Many people will be fans of Cinco de Mayo once they learn they can enjoy good food deals.
Cinco de Mayo falls on May 5 every year, and this year, it will fall on a Tuesday. The day has been used to celebrate Mexican-American heritage every year since the 1800s, according to National Day Calendar.
Many restaurants in the U.S. are offering deals to help everyone celebrate. Here are some you can take advantage of.
Chipotle
Fans of Chipotle are in for a treat on Cinco de Mayo. Digital guests can get free chips and queso Blanco or chips and guacamole with an entrée purchase Tuesday, May 5, using code CINCO26 on the Chipotle app and Chipotle.com, according to a news release.
Taco Bell
Grubhub+ Members can receive a free Crunchwrap Supreme when they place an order with Taco Bell that’s $20 or more, Monday, May 4 through Sunday, May 10, according to a news release.People who do not have a membership can join for 99 cents a month for six months. The discount on Grubhub+ is only available in May.
7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes deals
Participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes locations will offer the following deals on May 5:Buy one burrito, get one freePurchase a limited-time Walking Taco, which is served in a chip bag and contains ground beef, queso, pico de gallo and crunchy Doritos, for $6Purchase a $3, wine-based frozen margarita in Classic Lime, Strawberry or Strawberry Lime Swirl flavors. Larger sizes, including a $10 half-gallon serving, are also available.7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members can receive $3 off Modelo Especial, Pacifico Clara, Coronita Extra and other select beers.
Other Cinco de Mayo 2026 deals
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse – On May 5, guests can purchase a Brewhouse Margarita featuring Lunazul Blanco Tequila from BJ’s for $6 during happy hour from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., and during late-night happy hour, from 9 p.m. to close.
Moe’s Southwest Grill – On May 5, receive a free side of queso with the purchase of any entrée in-store. Loyalty members have an extended offer and can redeem the deal until Friday, May 10.Tocaya – On Cinco de Mayo, the restaurant is celebrating the holiday, which happens to fall on Taco Tuesday with tacos between $2.50 to $4.25, Chips and salsa from $2.50, Chips and guac and chips and queso from $3.50, $3 beer, $6 wine and margaritas starting at $6.
On the Border – The Tex-Mex chain is offering $2 tacos and $5 margaritas on May 5.
Checkers and Rally’s – On Cinco de Mayo, the fast-food restaurants are offering a $3 Sourdough Double Melt, classic Cheese Double and the Double Spicy Chicken. Guests can upgrade to a small combo, with fries and a drink, starting at $6.
Gopuff – From Monday, May 4 to Friday, May 10, FAM members can receive 40% off favorites like Siete Tortilla Chips, Snak Club Tajin Mango Rings, Mega Chamoy Cotton Candy, Jose Cuervo Margarita Mix and more. The options may vary by location.
Source: USAToday
This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Cinco de Mayo 2026 freebies, deals at Chipotle, Taco Bell
Reporting by Maria Cortes Gonzalez, El Paso Times / El Paso Times
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