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How to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Around Charleston

Let’s taco ‘bout Cinco de Mayo, which is coming up on Wednesday, May 5th! Here’s how you can celebrate the upcoming holiday with a fiesta of your own. 

Cinco de Mayo at 3 Matadors

Cinco de Mayo wouldn’t be complete without tacos and margaritas – both of which the 3 Matadors prides themselves on. On Cinco de Mayo, 3 Matadors is having a special celebration for the holiday with live music, food and drinks!

Cinco de Mayo at Mex 1

Mex 1 is bringing out all the stops for Cinco de Mayo this year. The West Ashley location is hosting a Cinco Block Party with live music from Yellowknife and Friends. The Park West and Sullivan’s Island locations will also feature live music. In addition, each location will have $5 margaritas all day long on Cinco de Mayo.

Cinco de Mayo Day Sip n’ Paint

Sip and Paint at this Cinco de Mayo themed painting class. Enjoy a variety of assorted tequilas while exploring your creative side. The event will take place on Wednesday, May 5th at the East Cooper Disco. Tickets are only $35 and include a complimentary drink, apron and painting supplies. 

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Where To Get Your Fiesta On For National Margarita Day In Charleston

It’s time for a fiesta! National Margarita Day is on February 22 and for the occasion, we’ve found some of the best margaritas in Charleston.

Zia Taqueria

 

Zia Taqueria is a spot known for its out of this world tacos and tortas. It’s also got some of the best margaritas in Charleston. They have their classic Zia Rita made with fresh margarita mix, tequila Blanco and triple sec. The Zia Rita can be served frozen or on the rocks. If you want something a little fancier you can try the Primo Blanco, the Mas Margarita, the Primo Reposado, or the Grand Gold. All of these margaritas are served on the rocks.

Ruru’s

 

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Ruru’s Tacos and Tequila is newer to the Charleston restaurant scene. It’s fun atmosphere makes it a great place to go and enjoy a margarita…or a few. They offer margaritas on the rocks and frozen, you can even add a strawberry, blueberry or peach puree to any margarita! Ruru’s also has one of the largest selections of fine tequila in Charleston!

Taco Boy

 

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National Margarita Day is Saturday, February 22! ?⁠ ⁠ To celebrate ?we’ll be offering a Passionfruit Margarita with a pineapple-infused tequila shot for $6 at all locations on 2/22. ⁠ ⁠ The margarita is made with house-made passionfruit syrup and rimmed with Li Hing Mui (dried plum powder) that gives it a unique sweet/salty/tangy flavor. ? The pineapple-infused tequila is a house favorite, made with vanilla bean, cinnamon sticks and fresh pineapple. ? ⁠ ⁠ Celebrate National Margarita Day ? with this special at all Taco Boy locations: Folly Beach, Downtown, and the newest location in Summerville at Nexton Square.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #summerville #follybeachsc #follybeach #chsdrinks #charlestonsc #charleston #southcarolina #nationalmargaritaday #margsonmargs

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Taco Boy has you covered when it comes to delicious tacos, but don’t forget about their margaritas next time you’re there. Their Casa margarita is the classic with Giro Silver tequila, triple sec & their house sour mix. The Casa is served frozen or shaken. The other options are the Skinny Casa, the Cadillac, Top Shelf, Pineapple-Infused, Skinny Pineapple-Infused, or the Fresh Fruit Frozen Margarita (mango, strawberry, or sangria).

The Taco Spot

 

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#tacotuesday fish, chicken, ground beef & vegetarian Gringo Tacos $2.50 when you dine in Happy Hour 3-6pm w/ $5 #margaritas

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the Taco Spot is another great place for Mexican and Southwestern food. And of course, they have topnotch margaritas. Their House Margarita is made with tequila reposado, house sweet & sour mix made with freshly squeezed lime juice. Then they have the Strawberry Margarita, Blueberry Margarita, and Picador Margarita.

Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

This West Ashley spot is a wonderful place to celebrate National Margarita Day. Their Mex 1 Margarita is made with 100% Blue Agave Tequila and Mex 1 Mix. Then you have the Pineapple Habanero Margarita, the Cadillac Margarita, El Jefe “The Boss” Margarita, Jalapeño Margarita, Skinny Margarita, and Frozen Margarita.

Santi’s

A favorite among locals, Santi’s is a casual and affordable spot to enjoy some authentic Mexican food and margaritas! They make all of their margarita mix in house and serve their margaritas frozen and on the rocks! Santi’s also offers free chips and salsa with your meal too, which is a total plus!

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Here Are The Best Places To Get Your Tequila On In Charleston

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Mex 1 Coastal Cantina: 817 St. Andrews Blvd.

There isn’t much better than a cocktail to soothe your soul. Mex 1 uses only 100% agave tequila and all margaritas are made with freshly squeezed juices. Mex 1 has an extensive tequila, rum and mezcal selection and offers a number of house-infused tequilas.

Prohibition: 547 King St.

Prohibition makes you feel like you are stepping back in time with its bourbon barrel ceilings and vintage decor. There cocktails and cuisine are anything but ordinary or old fashioned.

Pawpaw: 209 E Bay St.

The drink menu highlights local liquor, rare bourbons, and Charleston beers on tap, as well as unique wines. With a seasonal drink menu, including all of the above and more high-end bourbons, liquors, and seasonal craft beers.

Senor Tequila: 1836 Ashley River Rd.

With a great happy hour, including their famous Margarona’s and a nice selection of their favorite tequilas, and the word ‘tequila’ in their name, they won’t disappoint.

Warehouse: ½ Spring St.

A neighborhood bar in the heart of the Holy City, serving fine fare, house cocktails, and craft beers.

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National Margarita Day

Where To Get Your Fiesta On For National Margarita Day In Charleston

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Every day there seems to be some obscure holiday or another. Some of them are worth celebrating, and some of them aren’t. One that we’re definitely planning to celebrate is National Margarita Day on February 22. For the occasion, we’ve found some of the best margaritas in Charleston.

Zia Taqueria

National Margarita Day

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Zia Taqueria is a spot known for its out of this world tacos and tortas. It’s also got some of the best margaritas in Charleston. They have their classic Zia Rita made with fresh margarita mix, tequila Blanco and triple sec. The Zia Rita can be served frozen or on the rocks. If you want something a little fancier you can try the Primo Blanco, the Mas Margarita, the Primo Reposado, or the Grand Gold. All of these margaritas are served on the rocks.

SOL Southwest Kitchen

National Margarita Day

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SOL has a tequila bar, so you know they have some awesome margaritas. The basic SOLarita includes Milagro Silver tequila, Cointreau, and fresh juice margarita mix. But the options don’t stop there. Other varieties you can try are Blood Orange Jalapeño Margarita, Strawberry Margarita, Black Diamond Margarita, Citrus Margarita, Blackberry Margarita, Jalapeño Cucumber Margarita, Habanero Grapefruit Margarita, and the Skinny Marg. Plus, they’ll have some National Margarita Day specials and live music!

Taco Boy

National Margarita Day

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Taco Boy has you covered when it comes to delicious tacos, but don’t forget about their margaritas next time you’re there. Their Casa margarita is the classic with Giro Silver tequila, triple sec & their house sour mix. The Casa is served frozen or shaken. The other options are the Skinny Casa, the Cadillac, Top Shelf, Pineapple-Infused, Skinny Pineapple-Infused, or the Fresh Fruit Frozen Margarita (mango, strawberry, or sangria).

The Taco Spot

National Margarita Day

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the Taco Spot is another great place for Mexican and Southwestern food. And of course, they have topnotch margaritas. Their House Margarita is made with tequila reposado, house sweet & sour mix made with freshly squeezed lime juice. Then they have the Strawberry Margarita, Blueberry Margarita, and Picador Margarita.

Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

National Margarita Day

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This West Ashley spot is a wonderful place to celebrate National Margarita Day. Their Mex 1 Margarita is made with 100% Blue Agave Tequila and Mex 1 Mix. Then you have the Pineapple Habanero Margarita, the Cadillac Margarita, El Jefe “The Boss” Margarita, Jalapeño Margarita, Skinny Margarita, and Frozen Margarita.

Pancito & Lefty

National Margarita Day

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This King Street hot spot has delicious authentic Mexican cuisine. And along with that comes the margarita. You can order Original or Classic. They even have Mezcal and Blood Orange varieties that are pleasing to the taste buds. Order this cocktail and some apps, and you’ll have a great start to the evening.

 

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Let’s TACO ‘Bout The Five Best Taco Spots In Charleston

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Fun facts!

  1. “Taco” in Mexican Spanish = “light lunch” in English.
  2. Last year, a whopping 4.5 million tacos were consumed by Americans.
  3. According to Tacopedia, tacos were invented between 1,000 and 500 B.C. as a kind of edible spoon.

It’s World Taco Day and what better way to celebrate than with our top five taco spots in Chucktown. What can we say? We LOVE tacos.

  1.     Taco Boy

They offer a la carte tacos that are to die for. Their taco list is also extensive, 14 tacos long! Taco Boy offers a great outside patio and a killer drink list as well. Taco Boy’s queso is rumored to be one of the best in Charleston.

  1.     Minero

The catfish taco is a fan favorite from Minero on East Bay St. The food they offer is affordable with Mexican inspired flavors. They also serve HUGE burritos for a reasonable price.

  1.     Mex 1 Coastal Cantina

A great spot to enjoy a taco and margarita. People enjoy the bangin’ shrimp taco the most! This is a great place to order a few different tacos and sip on a drink while experiencing a beachy atmosphere.

  1.     Taco Spot

This famous ‘Taco Spot’ used to be a favorite downtown but just recently moved from its small location to Ashley River Road. However, they still serve some of the best tacos! They serve anywhere from regular tacos to Mexican street tacos.

  1.     Juanita Greenberg’s

Juanita’s is a staple on downtown on King Street. Their taco special is one of the best in Chuck. They offer 2 tacos and 1 Juan’s beer for $7 all day, every day. They also serve food until 1 am and $3 shots every day!