5 Northern Virginia Restaurants to Visit for National Margarita Day

From classic to creative, these local spots offer a range of margarita options to celebrate the holiday.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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National Margarita Day is coming up on February 22, 2026, and these five Northern Virginia restaurants are ready to help you celebrate with a wide variety of margarita options, from classic to creative. Mama Tigre, Mariachis Restaurant, Red Rocks Café & Tequila Bar, Taqueria Poblano, and Tequila & Taco all offer extensive margarita menus to satisfy any tequila craving.

Why it matters

Northern Virginia is home to a thriving food and drink scene, and National Margarita Day provides an opportunity for local restaurants to showcase their expertise in crafting delicious and innovative margarita offerings. These establishments cater to a range of margarita preferences, from purists seeking an authentic experience to those looking to try unique flavor combinations.

The details

Mama Tigre offers more than 13 different margarita options, including its signature Millionaire and Top Shelf margaritas, as well as the classic Tigre margarita. Mariachis Restaurant in Manassas boasts two dozen margaritas to choose from, including seasonal flavors like the horchata and apple pie margaritas. Red Rocks Café & Tequila Bar has a separate margarita menu with 10 specialty drinks and the option to create your own combination from 30 margarita flavors and 64 tequilas. Taqueria Poblano is known for its award-winning margaritas, including the classic Taqueria Margarita made with fresh lime juice, triple sec, and silver tequila. Tequila & Taco in Alexandria offers more than 15 margarita options, including mocktails, signature cocktails, frozen drinks, and flights.

  • National Margarita Day is on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

The players

Mama Tigre

A Mexican restaurant in Oakton, Virginia that offers more than 13 different margarita options.

Mariachis Restaurant

A restaurant in Manassas, Virginia that serves two dozen margaritas, including seasonal flavors.

Red Rocks Café & Tequila Bar

A restaurant in Centreville, Virginia that has a separate margarita menu with 10 specialty drinks and the option to create your own combination.

Taqueria Poblano

A restaurant with locations in Alexandria and Arlington, Virginia that is known for its award-winning margaritas, including the classic Taqueria Margarita.

Tequila & Taco

An establishment in Alexandria, Virginia that offers more than 15 margarita options, including mocktails, signature cocktails, frozen drinks, and flights.

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The takeaway

These five Northern Virginia restaurants offer a diverse range of margarita options, from classic to creative, to help locals and visitors alike celebrate National Margarita Day in style. Whether you're in the mood for an authentic sip or a unique flavor combination, these establishments have something to satisfy every tequila craving.