: Looking for where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo or the best Mexican restaurants in San Jose? Here are my top 3 picks — all located in @santanarow so you can easily hop from one to the next and make it a full fiesta day! 1. @parranga.sj – Bright, open-air, and super fun! Think bold street taco vibes, colorful decor, handmade tortillas, and a salsa bar. Their $12 draft cocktails are such a steal — I loved the spicy margarita! Plus, they open at 8AM with a full Mexican breakfast menu — perfect if you’re starting the party early. 2. @zazil.sj – This place has such a warm and vibrant atmosphere, with beautiful indoor-outdoor seating and a festive yet elevated feel. The food is full of flavor (don’t miss the roasted jalapeño margarita!), and the cocktails are just as photogenic as they are good. It’s a great spot for both casual brunch or dinner with friends. 3. @eljardin.sj – Probably the most lively of the three! It has a tropical garden vibe with a massive tequila wall, colorful tiles, live music, and lots of energy. It feels like a vacation in the middle of Santana Row. Chef Yerika’s dishes are full of flavor and made for sharing — perfect for a group hangout. Cinco de Mayo Weekend (May 2–5) All three spots are celebrating together on a shared patio space with: • Live Music • Folklore dance shows • Mariachi bands • DJ sets to keep the party going! Schedule Highlights: • Friday, May 2: Live music 6–9PM • Saturday, May 3: Live music, Folklore dance, and Son de Kali (12–9PM) • Sunday, May 4: Mariachi, DJ, and more live music all day • Monday, May 5: DJ + Mariachi from 12PM till 10PM You don’t need a reservation, but I’d definitely go early — it gets packed! Tag your crew, save this for later, and follow @rapunzelexplores for more Bay Area gems! #cincodemayo2025 #sfbayarea #bayarea #sanjoseeats #santanarow #bayareafood #bayareaevents #BayAreaBrunchSpots #sanjosé #IGEditsChallenge