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…

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