Cinco de Mayo is more than just a day to eat tacos and drink margaritas. This year, be sure to take some time to learn about the rich history of this holiday while enjoying the festivities and specials at Atlanta-area restaurants on Wednesday, May 5.

The mushroom and charred corn quesadilla is a flavorful vegetarian option at Lazy Llama Cantina. Even meat-eaters will also love this dish that’s accompanied by rice and beans, sour cream, guacamole and pico de gallo.

Big Table Restaurants, the company behind HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern and Lazy Llama Cantina, is pleased to announce Colin McGowan as the executive chef for the company’s newest restaurant Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar.

Virtue Cocktail Club, the rooftop lounge atop 5Church Atlanta, reopens Thursday, April 29, promising guests a lively experience, amazing views and a unique atmosphere.

Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails’ popular Garden Dinner Series returns this May. These special dinners celebrating the spring, summer and fall seasons invite guests to get acquainted with Milton’s Acre, the onsite garden of this treasured Crabapple restaurant.

Enjoy a classic Maryland-style all-jumbo lump crab cake from Drift Fish House and Oyster Bar. As the first restaurant partner in Georgia of The Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Program, Drift serves the highest quality sustainable seafood available.

Carson Kitchen brings the convenience of grab-and-go drinks to Alpharetta City Center. Thanks to Alpharetta’s COVID-19 rule allowing to-go cocktails, guests can now stop by the eatery’s new bar cart on Saturdays and Sundays for a variety of cocktails, wine and beer that can be enjoyed on the open lawn, courtyard or while strolling around the complex.

HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern dishes up classic Southern tavern fare including its tavern salmon. This dish is accompanied by an edamame-butternut succotash, broccolini and lemon basil butter. Did we mention it is gluten-free?

When the NFL Draft kicks off on April 29, Atlanta restaurants have a winning game plan with plenty of big screens and favorite football bites and beverages. From April 29-May 1, these eateries will be broadcasting all seven rounds for football fans.

The flavors of spring are sprouting on the new dinner menu at 5Church Atlanta.

Prepare to celebrate the 147th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 1. Atlanta restaurants are joining in on the Run for the Roses with viewing parties and specialty cocktails.

Zunzi’s makes an offer you can’t refuse with its Godfather sandwich featuring French bread, chicken, boerewors, smoked sausage, romaine lettuce, tomato, provolone and several of Zunzi’s signature sauces.

5Chuch Atlanta introduces its Maine sea scallops just in time for spring. Enjoy fresh scallops alongside corn puree, grilled spring onions, marinated tomatoes and corn nuts.

Buckhead’s favorite beach house getaway has new events and specials in store for spring. The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill invites guests to laid-back ocean life with patio parties, happy hour specials and new menu items.

Mom’s special day is fast approaching, and Atlanta area restaurants are ready to help guests honor her with dine-in and takeout options on Sunday, May 9. From brunch to take-home meals, these dining options are sure to make for a memorable Mother’s Day.