It's the United States' favorite day to celebrate Mexican culture, but it's not, as many believe, Mexico's Independence Day — that comes Sept. 16.
Cinco de Mayo instead commemorates a significant military victory, in which the Mexican army defeated French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
Want to celebrate the occasion and show off your newfound knowledge of Mexican history? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best Mexican restaurants in Boston, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. La Catrina
Topping the list is La Catrina. Located at 1620 Commonwealth Ave. in Brighton, the Mexican spot is the highest-rated Mexican restaurant in Boston, boasting four stars out of 147 reviews on Yelp.
2. Chilacates Mexican Street Food
Next up is Jamaica Plain's Chilacates Mexican Street Food, situated at 224 Amory St. (between Boylston and Porter streets). With 4.5 stars out of 428 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. El Pelón Taquería
Kenmore's El Pelón Taquería, located at 92 Peterborough St. (between Kilmarnock and Jersey streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Mexican spot four stars out of 1,064 reviews.
4. Taqueria Jalisco
Taqueria Jalisco, a Mexican spot in East Boston, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 292 Yelp reviews. Head over to 291 Bennington St. (between Chelsea and Bremen streets) to see for yourself.
5. Angela's Cafe
Over in East Boston, check out Angela's Cafe, which has earned four stars out of 398 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican spot at 131 Lexington St. (between Condor and Marion streets).
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