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 Portland, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. La Parrilla Kitchen
Topping the list is La Parrilla kitchen. Located at 3244 N.E. 82nd Ave. in Madison South, the Mexican spot is the highest rated Mexican restaurant in Portland, boasting five stars out of 115 reviews on Yelp.
2. Por Que No? Taqueria
Por Que No? Taqueria, a Mexican spot in Boise, is another high-traffic go-to, with four stars out of 1,043 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3524 N. Mississippi Ave. to see for yourself.
3. Conin Mexican Cuisine
Over in Multnomah, check out Conin Mexican Cuisine, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 192 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican spot at 9111 S.W. Barbur Blvd.
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