It doesn't really need to be Cinco de Mayo for us to get out and enjoy some margaritas and tableside guac. But, when it falls on a weekend, we're definitely down with it. Tequila, Mariachi and Tacos are on the agenda this Sunday, even if it means a Monday hangover. Here are six Mexican restaurants in or near North Jersey where you can say Ole this holiday.
Where: Blue Moon Mexican Café, (Woodcliff Lake, Wyckoff, Englewood)
Why: Cinco de Mayo is the biggest party of the year at Bergen fave Blue Moon Mexican Café. Look for a Mariachi band from 5:30p to 8:30p on Cinco de Mayo along with T-shirt giveaways and other prizes.
Where: Rosa Mexicano at The Shops at Riverside
Why: So to answer your first question, Yes, there will be prickly pear frozen margos. But Rosa will also be serving up specials all weekend long, plus favorites from their regular menu and new cocktails like their Mango, Pineapple, Jalapeno Margaritas and Frozen Papaya Margaritas, plus their famous tableside guac, we'll toast to that. Call for reservations 201-489-9100 or book online at www.opentable.com.
Where: Jalapenos Mexican Grill , 930 Prospect Street Glen Rock
Why: Drink specials all weekend long leading up to and on Cinco de Mayo, plus live music.
Where: Zapata Mexican Restaurant, 779 Route 340, Palisades NY, 845-359-8700
Why: Kick off the celebration with delicious food and tequila shot- plus tons of giveaways. Specials include lots of tequila drinks and fun frozen cocktails.
Why: This 50 seat down home, authentic mexican joint will be serving up their fresh tacos and house made guac and salsa- perfect for a casual celebration- and offering curbside delivery for folks on the go.
Where: Orale Mexican Kitchen, Jersey City & Hoboken (201) 333-0001
Why: If you’re willing to make the trip to JC or try out their newer Hoboken location, you’ll be rewarded with a fully loaded special Cinco De Mayo menu of innovative Mexican dishes including Ceviche, Salmon Tacos, Skillets, and Chili Lime Fries, a creative margarita menu (offering muddled Serranos with your drink order), brought to you by two chefs who hail from Rosa Mexicano and know how to pack the house.
Where: Casa Del Sol, 104 Main Street, Nyack NY, 845-353-9846
Why: There are many reasons to head to Rockland's most bustling river town, and Casa Del Sol is one of them. The garden-y vibed dining room and bar with Mexican accents is enough to make anyone want to dive into a sizzling pan of fajitas and kick it up on a Sunday. Insider tip: save room and head next door to Temptations for ice cream desserts.
