It's the United States' favorite day to celebrate Mexican culture, but it's not, as many believe, Mexico's Independence Day — that comes on Sept. 16.
Cinco de Mayo 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 Washington, using both Yelp data and our own methodology. Use our list to score a delicious Cinco de Mayo meal.
1. District Taco - Downtown
Topping the list is District Taco, located at 1309 F St. NW (between North 13th and North 14th streets) in Downtown. The Mexican spot is the most popular Mexican restaurant in Washington, boasting four stars out of 1,438 reviews on Yelp. The chain offers a full array of tacos, burritos, salsas and sides.
2. Poca Madre
Also in Downtown, Poca Madre, situated at 777 I St. NW (between North Seventh and North Eighth streets, has proven to be a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 132 reviews on Yelp. It is actually celebrating Cuatro de Mayo, May 4, with a Mexican tiki-inspired party on the patio.
3. Pica Taco
Pica Taco, a Mexican spot in the U Street Corridor, is another go-to, with four stars out of 267 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1406 Florida Ave. NW (between North 14th Street and North New Hampshire Avenue) to see for yourself.
4. Tacos El Chilango
Also in the U Street Corridor, check out Tacos El Chilango, which has earned four stars out of 265 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican spot at 1119 V St. NW (between North 12th and North 11th streets).
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