Cinco de Mayo
Feel the Fiesta in Atlanta This Cinco de Mayo
It’s nearly Cinco de Mayo, and for those looking for plans on Sunday, May 5th, search no more! Get ready to celebrate with lively parties at Gezzo’s and Birdcage, with a round of tech-infused mini golf while sipping on one of Puttshack’s Margaritas or over tacos and tequila at Vesper and TWO urban licks. Wherever the destination, these Atlanta haunts are the ultimate hotspot to fully embrace the Cinco de Drinko spirit.
TWO Urban Licks and Alma Del Jaguar Tequila Tasting
Get a jumpstart on Cinco de Mayo at TWO Urban Licks’ Alma Del Jaguar Tequila Dinner on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., Alma Del Jaguar’s founder McCauley Williams will guide tequila enthusiasts through a special tasting at the BeltLine dining institution on its expansive patio. Joining forces with TWO’s Executive Chef Chad Clevenger, guests will explore two tastings of specialty tequilas and two craft cocktails along with mouthwatering pairings including Pork Belly Pintxos with habanero tepache lacquer and wood-fired pineapple salsa, Fresh Corn and Black Truffle Tamales, and the hearty Georgia Wagyu Bavette with beef cheek sope, tallow masa, puffed beef tendon, mole chichilo, and ramps. For ages 21 and up, tickets to attend TWO Urban Licks’ Alma Del Jaguar Tequila Dinner are $65 per person. To make a reservation or for more information, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. TWO Urban Licks is located in the Old Fourth Ward at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. Stay connected on Instagram and Facebook at @TwoUrbanLicks.
Go Loco at Gezzo’s Mexican Street Fiesta in Honor of Cinco de Mayo
Head to Gezzo’s Cinco de Mayo weekend for a two-day Mexican Street Fiesta featuring delicious food, drinks, live music, and more. Beginning at 6 p.m., on Saturday, May 4th, and Sunday, May 5th, the Westside coastal cantina will transform into a high-energy street party complete with handmade tortillas and fresh tacos served straight from their taco stand while Canelita Sabrosa Band provides the soundtrack for a night of dancing and fun. Whether taking it easy in the Tiki Lounge on the swing beds with a margarita in hand or indulging in their flavorful menu filled with favorites for all tastes including burritos, quesadillas, tacos, rice bowls, and more. Gezzo’s Cinco de Mayo Mexican Street Fiesta is free to attend. RSVP online at www.gezzos.com/event-details/cinco-de-mayo-celebration-2024-05-04-18-00. For more information, visit www.gezzos.com/cantina or call (470) 427-3057. Gezzo’s welcomes guests from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays through Thursdays, extending to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays. Gezzo’s Coastal Cantina is located at 2260 Marietta Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.
Vesper Serves up Margaritas and Street Tacos For Cinco de Mayo
Grab the limes and salt; it’s almost Cinco de Mayo! Revelers can celebrate all night long at Vesper on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Beginning at 5 p.m., sip on specialty and signature limey libations such as the Atkins Margarita, packed with a kick of tanteo jalapeño & habanero infused tequila, bravo orange curaçao, house-made sour mix & lime with a salt rim, or opt for the non-alcoholic Bonito with Ritual’s zero-proof tequila. Bite into authentic street tacos alongside new and old friends alike while the Glenwood Park cocktail bar ensures everyone has an unforgettable fiesta Sunday. A local favorite, Vesper is tucked away in Glenwood Park at 924 Garrett St. Suite D, Atlanta, GA 30316. For more information, visit www.vesperatl.com or call 404.963.6902. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @vesperatl.
Shake Things Up This Cinco de Mayo at Puttshack
Bring on the tacos and tequila, and let the Cinco de Mayo celebrations commence! There are plenty of great spots to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Atlanta this year, and Puttshack is one of the best. Whether looking to enjoy mouthwatering margaritas after a few rounds or just there for the party, guests can get in the spirit of Cinco de Mayo with a high-energy fiesta on Puttshack’s terrace with a live DJ from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 4th and Sunday, May 5th. Shake things up with Puttshack’s Spiced Pineapple Mezcal Margarita, or keep it classy with their Ultimate Top Shelf Margarita. Puttshack is open on Cinco de Mayo from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. for holiday festivities all day and night. Puttshack Atlanta is located at 1115 Howell Mill Rd. Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, please call 404.738.7888 or visit puttshack.com. Stay connected on Instagram & Twitter @Puttshack.
Birdcage Hosts Free Cinco de Mayo Block Party
One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, four! Birdcage is gearing up for a festive block party on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, in honor of Cinco De Mayo. Beginning at noon, the blocked-off parking lot to the vibrant Grant Park Latin-inspired haunt will transform into a sun-soaked fiesta. With swift counter service at the roll-up windows, guests are invited to indulge in a specialty menu created by Executive Chef Shaun Whitmer featuring Citrus Adobo Chicken, Chicken Tinga Tacos, street corn, tofu tacos and more. An outdoor walk-up bar will be serving refreshing options like Dos XX, Tecate, House Margaritas, Premium Herdura Margaritas and more. To take the party up a notch, Birdcage will have a live DJ, interactive games and more surprises in store. Birdcage’s Cinco de Mayo Block Party is from 12 p.m. until 9 p.m. and free to attend. Birdcage is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week and is located at 519 Memorial Drive SE, Suite E1, Atlanta, GA 30312. For more information, visit birdcageatl.com. Stay connected on Instagram.com at @birdcageatl.
