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 Seattle, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. Fogón Cocina Mexicana
Topping the list is Fogón Cocina Mexicana. Located at 600 E. Pine St. (between Boylston and Belmont Avenues) in Broadway, the Mexican spot is the most popular Mexican restaurant in Seattle, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,233 reviews on Yelp.
2. Gracia
Next up is Ballard's Gracia, situated at 5313 Ballard Ave. NW (between Vernon Place and North 22nd Avenue). With four stars out of 213 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican eatery has proven to be a local favorite.
3. La Carta de Oaxaca
Ballard's La Carta de Oaxaca, located at 5431 Ballard Ave. NW (between Market Street and North 22nd Avenue), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot for Mexican eats four stars out of 1,218 reviews.
4. Senor Moose Cafe
Last but not least, over in Ballard, check out the Senor Moose Cafe, which has earned four stars out of 878 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican spot at 5242 Leary Ave. NW (between North 20th Avenue and Ione Place).
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