Cinco de Mayo food specials near you include Taco Bell, Chipotle, Moe's Southwest Grill and other restaurants and food stops.

While many just celebrate Cinco de Mayo with tacos and margaritas, the day serves as a celebration of the day the Mexican army defeated French forces at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. However, many American restaurants take advantage of the holiday and offer major discounts on food and drinks.

America’s Cinco de Mayo traditions may not always be an authentic reflection of Mexican culture, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be joyous celebrations filled with music, fun and food.