Cheers! Get the limes and salt ready for National Margarita Day.
The margarita, a cocktail made of tequila, triple sec and limes (sometimes lemons), is served in a cocktail glass with a salt rim. The iconic drink’s origins are murky, but the message of National Margarita Day is clear — enjoy the good times with friends and sip on lots of salty savings on Feb. 22. (Plus, don’t forget to get a designated driver.)
Check back often, as more deals are announced. Plus, stop by your local restaurants and neighborhood bars for more possible National Margarita Day deals to “pour” over for the day.
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Photo: Jose Cuervo
Of course, you can always raise a glass to National Margarita Day at home, too. And, if you do, you can start with a bottle of Jose Cuervo. The legendary tequila is the main ingredient in margaritas of all kinds — from basic to more tropical versions. The distillery makes it easy for at-home bartenders by offering lots of tips for making the ultimate margaritas, including a variety of recipes.
Plus, Jose Cuervo is giving away a trip for two to visit Tequila, Mexico and Latin America’s oldest distillery, La Rojeña, where the iconic tequila itself is produced, followed by a relaxing weekend on the beaches in Cabo San Lucas. You can enter at CuervoLimes.com — from Feb. 17 to 22.
As always, price and participation may vary. Please check ahead to verify deals in your area.
National Margarita Day deals
The offers are valid at participating locations, while supplies last.
Applebee’s – It’s not a margarita, but it’s a great boozy bargain. Applebee’s is serving up two seasonal sips for winter — Tipsy Cupid and Date Night Daiquiri. Each drink is only $5. And, of course, the popular restaurant serves margaritas, too. Ask about any National Margarita Day specials at your neighborhood location.
Bahama Breeze – Relax and enjoy the breeze of boozy savings at Bahama Breeze. The restaurant is offering its Classic Margarita for just $5 on Feb. 22, all day. If you want something more tropical, enjoy a premium margarita for a few more bucks.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar – Enjoy burgers and booze at Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar. The restaurant is known for its Bad Ass Margarita, as well as its Strawberry Habanero and Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita. The margaritas are so good, there is a limit of two per customer. Ask about any National Margarita Day specials at your neighborhood location.
Chili’s – Chili’s is known for its monthly margarita. For February, the restaurant’s Margarita of the Month is the Grand Romance ‘Rita — made with premium ingredients, including Grand Marnier, Lunazul Tequila and Monin Pomegranate. The lovely margarita is available for just $5, all month long.
Plus, on National Margarita Day, Chili’s is offering House Margaritas for $3, Famous Presidentes for $6 and Premium Margaritas for $7, all day on Feb. 22.
Thirsty bargain hunters might consider combining the drink specials with chain’s popular Meal For 2 deal — an appetizer, two (2) full-sized entrées and a dessert for just $25. Add a few drinks to the meal and you definitely have a frugal feast.
Chuy’s – Pour on the savings at Chuy’s on Feb. 22. For an extra $2, upgrade any regular house or frozen margarita to a Grande and, even better, keep the commemorative cup. They’re also selling $1 floaters to top off your margarita with an extra pour of tequila. The restaurant is also serving up all-day drink specials for dine-in customers.
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop – It doesn’t get much better than tacos and margaritas — the perfect pairing! And National Margarita Day is a big deal at Fuzzy’s Taco Shop. The specials and selections for the salty day vary by location. Ask about National Margarita Day specials at your neighborhood location.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville – If there’s any place on earth that should be celebrating National Margarita Day, it’s definitely Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville. Parrotheads and everyone else can enjoy the day in style at any of the chain’s locations. National Margarita Day events and specials vary by location.
You can also enter to win a National Margarita Day prize package from the restaurant — a Margaritaville Key West Frozen Concoction Maker and Margaritaville cookbook. Plus, new subscribers receive a 20% off discount code for margaritavillestore.com.
Mellow Mushroom – Mellow out at Mellow Mushroom on National Margarita Day. The popular pizzeria offers three three versions of its classic RB Margarita, featuring premium ingredients, such as Casamigos Tequila and Bauchant Orange Liqueur, for an added richness and a house-made fresh agave sour.
Customers can enjoy a $5 bonus with the purchase of a $25 (0r more) gift card online — from Feb. 1 to 28. Restrictions apply to bonus.
On The Border – Celebrate National Margarita Day at On The Border — enjoy House Margaritas for $5. The restaurant offers Happy Hour specials, Monday through Friday. The specials usually include discounted bar bites and drinks. Offers vary by location. Best of all, chips and salsa are always on the house at the restaurant chain.
Quaker Steak & Lube – Make a pit stop on National Margarita Day at Quaker Steak & Lube. The regional restaurant chain offers a variety of margaritas on its bar menu, Motor City Margarita, Strawberry Passion Margarita, Formula 1 Margarita and Lube-A-Rita. Ask about National Margarita Day specials at your neighborhood location.
Rusty Taco – This year, National Margarita Day takes place on Tuesday, 2.22.22 — also known as “Twos-day”. Rusty Taco is honoring the special mash-up of occasions with discounted margaritas and swag for one day only, including $2.22 house margaritas (frozen or on the rocks.) The discounted margarita is available at participating locations in Richmond, VA; Dayton, OH; Lawrence, KS; Denver, CO; and Dallas and Beaumont, TX.
For those celebrating in cities without a Rusty Taco, you can grab one of the chain’s popular “Save Water, Drink Margaritas” t-shirts for just $2.22 at RustyTacoSwag.com. The t-shirt special is only valid Feb. 22.
Tijuana Flats – On Feb. 22, Tijuana Flats customers can upgrade their Tijuana Tuesdaze deal to include a Golden Agave Margarita for just $2.22. The Tijuana Tuesdaze offer includes two tacos, chips and a fountain drink for $6.99. The National Margarita Day upgrade substitutes a margarita for the fountain drink. The offer is only available in-store for locations in Virginia and North Carolina.
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