Are you ready to celebrate the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the French forces led by Charles de Lorencez at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Of course you are. Chill out and throw back a few cervezas in Bangkok this Thursday and Friday. 

Bar.Yard

Bar.Yard promotional image for Taco Tuesday

Kimpton Maa-Lai’s skyhigh bar is a good time for a fiesta. But, you’ll have to wait for the 6th, which will see festivities from 6pm to late, complete with a mariachi band. The Taquiza Taco Time deal will get you freeflow tacos and a margarita for HB 780++ per person. 

Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok, 78 Soi Ton Son, 02 056 9999

Above Eleven

Festivities at Above Eleven kick off at 6pm and involve a tequila-focused cocktail menu, live Mexican music by Asoke Latino, and an array of Mexican and fusion dishes. There will also be a lucky draw and an after party, so stick around. 

Fraser Suites, 38/8 Sukhumvit Rd., 083 542 1111

Havana Social

Of course there’s going to be a party at Havana Social. Why did you think there wouldn’t be? Prepare for special tequila cocktails, salsa dance, and the everpresent DJ Pepe. Cinco de Mayo falls on the Havana Social the Viva las Chicas Ladies Night, so B200 will get you mojitos and Cuba Libres all night.

41, 3 Sukhumvit Rd, 080 467 7409

Rembrandt Hotel & Suites, Bangkok

This event is a little out there, more of a quinceanera vibe by Mexicano Restaurante Autentico. Party in the Grand Ballroom of the Rembrandt where food and drinks start at B150. Expect DJs, mariachi, and a lucky draw. 

19 Sukhumvit Soi 18, 02 261 7060

Jua

Head down to Jua for a little “Yakitori de Mexico” and creative bites. Take a look at their kitchy menu and throw back a few michelada and horchata ole. 

672 49 Charoen Krung Rd., 02 103 6598

District

This one is a little more Seis de Mayo, but who’s counting. Happy hour is going all night at District opposite the National Stadium, and, get this, everyone gets a free tequila shot. Live music starts at 7:30pm and goes to 9pm. 

925, 9 Rama 1 Rd., 026124999

Charley Brown’s Mexicana 

Pinatas at Charley Brown's Mexicana. Credit: Facebook

Get ready for Primo’s fare at Charlie Brown’s in Asok, one of Bangkok’s favorite Mexican restaurants. There’s a special taco menu at B120 each. 

19, 9-10 Soi Sukhumvit 19, 02 044 2553