Cinco de Mayo might not be Mexico’s most celebrated holiday, but on this side of the border, it gives San Diegans a good excuse to go loco with all of the great deals around town on May 5. • It’s no wonder Puesto Mexican Street Food is quickly becoming a local favorite. With wallet- and palate-friendly offerings like three tacos and a beer for just $10 — a special Cinco de Mayo offering — who could resist stopping in to check it out? Guests can choose from various meat and seafood options, a range of unique toppings and a choice of six homemade salsas. Try off-the-beaten-path flavors like chicken and pineapple, corn truffle, grilled cactus or zucchini flower. Additional specials are available for those who follow the restaurant’s social media accounts, including Twitter and Facebook. Puesto: 1026 Wall St., www.eatpuesto.com, (858) 454-1260. • What would a Mexican celebration be without a refreshing margarita — or three? George’s at the Cove will offer unique libations — like the pineapple pepper or “Holy Spirit” margarita — for a new twist on the standard cocktail. To complete the fiesta, munch on George’s award-winning fish tacos and enjoy La Jolla’s unrivaled coastal view from one of the restaurant’s many ocean-view tables. George’s at the Cove: 1250 Prospect St., www.georgesatthecove.com, (858) 454-4244. • Sprinkles Cupcakes will kick up the heat on its signature treat with Cinco de Mayo-themed “Choco Loco” cupcakes. To pay homage to the widespread use of chocolate in Mexican cooking, like mole and tejate, Sprinkles has created a Belgian dark chocolate cupcake topped with a bittersweet chocolate and Mexican cinnamon-infused frosting. Cinco de Mayo cupcakes are available from May 1-5. Sprinkles: 8855 Villa La Jolla Drive, visit www.sprinkles.com, (858) 457-3800. • Why add the expense of a Mexican vacation, when you can visit La Valencia Hotel for a poolside Cinco de Mayo fiesta? For $60, guests can savor the authentic flavors of Mexico with gourmet tacos and ceviche alongside samplings of premium tequila. If that doesn’t get you grooving, the lively flamenco jazz band, Gipsy Menco, will. La Valencia Hotel: 1132 Prospect St., www.lavalencia.com, (858) 454-0771. • Beaumont’s Eatery will serve up the margaritas for Cinco de Mayo. Stop in to try Junior’s Spicy Margarita, complete with habanero-infused reposado tequila, fresh pineapples and lime juice to spice up your night. Or, for something a little sweeter, try the sage and strawberry margarita, made with organic reposado tequila, fresh strawberries, house-made sage and thyme reduction, Grand Marnier, Herbsaint, and fresh-pressed lime juice. Beaumont’s Eatery: 5662 La Jolla Blvd., www.beaumontseatery.com, (858) 459-0474.
