July 24 is National Tequila Day and you can celebrate by sipping on a delicious margarita at some local restaurants. Here’s a roundup of 10 local spots to enjoy a refreshing tequila cocktail while you celebrate National Tequila Day.
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18 Degrees
If you’re looking for a chill spot to celebrate National Tequila Day, local neighborhood hangout 18 Degrees has got you covered. On Wednesday, July 24th, 18 Degrees is offering $5 classic margaritas from open to close. Want to snack on something delicious to compliment your margarita? Order the 18 Degrees Nachos. These decadent nachos feature flour and corn chips, Mexican cheese blend, queso, scallion, black bean puree, Pico de Gallo, and candied jalapeño. Craving more? The Fajita Quesadilla will pair perfectly with your margarita as it offers a flavorful mix of sauteed peppers + onions, sour cream, roasted salsa, and Mexican cheese blend.
Brody’s Italian
Brody’s Italian is a great upscale Italian dining experience located on Tatum and Shea which offers their covenant non-breaded chicken parmesan as well as handmade pasta and pizza. They have an amazing tequila cocktail called Not for Two made with Don Julio 1942 premium tequila, muddled with orange and black cherry offering a refreshing and refined taste in every sip. $42. Enjoy special pricing every day from 4 to 6 p.m.
Dave & Buster’s Tempe
The 1942 Gold Dust at Dave & Buster’s Tempe is a well-balanced blend of smooth, rich, and slightly sweet flavors from the aged Ultra Premium Don Julio 1942 Añejo Tequila, mixed with the citrusy sweetness of Grand Marnier and the oak notes of Tuaca, topped off with the visual appeal of a gold glitter bomb. $29.99.
Diego Pops
The modern Mexican restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale has you covered on National Tequila Day with huge savings during their happy hour daily from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with half off appetizers including street corn queso, a HUGE tray of brussels sprout nachos that can easily feed four and grilled street corn. Don’t forget the star of the day, tequila! Diego Margaritas are $6 on happy hour shaken up with 1800 Blanco tequila, triple sec, house-made sweet and sour.
El Patron New Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
El Patron New Mexican Restaurant and Cantina will have all-day happy hour under $10 on the front patio and bar that features house-made tequila-based cocktails. The house margarita is refreshing and radiant, the sister to the screwdriver. Featuring Campo Azul Gran Classico Blanco Tequila and agave, the combo pairs amazingly with the orange juice’s sweetness and the fresh lime juice’s citric taste. Served in a stemmed glass with a wide, shallow bowl, the rim features tajin for a kick to each sip and is garnished with a fresh lime slice for $12. Happy hour menu under $10 includes Red Chile BBQ Ribs, Shrimp Tostadas, Green Chile Smash Burger, and Fajita Tacos.
Terra Tempe at Westin Tempe
We’re not delusional — it’s 120 degrees outside — but Terra Tempe at Westin Tempe will get guests hands-on with build-your-own spiked snow cones for National Tequila Day from 4-6 p.m. ‘Tis is the season for tequila. Jaja Tequila mixologists will be on site at Terra Tempe mixing up flavorful tequila snow cone concoctions. Event is free and open to the public. Additional food and beverage available for purchase at Terra Tempe. Terra Tempe is located at Westin Tempe, 11 E. Seventh Street, Tempe.
Hamburguesas Y Cervezas
Hamburguesas Y Cervezas located on 1st Ave and Roosevelt St offers a variety of delicious margaritas such as the prickly pear, pineapple serrano, and watermelon margaritas all crafted with local 3 Amigos Blanco tequila. Top your margarita with salt, sugar, or sweet and spicy Tajin rim. $12. Wash down your margarita with their popular Al Pastor wings or a variety of Mexican inspired burgers. Enjoy special pricing every Monday – Friday from 2 to 6 p.m.
Kona Grill
Kona Grill’s ‘Margarita Heaven’ menu features an enticing selection of margaritas crafted with premium ingredients. Enjoy the refreshing Watermelon Margarita with Lunazul tequila, or the bold Passion-Rita with Casamigos Blanco. The Skinny Margarita offers a lighter option with Don Julio Blanco and agave nectar. For variety, try the Margarita Flight with three frozen flavors. The menu also includes the classic Kona Margarita – only $6 during happy hour! It’s the perfect place to celebrate National Tequila Day on July 24th!
Los Sombreros
Having earned a reputation as the Valley’s ultimate locally-owned Mexican food eatery since 1994, Los Sombreros with locations in Scottsdale and Mesa will be celebrating National Tequila Day with $8 premium margaritas and 25% off all sipping tequilas. Guests can also celebrate summer with the new seasonal menu full of vibrant flavors of fajitas, seafood tacos, and their popular watermelon salad.
Macayo’s Mexican Food
Three cheers for National Tequila Day and Macayo’s Mexican Food restaurants around the valley are celebrating with the following tequila-centric specials: Beeritas, featuring a margarita on the rocks or frozen with a Dos XX, and Margarita Flights, featuring choice of four flavors including house, apple, mango, peach, prickly pear, raspberry, strawberry and wildberry, are just $7 each. These specials are available for dine-in only. For more about Macayo’s, visit macayo.com.
Pedal Haus Brewery
Pedal Haus is known for more than its popular local brews. It offers its Haus Margarita for only $9, with 100% Blue Weber agave tequila, haus made sweet & sour, orange liqueur and a half rim of salt. Try the Haus Marg for only $6 during Hoppy Hour Monday-Friday from 3-6 pm. For more information, visit www.pedalhausbrewery.com.
Recreo Cantina
Recreo Cantina is serving up tequila deals all day for National Tequila Day! This vibrant Mexican eatery in Downtown Chandler is offering half prices Scorpion Shots for $12, Tepozan Tequila Flights for $10, and the popular School’s Out Margarita for $7. For more information, visit www.recreoaz.com.
STK Steakhouse
Celebrate National Tequila Day at STK Steakhouse with their signature summer cocktail, the Piña-Rita! This refreshing drink features Don Julio Reposado, ginger liqueur, Reál coconut, and pineapple, creating a tropical and flavorful experience. Enjoy this unique blend in the chic ambiance of STK for a memorable celebration that feels like summer!
The Mexicano
Looking for the ultimate party spot for National Tequila Day? Chef Joey Maggiore has you covered at The Mexicano! From 11 AM – 5:30 PM, guests can sip on $5 Classico Margaritas on happy hour available in the bar area. Keep the fun going with plenty of interactive dining experiences including the build-your-own Margarita Bar with over 30 craft toppings for you to create the ultimate marg, and for bites, the Instagram-worthy guacamole and salsa Ferris wheel.
The Uncommon
This lively sports bar and arcade delivers good times and delicious margaritas! Try the El Guapo or De Plane, De Plane margarita and enjoy The Uncommon’s elevated food and 25+ arcade games, shuffleboard, pool, skee-ball and more. Try them for $3 off during Happy Hour, Monday-Friday from 2-6 pm. For more information, visit www.uncommonchandler.com.
Tipsy Egg
Brunch time tequila is always a good idea at Tipsy Egg! This boozy brunch spot offers multiple margarita options at only $10.49 including the Good Morning Margarita, Spicy Senorita Margarita, and Prickly Pear Magarita to pair with handcrafted brunch dishes. For more information visit www.tipsyeggchandler.com.
Twin Peaks
Twin Peaks can’t wait to celebrate National Tequila Day with you! In fact, Twin Peaks is offering amazing deals for all guests 21 and up including a $6 house margarita, $10 Corazon tequila sunrise, $10 Casamigos Pool Party Margarita, $15 Casamigos Añejo Old Fashioned, and a $25 Cincoro Hall of Fame Margarita.
Guests who come in and enjoy these special can also enjoy Twin Peak’s from-scratch kitchen and watch their favorite game on one of the restaurant’s 100 TVs. Twin Peaks is your local restaurant for the best food, tequila, and sports for any day of the week. Follow them on social media @twinpeaksrestaurant.
Urban Agave
This unique New Mexican style eatery serves its bold, fresh flavors in both its food AND margaritas! Urban Agave offers tasty, handcrafted tequila cocktails with new frozen margs on its menu. Visit during happy hour every day from 2-6 pm for $2 off House Margs and other special offers! For more information visit www.urban-agave.com.
Westgate Entertainment District
There are two spots in Westgate celebrating National Tequila Day!
Chicken N Pickle: Celebrate National Tequila Day with a $6 margarita! For more information about Chicken N Pickle, visit https://chickennpickle.com/location/glendale/
The Lola: $3 House Tequila Shots/Cocktails & $3 off all other tequilas. For more information about The Lola, visit https://www.thelolaaz.com/
Z’Tejas
With over a dozen margaritas and even more tequila-based cocktails, Z’Tejas is the place to celebrate National Tequila Day! From 3 to 6 p.m., grab $6 house margaritas and $2 off all other margaritas as well as discounted wine and beer. Guests can also enjoy food items like the famous salsa trio, shrimp tostada bites, catfish beignets, gringo tacos and more. Learn more at https://www.ztejas.com/
