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 Minneapolis, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. Maya Cuisine
Topping the list is Maya Cuisine. Located at 1840 Central Ave. NE in Northeast, the Mexican spot is the highest rated Mexican restaurant in Minneapolis, boasting 4.5 stars out of 344 reviews on Yelp.
2. El Taco Riendo
Next up is El Taco Riendo, situated at 2412 Central Ave. NE. With four stars out of 388 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Dominguez Family Restaurant
Dominguez Family Restaurant, located at 3313 E. 50th St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Mexican spot four stars out of 161 reviews.
4. Taco Taxi
Taco Taxi, a Mexican spot in Powderhorn Park, is another go-to, with four stars out of 131 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1511 E. Lake St. to see for yourself.
5. Taco Cat
Over in Midtown, check out Taco Cat, which has earned four stars out of 132 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican spot at 920 E. Lake St.
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