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Patch Picks: Cinco de Mayo Fiestas
Patch found five great places to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Carrollwood.
Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner. If you're still looking for a place to eat, dance or sip a margarita, we've got you covered.
Grab a sombrero and head to one of the following places to celebrate on May 5:
1. Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 14837 N. Florida Avenue - Whether you want to go with a group of friends or get a little more intimate, Amigos will fit the bill. With tortillas handmade daily, and specialites such as chile relleno and huevos rancheros, you might feel like you've been transported to Mexico.
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2. Vallarta's Mexican Restaurant, 13731 N. Dale Mabry Highway - In addition to yummy Mexican vittles, the margaritas here are delicious. Margaritas range from 12 to 60 ounces, and come in traditional, lime or strawberry flavors.
3. Chili's Grill & Bar, 13050 N. Dale Mabry Highway - This family friendly neighborhood bar and grill will host festivities from May 1-5. Remember to take photos of yourself enjoying the party, upload them and be entered to win a trip to for two to the Caribbean.
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4. Whiskey Park North, 11921 N. Dale Mabry Highway - Shake your tailfeather at Whiskey Park and enjoy drink specials all night long. Thursday isn't Latin night, but the DJ's may throw in some Mexican flair for the partygoers.
5. Tijuana Flats, 10019 N. Dale Mabry Highway - Tijuana Flats and its Tex Mex treats have developed a cult like following in the bay area. The restaurant is celebrating with $2 Mexican beers all day long. Want to bring the party to the office? Tijuana Flats will be catering, so get those orders in early.