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Cinco De Mayo Restaurant & Bar, located in Athens, TX, offers a vibrant take on traditional Mexican cuisine. With a warm atmosphere and friendly service, it consistently receives favorable reviews from patrons. Guests have praised the margarita sampler and generous portions of their nachos, clearly showcasing the restaurant's commitment to delivering hearty, flavorful dishes.
While some have noted minor critiques—such as an overly loud music volume and occasional mishaps like unexpected chunks in drinks—the overall dining experience remains positive. The enchiladas, though met with mixed feedback, still contribute to the diverse menu that features delights like street tacos and camarones.
The ambiance is lively, complemented by live music, making it an ideal spot for unwinding with family and friends. Blake Egan's mention of the restaurant's focus on traditional Mexican dishes highlights its authenticity, while Terri Hall's enthusiasm for their decorated interior adds to its charm. Overall, Cinco De Mayo stands as a must-visit for anyone traveling through Athens, promising a rich variety of flavors and a welcoming environment.
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Service options
- Curbside pickup
- Drive-through
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Cinco De Mayo Restaurant & Bar
Review highlights
Based on 163 reviewsCinco De Mayo Restaurant & Bar in Athens, TX, is widely appreciated for its authentic Mexican cuisine featuring generous portions and a variety of traditional dishes like enchiladas, street tacos, and appetizers. Patrons frequently commend the friendly and attentive service, as well as the lively atmosphere enhanced by live music or karaoke events. The margarita selections, particularly samplers and frozen options, are also a highlight. While most customers enjoy the flavorful food and welcoming environment, some feedback points to occasional issues such as louder music affecting conversation and minor concerns with food consistency. Overall, Cinco De Mayo offers a vibrant dining experience that appeals to both locals and visitors seeking genuine Mexican flavors.
Loved the margarita sampler. Only complaint was with enchiladas. Told them chili sauce and it was more of a mole’ but hubby cleaned his plate so it must not have been too bad. Chili con queso was good but needed some pickled jalapeños with it.
I really loved this place. The wait staff was super friendly. The food was really good. It appeared mostly clean, but I did have a couple of issues. The music was just a little louder than I would like which made conversation difficult. I also got a tea to go and, while I was drinking it a large, gooey tea colored chunk entered my mouth. I'm not sure what it was but I spit it out and was unable to finish the tea. This is why I gave them 4 stars instead of 5.
For our first time to visit I really liked pretty much everything about this place. Love the decor. Food was great. The Athens nachos was, as nachos should be, messy and delicious. The street tacos were also very good. Great service, friendly people. A little pricey, but still good food. We'll be back!
From the chips and hot sauce, appetizers, tacos, and enchiladas... everything tasted good, and the portions were generous. Live music or karaoke at certain times makes this a great place to unwind.
Stopped by here while passing through on a family outing. The place was nice, the staff was friendly and the food was good. We had street corn, enchiladas Mexicans and blanco enchiladas. We also had a frozen margarita and one on the rocks. They had many other options that lean towards more traditional Mexican dishes and less Tex mex. It’s worth a stop if you are passing through Athens. The slightly different variety of food combined with the staff friendliness was a big plus for us.
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Wednesday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
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