Cinco de Mayo lands on Monday, May 5, 2025, and Long Island is ready to party.
The festivities begin at restaurants across Long Island as early as Friday, with special events all weekend through Monday.
Here’s where to find the best food, drinks, and entertainment.
Besito Mexican – Roslyn
Location: 1516 Old Northern Blvd, Roslyn, NY 11576
Hours: Monday, May 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Besito Mexican will host a Complimentary Patron Tequila Tasting from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, along with Chef’s Specials and a festive atmosphere. No 2-for-1 margarita specials on holidays. Takeout available.
Ruta Oaxaca – Patchogue
Location: 30 E Main St, Patchogue, NY 11772
Hours: Sunday, May 4, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ruta Oaxaca is throwing a Pre-Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on Sunday, May 4, with Mariachi Brunch, a DJ, mezcal and tequila shots, and giveaways. Festivities continue all day Monday.
Mesita – Amityville, Rockville Centre, Garden City
Locations: Amityville, Rockville Centre, Garden City
Hours: May 2–5; all locations open at 12:00 PM on Monday, May 5 (Amityville not open for lunch Friday)
Mesita is going big all weekend with lunch, brunch, dinner, a live Sounds of Gipsy Kings show at Amityville, and catering options. Reservations encouraged.
Pecado – Bay Shore
Location: 49 W Main St, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Hours: May 2–5, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Pecado features a live DJ on Friday, entertainment on Saturday, daily food and drink specials, and nonstop weekend fun. No cover.
Tocolo Cantina – Glen Cove
Location: 120 Village Square, Glen Cove, NY 11542
Celebrate at Tocolo Cantina in Glen Cove with DJ Trademark spinning Latin beats on May 5 from 5:00–9:00 PM, drink specials, and giveaways.
Reservations are recommended for Glen Cove, while the Garden City location will accept walk-ins only.