15 Great Places to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo from Tampa to Fort Myers
Cinco de Mayo falls on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, and restaurants across Florida’s Gulf Coast will be ready with tacos, margaritas, music, and festive specials. Before heading out, call ahead or check each restaurant’s website or Facebook page for reservations, hours, and Cinco de Mayo promotions.
For more background on the holiday, Suncoast readers can also revisit our guide to Cinco de Mayo on the Suncoast.
Tampa Bay and Pinellas Picks
1. Tampa — Besito Mexican
Address: 205 WestShore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609
Website: Besito Tampa website
Upscale Mexican dining, margaritas, and a polished atmosphere make Besito a strong Tampa choice.
2. St. Petersburg — Red Mesa Cantina
Address: 128 3rd St. South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Website: Red Mesa Cantina website
A downtown St. Pete favorite known for Mexican food, drinks, and a lively social scene.
3. Clearwater — Pan Filo’s Mexican Restaurant
Address: 656 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
Website: Visit St. Pete/Clearwater listing
A Clearwater Beach-area option for visitors who want Mexican food close to the water.
4. Largo — Santa Fe Mexican Grill
Address: Largo, FL
Website: Tripadvisor listing
A casual local Mexican restaurant option for the Largo crowd.
5. Palm Harbor — Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar & Grill
Address: 34726 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL
Website: Plaza Mexico Restaurant website
A colorful Mexican restaurant group with a Palm Harbor location, margaritas, and classic dishes.
Sarasota, Bradenton, Siesta Key, and Venice
6. Bradenton — Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant
Address: 4120 14th St W, Bradenton, FL
Website: Casa Blanca Bradenton website
A Bradenton choice with dinner, drinks, and a festive restaurant atmosphere.
7. Sarasota — Mi Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
Address: 8405 Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34243
Website: Mi Pueblo Mexican Restaurant website
A longtime Sarasota favorite with multiple Gulf Coast locations and a reputation for Mexican food, margaritas, and a festive setting. If tacos are the main attraction, our earlier story on Don Beto Jaimes in Sarasota is another local read worth keeping handy.
8. Siesta Key — Casa Masa
Address: Siesta Key Village, Sarasota, FL
Website: Casa Masa website
A newer Siesta Key option with Oaxacan-inspired tacos, handmade blue-corn tortillas, tequila cocktails, and island energy.
9. Venice — Pineapple Tequila
Address: 1661 U.S. 41 Bypass S, Venice, FL 34293
Website: Pineapple Tequila website
A Venice spot built for tacos, tequila, and a relaxed Cinco de Mayo night out.
Charlotte County and Fort Myers Favorites
10. Englewood — Paraiso Mexican Grille and Bar
Address: 2639 Placida Rd., Englewood, FL 34224
Website: Paraiso Mexican Grille and Bar website
A local Englewood favorite serving Mexican cuisine in a casual, friendly setting.
11. Port Charlotte — Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar & Grill
Address: 2390 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Website: Plaza Mexico Restaurant website
A strong Port Charlotte choice for classic Mexican dishes and margaritas.
12. Punta Gorda — Isabel & Annabel’s Mexican Restaurant
Address: 209 W. Olympia Ave., Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Website: Isabel & Annabel’s website
A downtown Punta Gorda spot offering authentic Mexican food, lunch specials, dinners, and carryout.
13. Cape Coral — El Toro Mexican Bar & Grill
Address: 3015 Southwest Pine Island Road, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Website: El Toro Mexican Bar & Grill website
A Cape Coral restaurant with authentic Mexican dishes, cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere.
14. North Fort Myers — Habaneros Mexican Grill
Address: 547 Pine Island Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
Website: Habaneros Mexican Grill website
A North Fort Myers option for Mexican food, drinks, and casual Cinco de Mayo dining.
15. Fort Myers — La Casita Mexican Restaurant
Address: 15185 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33908
Website: La Casita Mexican Restaurant website
A Fort Myers favorite serving authentic Mexican cuisine seven days a week.
Final Word
From Tampa to Fort Myers, Cinco de Mayo is a great excuse to support local restaurants, enjoy Mexican food, and gather with friends. Whether you want a beach-area stop, a downtown party, or a family-friendly dinner, this Gulf Coast list gives Suncoast readers plenty of great choices. For readers who enjoy restaurant roundups, our coverage of Savor Sarasota restaurant deals is another useful Gulf Coast dining resource.