Restaurant Franchises Turn this Traditional Mexican Holiday into a Fiesta
Updated May 3, 2024
Cinco de Mayo has evolved from a traditional Mexican holiday to a widely-celebrated event. In the U.S., millions of Americans can be seen donning sombreros, eating Mexican food, and drinking margaritas every May 5 to celebrate Mexican culture and the country’s victory against the French at the Battle of Puebla. Savvy restaurant owners capitalize on this special day with special menu items and discounts.
Below, we gathered a list of fast-food restaurant deals and promotions for Cinco de Mayo.
Cinco de Mayo 2024 Fast-Food Restaurant Deals and Promos
Bad Daddy’s
The Bad Daddy’s franchise has a great deal to celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2024. From May 4 – 5 at participating locations, guests can enjoy a LocoRita for $2.50.
Bubbakoo’s Burritos
To give rewards members another reason to celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2024, Bubbakoo’s Burritos has a BOGO deal on all entrees only on May 5. Once they purchase a regular entree at full price, a coupon will be delivered on May 6 to their loyalty account to redeem for a free entree from through May 12. Additionally, all guests can use code CINCO10 to receive 10% off all catering through May 5.
El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Loco rolled out a reason to celebrate this Cinco de Mayo. On May 5, Loco Rewards Members get two free Shredded Chicken Crunchy Tacos with an in-app order of $10 or more, and they can also enjoy a $0 delivery fee.
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream
Who says you can’t enjoy pizza on Cinco de Mayo? Not Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream, which is promoting its line of Mexican pizzas including: The Taco Joe, Nacho Joe, Nacho Joe Supreme, and the Matador pizza.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
In honor of Cinco de Mayo 2024, Moe’s Southwest Grill has a special deal for rewards members. They can enjoy their favorite burrito or bowl for $5.55.
Pancheros
In celebration of Cinco de Mayo 2024, Pancheros is randomly sending each of its 730,000-plus loyalty members one of five rewards: free chips and queso; free queso on an entrée; half off an entrée; BOGO free entrée; and free entrée. Rewards can be redeemed in store or online at participating locations.
Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe
Guests at Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe can enjoy frozen margaritas for $5 all day long on Cinco de Mayo 2024. They can also indulge in regular margaritas like mango, strawberry, and watermelon for just $6.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Sullivan’s Steakhouse is offering the Spicy Margarita this Cinco de Mayo 2024. Made with Mark Wahlberg’s Flecha Azul Blanco Tequila, Cointreau liqueur, orange juice, agave nectar and then topped with a Chipotle salted rim, this fiery libation will likely be the perfect way to light up any Cinco De Mayo celebration.
Taco Bell Cantina
Taco Bell Cantina is ready to add some fizz to Cinco de Mayo 2024 festivities with one-day promotions. These include the Buy 2 Beers, Get 2 Tacos free offer and $2 off an additional shot for a Twisted Freeze.
Taco John’s
Taco John’s has a great deal for Bigger Bolder Rewards Members. With a purchase of $5 or more on Cinco de Mayo, guests get a free beef Taco Bravo. The menu item elevates the classic Crispy Taco by wrapping it inside a warm flour tortilla layered with soft refried beans.
The Greene Turtle
Guests are invited to spend Cinco de Drink-O at The Greene Turtle. On May 5 only at participating locations, they can indulge in $1 classic margaritas, $4 Coronas, and $6 Teremana Reposada shots.
Tocaya Modern Mexican
Tocaya Modern Mexican is turning Cinco de Mayo 2024 into a five-day event. During Cinco Días De Cinco De Mayo (May 1 – 5), the Mexican-inspired restaurant franchise has five days of giveaways for fans and followers, including free drinks and appetizers, complimentary catering, and the chance to win a $500 Tocaya gift card. Make sure to follow the brand on social media to participate!
Twin Peaks
To entice customers to party on Cinco de Mayo 2024, Twin Peaks has an irresistible lineup of craveable drinks. With offers including the classic $5 Michelada to the festive $10.50 Casamigo Pool Party Margarita (above), there’s something for everyone.
