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 Tampa, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. Besito Mexican Restaurant
Topping the list is Besito Mexican Restaurant. Located at 205 Westshore Plaza in West Shore Palms, the Mexican spot and bar is the highest-rated Mexican restaurant in Tampa, boasting 4.5 stars out of 802 reviews on Yelp.
2. Green Lemon
Next up is Parkland Estates' Green Lemon, situated at 915 S. Howard Ave. With four stars out of 871 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot and bar has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Miguel's Mexican Seafood & Grill
Courier City's Miguel's Mexican Seafood & Grill, located at 3035 W. Kennedy Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Mexican spot, which offers seafood and more, four stars out of 783 reviews.
4. Rubio's Coastal Grill
Rubio's Coastal Grill, a Mexican spot that offers seafood, salads and more in Carver City, is another go-to, with four stars out of 190 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1824 N. Westshore Blvd. to see for yourself.
5. Bartaco
Finally, over in North Hyde Park, check out Bartaco, which has earned four stars out of 1007 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican spot at 1601 W. Snow Ave.
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