It’s sweet, tangy and oh so tasty! Truth be told, from National Margarita Day to any day, it’s great to be in Chandler, AZ, and enjoy what may be the most common tequila-based cocktail served in America, the margarita.  Whether you prefer to enjoy your margarita on the rocks or frozen - traditional, sweet or spicy - the margarita is practically a standard here in Arizona and a perfect complement to a plate of tacos and you'll find some of the best margaritas in Chandler, Arizona.

Here are eight options to enjoying some of the best margaritas in Chandler, Arizona for National Margarita Day, February 22, 2024 or any day of the year!

Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant

Celebrate National Margarita Day at Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant! Conveniently located across the street from the Chandler Fashion Center mall, plan your day of shopping, food, and drinks. Their famous El Jefe, The Boss of margaritas, features two grilled orange slices, Maestro Dobel Diamante Tequila, Agavero orange liqueur, and sweetened lime juice. Abuelo's also offers a Skinny Margarita featuring Milagro Silver, fresh lime juice, and no-calorie sweetener. 

Map: 3440 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler AZ 85226 or (480) 855-0960

Z'Tejas Southwest Grill

Located off the Ray and I-10, Z'Tejas Southwest Grill has long been a valley staple for their southwestern cuisine as well as for their signature cocktails. Offering a large dining room, spacious bar, and east-facing patio, the restaurant is a popular choice for happy hour with friends and business lunches. In celebration of 2023 National Margarita Day, the restaurant will be offering $1 House Margaritas from 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. & 9 p.m. - 10 p.m. and $5 Margaritas all day. There will be a DJ from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. 

Beyond the margarita holiday, Z'Tejas is a popular choice for happy hour with $5 house margaritas and an extensive selection of tacos, nachos, yuca fries, and southwest-inspired appetizers along with a taco of the month that are a perfect accompaniment to your cocktail. 

Map: 7221 W. Ray Road, Chandler, AZ 85226 or (480) 893-7550

Nando's Mexican Cafe 

This family-friendly restaurant in south Chandler is a great spot for Mexican and Mexican-inspired dishes in their large dining room or on dining al fresco on their lush patio.  In honor of National Margarita Day on February 22nd, 2023, enjoy $22 pitchers of their House Margaritas, $8 Perfect Storm Margarita's, and happy hour priced margaritas all day.

Map: 1890 W. Germann Road, Chandler AZ 85286 or (480) 855-4344

Ghett 'Yo Taco

In the heart of Downtown Chandler, you can share a $15 margarita pitcher during the hours of 3 p.m. till 6 p.m. Monday thru Friday at Ghett 'Yo Tacos, Burritos & Sliders. Dine on the wrap-around patio with a view of a mural, a staple piece made by a local artist, and play yard games while you wait for your tacos. For National Margarita Day, enjoy $2 Cuban tacos and $2.22 House Margaritas. 

Map: 241 S. Oregon St., Chandler, AZ 85225 or (480) 726-9654

Modern Margarita 

Enjoy a huge variety of refreshing flavored margaritas at this upscale yet relaxing spot. Modern Margarita features a large tasty Mexican style menu to enjoy with their quality spirits and margaritas. This spot is the perfect place to get together with friends and try one of their specialties, fish bowl margaritas or order their unlimited house salsa for everyone to enjoy.

Map: 4165 S. Gilbert Road #5, Chandler AZ 85249 or (480) 687-4264

Valle Luna Mexican Restaurant 

Situated at The Boardwalk Anderson Springs shopping center, Valle Luna Mexican Restaurant is a family-friendly restaurant in a bustling neighborhood.  The lakeside patio is perfect for enjoying food and drinks with friends and soaking up the Arizona sunshine. And if you're looking for a great selection of happy hour bites, visit the Valle Luna cantina Monday - Friday from 3-7 p.m. or on Saturdays from noon - 6 p.m. 

Map: 1949 W. Ray Road, Chandler AZ 85224 or (480) 786-3100

La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen

La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen is the place to go in Downtown Chandler if you enjoy tequila, you're sure to find your favorite type here with a selection of over 150 different tequilas. That means La Ristra is a perfect stop on National Margarita Day or for any day you want to treat yourself to a margarita. For this year's festivities, you'll find live music and happy hour specials when you dine in from 2 p.m. till 6 p.m.

Map: 140 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler, AZ 85225 or (480) 590-0002

Taqueria Factory

Raise your glass and toast to a good margarita at Taqueria Factory. Their margaritas come in many enticing flavor options, including fresh lime, strawberry, mango, tamarind and pineapple! Each mouthwatering margarita is served with a salted rim and lime slice for a refreshing classic margarita. There are also several premium upgrades you can add to your margarita, including adding Herradura Tequila (for an additional $3) and Don Julio (for an additional $5). While you're there, be sure to enjoy a delicious quesabirria taco.

Map: 55 E Ray Rd Ste 2, Chandler, AZ 85225 or (480) 672-5000

Someburros

The locally and family-owned Someburros, has everything you need for an epic margarita fiesta! Known for their authentic Sonoran-style Mexican food, margaritas, and of course burros or burritos, toast to the holiday and enhance your authentic Mexican meal with a traditional, strawberry, or combination frozen fresh margarita ($6 for 12-ounce frozen margaritas)! Margaritas can also be ordered to-go at any Someburros drive-thru location with a food purchase.

Location near Chandler Fashion Center

Map: 3461 W. Frye Road, Chandler AZ 85226 or (480) 726-8226

Location in South Chandler

Map: 5095 S. Gilbert Road,Unit 1, Chandler AZ 85249 or (480) 597-6043

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