Community Corner
Patch Picks: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Time to take out the sombreros and maracas as you head over to one of these local spots to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
Keep on reading for great places in town to honor the holiday:
Cinco de Mayo
What better way to celebrate the holiday than in a self-titled restaurant? Cinco de Mayo Tacos offers authentic Mexican food such as and tamales—and of course— along with other creations such as carne asada and steak . The restaurant is suitable for the entire family and offers reasonable prizes. A local favorite, Cinco de Mayo is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday.
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Cinco de Mayo Tacos, 11204 Washington Place Culver City, CA 90230, (310) 391-5354
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Take the children to the Culver City Julian Dixon Library for a Cinco de Mayo marionette show. Special guest Frankilin Haynes will present “Marionetas en Desfile,” a bilingual and multicultural puppet show. The event will be held in collaboration with Dia de Los Ninos/Dia de Los Libros (Children's Day/Book Day) on Saturday, April 30 from 2-3:00 p.m..
, 4975 Overland Ave. Culver City, CA 90230, (310) 559-1676
Be the first to taste the agave margarita as Gloria’s Cafe will inaugurate its newest drink as part of the Cinco de Mayo celebration. The Mexican and Salvadorian restaurant will also offer a special Cinco de Mayo menu which includes birria, mole and a Salvadorian sampler for two and drink specials.
Gloria’s Cafe, 10227 Venice Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90034, (310) 838-0963
Indulge in a pregnant burrito. El Nopal restaurant is home to the biggest burrito in town. This trademark dish has been voted best burrito in Los Angeles and the joint offers other authentic Mexican foods such as , tostadas, tortas, and chile rellenos for a low price; everything on the menu is less than $20. If you feel like staying at home, take advantage of its free lunch and dinner delivery service. So this Cinco de Mayo try something new and head over to El Nopal restaurant for a pregnant burrito that is sure to satisfy your appetite.
El Nopal, 10426 National Blvd. Los Angeles, Ca 90034, (310) 559-4732
Set foot in a five-star Mexican restaurant right in your neighborhood. Casa Sanchez Mexican Restaurant not only offers , chicken, and beef Mexican dishes but also live entertainment all week-long. The entertainment includes a live pianist, a quartet, and live mariachi. On Thursday, celebrate Cinco de Mayo, enjoy “Mariachi voces de Mexico” from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and again from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m. The restaurant also offers a wide selection of cocktails, tequilas, and wines. There is no better way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo than to experience it in its native culture with entertainment and delicious food.
Casa Sanchez Mexican Restaurant, 4500 S. Centinela Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90066, (310) 397-9999