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Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in U City

If you're looking for places to enjoy authentic Mexican music and enchiladas on May 5, University City Patch has you covered.

Cue up the mariachi bandβ€”Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching.

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

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 University City.Β 

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The Riverfront Times recently highlighted 26 Cinco de Mayo food and drink specials in the area. Several U City favorites made the list, including:Β 

  • Flaco's Cocina:Β Food and drink specials all weekend.
  • Mi Ranchito: Drink specials all day long.

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