Top Five Cinco de Mayo (x Two) Cocktails in LA

(Gerry Furth-Sides) “Taco ’bout a party!” this Cinco de Mayo. The absolutely stunning waterfront views and super-friendly, professional staff at SALT Restaurant & Bar at the Marina Del Rey Hotel.  will make you feel like you are on the Mexican Riviera.   SALT’s brand-new cocktails include the new Agua de Vida made with house Herradura Double Barrel Reposado Tequila from Mexico. their classic also remains a favorite, the SALT Margarita.

Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos with black beans & avocado, carrot and cabbage slaw, pineapple and roasted jalapeño salsa are created especially for Cinco de Mayo at SALT. //localfoodeater.com/turning-summer-salts/

 

The most lavish Cinco de Mayo celebration (possibly in the world) can be found at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. The upscale steakhouse is partnering with Tequila Herradura, an ultra-premium 100 percent agave tequila, and Baccarat, the world-renowned fine crystal manufacturer and offering a $100 Prime Margarita from May 4-6.

The $100 Margarita is handcrafted with ultimate premium liquors, including Tequila Herradura Selección Suprema and Grand Marnier Centenaire. Served in Baccarat’s uniquely designed Diamant Highball, guests will take home the glass in Baccarat’s iconic red box.   Enjoyed by royalty since 1764, Baccarat is often called the “Crystal of the Kings.” Crafted in iconic Baccarat style by fFamed craftsman Thomas Bastide, the clear crystal Diamant Highball is accented with silhouettes and pointed diamond cuts.

Tequila Herradura’s Selección Suprema is the world’s first-ever extra-añejo tequila expression. Aged for 49 months, and first introduced by Casa Herradura in 1995,  it has garnered international awards for its finelyt cooked agave, highlighted by notes of rich vanilla and dried fruit –ideal for pairing with Fleming’s signature dishes.

Casita Del Campo in Silverlake has no rival when it comes to having the most fun at any time.  To make Cinco de Mayo more special, they created a   Pomegranate Margarita comprised of tequila, fresh squeezed lime juice, a splash of Triple sec, pomegranate juice, and fresh pomegranate garnish.

Casita Del Campo will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo on Saturday, May 5^th, 2018 from 11:00 am to 2:00 am; 1920 Hyperion Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.662.4255;www.CasitaDelCampo.net

 This Cinco de Mayo, CHAYA Downtown gets the party started a day early this year. On Friday, May 4.   Head Barman Marco Currasco has created the TAKA cocktail comprised of Codigo tequila, Yuzu Sake, muddled ruby red grapefruit, lime juice, and grapefruit soda.

                    TAKA Cocktail (Photo by acuna-hansen) 

CHAYA Downtown will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo, Friday, May 4^th, 2018 from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm, and will be CLOSED Saturday May 5^th, 2018; 525 South Flower Street, CA, 90071; 213.236.9577; www.TheCHAYA.com

 

At CHAYA Venice this Cinco de Mayo, Feisser Stone has created  the Margarita On Main Street, comprised of El Jimador Tequila Blanco, yuzu cucumber juice and agave, garnished with a cucumber flag and tajin salted rim. So, head to CHAYA.

 CHAYA Venice opens for Dinner on Cinco de Mayo, Saturday, May 5^th, 2018 from 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm; 110 Navy Street, Venice, CA, 90291; 310.396.1179;www.TheCHAYA.com

  For a Cinco de Mayo feast, Executive Chef Tony Esnault at Church & State has created a magnificent dinner .  The special cocktail to go with it is the Sancho Panza created by Yassmin Sarmadi, made with tequila, Ancho Reyes, simple syrup.

 Church & State will be open for Dinner on Cinco de Mayo, Saturday, May 5^th, 2018 from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm; 1850 Industrial Street, Suite #100, Los Angeles, CA, 90021; 213.405.1434; www.ChurchandStateBistro.com

 The gifted and versatile Head Barman Pete Capella at the FLATS.has created a cocktail with a kick to match the Artisanal Flatbread Pizza menu.  The Abre Los Ojos matches Silver Tequila, Groundworks Cold Brew coffee, orgeat and  orange bitters, all garnished with a few espresso beans.

The FLATS Restaurant will be open on Cinco de Mayo, Saturday, May 5^th, 2018  from 5:00 pm to 12:00 Midnight; 8400 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211; 310.909.7549; www.TheFLATSRestaurant.com

 For a classic, rustic, spiffy Cinco de Mayo,  The Raymond 1886. 1886 Barmen Jesus Gomez and Ned Kirby have created the Angel of Oaxaca cocktail with mezcal, sherry, pineapple, agave, and lime.

The Raymond 1886 will also feature the South of The Wall created by Head Barman Cameron Masden,  made with tequila, strawberry shrub, curacao, and lime.  It was formerly known as South of The Border!

The Raymond 1886 is open for Brunch on Cinco de Mayo, Saturday May 5^th, 2018 from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm, and for Dinner from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm. 1886 will be open from 4:00 pm to 2:00 am; 1250 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91105; 626.441.3136;www.TheRaymond.com

Best Historic: The Raymond Restaurant and 1886 Bar in Pasadena