Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the Sharon Area

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. 

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 the Sharon area.

• Mick Morgan's on Rte. 1/Providence Highway: This Irish pub in Sharon offers a wide variety of American and Irish dishes . . . but can still be a perfect spot to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
• Halfway Cafe (Canton): Be sure to check out the lively bar area with flatscreen TVs and variety of drinks.
• Center Field's Bar & Grill (Canton): Head over to this local venue, hang out in the bar or lounge area and take advantage of a vareity of specials.
• Neponset Cafe (Canton): Catch some festivities at the bar and enjoy some great local food.
• Ninety-Nine Restaurant (Canton): Celebrate the day with a variety of drinks and enjoy HDTVs located around the bar. 
• CBS Scene at Patriot Place (Foxborough): Join CBS Scene for the holiday and enjoy food, drinks and any of the restaurant’s 145 high-definition displays.
• The Raven's Nest (Walpole): Head over to this Irish pub in Walpole for the day and try one of the 15 different draft beers on tap while staying warm by the restaurant's cozy fireplace.

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