{"id":177206,"date":"2025-05-04T12:00:27","date_gmt":"2025-05-04T16:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/?p=177206"},"modified":"2025-05-04T17:48:14","modified_gmt":"2025-05-04T21:48:14","slug":"mexican-restaurants-events-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/mexican-restaurants-events-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Celebrate Cinco De Mayo at the Jersey Shore"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-1-800x533.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"mexican restaurants cinco de mayo jersey shore nj\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-1-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-1-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-1-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">Festive Fun<\/div><p>The Jersey Shore loves a good celebration. Cinco de Mayo, which recognizes Mexico&#8217;s victory over the Second French Empire in 1862, is no different. On May 5th, locals search for an authentic Mexican <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-restaurants-bars-jersey-shore-new-jersey-off-season\/\">food + drink experience<\/a> to honor the day. For those looking for traditional Mexican plates, a mariachi band, or a quality margarita, we&#8217;ve compiled a list of the best spots to appreciate Mexican culture. <strong>Keep reading for a guide to celebrating Cinco de Mayo at the Jersey Shore.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-177216\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"mexican restaurants cinco de mayo jersey shore nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/mexican-restaurants-cinco-de-mayo-jersey-shore-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Events<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/highlands\/4th-annual-highlands-fiesta-de-mayo-cantina-crawl\/200027747663026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4th Annual Highlands Fiesta de Mayo Cantina Crawl<\/a> | 329 Bay Avenue, Highlands<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 4th Annual Highlands Fiesta de Mayo Cantina Crawl is on Saturday, May 3rd, from 12PM-5PM. The $40 ticket can be purchased<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/highlands\/4th-annual-highlands-fiesta-de-mayo-cantina-crawl\/200027747663026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and it includes drink specials and discounted food at restaurants + bars, surprise samplings, and specials at local retail shops. Other day highlights include live mariachi bands and a margarita contest. Check-in is at Huddy Park between 11:30AM-12:30PM.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/downtowntomsriver.com\/cinco-de-mayo-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Downtown Toms River Cinco de Mayo Festival<\/a> | 53 Main Street, Toms River<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The downtown Toms River Cinco de Mayo Festival is on Washington Street. It&#8217;s happening on May 3rd from 12PM-6PM. Washington Street will have live entertainment options, handcrafters, and different merch vendors. The breweries, distilleries, restaurants, and local businesses will add to the festive vibes. FYI: It&#8217;s free admission.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Restaurants<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/tenthaveburrito.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10th Ave Burrito<\/a> | 801 Belmar Plaza, Belmar<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10th Ave Burrito serves Mexi-Cali food in downtown <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/belmar-nj-things-to-do\/\">Belmar<\/a>. The local hangout lasts all year because of its chill atmosphere and live music lineup. The menu has modern twists on Mexican food, like its Mexican street corn bites and southwestern burritos. On Cinco de Mayo, 10th Ave Burrito is typically the place to go if looking to go all-out to celebrate the holiday.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/things-to-do-spring-summer-jersey-shore-nj\/\">Art Walks, Farmers\u2019 Markets, + More at the Jersey Shore for Spring and Summer 2025<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/agavemexicannj.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Agave Mexican Restaurant<\/a> | 138 Myrtle Avenue, Long Branch<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DFD_787P0g1\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DFD_787P0g1\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Agave mexican restaurant (@agave_mexican)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agave Mexican Restaurant is in the heart of Long Branch. <em>JSG<\/em> loves the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">botana sampler<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which includes taquitos, homemade guac, and cheese quesadillas. Agave also has a build-your-own burrito option, which could be fun for Cinco de Mayo. FYI: Although typically closed on Mondays, Agave will open its doors on Monday, May 5th, to join the festivities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aztecabelmarnj.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Azteca Restaurant<\/a> | 1633 NJ-71, Belmar<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Azteca is an authentic Mexican <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/diners-drive-ins-dives-jersey-shore-restaurants\/\">restaurant<\/a> in Belmar. For those trying to find a spot to celebrate Cinco de Mayo early, there is an entire <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">huevos<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (eggs) section on the menu. Other standout features include the large portions and freshly made guacamole.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-mexican-restaurant-asbury-park-barrio-costero\/\">Barrio Costero<\/a> | 610 Bangs Avenue, Asbury Park<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-177211\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/bar-costero-asbury-park-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"bar costero asbury park nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/bar-costero-asbury-park-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/bar-costero-asbury-park-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/bar-costero-asbury-park-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/bar-costero-asbury-park-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/bar-costero-asbury-park-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/bar-costero-asbury-park-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/bar-costero-asbury-park-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barrio Costero serves coastal Mexican food in downtown Asbury Park. It is the spot to go to if itching for a margarita <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em> JSG<\/em> recommends the classic <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">barrio margy.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Barrio is also a good choice if going out with a group to celebrate the holiday, as it has a shared plate concept. IYKYK: The tacos here are addicting, and the Mexican hot chocolate bar is ideal for those with a sweet tooth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/resortsac.com\/entertainment\/cinco-de-mayo-celebration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bar One: Resorts Casino Hotel<\/a> | 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bar One is on the casino floor, just steps from the Resorts Casino Hotel lobby. From 2PM until 5PM, Bar One has a mariachi band. Bar One also gives out free Jalapeno beads, with <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-cozy-low-key-bars-jersey-shore\/\">drink<\/a> specials to celebrate the day. For more details, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">click<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/resortsac.com\/entertainment\/cinco-de-mayo-celebration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elreyrosticeriayrestaurante.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Rey Rosticeria y Restaurante<\/a> | 708 Emory Street, Asbury Park<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-177212\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/el-rey-asbury-park-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"el rey asbury park nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/el-rey-asbury-park-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/el-rey-asbury-park-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/el-rey-asbury-park-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/el-rey-asbury-park-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/el-rey-asbury-park-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/el-rey-asbury-park-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/el-rey-asbury-park-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">El Rey is a hidden gem for Mexican food in <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/stone-pony-summer-line-up-2025-asbury-park-nj\/\">Asbury Park<\/a>. El Rey is close enough to downtown Asbury Park to be convenient. The outdoor seating with tiki-style umbrellas and twinkle lightsis so festive for a Cinco de Mayo dinner. El Rey is known for its <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birria <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(get it served in a taco or as a pizza) and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tortas con papas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Mexican-style sandwiches).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/elsenorpeppers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Senor Pepper&#8217;s<\/a> | 60 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DAWRQ6ZPgED\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DAWRQ6ZPgED\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by El Se\u00f1or Pepper\u2019s (@el_senor_peppers_)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">El Se\u00f1or Pepper&#8217;s is a mom-and-pop, traditional Mexican restaurant in Red Bank. A popular menu item to test out for the holiday is the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">burrito texano, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which is stuffed with typical burrito ingredients and topped with a special chipotle cream sauce and sour cream. FYI: The<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> horchata<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at El Senor Pepper&#8217;s is a must-try in honor of Cinco de Mayo.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/josesspringlake.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jose&#8217;s Mexican Restaurant<\/a> | 101 NJ-71 #2, Spring Lake<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jose&#8217;s Mexican Restaurant has served the <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/fireworks-jersey-shore-new-jersey-2025\/\">Jersey Shore<\/a> with its classic Mexican cuisine since 1997. Jose&#8217;s is a spot where customers can dine in or take out for Cinco de Mayo; if dining in, <em>JSG<\/em> recommends BYO. Menu highlights include its homemade salsa and guac. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fajitas by the pound make sharing with friends and family an added bonus.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/juanitosredbank.com\/contact.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Juanito&#8217;s Restaurant<\/a> | 159 Monmouth Street, Red Bank<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juanito&#8217;s is just a block from Red Bank&#8217;s train station,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which is convenient if you take advantage of its BYOB policy. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JSG<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> loves that Juanito&#8217;s has various salsa flavors. In honor of Cinco de Mayo, we recommend trying the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">aguacate relleno<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; half an avocado stuffed with shrimp, scallops, crabmeat, and lobster meat and topped with a creamy jalapeno sauce.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/lasierrarestaurantandbar.menufy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Sierra Restaurant + Bar<\/a> | 1621 Main Street, Lake Como<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-177213\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/la-sierra-lake-como-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"la sierra lake como nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/la-sierra-lake-como-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/la-sierra-lake-como-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/la-sierra-lake-como-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/la-sierra-lake-como-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/la-sierra-lake-como-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/la-sierra-lake-como-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/la-sierra-lake-como-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">La Sierra is a Mexican restaurant in Lake Como with a festive vibe. La Sierra is covered ceiling to floor in vibrant decor <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a good backdrop for one of its margaritas, which <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/women-owned-businesses-jersey-shore-nj\/\">locals<\/a> love. The menu has comforting food options like burritos, quesadillas, and enchiladas garnished with a miniature Mexican flag decal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/loteriaap.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loteria<\/a> | 632 Mattison Avenue, Asbury Park<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-177209\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/loteria-asbury-park-new-jersey-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"loteria asbury park new jersey\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/loteria-asbury-park-new-jersey-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/loteria-asbury-park-new-jersey-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/loteria-asbury-park-new-jersey-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/loteria-asbury-park-new-jersey-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/loteria-asbury-park-new-jersey-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/loteria-asbury-park-new-jersey-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/loteria-asbury-park-new-jersey.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loteria is an authentic taqueria in downtown Asbury Park. The menu is reflective of Mexican street food. It has burritos, tacos, and quesadillas (the blackened shrimp quesadilla is so good). There are plenty of margarita flavors, but the mango is a must-try.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/toms%20river\/cinco-de-mayo-mexican-dinner-buffet-with-mariachi-band\/100001207626225549\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mathis House<\/a> | 600 Main Street, Toms River<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mathis House is a <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/southern-mansion-cape-may-new-jersey\/\">Victorian<\/a> bed + breakfast and tea room in Toms River. On May 5th, from 5PM-8PM, Mathis House is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Mexican dinner buffet. Those attending can expect a ton of decorations to celebrate the holiday, and there will be a five-piece mariachi band. Tickets to attend cost $35 per person (plus tax) and can be purchased<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/toms%20river\/cinco-de-mayo-mexican-dinner-buffet-with-mariachi-band\/100001207626225549\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mexitacogrill.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mexitacos<\/a> | 1070 NJ-34 Suite J, Matawan<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mexitacos is a BYOB restaurant in Matawan that sells traditional Mexican dishes. Mexitacos is the choice for anyone looking for a casual, quick-service spot for Cinco de Mayo. <em>JSG<\/em> recommends the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">yucca fries<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (served with chipotle mayo) and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chorizo cheese dip <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(served with flour tortillas).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MiLupitaskitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mi Lupita&#8217;s Kitchen<\/a> | 78 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-175032\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/mi-lupitas-kitchen-red-bank-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"mi lupitas kitchen red bank nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/mi-lupitas-kitchen-red-bank-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/mi-lupitas-kitchen-red-bank-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/mi-lupitas-kitchen-red-bank-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/mi-lupitas-kitchen-red-bank-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/mi-lupitas-kitchen-red-bank-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/mi-lupitas-kitchen-red-bank-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/mi-lupitas-kitchen-red-bank-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mi Lupita&#8217;s is a staple Mexican restaurant in the Red Bank community. Locals love the birria tacos, churros, and loaded Mexican street fries. Mi Lupita&#8217;s is <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-byob-restaurants-asbury-park-new-jersey\/\">BYO<\/a>, which mixes well with one of its non-alcoholic <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bebidas<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, like its margarita-flavored drink.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oaxacabytheseanj.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oaxaca By The Sea<\/a> | 123 Main Street, Bradley Beach<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-177215\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/oaxaca-by-the-sea-bradley-beach-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"oaxaca by the sea bradley beach nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/oaxaca-by-the-sea-bradley-beach-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/oaxaca-by-the-sea-bradley-beach-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/oaxaca-by-the-sea-bradley-beach-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/oaxaca-by-the-sea-bradley-beach-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/oaxaca-by-the-sea-bradley-beach-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/oaxaca-by-the-sea-bradley-beach-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/oaxaca-by-the-sea-bradley-beach-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo Credit: Oaxaca By the Sea<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oaxaca by the Sea is a laid-back Mexican restaurant in Bradley Beach. Oaxaca has fun options like its shrimp chipotle pasta and fried plantains. If celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a group, the Oaxaca platter is a good choice as it comes with tacos, nachos, guacamole, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sope<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and a quesadilla.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/tapatiarestaurant.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plaza Tapatia Restaurant<\/a> | 707 Main Street, Asbury Park<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-177214\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/plaza-tapitia-asbury-park-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"plaza tapitia asbury park nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/plaza-tapitia-asbury-park-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/plaza-tapitia-asbury-park-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/plaza-tapitia-asbury-park-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/plaza-tapitia-asbury-park-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/plaza-tapitia-asbury-park-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/plaza-tapitia-asbury-park-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/04\/plaza-tapitia-asbury-park-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plaza Tapatia is a cozy restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine in <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/sea-hear-now-asbury-park-nj-2025\/\">Asbury Park<\/a>. Menu highlights include a vegetarian section and its <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">molcajete de mariscos<\/span> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a platter of a mix of all kinds of seafood cooked with a choice of sauce + necessary toppings like avocado and bell peppers. Plaza Tapatia has fitting drink options for Cinco de Mayo, such as a tequila list, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cervezas, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and plenty of margarita options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reynasmexicanrestaurant.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reyna&#8217;s Mexican Restaurant<\/a> | 4057 Asbury Avenue, Tinton Falls<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reyna&#8217;s is in Tinton Falls; it serves Mexican food with a twist. Its menu has all the traditional plates like tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and flautas. Still, it also features options like wings, mozzarella sticks, and the Oaxaca Cheeseburger, which is topped with jalapenos and comes with chipotle mayo. FYI: The twists continue with dessert, with selections like the chimichanga cannoli.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>See More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobokengirl.com\/authentic-mexican-restaurants-hoboken-jersey-city\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Guide to Authentic Mexican Restaurants in Hoboken + Jersey City<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spicycantina.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spicy Cantina<\/a> | 500 Boardwalk, Seaside Heights<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spicy Cantina is a lively boardwalk restaurant in Seaside Heights. It&#8217;s a fun spot for celebrations as it&#8217;s known for its live <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/music-bands-asbury-park-nj\/\">music<\/a> and its large tequila selection. Spicy Cantina has margarita flights, which is a good pick for Cinco de Mayo. The food menu has all the standard Mexican plates, and to live up to its name, the sauces used are labeled mild, hot, or extra hot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/category\/lifestyle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-120157\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/1-e1658249565719-800x240.jpg\" alt=\"read more button\" width=\"300\" height=\"90\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/1-e1658249565719-800x240.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/1-e1658249565719-1024x307.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/1-e1658249565719-768x230.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/1-e1658249565719-585x176.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/1-e1658249565719.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Festive FunThe Jersey Shore loves a good celebration. 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