On Monday, head to Stephen Starr’s Union Market Mexican restaurant for a daytime patio celebration with frozen mangonadas (pouches with spiked—or not—tamarind and hibiscus agua fresca), and walking tacos made in bags of Takis. The fun starts at 11:30 AM. A few specials, such as shrimp tostadas, will be offered over the weekend.

Dozens of eateries across the borough are hosting fiestas with discounted margaritas, DJ entertainment and special menus

Cinco de Mayo falls on a Monday this year, but Houston restaurants and bars are kicking off the festivities early with weekend-long celebrations that continue through the holiday. Commemorating Mexico's victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862,