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Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Virginia Highland, Druid Hills

If you're looking for places to enjoy authentic Mexican music and enchiladas on May 5, Virginia Highland-Druid Hills Patch has you covered.

 

Cue up the mariachi band—Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching.

The celebration of Mexican heritage on May 5 is sometimes mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day. However, Cinco de Mayo actually commemorates the Battle of Puebla, a turning point in Mexican history and freedom. 

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In the U.S., it is celebrated by observing Mexican culture through food, drinks and dancing. If you are looking for a fiesta with margaritas, live bands and authentic food, read on for the best places to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Virginia Highland and Druid Hills:

  • Luna Nueva
  • El Taco
  • Taqueria Del Sol
  • El Azteca
  • La Fonda Latina
  • Mercado Acapulco y Taqueria
  • Las Margarita's

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