexican drinks, food, and all the dancing you can think of. Don't miss out!
3 Amigos
Multiple locations
Having been to 3 Amigos, we can tell you that it's a definite (& delicious) must in Montreal! You'll enjoy their original meat seasonings and always fresh taco toppings. Besides, with multiple locations around town, there's no excuse for you not to try it!
Escondite
Multiple locations
Escondite is THE place you want to be tonight. Known for it's shareable platters of oh-so-delicious authentic mexican food, it's the perfect place to gather with friends or family and celebrate Cinco De Mayo!
Psst... our personal fave is their Jalapeno & Cilantro cocktail, you have to try it!