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Putnam County Celebrates Cinco De Mayo With Drink Specials, Fiesta Fun

PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Cinco de Mayo, otherwise known as May 5, tends to be less about the commemoration of the Mexican army's victory over the French forces of Napoleon III, and more about the killer drinks and party atmosphere celebrated at area bars.

Some of the cocktail options at Mahopac's Ramiros.

Some of the cocktail options at Mahopac's Ramiros.

Photo Credit: Ramiros

What's meant to honor the Battle of the Puebla on May 5, 1862 has turned into an ode to tasty tacos, massive margaritas and mariachi magic. A sampling of spots to celebrate the holiday follows, though feel free to let us know any we've missed.

Fiesta Mexicana, Brewster: Classic favorites, modern adaptations, and a live mariachi band starting at 5 p.m. can't help but get you in a merry mood. Go: 1620 NY-22, (845) 278-4515

Las Mananitas, Brewster: Enjoy a $20 all you can eat Mexican buffet in honor of Cinco de Mayo along with a cash bar featuring beer and drink specials. There will also be music and drink specials starting at noon. Go:  1250 NY-22, (845) 279-4646, www.lasmananitasrestaurant.com/.

Pueblo Viejo, Carmel: The fiesta begins around 6 p.m. with a DJ spinning tunes, prizes and giveaways. Expect different flavored margaritas, shots and beer specials. Go: 180 NY-52, Carmel, (845) 228-2504.

Ramiros, Mahopac: Say hello to half-priced margaritas and $5 tequila shots, not to mention delicious and inventive food. Go: 954 US-6, (845) 621-3333, www.ramiros954.com/.

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