Cinco De Mayo

Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, and Renton is ready to celebrate with bold flavors, great drinks, and plenty of ways to enjoy the day. Whether you’re planning a chill afternoon outing, a lively evening with friends, or a full weekend of local exploration, Renton’s restaurants and gathering spots offer everything you need for a memorable celebration — all without leaving the city.

Plan Your Own Cinco de Mayo Crawl

Cinco de Mayo is the perfect excuse to explore Renton’s food and drink scene at your own pace. No official bar crawl needed — Renton’s diverse restaurants make it easy and fun to create your own custom celebration.

The "my plan" feature on the Visit Renton App make planning simple:

• Add favorites to your plan to save the restaurants and bars you want to hit. Just use the "add" button under any listing. 
• Search for specific spots and events
• Switch to Map View in your plan to build a walking route between stops
• Filter by Cuisine under 'dining' to find taco spots, Mexican‑inspired menus, or global flavors to mix things up
• Check Hours & Specials using the 'website' or 'phone' options so your route flows easily from lunch to dinner to drinks. 
• Share the plan with everyone joining the fun! 

With everything in one place, planning your own crawl is effortless.

Sample Crawl Routes to Inspire Your Day

The Taco Trail

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a flavorful journey through the highlands. Start your crawl with street‑style tacos at El Taco Maestro, a local favorite known for its bold flavors and fresh toppings.  From there, continue to El Recreo and Santa Fe Mexican Grill, where each stop adds its own regional flair and authentic taste to the adventure.

Begin your crawl with classic margaritas at Zapata’s Mexican Grill, a fun place to settle in and soak up the holiday atmosphere. Then continue the celebration at MexiCuban, a fun fusion spot known for bold flavors, refreshing palomas, and inventive seasonal cocktails. Wrap up the night at Torero’s, the perfect place for a late‑night bite and a low‑key nightcap to round out your Cinco de Mayo adventure.

The Chill & Snack Crawl
Grab chips, salsa, and a light appetizer at La Shula to kick off a relaxed, easygoing Cinco de Mayo. Then hop over to El Kiosko for a shared entrée or sampler — perfect for trying a little bit of everything with your crew. Wrap up your trail with a short drive to La Michocana, where you can end the night on a sweet note with dessert and refreshing aguas frescas.

Choose one or mix and match — the fun of Cinco de Mayo in Renton is making it your own.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo the Renton Way

From taco tastings and patio drinks to scenic walks and family‑friendly meals, Renton has everything you need for a Cinco de Mayo that’s festive, flavorful, and full of local charm. Use our site and app to plan your perfect route — and enjoy the day your way.