It’s Cinco de Mayo so our thoughts today turn to fajitas and margaritas. Being someone who lived in California for a good chunk of years, I was spoiled by great authentic Mexican food. I’m glad I lived in California. But I’m glad I left. I love the Florida life. However, the legit Mexican food and drinks is something I really miss. Fortunately we have some just-as-good spots here in the Tampa area. For food, here are my 5 picks. But let’s focus on margaritas.

• Clearwater

  Huarache Azteca
  22097 US Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, FL
  (727) 290-7836
  My favorite thing here is their homemade salsa. Stop by during happy hour for 2 margaritas with lemon and tamarind for $6.

• Largo

  Fiesta Taqueria
  1479 Belcher Rd Ste B Largo, FL 33771
  (727) 223-9118
  You’re going to get a great meal here to go along with your margarita. Take it from someone who lived in California for quite a few years… this is legit Mexican food. And the prices are more than reasonable.

• Plant City

  Taco Loco Latin Food
  2006 W Reynolds Street, Plant City, FL 33563
  (813) 752-8841
  If you like big drinks, this is the spot. The burritos are just as enormous. The “Death By Burrito” is the thing to get here. It’s got seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, mozzarella, guac, lettuce and sour cream. And for margaritas, there are some BOGO deals to check out.

• Riverview

  El Patron Grill and Cantina
  7210 US-301 Riverview, FL 33578
  (813) 915-5933
  What makes their margaritas stand out… the fresh ingredients. The coconut margarita is a popular one here. Drinks are on the pricier side though. If you’re not a fan of coconut, the passion fruit margarita is a good choice. Try the chipotle burrito topped with pico de gallo, queso and pineapples.

• Ruskin

  Los Amigos Restaurant
  17 7th Ave NE Ruskin, FL 33570
  (813) 419-4921
  Los Amigos Restaurant has a wine-based Margarita so for some it may not hit the spot. But if you like something a little different, give it a try. Their Beef Soup is a favorite too.

• Tampa

  Taco Dirty
  2221 W Platt St Tampa, FL 33606
  (813) 314-7900
  Taco Dirty is a part of the Ciccio Restaurant Group so you know you’re in for something good. The Frozen Mango Margarita for $3.75 is a deal.

• Tampa

  Giraffe Bar at Busch Gardens
  10165 McKinley Dr Tampa, FL 33612
  If you like a Margarita with a spicy kick, try The Masai Margarita cocktail consists of Milagro Silver Tequila, Spicy Pineapple, and Lime.

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