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 Pittsburgh, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. La Palapa, Traditional Mexican Kitchen
Topping the list is La Palapa, Traditional Mexican Kitchen. Located at 2224 E. Carson St. in Southside Flats, the Mexican spot is the highest-rated Mexican restaurant in Pittsburgh, boasting 4.5 stars out of 244 reviews on Yelp.
2. äkō
Next up is Central Business District's täkō, situated at 214 Sixth St. With 4.5 stars out of 1,286 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican and New American spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Las Palmas
Oakland's Las Palmas, located at 326 Atwood St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Mexican spot 4.5 stars out of 216 reviews.
4. Las Palmas Carniceria
Las Palmas Carniceria, a Mexican spot in Brookline, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 217 Yelp reviews. Head over to 700 Brookline Blvd. to see for yourself.
5. Bea Taco Town
Finally, over in Central Business District, check out Bea Taco Town, which has earned four stars out of 107 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican spot at 633 Smithfield St.
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