February 22nd. A day among days to many, but a day that stands out to Margarita and tequila lovers alike. IT’S NATIONAL MARGARTIA DAY PUTAS!!!! We are not the type to celebrate these crazy “national” holidays that frequent our calendars; however, this is one that we cannot turn down. IT’S FREAKIN MARGARITA DAY PEOPLE! If you are looking to go into work SUPER hungover on Friday after slurping down countless dranks, check out these National Margarita Day specials across the greater Pittsburgh area.
Downtown
Condado Tacos – On the corner of 10th and Liberty, this cozy joint will be serving up their house margaritas for $1 off. We will be the first to tell you… they are sneaky! Bartenders at Condado pour their delightful house made margarita juice from a tap!
If you are feeling adventurous, try the queso special of the day. The velvety goodness is sure to rock your taste buds. Disclaimer: Condado is NOT doing their normal 5 – 7 PM happy hour because of PA liquor laws. We have a lot to say about this, but momma always said don’t say bad things about others.
Las Velas – located above Diamond Market in Market Square, it is easy to overlook, or better words under look, is a wonderful gem of a Mexican restaurant. With some of the best Mexican food I’ve had in the downtown area, they will be serving up $5 house margaritas and $9 HUGE margaritas all day. Try the Tacos Al Pastor while slurping down a huge margarita with your loved one; a modern day, and albeit boozy, lady and the tramp. If you are loveless or selfish like us, just get your own huge margarita. This holiday only comes once a year, ya know.
Southside
Tres Rios – located on East Carson Street in the infamous Southside and “inspired by Andy Warhol and other Pittsburgh sensations,” they’ll be serving up a special margarita flight for $12.
North Hills
Franklin Inn – A staple among North Hillians located on Rochester Road, Franklin Inn will be serving up… well it’s a surprise. One thing they DO know is the Don Julio reps will be there giving out swag (cue the millennials are ruining the English language). We highly suggest the Nachos Grandes, and don’t skimp out on ANYTHING upon the mountain you are about to receive!
Strip District
Casa Reyna – an unassuming Mexican restaurant in the Strip District will be serving up Margaritas for $2 off during their normal happy hour, 4 – 7 PM. You cannot go wrong with the salsa trio, brought out with chips they make upstairs in the grocery store! Coined the Mexican Speakeasy by some in the area, you’ll be shocked at the size of the place upon descending two flights of stairs to a long bar and intimate, large, wood tables.
Shadyside
Steel Cactus – located right in the thick of things on Walnut Street, Steel Cactus will be serving up House Margaritas for $5 and lopping off $2 per Yinzerita. Oh, did we mention that this special is ALL DAY? Hell yeah.
There is absolutely no excuse to not go loco for National Margarita Day 2018. Feel free to comment with specials you deem worthy of noting!