It's the United States' favorite day to celebrate Mexican culture, but it's not, as many believe, Mexico's Independence Day — that comes on Sept. 16.
Cinco de Mayo 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 Colorado Springs, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. Hacienda Colorado
Topping the list is Hacienda Colorado. Located at 5246 N. Nevada Ave. in northeast Colorado Springs, the cocktail bar, New American and Mexican spot is the highest rated Mexican restaurant in Colorado Springs, boasting four stars out of 365 reviews on Yelp.
Yelp user Enrique O., who visited in March, wrote, "The food was delicious, and the margaritas were strong and flavorful as they should be."
2. T-Byrds Tacos & Tequila
Next up is T-Byrds Tacos & Tequila, situated at 26 E. Kiowa St. downtown. With four stars out of 200 reviews on Yelp, the bar, Tex-Mex and Mexican spot, with tacos and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Rudy's Little Hideaway Restaurant
Rudy's Little Hideaway Restaurant, located at 945 S. Eighth St. in southwest with mountain views, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the breakfast and brunch Mexican spot four stars out of 157 reviews. The restaurant also has a catering service.
4. Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant
Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant, which has other outlets in Colorado Springs, offers fajitas, combination plates, desserts, salads and more at 5598 N. Academy Blvd. in northeast. With four stars out of 155 Yelp reviews, it's popular with locals.
5. Western Omelette
Another spot to check out in southwest is Western Omelette, which has earned four stars out of 111 reviews on Yelp. You can find the breakfast and brunch place, featuring traditional American and Mexican food, at 16 S. Walnut St.
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