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 Memphis, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. Elena's Taco Shop
Topping the list is Elena's Taco Shop. Located at 6105 Summer Ave., in Cordova-Appling, the Mexican spot is the highest rated Mexican restaurant in Memphis, boasting 4.5 stars out of 329 reviews on Yelp.
2. Los Comales
Next up is Berclair-Highland Heights's Los Comales, situated at 4774 Summer Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 38 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Las Delicias
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire's Las Delicias, located at 4002 Park Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Mexican spot four stars out of 243 reviews.
4. La Guadalupana
La Guadalupana, a Mexican spot in Berclair-Highland Heights, is another go-to, with four stars out of 131 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4818 Summer Ave. to see for yourself.
5. Picosos
Over in Berclair-Highland Heights, check out Picosos, which has earned four stars out of 14 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican spot at 3937 Summer Ave.
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